ROM Web Sites

Discussion in 'AdSense' started by BlueEew, Dec 13, 2007.

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  1. #1
    Hey, I was just wondering if AdSense is allowed to be placed onto ROM web sites. Basically a web site that provides ROMs for download for free, I am not sure if they are allowed.

    As they are illegal to play unless you have a proper version of the game.

    Thanks,
    BlueEew.
     
    BlueEew, Dec 13, 2007 IP
  2. vahsi000

    vahsi000 Well-Known Member

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    I'd also like to find out about this. But IMO I don't think roms are illegal... as long as you tell people that they can only play the roms for 24 hours (unless they own the original game) and then delete it. I guess this would be a grey area for Google to make a decision...
    BTW, does anyone know a good alternative for rom site in regards to monetizing? Google only pays a few cents per click for this topic!
     
    vahsi000, Mar 18, 2008 IP
  3. angilina

    angilina Notable Member

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    I think thats not allowed, not sure.

    I suggest you contact adsense support and confirm.
     
    angilina, Mar 18, 2008 IP
  4. sniper2

    sniper2 Peon

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    wow i really want to know if this is allowed....
    just tell us if you know if it's allowed:p
    thnx
     
    sniper2, Mar 18, 2008 IP
  5. jyrenth

    jyrenth Peon

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    Downloading ROMs is 100% illegal. It is a myth that if you delete the ROM within 24 hours it is legal. Downloading ROMs is always illegal. Even if you own the game, it is illegal to download the ROM for it. The only way to have a legal backup of a game is if you dump it yourself.
     
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  6. sniper2

    sniper2 Peon

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    oh ok thanks for telling that:)
     
    sniper2, Mar 19, 2008 IP
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    ravemaster Peon

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    I think this market is very cheap keyword price. not worth to risk against tos.
     
    ravemaster, Mar 19, 2008 IP
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    justkidding Active Member

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    I would like to know about it as well, anyone very sure of the TOS of ROM web sites?
     
    justkidding, Mar 19, 2008 IP
  9. sultanofseo

    sultanofseo Notable Member

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    ROMs are 100% violation of copywrite and against TOS
     
    sultanofseo, Mar 19, 2008 IP
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    Barti1987 Well-Known Member

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    Roms are illegal, however, companies like Nintendo or Sega will not come after you for distrusting them unless the Roms are for systems like N64 or newer models.

    I myself had a rom website for 5 years running with Adsense and never had a problem. Most of the rom websites are for historical purposes (most games are < 1970-1980).

    Peace,
     
    Barti1987, Mar 19, 2008 IP
  11. sniper2

    sniper2 Peon

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    huh.... so it isn't illegal:confused:
    i was first thinking of making a ROM site but i don't know if it's allowed
     
    sniper2, Mar 20, 2008 IP