Megadede, a big-deal streaming site in Spain, suddenly announced they were closing up shop in 2020. No explanation was given, but there’s a hunch that legal might’ve played a part.
Megadede wasn’t just any site; users could access a wide library of cool media by just registering and getting an account. It was around for just two years, taking over from Plusdede which “also” got shut down by the authorities. When Megadede said “It’s over,” they hinted they might sell the project or domain.
Megadede’s Background.
Megadede (megadede.com) a popular Spanish streaming site came after Pordede and Plusdede. It was a popular platform with a wide selection of movies and TV shows that you could watch online or download using its APK version. Although it has had some operational issues, it remains popular and has a large and active user base. These platforms originated from Pordede and are known for their varied content catalogs, which appeal to people who want to stream free content. Each platform has a different color scheme—Pordede is green, Plusdede is red, and Megadede is orange—but they all have similar features.
Megadede operated from 2019 to 2020 (see evolution of Megadede). It closed down in December 2020, which was a disappointment to many of its users. In its goodby letter, admins recommended Megadede.com alternative sites like Megadede.se and Megadede.la for continued streaming, but these did not gain traction with its user base.
In January 2021, the former administrators of Megadede launched Playdede.com, a new platform designed for users who preferred downloads to paid streaming. Playdede inherited Megadede’s philosophy, but it required a new code and registration process, which alienated many loyal Megadede users.
As of July 2023, Playdede had an extensive library of TV shows and movies. It is linked to external sites like Powvideo, Gamovideo, and Waaw. Playdede also allowed old Megadede users to import their lists in CSV format. Playdede had open registrations, which meant that users did not need an invitation to sign up. However, old Megadede accounts were incompatible with Playdede.
Troubles in Legal-Land.
ACE and MPA are constantly stepping up their game against pirate IPTV providers and big torrent sites (like ‘dede’ sites). They use a variety of tactics, including legal action, domain seizures, and investigations, to stop piracy. This includes going after sites with a lot of traffic and concentrating on areas like Latin America and Asia. The appearance of unusual domains like alliance4creativity.xyz adds another layer of complexity to these anti-piracy measures.
Around January 2021 Megadede announced its retirement. They simply stated they erased their servers, there was no longer information accessible (but no reason was given).
It is quite likely that Megadede met with the ACE or MPA. Plausibly, they had legal issues because they didn’t have the rights to its content.
Some years after Playdede went down the same road, so they had to change domain names a lot to avoid getting in trouble. This made it hard to keep track of the sites, and it also led to the creation of many third-party fake sites. On top of that, users complained about sudden ads, pop-ups, and streaming problems on the Playdede (newer Megadede) platform.
Despite its innovative features, extensive catalog, and availability on web and mobile platforms, the future of Playdede is uncertain. It could either overcome the challenges faced by its predecessors or meet the same fate as other ‘dede’ websites that have closed.
Final Words.
As the story of Megadede and its copycats comes to an end, we look back at the wild ride these platforms have been on. Megadede’s abrupt departure left a hole, which other sites like Playdede tried to fill, but with mixed results. Despite the changing legal landscape and shifting user preferences, the legacy of Megadede and its ilk remains a testament to the ever-changing landscape of online streaming and the never-ending battle between content access and copyright laws.
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