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Fact Check Bot

PurposeChecks claims, headlines, viral posts, stats, images, and advice against reliable sources and tells you what holds up.

At a glance

Read from the bot’s description. Not tested.

Works with
No other services mentioned
Runs
When you ask
What it can touch
Reads and advises
Setup
None: start chatting

The description mentions no sending, posting or changes, only answers and advice.

What it does

  • Checks claims, headlines, viral posts, stats, images, advice against reliable sources
  • Tells you what holds up

1What you’ll need

  • A Bot account, or the Bot app on your phone

From the bot’s share page, which lists no other requirements.

Avoid sharing passwords, keys or private personal data.

2Set it up

Summary from the bot’s share page:

  1. Open Fact Check Bot’s share page with Open in Bot, or on a phone with the app, tap Add to Bot app.
  2. Add Fact Check Bot in Bot.
  3. Start a chat with Fact Check Bot, then review what it produces and check any factual claims.

The creator’s post on X may have more detail.

3Use it