TL;DR
Reverse Image Search
One effective method to identify fake products is using reverse image search tools such as Google Lens or TinEye. Scammers often steal images from legitimate sites to make their listings appear real. If you find the same photo used across multiple unrelated sites, it could be a red flag indicating a potential scam [4]. This technique can help you avoid purchasing counterfeit goods by verifying the authenticity of product images.
Consistency in Product Images and Reviews
When evaluating a social media brand or seller, look for consistency in product images and customer reviews. Legitimate sellers typically use consistent backgrounds in their posts and provide detailed proof of transactions, such as visible customer details or business cards [2:1]. Be wary of pages that have different backgrounds for each post or use copied images from the internet, which may indicate they are selling replica products
[2].
Domain Information and Reviews
Another way to verify the legitimacy of an online seller is by looking up their domain information. You can use domain lookup sites to find out where the website is hosted, who owns it, and other relevant details [4:2]. Additionally, searching for reviews about the domain can provide insights into whether the seller is reputable or potentially fraudulent.
Comparing Prices on Platforms like AliExpress
Social media ads often feature unique-looking items at inflated prices. By screenshotting these items and searching for them on platforms like AliExpress, you can find similar products at significantly lower prices [5]. Many items advertised on social media are drop-shipped from platforms like AliExpress, so this comparison can help you identify if you're being overcharged
[5:1].
Additional Tips
Be cautious of brand ambassador scams on Instagram, which frequently target young people [1:1]. Also, consider reaching out to the seller through provided contact methods like WhatsApp or email to verify their legitimacy
[2:2]. Engaging with communities or individuals who specialize in authenticating products can also be beneficial
[3:1].
Very useful advice!! People should also be wary of brand ambassador scams on Instagram, they target young people often
I’ve noticed something on Instagram—many pages that sell replica products often post reviews in their stories. If you look closely at those images, you’ll often spot American-style doors, windows, or rugs—things that are uncommon in most Indian homes. That’s because they usually just copy and paste images from the internet, and unfortunately, a lot of people fall for it.
whenever you are trying to buy something...pls cheak the background of that souce and try to contact the owner from provided whatapp or insta or mail...search that page or website revies on google,youtube ,etc...if that page posting reviews ask the person who brought from them...
Each and every post will have different background.
someone who runs a legit page will have same background in all of the posts and will upload proofs with visible details of the customer/Insta account Card/Phone number/Business card etc.
Check highlights and posts by the date they posted.
See likes and comments irrespective to their followers and proofs.
It is really disheartening to know so many scammers are out there fooling people, or unknowingly selling fakes having been duped themselves, when there are reputable sources if you do a little digging and research :(
I just want to know if anyone agrees or some feedback? I educate about how to spot fakes on my tiktok and YouTube pages so I will incorporate what people need to hear!
That's why I wish they would ask (me) BEFORE buying.. If people shop with me .. great! If they don't shop with me, I will still help authenticate! 😊
I hate that I can't help people in M.E. and M.T. with this, but I do what I can here and in other FB groups that don't have a couple of ... people.
I feel the same way and always encourage people to message me on any of my socials other than TikTok, because there’s no photo or video messaging there, but I will gladly help you find the perfect real authentic piece of Moldavite, even if not with me! I often share my friends links when they carry something I don’t, like body jewelry or something!
Exactly!
Miss Abby is the go to for body jewelry! I debated getting her items for the shop, but for now.. I send them her way 😊
I don't do tiktok, had no idea that messaging didn't allow pics or vids.. strange! 🤔
Luckily fakes are, for the most part easy to spot. For me I think the bigger scam with moldavite is overpricing. Even when wholesale lots were 3 dollars a gram I see people reselling less then a gram for over 100. Miss those days before the moldavite trend blew up on tiktok and prices quadrupled haha.
I would like to visit your Youtube page. Can you share the link with me? Thank you r/hoopingmomma
It’s a lot of little quippy funny shorts but the guts of the longer videos may be useful to some! Here’s the link:
Before buying from an online seller you’re unsure about, use tools like Google Lens or TinEye to reverse image search the product photos. Scammers often steal images from legitimate sites to make their listings look real. If the same photo appears on multiple unrelated sites, it could be a red flag. This small step can save you from falling victim to fraud.
Or just look up their domain via domain lookup sites, see where it’s hosted, dig deeper and see location of domain registry, who owns and boom you have a lot of useful information to move on and do more research to see if you’ll be scammed. From here can even look for reviews on the domain and take it from there.
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Works great for porn too.
i tried this once and found the same product photo used in a meme. guess i almost bought a sense of humor instead of a blender.
Thought it was common knowledge, but my friend didn’t know that so I’m sharing it here.
Whenever I find some unique looking item on insta of FB ad from some sketchy website, I screenshot it and look it up on Ali. Prices are usually 3-5x lower and wider selection
Glad I ain't the only one, Alis photo search is far superior to ebay too
App only?
Yeah on the app, I found on ebay I could photo search a square G Shock and it would bring up god knows what, Aliexpress brings up simular look items.
90% is drop shipped also to amazon
So true!!! There are so many inspiring ideas and items on social media ads that redirect you to an online store. Most of the time it's just a drop shipping store and with a quick search you can find the EXACT SAME item in Ali.
(Same goes with most of my local stores in my country)
Gotta admit, if I land on a page with thousands of followers and tons of engagement, it definitely makes me take them more seriously even if I know some of those numbers might be boosted. I’ve definitely followed and even bought from brands just because their page seemed "legit" at first glance.
Curious if anyone else does the same or do you look past the numbers?
Only if the social capital can somewhat be verified, i.e. they are indeed popular. So many vibe-coded landing pages these days just whack on these social proof elements which make them look... dodgy.
Fr, if it’s all just random badges, it gives off major sus vibes.
It's definitely getting trickier!
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It’s not necessarily about what it looks like or how popular it is when you get there. It’s about how they got you there in the first place.
Absolutely.
If a brand has good comments and testimonials I will add their products to my cart so yes, social proof really matters.
Got it, thanks!
Social proof is the most powerful persuasion trigger after maybe pain avoidance, as a senior marketer I’d encourage you to read about psychology and influence. This will massively improve your marketing abilities.
Read influence, how to win friends and influence people, selfish gene, and Evolutionary psychology
Usually handles and stitching are the things dupes screw up. They do sell “ultra” dupes where the bag is created with the same very like material, quality hardware and hand stitched but those are still thousands.
Those pesky dropshipping companies have a habit of posting stolen photos of beautiful things of high quality and then fulfilling orders via cheap knockoffs. Is there a reddit where i can post a photo from the ad and people tell me where i can get the good stuff?
r/HelpMeFind, r/HelpMeFindThis and r/wherecanibuythis
None of them are real.
someone has to make the original, right?
I managed to track down the company who made a pair of shoes i really liked a few years ago, turns out it was some artisinal cobbler in spain whose photos got stolen. I just wanted to see if someone was familiar with the artist before i started doing actual leg work.
A lot of the recent "stained glass lamp" type knockoffs are actually just AI generated pictures, so in a way there is no "original" of those; they aren't impossible to make in a similar style, but you can't just find the shop that made them.
Depends on the kind of item. Electronics and general knick knacks are found on aliexpress and similar sites
Correct. The original for most of the items will be more expensive if you an find it. I'd recommend saving the image then using the google image search to find the original product.
Google review videos.
If it's NFT, no need to prove it, we all know it is
What product are you looking at?
Keto Blast Dummies. It's started that all 5 Sharks from Shark Tank bought in.
Telling people after 5 minutes of research
Where is the first place you check?
I was joking. I'd just Google them and find rsns they're scamming ppl then make a presentation with snacks or something
Buy it, test it, make a video proving its crap, get roasted by retired people that swear it works even though it clearly doesn't.
I found a seller on Shopee who's offering all of these products. Are they real? If they are, how come no one has bought them yet? I provided the name of the seller so anyone who's curious can do their own research.
The Ultimate DX set and RBV8 are from fake sellers account there’s many of them on shopee and sold with low prices. The pictures themselves is from a known aliexpress seller. There’s one review where the guy just receives a water bottle alone in a box LOL. No idea about the gold Big Bang Pegasis. The Jade Jupiter and Duo Uranus on 4th and 5th slide are midfake.
Do you have a link to the aliexpress seller?
i can’t share the link on reddit for whatever reason but these three are the main shop if you want to get authentic beys and some new midfakes. though the most sought after ones are damn expensive lmao.
Oh that seller is a fake one I think because if you were to buy anything it’ll be stuck in customs for like 2-3 weeks and then Shopee will refund you
I’ve bought multiple times from this type of sellers all of them from Indonesia all the same stuck in customs and Shopee refunds it
How are the fake sellers benefiting if the orders are being cancelled and your money is being returned anyway?
afaik there's no midfakes for Random Boosters, that and the code on the box would mean Oct 19 2011, which seems accurate for RB 8 as it came out in august of that year
Thank you
How to spot fake products on social media
Key Considerations for Spotting Fake Products on Social Media:
Check the Seller's Profile:
Read Reviews and Comments:
Examine Product Images:
Research the Product:
Look for Red Flags in Descriptions:
Verify Payment Methods:
Check Return Policies:
Recommendation: Always do thorough research before making a purchase. If something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Use trusted platforms and consider reaching out to the brand directly if you have doubts about a product's authenticity.
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