Complete Tutorial: Using Reverse Video Search

Getting Started

Welcome to the comprehensive guide for using reverse video search technology. Whether you're a journalist fact-checking content, a content creator protecting your work, or simply curious about a video's origin, this tutorial will walk you through every step of the process.

Step 1

Choose Your Upload Method

You have two options for submitting your video:

  • File Upload (Recommended): Upload video files directly from your device. This method is more reliable and works with most video formats including MP4, AVI, MOV, and WebM.
  • URL Input (Experimental): Paste a direct link to a video hosted online. This works with some platforms but may have limitations.
Step 2

Upload Your Video

For file uploads, click the "Choose File" button and select your video. The maximum file size is 100MB. If your video is larger, consider trimming it to the most relevant segments or using video compression tools.

For URL uploads, paste the complete video URL into the text field. Make sure the URL is publicly accessible and points directly to video content.

Step 3

Start the Search

Click the "Start Search" button to begin processing. The system will analyze your video and start searching across the internet. This process typically takes 1-3 minutes depending on video length and complexity.

Step 4

Review Results

Results will appear in real-time as they're found. Each result includes:

  • Source website and URL
  • Video title and description
  • Thumbnail preview
  • Upload date (when available)

Advanced Features: DeepSearch

Step 1

When to Use DeepSearch

Consider using DeepSearch when the free search doesn't return sufficient results. DeepSearch processes your entire video instead of just sample frames, providing more comprehensive analysis.

Step 2

Video Trimming

Use the trimming tool to select specific segments of your video. This reduces costs and focuses the analysis on the most relevant content. Drag the sliders to set start and end times.

Step 3

Choose Search Intensity

Select from three search modes:

  • For Fun: Light analysis for casual use
  • Professional: Balanced thoroughness and cost
  • Expert: Maximum analysis for critical investigations
Step 4

Payment and Processing

Enter your payment information. You're only charged if results are found. The system will process your payment securely through Stripe and begin the deep analysis.

Common Use Cases

Journalism & Fact-Checking

Verify the authenticity of news footage and trace video origins to combat misinformation.

Content Creation

Protect your intellectual property by finding unauthorized use of your videos across platforms.

Research & Investigation

Trace viral content, understand distribution patterns, and investigate digital evidence.

Social Media Analysis

Track how content spreads across social platforms and identify original sources.

Best Practices

💡 Tips for Better Results

  • Use high-quality video files when possible
  • Trim videos to the most distinctive segments
  • Try different portions of longer videos if initial results are limited
  • Consider using DeepSearch for comprehensive analysis
  • Check results regularly as new content is indexed daily

⚠️ Important Considerations

  • Ensure you have rights to analyze the video content
  • Be aware that some platforms may block automated analysis
  • Results are based on publicly available content
  • Not all videos will have matches in our database
  • Recent uploads may not be indexed yet

Troubleshooting

No Results Found

If your search returns no results, try these solutions:

Upload Issues

If you're having trouble uploading:

Payment Problems

For DeepSearch payment issues: