My software release wouldn't be as major as something like Photoshop. Since it would be in less demand, fewer people would take the time to crack it. There is other software in that category too, but even the available cracks aren't known to everyone, and some people wouldn't know what to search for.

Another reason for me wanting to compile the source is to prevent people from finding holes and reusing parts of the code. Copy protection is just part of the value of compiling.

Name something that makes you wince about a script I've posted.