Fake Review Detector

Paste a product or business review to check if it might be AI-generated or fake. Protect yourself from purchasing decisions based on manufactured reviews.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Studies suggest 30-40% of online reviews may be fake or incentivized. AI has made it easier and cheaper to generate convincing fake reviews at scale. Categories with high margins (supplements, electronics, beauty) tend to have more fake reviews.

Key red flags: generic praise without specifics, extreme language (best ever/worst ever), 'I was skeptical but' opening, no mention of actual use, perfect grammar unusual for reviews, reviewer has only 5-star reviews, multiple reviews posted same day, and lack of any negatives.

Yes - Fakespot, ReviewMeta, and The Review Index analyze review patterns and grade authenticity. They're not perfect but can flag suspicious products. Browser extensions can show grades as you shop. Always check multiple sources.

Methods include: paying for reviews on Fiverr-type sites, offering free products for reviews, using AI to generate hundreds of reviews, creating fake buyer accounts, and review manipulation services. Amazon and others try to catch these but can't stop all of them.

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