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How to Find Sources of Video on the Web using Google Reverse Search

You want to be certain of the video clips presented to you? Learn how to easily find the source of videos online.

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How to Find Sources of Video on the Web using Google Reverse Search
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You may have come across some video clips online and you've tried looking for the source of such clips, only to be met with nothing. Of course, this can be frustrating, especially now that AI is giving people the ability to make fake videos. Whatever reason you have for trying to find the source, whether to verify the authenticity of the video or to get the full video, it can be easily done on the web.

With Google reverse search and advanced search features, you can easily find the source of videos by just a screenshot from the video, or peculiar phrases in it. This guide will teach you how to find sources of videos with Google reverse search and advanced search.

By Reverse Search for a Video Using Screenshots

  1. Take a screenshot from the video you want to find.
  2. Go to Google's reverse image search on Chrome.
  1. Upload or drag the screenshot and select Search.
  1. This will give you an array of results. You can use the headers above to specify the results. If you want only exact matches, you can select the option for that.

Using Google’s Advanced Video Search Tool

  1. Go to Google's advanced video search tool.
  2. Fill out the fields based on the information in the video clip.
  3. Click on the Advanced Search button.
  1. Google will show you relevant results for your search, so check them out and see if you find the video you're looking for.

Conclusion

The internet can feel like a maze when you're trying to trace the source of a video. However, tools like Google Reverse Search and advanced search features make this task simpler than you might think.

Whether you’re verifying a video’s authenticity or seeking its full version, this guide efficiently shows how to track down the source. With just a screenshot or a few key phrases, you can cut the chase and get the information you need.

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