Soapgate.org

: Streaming directly in the browser is safer than downloading files, which may contain hidden executable scripts. The Legal Landscape

: It eliminates the need for users to guess which new domain is legitimate, reducing the risk of landing on "imposter" sites that distribute malware.

You're referring to the controversy surrounding Soapgate.org!

Users accessing sites through Soapgate often navigate a "private club" environment that may request sign-ins or account creation. Security experts generally recommend the following when using such aggregators:

Soapgate.org was a website that allowed users to opt-out of receiving unwanted telemarketing calls by registering their phone numbers on the site. However, in 2012, the site was shut down due to allegations of operating a "reverse telemarketing" scam.