Boost Linkedin Credibility with ALwrity AI Fact Checker
- lekhakAI
- Sep 7
- 6 min read
On a professional network like LinkedIn, the accuracy of the information you share directly impacts your reputation. Sharing a single piece of misinformation, even by accident, can undermine the trust you've worked hard to build.
That’s why we’re excited to introduce the ALwrity Fact Check feature—an Exa powered AI tool designed to help you verify the accuracy of your claims before you hit "publish." This guide will walk you through everything you need to know about using this powerful feature to build trust, enhance your professional credibility, and ensure your content is of the highest quality.
Why You Should Be Using the Fact Check Feature
In a professional context, accuracy isn't just a nice-to-have; it's essential. The Fact Check feature is your personal quality assurance assistant. Here’s why it’s a game-changer:
Build Trust: Ensure your content is accurate, making you a reliable source of information for your network.
Avoid Misinformation: Catch potential factual errors before they can damage your reputation.
Uphold Professional Credibility: Maintain your standing as a knowledgeable professional with verified information.
Verify Your Sources: Instantly get supporting evidence and links for the claims you make.
Improve Content Quality: Elevate the overall standard of your posts, making them more impactful.
Your Step-by-Step Guide to Using the Fact Check Feature
Ready to get started? Using the tool is simple and intuitive. Here’s how it works.
Step 1: Generate or Write Your LinkedIn Post
First, navigate to the LinkedIn Writer on your dashboard. You can either use the AI to generate a new post or write your own content from scratch. For the feature to work, make sure your post contains factual statements, statistics, or claims that can be verified.
Step 2: Select the Text You Want to Check
Once your draft is ready, highlight the text you want to fact-check by clicking and dragging your mouse over it.
Minimum Length: You must select at least 10 characters.
Best Practice: For the best results, select complete sentences or entire paragraphs that contain verifiable facts.
Examples of good text selections:
"The AI market is projected to reach $50 billion by 2025"
"Our company increased sales by 25% last quarter"
"Studies show that 80% of businesses use AI tools"
Step 3: Access the Fact Check Menu
After highlighting your text, a blue menu will pop up above your selection. In this menu, you will see a "🔍 Check Facts" button. If the menu doesn't appear, it's likely because your selection is too short; try selecting a longer piece of text.
Step 4: Start the Fact-Checking Process
Click the "🔍 Check Facts" button to begin. A progress modal will appear, showing you the real-time status of the verification process as our AI gets to work:
"Extracting verifiable claims..." (20%)
"Searching for evidence..." (40%)
"Analyzing claims against sources..." (70%)
"Generating final assessment..." (90%)
"Completing fact-check..." (100%)
Step 5: Review Your Comprehensive Results
Once complete, a modal will display a full breakdown of the findings. This report is divided into several key sections.
Summary Section
This gives you a high-level overview of the results:
Overall Confidence Score: A percentage indicating the overall reliability of your selected text.
Total Claims: The number of verifiable statements the AI found.
Supported Claims: Claims that were successfully backed by evidence.
Refuted Claims: Claims that were contradicted by sources.
Insufficient Claims: Claims that could not be verified due to a lack of evidence.
Key Insights
For a quick glance, this section uses emoji indicators to summarize the findings:
✅ Verified claims with supporting evidence
❌ Claims contradicted by sources
⚠️ Claims needing more evidence
Detailed Claims Analysis
Here, each individual claim is broken down for a deeper understanding. For every claim, you will see:
Claim Header: The exact text being verified, its unique confidence score (0-100%), and its final assessment (Supported/Refuted/Insufficient Information).
Analysis Details:
Reasoning: An AI-generated explanation for the assessment.
Supporting Sources: Evidence that backs up the claim.
Refuting Sources: Evidence that contradicts the claim.
Source Information: Each source cited includes its Title, a direct URL, a Relevance Score, the Author (if available), the Publication Date, and a Relevant Excerpt of text from the source.
Decoding Your Results: What It All Means
Understanding the report is key to improving your content.
Confidence Scores Explained
The confidence score gives you a quick sense of a claim's reliability:
80-100% (High confidence): The claim is well-supported by multiple reliable sources.
60-79% (Medium confidence): There is some evidence, but you may want to do some additional verification.
0-59% (Low confidence): There is insufficient or contradictory evidence. Proceed with caution.
Assessment Types
✅ Supported: The claim is backed by reliable sources and the evidence directly supports your statement. These claims typically have a high confidence score (80%+).
❌ Refuted: The available sources directly contradict the claim, indicating it is likely incorrect. These claims usually have a low confidence score (below 60%).
⚠️ Insufficient Information: The AI could not find enough evidence to either verify or refute the claim. This may require you to conduct additional research or rephrase your statement.
Best Practices for Optimal Results
To get the most out of the Fact Check feature, follow these tips.
What to Fact-Check
Statistics and numbers: "a 25% increase", "a $50 billion market"
Specific claims: "Our product is the first to..."
Historical facts: "The company was founded in 2020"
Research findings: "Studies show that..."
Industry trends: "The market is growing rapidly"
What NOT to Fact-Check
Opinions: "This is the best product on the market"
Subjective statements: "Our customers love our new service"
Future predictions: "The future looks bright for our industry"
Personal experiences: "In my experience, I believe that..."
Tips for Better Results
Select complete sentences to provide the AI with proper context.
Include surrounding context when selecting text to improve accuracy.
Check multiple claims separately in longer posts for a more detailed analysis.
Always review the supporting sources yourself before publishing.
Update your content based on the feedback from the fact-check results.
How to Interpret Source Information
The quality of a fact-check is only as good as its sources. Here’s what to look for:
High Relevance Score (80%+): This indicates the source is highly relevant to your claim.
Recent Publication Date: For timely topics, newer sources are generally better.
Author Information: Credible sources often have named authors, adding a layer of accountability.
Domain Authority: Sources from .edu, .gov, and established news organizations are typically more reliable.
Use Source Excerpts: Read the relevant text snippets to understand the context and ensure the source truly supports or refutes your claim.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Encounter a snag? Here are solutions to common problems.
Menu Doesn't Appear: You likely haven't selected enough text. Ensure you highlight at least 10 characters, preferably a full sentence.
"No Verifiable Claims Found": The selected text probably contains only opinions or subjective statements. Select a different part of your post that contains factual information.
Low Confidence Scores: This means there's either insufficient evidence or contradictory information online. Try to find more reliable sources to support your claim or revise your statement to be more accurate.
"Error During Verification": This may be a temporary technical issue. Please try again in a few moments or select a different piece of text.
If you encounter persistent issues, refreshing the page or checking your internet connection may help. For ongoing problems, please contact our support team.
Your Privacy and Security
We take your data seriously.
The text you select is processed securely and is not stored permanently.
All source links open in new tabs for your convenience. Please exercise caution when visiting external websites not controlled by our platform.
Understanding the Tool's Limitations
While powerful, AI is not infallible. It's important to understand what the Fact Check feature cannot do:
Verify opinions, personal anecdotes, or subjective statements.
Check claims about future events or predictions.
Verify information that is private or confidential.
Currently, it can only check claims made in English.
Always use your professional judgment when interpreting the results. The Fact Check feature is a tool to assist your research, not replace it.
See It in Action: Examples
Good Example: A Verifiable Claim
Selected Text: "The global AI market is projected to reach $1.8 trillion by 2030"
Expected Result: ✅ Supported (90% confidence). The reasoning would show that multiple reputable research firms confirm this projection with consistent data.
Poor Example: An Opinion Statement
Selected Text: "Our AI solution is the most innovative in the market"
Expected Result: ⚠️ Insufficient Information (30% confidence). The reasoning would explain that "most innovative" is a subjective claim that cannot be objectively measured or verified.
Conclusion: Post with Confidence
The LinkedIn Fact Check feature is a powerful ally in your mission to create credible, accurate, and professional content. By incorporating it into your workflow, you can safeguard your reputation and establish yourself as a trustworthy voice in your industry.
Remember, this feature is designed to enhance your content quality, but it's not a substitute for your own good judgment and professional responsibility. Use its guidance, think critically about the information you share, and post with confidence.