InVID Verification Plugin
A verification 'Swiss army knife' for journalists.
Overview
The InVID Verification Plugin is a browser extension for Chrome and Firefox that provides a set of tools to help journalists and fact-checkers verify the authenticity of videos and images found on social media. It includes features for reverse image search, video keyframe analysis, metadata extraction, and more.
✨ Key Features
- Reverse image search on multiple engines (Google, Yandex, Baidu, TinEye)
- Video keyframe extraction and analysis
- Video and image metadata analysis
- Magnifying lens for detailed image inspection
- Forensic filters for images
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Comprehensive set of tools for both video and image verification
- Integration of multiple reverse image search engines
- Advanced features like keyframe analysis and forensic filters
Unique Value: Provides a comprehensive and free set of tools for verifying visual content directly within the browser, streamlining the workflow for journalists and fact-checkers.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Used by journalists and fact-checkers to quickly analyze and verify visual content from social media.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Fact-checking text-based claims
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more extensive set of features, particularly for video analysis, compared to other reverse image search extensions.
💻 Platforms
💰 Pricing
Free tier: The plugin is free to download and use.
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