Is this true? Check a viral claim or rumor
Got a forward, a screenshot caption or a headline that sounds off? Paste the text and see what independent sources say before you share it.
Before you share it
- Does the post name a real source you can open?
- Is the date recent, or is old news being recycled?
- Do independent outlets report the same thing?
- Is it designed to make you angry or scared enough to forward it immediately?
Things people commonly check
Miracle health cures, scam warnings, quotes attributed to public figures, disaster rumors, celebrity news and “breaking” political claims. Paste the message as you received it; VeriTrace extracts the factual claims and checks each one.
When the answer is “we don’t know yet”
New events often have no reliable coverage for hours or days. VeriTrace reports “Insufficient evidence” in that case, which is itself useful: it tells you not to treat the claim as confirmed.
Frequently asked questions
Can VeriTrace check WhatsApp or Telegram forwards?
Yes. Copy the message text into the Text tab. It checks the factual claims it contains.
How do I check if a news story is true?
Paste the headline, the article text or the link. Look at the verdict, then open the cited sources to confirm.
What if there is no coverage of the claim?
You will see “Insufficient evidence”. Wait for credible reporting before sharing.
Is it free to use?
Yes: 7 free checks a day, with bonus checks when friends join through your invite link.