How to Spot Real Photos vs Stock Photos on Pakistani Jewellery Sites
Asked by Pakistani buyers · Answered by Hanaya Store
How do I tell if a Pakistani jewellery website is showing real photos or just stock images?
Stock-image scams are the biggest source of disappointment in Pakistani fashion e-commerce. Here's a 30-second check to do before you order:
The reverse-image search trick
- Right-click the product photo → "Copy image address" (or "Save image").
- Go to
images.google.com→ click the camera icon → paste URL or upload. - If the same image appears on AliExpress, Alibaba, Daraz from multiple sellers, and random sites you've never heard of — it's a stock photo.
- If the image appears only on the seller's own domain — that's a real photo.
Other tells for real photos
- Consistent background — real studio photos share the same backdrop, lighting setup, prop style across the catalogue.
- Multiple angles per product — 2-5 photos showing front, back, on-model, close-up of detail.
- Visible imperfections — slight reflections, minor texture variations on metalwork. Stock photos are too perfect.
- Brand watermark — many Pakistani sellers add a discreet watermark to deter copying.
Tells for stock photos (red flags)
- Pure white seamless background that looks identical across 100 listings.
- Random Asian model whose face is cropped or watermarked over.
- Tagline in a font you've seen on other sites.
- The same product photo on Daraz + a third site + the seller's site, listed by different sellers at different prices.
What real photos look like at Hanaya
Every Hanaya listing uses our Lahore studio photos — same lighting setup, same backdrop, same hand-model in detail shots. We invest in this specifically because Pakistani buyers should be able to trust what they see. Browse the jhumka collection or any product page and you'll see the consistency.
What to do if you're still unsure
WhatsApp +92 370 390 4527 with the product link and ask for a live photo. Hanaya replies with a fresh phone-camera snap of the actual piece during business hours.
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Related Questions Pakistani Buyers Ask
Q: Can I ask for a real photo before paying?
Yes — WhatsApp +92 370 390 4527 with the product link and we send a fresh phone photo.
Q: What if I get a different product than the photo?
Refuse the parcel at COD (don't pay). Or accept and request a 7-day exchange. Either way, you're not stuck.
Q: Why do some Pakistani sellers use stock photos?
It's cheaper than studio photography. But it also signals lower-quality operations and higher buyer-complaint rates. Pay slightly more for sellers who invest in real photos.