Are all mods on Nexus safe?

All mod files shared on our website must pass through several security checks before they can be downloaded by the community. If any of these checks fail during the upload process, the file will be quarantined and will be unavailable until it has been reviewed by a moderator.
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Is it safe to download from Nexus games?

It's not very likely at all. The files are moderated and contain pretty much only model, script and texture files that the game reads. Pretty much the only way for you to get infected is if you go clicking some unknown .exe files from recently uploaded files.
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Is it safe to register for Nexus Mods?

Nexus Mods: Is It Safe To Use? Nexus Mods is a trustworthy site, and even though the content on the site is uploaded by millions of users, it is scanned for viruses by the site. The files that are scanned are marked as certified, which means that you can trust them and they can be safely downloaded.
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Are Nexus Mods bannable?

While there may be rules against mentioning nexus like the user above me said, using mods from nexus itself is not bannable unless it's some cheat mod that you use in a game that has VAC secured servers for multiplayer.
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Is Nexus Mod Vortex safe?

Vortex now features an updated security sandbox for mod installations to protect your PC against potentially malicious mod installers. This means that any mod installer that runs a custom C# script will be blocked from accessing areas of your system that are outside of the scope of a mod installation.
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What is the Nexus controversy?

The Core of the Issue: Nexus Mods banned modifications that aimed to remove They/Them pronouns from Starfield. This decision by one of the largest modding communities has sparked a debate about the limits of creative freedom and the role of modding platforms in shaping game content.
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Is Nexus Mods real?

Nexus Mods is a site which allows users to upload and download "mods" (modifications) for computer games. It acts as a source for the distribution of original content. It is one of the largest gaming modification websites on the web, and, as of January 2022, had thirty million registered members.
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Is Nexus Mods a virus?

It is generally considered a safe and trusted source for downloading mods.
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Why are modders leaving Nexus?

A lot of modders are leaving Nexus because of some of the frankly unethical decisions they've made. The nexus has made a rather invasive u-turn of late when they should only just publish. They even insulted their own long-term users in the process.
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Will I get banned for using mods?

But if You'll mod in Online, You'll be playing with fire (ban for 30 days at first time, 60 days if You continue playing and also use mods Online and third time caught modding Online is giving You permanent ban).
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Does Nexus Mods pay modders?

Users are encouraged to contribute to our Mod Author Donation Fund via Patreon. This is a fund meant to supplement our own contributions to the Donation Points system, which will be paid out to all the mod authors who have opted into the system at the end of the respective Donation Point reporting cycle.
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Who owns Nexus Mods?

https://www.nexusmods.com/ is a site operated by Black Tree Gaming Limited ("We"). We are registered in England and Wales under company number 06360077 and have our registered office at Southernhay Studios Dean Clarke House, Southernhay East, Exeter, England, EX1 1AP.
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Is Nexus Mods still free?

Join 48 Million players. Register for free now or upgrade your experience with extra perks and support Nexus Mods by becoming a Premium Member. Please see our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
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Does Nexus Mods cost money?

Basic membership is completely free and grants access to the following: Unlimited access to hundreds of thousands of user created mods. Unlimited storage and distribution for mods and images that you create. Unlimited file hosting for mods and images that you've created and uploaded.
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Can I download mods from Nexus without an account?

You can't download any mods without having an account there, and all major mods are over there with no backup anywhere else. Even major tools like MO2 are exclusively on Nexusmods as well.
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Do Nexus Mods automatically install?

Go to to Nexus and download the mod you want, now open your mod loader and it will locate your game folder. All you need to do is just click on install mod and it will install your mod automatically.
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Is Nexus Mods broken?

No, we are not detecting any problems with Nexusmods right now. The last outage detected for Nexusmods was on Wednesday, February 21, 2024 with a duration of about 46 minutes. Want to advertise in this space? Reach Nexusmods users directly when they're experiencing technical issues, slow performance, and downtime.
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Does GTA ban modders?

For PC, it might be an issue, but Rockstar will probably get to work on bringing the number of modded users down very fast. Does Rockstar ban modders? Yes.
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Why does Nexus Mods have so many ads?

As you all likely know, Nexus Mods makes use of advertising on the website to create a source of income which is subsequently used to pay for the range of expenses the site accrues in its daily operations.
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Do mods carry viruses?

Malware disguised as game mods

Mod game development can overhaul the standard mechanics, build new worlds, and offer unique storylines. However, they can also contain malware, stealing passwords or corrupting files.
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Can forge mods be viruses?

Minecraft mods can contain malware, as evidenced by the Fractureiser virus. It's best not to use them if you're concerned about internet security. If you do, run frequent scans with your antivirus software.
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Can mods contain virus?

In general, yes, most mods are safe. However, where you get them matters. Download from well-known, "safe" repositories where possible, or the mod's website in some cases. Mods remain executable code and as such are inherently riskier than other kinds of user-created content.
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Is Nexus a legit site?

Nexus Trade is not a trusted broker because it is not regulated by a financial authority with strict standards. We recommend you open an account only with brokers that are overseen by a top-tier and stringent regulator. All the 100+ brokers reviewed on the BrokerChooser website meet this criteria.
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How old is Nexus Mods?

Since 2001 we have made it our mission to provide a platform for people around the world to share their mods and tools freely with other gamers so they too can enjoy their creations.
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Can you use Nexus Mods on steam?

Yup. Almost all the games that Nexusmods services are *required* to use steam so ... yeah, you can use them. The launch options may be different - if you want to run a properly modded Fallout orSkyrim for instance, you really should look into the launchers available.
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