Template:Image hoax
 | The truthfulness of this image has been questioned, and it is believed that it may constitute a hoax. Please add reliable sources to its description page or comment on its talk page to show that it is not a manipulated photo or that it does not present misleading information. If the image cannot be suitably verified, consider placing it at files for discussion. Further information and discussion may be found on its talk page. |
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This template will categorise articles into Category:Wikipedia suspected hoax images.
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{{Image hoax|date=October 2026}}
Please use {{subst:Uw-hoax}} to add the appropriate user warning on the talk page those who upload or insert hoax images.