Fact-Check Social Media Videos Before You Share
Paste a TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, X or Facebook video link into BSmeter. It transcribes the video, pulls out the claims, scores each one, names the framing, and finds sources for the weakest one (the 3 weakest on Basic and Premium) — before you share.
How to Fact-Check Social Media
Three simple steps to check a social media video. Works with TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, X and Facebook videos, and podcasts.
Paste a Social Media Link
Copy a YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, X or Facebook video link, or a podcast link. Photo posts on TikTok and Instagram are read from the caption and on-image text. Articles, LinkedIn and Facebook text or photo posts aren't supported.
AI Analyzes the Claims
BSmeter transcribes the audio, extracts the verifiable claims, scores each one 0-100, and labels the framing move behind it — Missing Context, Cherry-Picked, Anonymous Authority, and so on. It does not detect manipulated media or AI-generated content.
See the Claims, Scored
Get a shareable analysis showing each claim, its score, the framing label, and sources. Share it, or install the Chrome or Firefox extension to see results on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
Misinformation Patterns by Platform
Each social platform has its own misinformation patterns. BSmeter analyzes YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, X and Facebook videos (plus podcasts); for LinkedIn, and for text or photo posts it can't read, use these warning signs.
TikTok
The fastest-growing source of viral misinformation. TikTok's algorithm prioritizes engagement over accuracy, making it a breeding ground for altered videos, out-of-context clips, and fabricated stories. BSmeter analyzes TikTok videos claim-by-claim.
Watch For
- Claims that rely on emotional manipulation rather than facts
- Videos using AI-generated voices or deepfake technology
- Out-of-context clips edited to change the original meaning
- Accounts with no history posting urgent 'breaking news' content
X (Twitter)
Where news breaks fastest — and so does misinformation. X's real-time nature means false claims can reach millions before fact-checkers catch up. Paste the X post's link: BSmeter reads what the video says.
Watch For
- Posts from unverified accounts making explosive claims
- Screenshots that appear doctored or lack source context
- Content shared by bot networks exhibiting coordinated behavior
- Claim-only posts without links to primary sources
Image-first platform where misleading visuals thrive. Instagram's Stories and Reels format makes it easy to share decontextualized content. AI-generated images and edited screenshots spread rapidly through shares and reposts. BSmeter checks the claims in Reels; it doesn't judge whether an image is AI-generated.
Watch For
- AI-generated images with subtle visual artifacts (odd hands, text, lighting)
- Recycled images from unrelated events presented as current news
- Stories that make claims without any source attribution
- Posts from 'news' accounts that lack journalism credentials
Where misinformation has the longest shelf life. Facebook's group and sharing ecosystem creates echo chambers where false claims can circulate for years. Health and political hoaxes resurface there again and again. Paste a Facebook video or Reel link directly; Facebook text and photo posts aren't supported yet.
Watch For
- Shared posts that lack original source links
- Claims that have been debunked multiple times but keep resurfacing
- Content from pages posing as legitimate news outlets
- Health and finance claims that sound too good to be true
YouTube
The second-largest search engine and a major vector for misinformation. YouTube's long-form format allows for gradual indoctrination through pseudo-documentaries, conspiracy rabbit holes, and misleading expert commentary.
Watch For
- Videos claiming 'they don't want you to know this' framing
- Pseudoscientific explanations presented as factual
- Selective editing of interviews to take statements out of context
- Channels with no corrections or retractions when debunked
Professional veneer lends credibility to misleading content. LinkedIn's network effect means false claims from perceived 'experts' can spread rapidly among professionals who may not scrutinize content outside their domain. BSmeter doesn't analyze LinkedIn posts; use the signs below.
Watch For
- Posts from self-proclaimed experts without verifiable credentials
- AI-generated thought leadership posts with generic advice
- Data visualizations without source attribution or methodology
- Career or industry 'secrets' that lack evidence
4 Warning Signs of Social Media Misinformation
Learn to spot the most common misinformation tactics used across social platforms.
Emotional Manipulation
Content designed to provoke outrage, fear, or sympathy rather than inform. If a post makes you feel something strongly before you've had time to think, that's by design — platforms optimize for engagement, not accuracy.
Manipulated Media
Photoshopped images, AI-generated visuals, deepfake videos, and out-of-context clips. BSmeter doesn't detect these — reverse-search the image or a video keyframe, look for Content Credentials or the platform's AI label, and trace the original upload.
Missing Sources
Posts that make bold claims without linking to primary sources. A claim like 'Scientists confirm…' without a citation to a peer-reviewed study is a red flag — real science always links to the paper.
Astroturfing
Coordinated inauthentic behavior — bot networks, paid commenters, and fake engagement designed to make a false claim appear popular. If thousands of accounts share the exact same wording, something's off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about fact-checking social media with BSmeter.
How does BSmeter fact-check social media posts?
BSmeter works on video and audio links: paste a TikTok, YouTube, Instagram Reel, X or Facebook video, or a podcast link. It transcribes the audio, extracts the verifiable claims, scores each one 0-100, names the framing moves (Missing Context, Cherry-Picked, Anonymous Authority, and others), and searches for evidence sources on the weakest claim (the 3 weakest on Basic and Premium). Facebook and LinkedIn text posts aren't supported, and it doesn't judge images; results are AI-generated, so open the sources.
Can BSmeter detect AI-generated images on social media?
No. BSmeter doesn't check whether an image is real; for photo posts it only reads the caption and the text on the images. To check an image yourself: reverse-image-search it (Google Lens, TinEye) to find where it first appeared, look for Content Credentials (C2PA) or the platform's AI label, and trace it back to the original poster.
Does BSmeter work with TikTok videos?
Yes. BSmeter supports TikTok, YouTube, Instagram Reels, and podcast/audio links. It also takes X and Facebook videos; LinkedIn posts and Facebook text posts aren't supported. Paste the TikTok link and BSmeter transcribes the audio, identifies the claims, scores each one, and finds sources for the weakest one (the 3 weakest on Basic and Premium).
Is there a free version of BSmeter for social media fact-checking?
Yes — a free account includes 3 analyses per day on videos up to 30 minutes. Basic ($3.99/mo) gives 50 analyses per day on videos up to 60 minutes, and Premium ($8.99/mo) handles videos up to 3 hours. The Chrome and Firefox extension shows results on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.
How is BSmeter different from regular fact-checking websites?
Traditional fact-checking sites (Snopes, PolitiFact) have human researchers investigate selected viral claims in depth — slower, but carefully sourced. BSmeter uses AI to give you a quick claim-by-claim read on any supported video you paste. It covers whatever you choose, but it's AI-generated and can be wrong, so it works best as a first pass alongside professional fact-checks.
Can I use BSmeter to check claims before sharing them?
Yes — that's exactly what it's for. Paste the link into BSmeter to see the analysis before you share. With the Chrome or Firefox extension, BSmeter results show up on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram without leaving the page.
Stop Misinformation in Your Feed
Before you share that viral video, check its claims with BSmeter. Free account — 3 analyses a day.