Build a social media research workflow

Separate public-profile discovery, mentions and media verification while retaining the original source and access context.

32 seconds. Silent explainer with on-screen text and English captions.

Video transcript

1. Set the scope. Define the public claim or account you are authorized to review before choosing a tool.
2. Separate the tasks. Use profile discovery for handles, indexed search for mentions and media tools for images.
3. Keep the context. Record the exact URL, date and whether the view is public or requires account access.
4. Verify the claim. A matching handle or photo is a clue. Check independent evidence before connecting accounts.

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