While individual downloaders are rarely sued (publishers typically sue the uploaders or the platform), universities often monitor network traffic. Using PDFCoffee on a university Wi-Fi to download a pirated textbook can trigger IT alerts and potential academic discipline.
Because anyone can upload files anonymously, malicious actors sometimes disguise malware, trojans, or adware as legitimate PDF files. Clicking a download link can occasionally redirect users to suspicious third-party advertising networks. Copyright Infringement
For Maya, PDFCoffee was the bridge between panic and a good grade. For you, it might be the same—a useful tool in your research toolkit, not a magic wand.
Could you clarify what you’re trying to do? I’m happy to give a more precise answer.