Start with the file type, not the title
The safest first test is the file extension. Java routes use .jar files and
belong in a Java launcher profile that matches the loader. The current public Java beta is a
Forge 1.20.1 JAR. Bedrock routes use .mcaddon or .mcpack packages,
then require behavior and resource packs to be activated in world settings. APK, EXE, ZIP, and
profile-pack routes are different claims even when the page title says real Verity Mod.
Next, match ownership. The checked Java route is Verity JE by VarmiteYT on CurseForge and
Varmite on Modrinth. The source page states the adaptation was made with ThatMob's permission,
which supports that specific Java route. The checked Bedrock routes include Verity BE by
Undertaletalelover and Verity - Bedrock Edition by PnTMC. A mirror that removes those owners,
Project IDs, and record IDs removes the evidence you need to know what you are installing.
Use update dates to avoid stale tutorials
Current Java and Bedrock pages do not update on the same day or for the same Minecraft build.
Verity JE 6.0.0-beta appeared on Modrinth for Java Forge 1.20.1. PnTMC 3.2.0 appeared as
Bedrock MCADDON rows for V26.30, V26.20, and V26.10. A tutorial filmed before those dates may
still show 5.7.3, 3.1.0, or even 2.1.0. Older files can still be real historical records, but
they are not automatically the best route for a fresh install.
If a file is only named "updated Verity" with no edition, do not install it yet. Write down the
project page, record ID, file name, supported Minecraft version, loader or add-on type, size, and
publication date. If the final download page changes one of those facts, go back to the source
page instead of following the short link chain.