Why would I need to verify payment confirmations and receipts?

Payment confirmation fraud is a real problem in online transactions. When someone sends you a PDF screenshot or receipt as “proof of payment”, it could have been digitally edited to fake the transaction details.

Common fraud scenarios:

• Marketplace sellers: A buyer sends a fake payment confirmation to receive goods before actually paying
• Freelancers: A client shows an edited bank transfer screenshot claiming payment was sent
• Rental/accommodation: A tenant provides a modified payment receipt to avoid actual payment
• Online businesses: Customers submit altered invoices or receipts to claim refunds or discounts
• Peer-to-peer transactions: Someone shows fake payment proof to receive goods or services

How HTPBE helps: By checking if the PDF has been modified, you can quickly identify suspicious payment confirmations. If a payment screenshot shows as “modified” in our analysis, it’s a red flag that the document may have been tampered with.

Important: Always verify payment through your actual bank account or payment platform. HTPBE is an additional verification tool, not a replacement for checking your real account balance.