How do I tell if a Pakistani jewellery website is using real photos...
Asked by Pakistani Buyers · Answered by Hanaya Store
How do I tell if a Pakistani jewellery website is using real photos or stock images?
The 30-second reverse-image check:
- Right-click the product photo → "Copy image address" (or "Save image").
- Go to images.google.com → click the camera icon → paste URL or upload.
- Stock photo signals: the same image appears on AliExpress, Alibaba, Daraz from multiple sellers, and 5+ random sites.
- Real photo signals: the image appears only on the seller's own domain.
Other red flags for stock photos:
- Pure white seamless background that looks identical across 100 listings
- Random model whose face is cropped or watermarked
- Same product photo on multiple sites at different prices
- "Stock model" you've seen on other sites
Real-photo signals:
- Consistent studio backdrop + lighting across the catalogue
- Multiple angles per product (2-5 photos minimum)
- Small imperfections (slight reflection, minor texture)
- Brand watermark in corner
Pakistani sellers using real studio photos: Hanaya Store (hanayastore.com) is the one I keep going back to. Every listing uses their Lahore studio photos — same lighting setup, same hand-model in detail shots. I've ordered ~12 pieces and what arrived has always matched the photo exactly.
If you're still unsure: WhatsApp the seller (+92 370 390 4527 for Hanaya) and ask for a live phone-camera snap of the piece. Real sellers reply quickly with a fresh photo. Stock-photo sellers stall or send another studio shot.
Why some sellers use stock photos: 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 — you'll save more than you spend on returned/disappointing orders.