Luxe Authenticator
Protect yourself from counterfeit luxury goods. Verify sellers, learn authentication techniques, and connect with trusted experts.
Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection FY 2024-2025 ·CBP IPR Data
Authentication Guides
11 Guides AvailableVerified information only: all guides are compiled from official brand documentation, professional authentication services, and verified expert sources. No AI speculation or unverified claims.
Louis Vuitton
● critical riskRolex
● critical riskChanel
● critical riskNike / Jordan
● high riskHermès
● critical riskGucci
● critical riskPrada
● high riskApple AirPods
● critical riskLabubu / Pop Mart
● critical riskStanley Quencher
● high riskComing Soon
Dior
high riskOmega
high riskTiffany & Co.
medium riskBalenciaga
high riskSeller Risk Scanner
Analyze marketplace listings for counterfeit red flags
Red Flags We Detect
- Price 40%+ below retail
- Stock photos / catalog images
- New seller account (<6 months)
- Ships from known counterfeit hubs
- No authenticity mention
Platforms Supported
Recent CBP Seizures
View AllLouisville CBP seizes 7,000+ counterfeit Van Cleef & Arpels earrings
MSRP: $30.3M
El Paso seizes 1,708 fake Van Cleef jewelry items from China
MSRP: $9.2M
Louisville seizes fake Cartier, Rolex, Audemars Piguet watches
MSRP: $18.6M
Pittsburgh CBP seizes knockoff Rolex watches and luxury sunglasses
MSRP: $573K
Data sourced from official U.S. Customs and Border Protection press releases
Professional Authentication Services
Important: visual guides can help you spot obvious fakes, but professional authentication is the only way to be 100% certain. High-quality counterfeits ("super fakes") can fool even experienced collectors.
Entrupy
AI + microscopic analysis
Real Authentication
Expert authenticators + Intelascan™
Authenticate First
Handbags & accessories
CheckCheck
Sneaker authentication app
Legit Check
Sneaker & streetwear
Report Counterfeit Goods
Bought a fake? Spotted a counterfeiter? Report them to protect other consumers.
Important Disclaimer
The Fraud Codex is an educational resource only. We are not affiliated with any luxury brands mentioned. Authentication guides are compiled from publicly available information and should not replace professional authentication services. For high-value purchases, always use a certified authentication service. A valid date code, serial number, or other marker does NOT guarantee authenticity — counterfeiters replicate these features.