Why social media images are harder to check
Platforms often strip metadata, resize uploads, and recompress files. A screenshot of a post can remove even more detail. This means an AI image detector can still help, but the result may be less confident than it would be with the original file.
What to check first
Save the clearest available version of the image. If the post includes a claim, note the exact caption, account name, date, and any links. The claim attached to the image is often the part that needs verification.
How to interpret the score
A high AI signal should slow you down before sharing. Look for earlier copies of the image, check whether reputable sources have used it, and compare the story against other evidence. A low signal does not prove the post is true.
Common social media risks
AI-generated images can be used as jokes, ads, political posts, fake evidence, or engagement bait. Real photos can also be miscaptioned or reused from another event.
For viral content, source and caption review matter as much as AI detection.
FAQ
Should I upload a screenshot?
Only if it is the best file you have. Screenshots often remove useful metadata.
Does a low score mean the post is safe?
No. It only means the file did not show strong AI-generation signals.