Sites offering "free" paid content often bundle files with spyware or trojans.
Many "free" downloads are corrupted or incomplete, wasting your time.
Excessive pop-ups can infect your browser or slow down your PC. ⚖️ Legal and Ethical Considerations
Are you trying to with a version you already have?
Use the "Free to Play" filters on Steam to find legitimate free games.
Downloading software for free that usually requires payment (piracy) has several downsides: You won't receive bug fixes or new features.
Visit the official site of the creator to buy directly.