FakeDriveCheck

Counterfeit storage is a thing, because of course. As odd as that may sound, it is very much within the realm of possibility for a USB stick or MicroSD card to be fake. Though this is unlikely to happen when buying from reputable sources, it seems like the “too good to be true” saying indeed applies here, so make sure to exercise caution when looking at deals that seem suspiciously discounted.

FakeDriveCheck is a simple utility you can run to verify whether your USB stick or MicroSD card is fake. It is very easy to pick up and use, making it a good choice for anyone in doubt of the authenticity of their external storage.

For those who don’t know, the issue with fake storage is that it’s not what it looks like. The real-world capacity of a 256GB fake USB stick is only about 8-16GBs. The problem is that once you start filling up your drive, anything over its real capacity will incur data loss: of course, you won’t know how big or small its actual storage is.

Running a quick FakeDriveCheck is a good thing to do in such circumstances. Simply plug in the drive, then check it through the tool. It should be noted that the software cannot guarantee it will catch all fake storage, but even so, it’s worth trying out if you’re in doubt.

A good thing about the program is that it is very accessible to a wider audience. Receiving a fake drive can happen to anyone, regardless of their experience with computers, which is why having a solution that is approachable is important.

As it stands, FakeDriveCheck is worth using if you’re unsure about your drive’s authenticity or are simply looking for some peace of mind.