This is the list of notorious markets compiled by the Office of the United States Trade Representative, which claims that they are markets where large-scale intellectual property infringement takes place. The official list is divided in online and physical markets (see column "Type").
Current markets This is a list of notorious markets listed in the . + NameTypeLocation NotesListed since References1337xOnlineFinlandProvides links to torrent files20171FichierOnlineFranceCyberlocker, popular in France2017Avito.ruOnlineRussiaClassified advertising site with high volume of counterfeit goods2022Baidu WangpanOnlineChinaWidely share links to pirated movies, TV shows, and books2020CuevanaOnlineArgentinaFile sharing website streaming unlicensed television and movie titles2021DDoS-GuardOnlineRussiaWeb hosting website hosting several phishing and cybercrime websites2025DHgateOnlineChinaBusiness-to-business e-commerce site in China Widespread availability of counterfeit items2017Douyin Shangcheng (Douyin Mall)OnlineChinaShopping platform under Douyin that provides access to counterfeit items2025Fire Video PlayerOnlineTurkey (reported)"Piracy-as-a-service" website that hosts video piracy streaming sites2025FitGirl RepacksOnlineUnknownProvides access to compressed versions of unauthorized and pirated versions of video games2025FlokiNETOnlineRomania, IcelandBulletproof hosting provider, hosts 1337x2018GeniPTVOnlineUnknownIPTV provider that provides access to broadcast and streaming channels2025HiAnimeOnlineUnknownSuccessor to Aniwatch that distributes pirated versions of anime movies and televisionIndiaMARTOnlineIndiaSells counterfeit and illegal pharmaceuticals, not listed individually in 2019 report (hosted by Hosting Concepts B.V. and Regional Network Information Center JSC)
Not listed in 2020, but relisted in 20212017KrakenFilesOnlineUnknownCyberlocker that distributes pre-release music and pirated music tracks and albums2025Library Genesis (LibGen)OnlineUnknownProvides unauthorized access to books, sources papers and journals from Sci-Hub
Not listed in 2020, but relisted in 20212016MagisTVOnlineLatin America (reported)Provides access to unauthorized live sports streams and television channels, shows, and movies for a monthly subscription2025MegaCloudOnlineVietnam (reported)Formerly operated under 2embed, which was taken down in 2023; scrapes copyright-infringing television series and movies and provides access to pirate streaming sites2025Mig FlashOnlineUnknownSells third-party accessories for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 that can produce data dumps of games and redistribute them to other users2025MyFlixerzOnlineVietnam (reported)Provides access to pirated streams and direct access to pirated movies and television showsPinduoduoOnlineChinaE-commerce site selling counterfeit goods2018Private LayerOnlinePanama (reported), Switzerland by refusing take-down requests from copyrightholders2025RapidGatorOnlineRussiaLarge cyberlocker2016RuTrackerOnlineRussiaPopular torrent site2016SaveFromOnlineUnknownStream-ripping site that enables downloading of copyright-protected videos2025Sci-HubOnlineRussia (reported)Provides unauthorized access to academic papers and journals, related to Library Genesis2017SquitterOnlineUnknownHosts online piracy services and ignores take-down request from copyright holders2025StreamtapeOnlineUnknownVideo hosting service that offers unlimited storage and bandwidth, often used for sharing pirated videos2025TaobaoOnlineChinaE-commerce site selling counterfeit goods, operated by Alibaba2016The Pirate BayOnlineUnknownOne of the first torrent sites, very vocal in openly promoting piracy2016UnknownCheatsOnlineUnknownAllows users to share and develop video game cheat codes, which may copy source code material from copyrighted games2025VegamoviesOnlineUnknownProvides access to pirated international television shows and movies, especially copyrighted media originating from India2025Virtual Systems, LLCOnlineUkraine (reported)Bulletproof hosting site that services websites distributing pirated material, as well as IPTV services2025VKOnlineRussiaSocial media site that facilitates video piracy2016WHMCS SmartersOnlineMohali, Punjab, IndiaCompany that allows customers to set up illegal Internet Protocol television businesses2025Y2MateOnlineUnknownYouTube stream ripping site2025YTS.MXOnlineBulgaria (reported)Peer-to-peer file sharing site2022Barrio OncePhysicalBuenos Aires, ArgentinaHas many indoor and outdoor street vendors of counterfeit products, including clothing and accessories2025La SaladaPhysicalBuenos Aires, ArgentinaOne of the largest black markets for illegal goods in Argentina2016Rua 25 de MarçoPhysicalSão Paulo, BrazilNotorious for shopping malls that sell pirated and counterfeit goods2016Central MarketPhysicalPhnom Penh, CambodiaHistoric landmark in Cambodia, stores throughout the area sell counterfeit goods2018Pacific MallPhysicalMarkham, OntarioMarket with large amount of counterfeit luxury goods, apparel, and electronicsNot listed in 2018, 2019, or 2020, but relisted in 20212017Baiyun Leather Trading CenterPhysicalGuangzhou, Guangdong, ChinaCenter that sells counterfeit clothing accessories at storefronts and in secret showrooms, and may also ship counterfeit items internationally2025Huaqiangbei Electronics MallsPhysicalShenzhen, Guangdong, ChinaA central distribution hub for counterfeit electronic devices and components; also includes Yuan Wang Digital Mall, Long Sheng Communications Market, Tongtiandi Communication Market Feixyang Yang Times, SEG Communications Market and Taixing Communications Market. Huaqiangbei Digital World and Man Har Digital Plaza Malls2018Kinsun Market near Zhanxi RoadPhysicalGuangzhou, ChinaMarket that almost exclusively sells counterfeit clothing and clothing accessories2025Luohu Commercial CityPhysicalShenzhen, Guangdong, ChinaHalf of the mall's merchandise consists of counterfeit goods2018Wu’ai MarketPhysicalShenyang, Liaoning, ChinaLargest market in northeastern China, hub for counterfeit products2016San Andresitos MarketPhysicalBogotá, ColombiaCollection of over 600 shopping centers selling counterfeit phones, clothing, and clothing accessories2025Musafir Khana MarketPhysicalMumbai, IndiaPopular market selling cosmetics, electronics, watches, and accessories2025Sadar Patrappa Road MarketPhysicalBengaluru, IndiaSells counterfeit electronic products and pirated software2025Tank RoadPhysicalDelhi, IndiaSells counterfeit apparel and footwear2017Mangga Dua MarketPhysicalJakarta, IndonesiaSells various counterfeit goods2016Dordoy/Dordoi MarketPhysicalBishkek, Kyrgyz RepublicSells various counterfeit goodsNot listed in 2020, but relisted in 20212019Petaling Street MarketPhysicalKuala Lumpur, MalaysiaSells various counterfeit goods2018El SantuarioPhysicalGuadalajara, MexicoSells and distributes illicit drugs and counterfeit, stolen, and expired medication2025Mercado San Juan de DiosPhysicalGuadalajara, MexicoLargest indoor market in Latin America; one third of vendors sell devices to circumvent digital rights management2016TepitoPhysicalMexico City, MexicoSells and distributed counterfeit goods; region is dangerous, making it nearly impossible for right holders to enforce their rights2016Ciudad del EstePhysicalParaguayRegional hub for the manufacturing and distribution of counterfeit products2016Gamarra DistrictPhysicalLa Victoria, Lima, PeruSells counterfeit textiles, has e-commerce site2020Polvos AzulesPhysicalLa Victoria, Lima, PeruSells counterfeit textiles, fashion accessories, and electronics; has e-commerce site. Not listed in 2021, but relisted in 20252018Greenhills Shopping CenterPhysicalSan Juan, Manila, PhilippinesSells various counterfeit goods2018Gorbushkin Dvor Trade Center / MallPhysicalMoscow, RussiaKnown for its high volume of counterfeit electronics, un-cooperative local authorities2019Sadovod MarketPhysicalMoscow, RussiaSells various counterfeit goods2018MBK CenterPhysicalBangkok, ThailandSells counterfeit fashion accessories in temporary stalls on higher-level floors despite frequent police raids2025AksarayPhysicalIstanbul, TurkeyCenter for trafficking and selling counterfeit goods from China into European and Middle Eastern markets2025TahtakalePhysicalIstanbul, TurkeySells counterfeit clothing, shoes, and consumer electronics2021Markets in Deira districtPhysicalDubai, United Arab EmiratesMany IP-infringing markets, known to locals and many tourists2019Gia LâmPhysicalHanoi, VietnamGia Lâm market sell counterfeit clothing and fashion accessories both through retail sales and wholesale distribution2025Saigon Square Shopping MallPhysicalHo Chi Minh City, VietnamSells counterfeit luxury fashion items and electronics, mainly attracting tourists and domestic travelers2025
Previously listed markets Markets listed here were previously included in various reports, but were not included in subsequent reports. The reason for delisting is not always known. NameTypeLocationStatus NotesYear listedYear delisted References2embedOnlineVietnamDatabase of copyright-infringing content; taken down along with MegaCloud, VidCloud, and RapidCloud202120234sharedOnlineBrazilNot listed in 2018 report20162018AmarutuOnlineSeychellesHosting provider for criminal sites, not listed in 2025 report20222025Amazon (foreign domains)OnlineVariousOnly applied to domains amazon.ca, amazon.co.uk, amazon.de, amazon.fr, and amazon.in20192021AliExpressOnlineChinaListed due to "a significant increase in counterfeit goods being offered for sale," not listed in 2025 report20212025BeeVideoOnlineChinaIPTV application, not listed in 2017 report20162017BeoutQOnlineSaudi ArabiaReasons for shutdown unknown20182019BestBuyIPTVOnlineItalyOffers illegal IPTV services; unrelated to Best Buy, not listed in 2025 report20192025BlueAngelHostOnlineBulgariaNot listed in 2022 report20202022BukalapakOnlineIndonesiaE-commerce site selling counterfeit goods, not listed in 2025 report20182025CarousellOnlineSingaporeNot listed in 2020 report20182020ChaloosOnlineIraqOwns and operates companies involved in media piracy, not listed in 2025 report20202025ChomikujOnlineNetherlandsNot listed in 2022 report20182022CimaclubOnlineFrance, RussiaNot listed in 2020 report20192020Convert2MP3.netOnlineUnknownStream ripping site, not listed in 2018 report, shut down in 2019 after legal action20172018DopefileOnlineBulgaria, PakistanNot listed in 2018 report20172018Dytt8OnlineTaiwanNot listed in 2022 report20192022EGY.bestOnlineEgypt (reported)Oldest and largest piracy websites in the Middle East and North Africa; not mentioned in 2025 report20222025ExtraTorrentOnlineUkraineVoluntarily closed in May 201720132017FirestormOnlineUnknownNot listed in 2020 report20172020FmoviesOnlineUkraineAllows illegal streaming of movies (also known as Bmovies and Bflix); not listed in 2025 report20172025FlvtoOnlineStream ripping, allows downloading of YouTube videos2018Globe IPTVOnlineUnknownAllows illegal streaming of live sports, movies, and television; not listed in 2025 report2022-->GoMoviesOnlineVietnam, UkraineShutdown following a criminal investigation in 2018, also known as 123movies20172018GongChangOnlineChinaE-commerce platform known for the sale of counterfeits, not listed in 2017 report20162017Hosting Concepts B.V. and Regional Network Information Center JSCOnlineUnknownNot listed in 2021 report20182020HarajOnlineSaudi ArabiaNot listed in 2021 report20202021IndoXXIOnlineIndonesiaIndonesian government forced IndoXXI to cease operations20182019KinogoOnlineUkraineSeized by Ukrainian police20172019MercadoLibreOnlineArgentinaNot listed in 2021 report20202021Movshare GroupOnlineVariousIncludes nowvideo.sx, wholecloud.net, auroravid.to, bitvid.sx, nowdownload.ch, cloudtime.to, mewatchseries.to, and watchseries.ac