Telltale signs of ChatGPT writing
- Even, polished rhythm — every paragraph about the same length, each opening with a topic sentence.
- Hedging and summaries — “It’s important to note…”, “Overall…”, “In conclusion…”.
- Favourite words — delve, tapestry, testament, multifaceted, pivotal, seamless, foster, realm.
- Lists of three and bolded headings even in casual answers.
- Confident but vague — no personal details, specific dates or first-hand experience.
Our AI text detector checks for these patterns automatically and scores each section.
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Frequently asked questions
Can teachers use this to check essays?
It can help flag sections worth a closer look, but no ChatGPT detector is reliable enough to be used as the only evidence. Combine it with drafts, version history and a conversation with the student.
Does it work for GPT-5 and newer models?
It catches the typical style of current ChatGPT models well, but every new model shifts the style a little. Longer samples give more reliable results.
Is IsItMadeByAI really free?
Yes. Every scan is free, there is no sign-up, no credit card and no watermark on your results. The site runs on open-source detection models, which is how we keep it free.