What should I do if a photo may have been AI-edited?
Keep the file, ask for the original when appropriate, and compare it with surrounding context instead of declaring it true or fake from one signal.
AI editing tools are common and provenance signals are not universal. A cautious record separates what is known from what is suspected.
What matters
- Ask for the original file when possible
- Look for a consistent sequence of related photos
- Keep messages explaining how the image was created
- Treat Content Credentials as useful provenance when present, not as the only test
Keptara’s position
Keptara is designed to preserve useful context and make records easier to understand. It does not claim universal legal admissibility, determine blame, or automatically declare media true or fake.
Reviewed 2026-09-26.