"Googling" someone used to be the standard background check. But names can be faked, and common names like "John Smith" are impossible to search effectively. In 2025, the new standard for online safety is the Face Check.
Met someone awesome online? Before you get too attached, run a "Face Check". It takes 30 seconds and could save you from heartbreak or fraud.
What Does it Mean to "Face Check"?
To Face Check someone means to verify their identity by using their photo to search the web. It's the most reliable way to confirm if the person you are chatting with is using their own photos or if they've stolen them from an innocent stranger.
3 Steps to Face Check Anyone
1. Capture the Image
If you're on a dating app (Tinder, Bumble, Hinge) or social media, take a screenshot of their best photo.
2. Search on FaceSearch AI
Upload the image to FaceSearch AI. Our system doesn't just look for "similar" images—it looks for facial matches.
Wait a few seconds while the AI scans millions of websites, social profiles, and public databases.
3. Verify the Results
Look at the sources of the matched photos.
- Good Sign: You find a LinkedIn or Facebook profile with the same name and details they told you.
- Bad Sign: You find the photo on a "Romance Scam" warning list.
- Bad Sign: You find the photo belongs to an adult film star or an influencer with a completely different name.
Red Flags: When a Face Check Fails
If your face check reveals any of these, block the user immediately:
The "Soldier" Scam
Scammers often steal photos of real military personnel. If the person claims to be "deployed overseas" but the photo belongs to a retired general in the news, you are being scammed.
The Stock Photo Model
If the search results link back to sites like Shutterstock, iStock, or Pexels, the person is using a generic stock photo. This is 100% a fake profile.
Trust, but Verify
We want to believe people are who they say they are. But with the rise of catfishing and sophisticated scams, a little skepticism is healthy. A 30-second Face Check can save you months of emotional distress and thousands of dollars. It's smart, it's discreet, and it's free to try.