How to Avoid Scams

The examples of face search websites we’ll provide do not fall into any of these categories. Here’s how to identify the signs of a scam.

Suspecting a Face Search Engine Might Be a Scam? Look for These Telltale Signs:

1. It Does Not Offer Any Results Without Payment

If you can’t view any results upfront and must pay to see even blurred images, it’s better to search for trusted alternatives.

2. It Uses Scare Tactics

Beware of pop-ups with messages like adult content found or identity theft discovered. These are often fear-mongering tactics to pressure users into buying the product. Avoid services that use such marketing methods and use security tools, such as online fraud insurance, to secure your personal information

3. Negative User Reviews

If most users on reputable forums report negative experiences with the site, it’s a good indication to look elsewhere. While not all reviews may be genuine, a consistent pattern of criticism—especially if the company fails to respond—is a red flag.

4. No Option to Opt-Out

Trusted websites provide a way to opt out of their services, allowing users to remove their face from the index. The absence of this option often signals a scam.

Some companies even steal results from larger, legitimate platforms. Always verify across multiple sources and stick to well-known services when making payments.

Top 3 Trusted Face Search Engines

1. Lenso.ai

Lenso.ai is a reverse image search engine that supports facial recognition*. It’s a paid service but highly transparent. The website includes privacy policies, terms of service, and displays results for free. Payments are required only to unlock sources of images.

How to Use lenso.ai:

  1. Visit lenso’s website.
  2. Upload your image.
  3. Expand the People category.
  4. Click on the displayed sources to visit the pages where your image appears.

*Available in selected regions due to local laws and regulations.

Lenso face recognition

2. Pimeyes.com

Pimeyes is a well-known and reputable service with thousands of users. It’s backed by a transparent company. Results are displayed for free, with subscriptions or one-time fees required to unlock additional details.

How to Use Pimeyes:

  1. Visit Pimeyes.
  2. Upload your image.
  3. Click on a result you’re interested in.
  4. Select Open Website to view the source.

Pimeyes

3. FaceCheck.ID

Although less transparent than the others mentioned, FaceCheck.ID is widely used and frequently recommended on facial recognition forums.

How to Use FaceCheck:

  1. Visit FaceCheck.
  2. Upload your image.
  3. Wait for results to appear.
  4. Click on the result and open the source.

Facecheck

Disclaimer: All examples were legitimate at the time of writing. However, websites may face external security threats. If you suspect any listed services are untrustworthy, use our contact form to report them. We’ll investigate and remove tools that don’t meet our security standards.

Always prioritize trusted sources when searching for images of yourself online. Good luck!

Author

Kinga Jasinska

Marketing Specialist