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How to spot fake reviews
There are ways to weed out fake reviews to make an informed decision about a product. Tap or click here for some tips on spotting review scams. Here’s a breakdown you can take along with you:
Watch for bad spelling and grammar. If a review is gushing about a product, it’s a red flag. A bunch of positive reviews left in a short time? Be suspicious.Is the review vague and not referring to any specific product? It’s probably fake.Fakespot is a free Chrome extension that can take the guesswork out of fake reviews for you. Check it out at fakespot.com.ReviewMeta filters the fluff from reviews, leaving you with the bare essentials. Go to reviewmeta.com/blog/extensions to get the extension.
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