How to Fact-Check Deepfake Videos
Deepfakes spread fast. A short check slows misinformation.
Pause before sharing
Strong emotion is a signal to verify.
Check the source
Who posted it first?
- Search for the original.
- Look for coverage by reliable outlets.
- Check the account history.
Look closely
Watch faces, lighting, lip sync and audio mismatches.
Use tools carefully
Reverse search frames.
- Take screenshots.
- Run a reverse image search.
- Treat detectors as hints.
Key takeaway: Verify the source first; detectors and visual clues are only hints.
