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How can I tell if a photo online is fake or AI-made?

You will learn simple things to check before trusting a surprising photo.

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Some photos online are not real. A computer can make a picture that looks real.

Often there are small clues. Look closely at hands, fingers, and teeth.

Check text in the image too. Fake photos often have odd, blurry letters.

When a photo seems shocking, slow down and look before you believe it.

Try this
  1. Zoom in and study hands, eyes, and fine details.
  2. Look for strange edges or parts that blur together.
  3. Check any words in the picture for odd letters.
  4. If it still feels off, search to see if a trusted news site shows it.
A message you can copy

Please give me a short, simple checklist of things to look for to tell if a photo might be made by a computer.

Paste it into ChatGPT, then change the words in brackets to fit you. It opens in a new tab, so you will not lose this page.

Buddy, your friendly guide
Buddy says

When a photo surprises you, pause and look closely before you trust it.

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