What is a deepfake and how do I spot one?
Understand deepfakes in plain words and learn easy clues a video is fake.
A deepfake is a fake video made with AI. It can make a real person seem to say things they never said.
This sounds scary, but you can learn to spot many of them. They often have small mistakes.
Look for odd blinking, strange mouth moves, or a voice that does not quite match.
If a video shocks you or asks for money, slow down. That is your sign to check before you believe it.
Try this
- Watch the face for odd blinking or stiff movement.
- Listen for a voice that does not match the lips.
- Check if a trusted news source reports the same thing.
- Do not share a shocking video until you know it is real.
A message you can copy
I saw a video that surprised me. What clues can help me tell if a video might be a fake made by AI?
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Buddy says
When a clip seems too shocking to be true, it is worth a second look.