Visual Artifact Detection
Detects overly smooth textures, repeating patterns, and lighting that suggest AI generated visuals rather than real product footage.
Shopping Safety
Detect Fake Product Videos Before You Buy
Sellers use AI to create perfect product videos that hide defects, misrepresent quality, or promote items that never ship. Verify listing videos before you trust them.
Fake Listing Detection
False Product Reviews
Seller Content Verification
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Supported formats: MP4, MOV, AVI, WebM
Maximum file size: 500MB
Privacy-first: Your videos are never stored
Understanding the Threat
How Fake Product Videos Trick Online Shoppers
From counterfeit electronics to low quality clothing, sellers use AI-generated or heavily edited videos to make products look real, high quality, or different from what actually arrives.
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Unrealistic Product Presentation
Sellers create or reuse AI generated product demos and fake review videos that show premium materials, perfect performance, or features the real item does not have.
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Aggressive Social or Marketplace Promotion
These videos are pushed through ads, TikTok or Instagram shops, and marketplaces like Facebook Marketplace or DHgate, often with deep discounts and pressure to buy quickly.
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Payment Upfront, Minimal Protection
Buyers are pushed to pay through Zelle, Venmo, crypto, or other methods that avoid platform checkout and offer little protection.
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Non-Delivery or Poor Substitutes
Buyers either receive nothing, get a low quality replica, or find that returns and customer support are impossible.
Detection Technology
What Our Detector Analyzes
Our AI detector analyzes product videos for signs they may be AI generated, heavily edited, or not authentic.
Narration and Sound Authenticity
Analyzes voiceovers and background audio for signs of synthetic speech or mismatched sound that does not align with what is shown on screen.
Demonstration Continuity
Checks for hidden cuts and abrupt angle changes that can make a product look more polished than it really is.
Encoding Patterns
Examines file-level patterns that can point to unusual rendering, export, or post-production workflows.
Why It Matters
Real-World Impact
Online shopping scams are rising across platforms like Facebook Marketplace, Amazon, eBay, Depop, and Instagram. Product videos can make counterfeit or low quality items look real, leading people to pay for products that never arrive or do not match what was shown.
Step-by-Step Guide
How to Verify a Product Listing Video
Before you click “buy now,” use these steps to check if a product video is real or misleading.
1
Download the Product Video
Download or screen record the product video from platforms like Amazon, DHgate, Poshmark, Craigslist, or eBay.
Capture clips that clearly show the item, branding, and how it’s being presented.
2
Upload for AI Detection
Upload the clip to our detector to check for AI generation, suspicious editing, and reuse patterns.
Watch for signs like unrealistic textures, overly perfect lighting, or voiceovers that don’t match the product.
3
Research the Seller
Check reviews, seller history, and whether the same video appears across unrelated stores on different platforms.
If you find identical demos used by many different sellers, you are likely looking at a generic asset, not a trustworthy brand video.
4
Choose Safer Purchasing Options
If anything looks off, choose more reputable sellers or platforms, even if the price is higher.
Use payment methods with buyer protection and order from verified brands to significantly reduce risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can this tool detect fake product listing videos?
Yes. Our AI detector analyzes product videos for signs of AI-generated content, digital manipulation, or misleading edits, helping you spot listings that may not reflect the real item.
Which platforms are most common for fake product listings?
Fake listings can appear on almost any platform where people can sell products, including Amazon, eBay, Poshmark, Depop, Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, Instagram, and TikTok. Sites like DHgate can make it harder to verify authenticity, especially for branded or luxury items.
Does a low AI score mean a listing is safe to buy from?
No. A low score means no strong signs of AI or manipulation were detected, but it’s not a guarantee. Always check reviews, seller history, and payment protections before purchasing.
What are red flags in fake product listing videos?
Watch for overly perfect demos, lack of real close-ups, inconsistent lighting, or products that look different from listing photos. Be cautious if the video avoids showing details like stitching, materials, or actual use.
Do you store or keep my uploaded videos?
No. Videos are analyzed and then deleted. If you are logged in, we only store basic details like the file name and result, not the video itself.
Should I report suspicious listings?
Yes. Reporting listings on platforms like Amazon, eBay, Facebook Marketplace, or DHgate helps remove bad sellers and prevents others from getting scammed.
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