Deepfakes Spotter: A Guide to Spotting Deepfakes in the Wild

The Big Picture

No single clue proves something fake — patterns do!

Look for multiple (4+) inconsistencies across time, lighting, motion, and context. If it looks suspicious, stop, verify, don’t share.

And Let’s Not Forget: to Err is Human

Even when you follow all the advice we shared, as GenAI continues to improve, it’s completely normal and unavoidable to accidentally share something that later turns out to be inaccurate. The internet moves fast, and we’re all doing our best in real time.

What truly matters is how you respond. If you catch yourself making a mistake, deleting or correcting the post is a small but powerful act of care. It helps prevent inaccurate content from spreading further and shows others that you value truth and responsibility even when you’re not perfect.

Showing Grace

And while you’re at it, remember to extend some grace to others, too. We’re all navigating this together, making mistakes and learning as we go. A little kindness and understanding go a long way in creating a healthier, more respectful online space.

You’ve got this!

Practical Human Judgment – Your First Line of Defence

Technical and Visual Signs of Deepfakes– Your Second Line of Defence