# How to check Rudraksha authenticity before you buy

Authenticity is best assessed through a transparent purchase trail: a specific product listing, clear seller identity, documentation where offered, and a realistic return process. No single home experiment can replace traceable product information.

Use a documented checklist

Start by checking whether the listing identifies the product clearly and uses photos that match the item. Review material details, bead count or size where relevant, the price, and what documentation accompanies the order. Read the refund and shipping policies before paying.

Ask useful questions

Ask whether a certificate, report, or verification reference applies to the exact product. Ask how the seller handles a mismatch between the delivered item and the listing. A reputable business should offer a support route and an invoice.

Avoid misleading shortcuts

Internet folklore includes water, floating, and appearance tests. These are not reliable proof of origin or identity and can damage a product. Do not make a purchase decision from a dramatic claim, a countdown timer, or a promised result.

Keep the purchase record

Save your invoice, packaging information, support correspondence, and any supplied certificate. This makes it easier to ask informed questions after delivery.

Explore carefully

See the Rudraksha collection, read our refund policy, or contact AstroJi support before ordering if you need clarification.