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Is Origin safe for Sims?

Origin Sims 4 download:
Origin is powered by EA and is completely safe to run.
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How secure is Origin?

Origin uses best-in-class encryption for software updates, communication with ShaperHub, as well as data at rest. The recent attacks on IoT devices target specific vulnerabilities that we've designed Origin to avoid.
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Is EA Origin safe to use?

Course it's safe. It's the EA shop for games. its safe its EA's version of Steam. EA are not shady since they are one of the biggest game companies in the world.
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Is Origin necessary for Sims 4?

Does The Sims 4 require an Origin™ client to play? Yes. You will need the Origin™ client and an EA Account to install and register The Sims 4. Once installed, you don't need to be online to play.
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Is EA Sims 4 safe?

The Sims 4 has a PEGI rating of 12. PEGI defines this rating: 'Video games that show violence of a slightly more graphic nature towards fantasy characters or non-realistic violence towards human-like characters would fall in this age category.
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I switched from Origin to the EA App so you don't have to (update: i switched back to origin)

Where can I download Sims 4 safely?

How to Download The Sims 4 for Free on PC, Mac, and Consoles
  • Go to the EA website to downlaod the EA app.
  • Sign into your EA account or create a new account.
  • Search for 'The Sims 4' using the search bar.
  • Go to the Sims 4 store page to download the game for free.
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Is it safe to buy Sims 4 from Origin?

Origin Sims 4 download:

Origin is powered by EA and is completely safe to run.
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Where is the best place to download The Sims 4 in PC?

The Sims 4 is available for Windows and macOS, as well as PlayStation and Xbox. You can purchase, download, and install The Sims 4 using the EA app or Origin app on PC and Mac.
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Is Origin free to use?

Chat with a tech support engineer now! Note 1: If you only need to view an Origin project file rather than trying Origin, a free Origin Viewer is also available. Note 2: If you have already downloaded the trial version, you may login to obtain an Origin Trial License or OriginPro Trial License.
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Can I delete EA app after downloading Sims?

If you uninstall the EA app (formerly EA Desktop) from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or use any extra content you have downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that let us know if your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Will I lose Sims if I uninstall Origin?

Re: If I Uninstall Origin will all of my Sims 4 files be deleted? No, your Sims 4 files will be safe when you delete the origin client. The uninstallation of the Origin client will not remove local save game files and will certainly not delete online saves. You will be completely safe!
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How to install Sims without Origin?

How to download The Sims 4 for free on Steam
  1. Log into Steam in the app or web browser.
  2. Search for the Sims 4.
  3. Scroll down and click Add to Library.
  4. Click OK.
  5. The Sims 4 should be in the left game menu panel.
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Is Sims 4 better on Steam or Origin?

Actually I'd say getting it on Origin/EA App is better. The Steam version requires Origin anyway, furthermore the EA App is incompatible to Sims on Steam and using the Steam version of any EA game will prevent you from using the EA app if you care for that (EA App replaces Origin while Steam requires Origin).
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Is it safe to delete Origin?

What happens when I uninstall the Origin client? If you uninstall the Origin client from your computer, you won't be able to play any games or content downloaded until you reinstall it. This also means that you risk removing files that validate whether your games have the latest patch content and more.
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Can I delete Origin with EA app?

When you install the EA app, it will automatically delete Origin and replace it. Upon logging into the new client, you can browse the store, which is now integrated with the EA Play subscription service, and start downloading games.
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Why can't I use Origin anymore?

Origin is being retired as the company refocuses on using brand names that start with 'EA. '
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Is Origin OK to download on laptop?

Origin is an application for your PC or Mac. You can use it to download, manage, and play your games from anywhere. Download Origin for Mac or PC to set up your Game Library and start playing.
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Is Origin as good as Steam?

Why do gamers prefer Steam to Origin? The reason is very simple: Steam offers better services. Steam has most games from third-party publishers, and it also boasts of the biggest library of games. As for EA Origin, it does stock few third-party games other than EA's, but typically, Steam has it beat on pricing.
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Does Origin take up space?

Hard Disk Space: 2.0 GB of free hard disk space for program installation + Help files (does not include data storage). Browser: It requires Internet Explorer 11 on Windows 7, or Microsoft Edge on Windows 11.
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Is EA Origin still spying?

Origin is not spyware. Neither do we use nor install spyware on the PCs of users. Origin captures limited information that is necessary to allow users to buy, download, and play games and gaming content.
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Why did EA drop Origin?

Origin is EA's equivalent of Steam, and even though it has tens of millions of users, EA listened to feedback and acknowledged "the limitations of this platform in a quickly evolving entertainment landscape." The answer to those limitations didn't involve fixing Origin, though, rather EA decided to replace it(Opens in ...
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How much is Sims on Origin?

FREE The Sims 4 on Steam and Origin - download and start playing now! The iconic life simulator is now free to play for everyone!
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Is Sims 4 free forever?

8 years after its launch (back in 2014), EA's game goes to the free-to-play format. That's right, The Sims 4 becomes free for anyone who wants to try it and get it. And when we get it, it will be forever, of course.
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What platform is best for Sims 4?

The Sims 4 is always going to be best played on a computer (you just can't beat keyboard and mouse). The game is available on both PC and Mac. The process on each platform will look a tad different, but it's pretty similar.
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