Short answer: A deepfake is a photo, video or voice clip made or changed with AI to look real. Clues help, but the most important habit is checking the source before believing or sharing.
Clues to look for
- Lips that don't quite match the words
- Odd blinking, blurry edges around hair or ears
- Strange hands, teeth or jewellery
- Lighting or shadows that don't match
- A voice that sounds flat or oddly paced
AI is improving fast, so clues alone aren't enough.
The one habit: pause and check
- Who posted it first?
- Are trusted news sources reporting it?
- Does it make you feel shocked or angry? That's when to slow down.
If your child is targeted
Stay calm and reassure them it isn't their fault. Save evidence, report to the platform, and seek help from the school and, where needed, the authorities.
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