How to Do a Reverse Image Search on Your iPhone

The iPhone's built-in reverse image search capability makes it quick, simple, and free to find out more about an image.

Each of us has been in the situation where we see a picture of a dog online and immediately want to know what breed it is, but we have no idea how to achieve it. There is yet hope! Your iPhone's built-in reverse picture search capability will give you the info you need in a flash.

So, you want to know what a reverse image search is. Google's reverse image search is one of the search engine's handy extra features. It works much like a regular Google search, only you use an image file as the search term instead of words. Upload an image to Google, and the search engine will return results that are comparable in subject matter and lighting. Performing a reverse image search on an iOS device is as easy as downloading and using the appropriate app. This is a helpful resource whenever you don't have access to a computer, whether you're trying to identify a new plant while trekking or sifting through potential bogus dating profiles.

If you've never used the iPhone's Chrome or Safari reverse image search function before, we've got you covered with a simple, step-by-step guide. Find out where your private images go and how to get them back on your iPhone, two of the many iPhone hacks and methods that revolve on photos.

Is there a way to do a reverse picture search on an iPhone?

Desktop PCs are the most common tool for conducting a reverse image search. Surprisingly, though, a computer isn't even necessary. You may use the iPhone reverse image search feature to look for any image stored on your device, whether it's a screenshot, a search result, a photo from your Photo Library, or a snapshot from your Camera Roll.

iPhones' reverse image search feature is useful for locating related photographs, websites that have the same or a similar image, and even specific objects in photos. This capability has a wide range of potential applications, from identifying a dog's breed to finding phony images. To avoid falling victim to a dating fraud, you could, for instance, conduct a reverse image search utilizing photographs from a potential suitor's online dating profile. If you are a photographer or business owner concerned that your photos or product images are being used without your permission, you can utilize the reverse image search feature to do just that.

All you need is a browser like Chrome or Safari to get started. To use the iPhone's built-in camera to perform a reverse image search, download at least one of these apps and then follow the steps below using a photo from your Photos library or a search result.

The Google Chrome Reverse Image Search Guide

Using an image from image search results

1. Launch the Google Chrome web browser.
2. To find the picture, just type the relevant terms into images.google.com.
3. If you tap and hold the image you wish to look for, a menu will display.
4. To initiate a search and see the results, choose the option "Search Google for This Image" from the menu.

Using a photo in your Photos app

1. In order to access your photo library, launch the Photos app.
2. Select the desired image by tapping on it.
3. Click the "Share" button on your device's toolbar.
4. The option to "Copy Photo" should appear in the menu that appears.
5. Simply launch the Chrome app and double-tap the search bar to get started.
6. Select the option to look for a previously copied image.
7. Just keep scrolling down to see the results of your query.

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How to do a reverse image search with Safari

Using an image from image search results

1. To launch Safari, click the app's icon on your dock.
2. To find the picture, just type the relevant terms into images.google.com.
3. Choose the appropriate image by tapping on it.
4. Google Lens can be accessed by clicking its symbol in the upper right corner.
5. Place the crop tool's center on the area of the image you wish to examine closely.
6. Just keep scrolling down to see the results of your query.

Using a photo in your Photos app

1. To access Google's image search, launch Safari and navigate to images.google.com.
2. Choose the letter "Aa" from the search bar's icon menu on the left.
3. To see the site in a desktop browser, click the "Request Desktop Site" button.
4. To use Google's camera feature, click the camera symbol next to the search bar.
5. Use the "Upload an Image" > "Choose File" menu option.
6. Tap "Photo Library" in the resulting menu to pick an image from your device's Photos library. By selecting "Take Photo or Video," you can use your iPhone's camera to snap a picture.
7. Simply select the "Select" option. Look through the search results after the image has been submitted.

Keep in mind that the images stored on your iPhone can expose a great deal about you, such as your location, your child's school, and other sensitive information, if you frequently use the iPhone reverse image search feature. Without sufficient security, these photographs could be seen by hackers, fraudsters, and even Apple, putting your data and information at danger. Learn what Apple does with your photographs and what else your smartphone knows to protect your privacy.