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Comprehensive Background Check Services

From criminal records to employment verification, tenant screening to global checks — get the insights you need to make confident decisions. FCRA-compliant, fast, and secure.

✓ 6 Service Categories ⚡ Results in Minutes 🌍 200+ Countries 🔒 Encrypted Reports
6+Service categories
50US states covered
200+Countries worldwide
99.8%Accuracy rate

Our Background Check Services

Choose the checks you need. Mix and match to create custom screening packages.

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Criminal Record Checks

Comprehensive criminal history search across multiple jurisdictions and databases.

  • National criminal database
  • County court records
  • State & federal records
  • Sex offender registry
  • Global watchlists & sanctions
  • Adverse media screening

⏱️ Turnaround: Instant to 3 days

Run Criminal Check

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Employment Verification

Confirm work history directly with previous employers for accurate hiring decisions.

  • Job titles & responsibilities
  • Employment dates
  • Salary verification*
  • Reason for leaving
  • Rehire eligibility
  • Professional references

⏱️ Turnaround: 2-5 business days

Verify Employment

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Identity Verification

Confirm who you’re dealing with using multiple data points and document verification.

  • SSN trace & validation
  • Address history
  • ID document verification
  • Date of birth confirmation
  • Alias & name variations
  • Fraud indicators

⏱️ Turnaround: Instant

Verify Identity

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Education Verification

Validate academic credentials and professional certifications with institutions directly.

  • Degrees & diplomas
  • Enrollment dates
  • Graduation confirmation
  • GPA verification*
  • Professional licenses
  • Certifications

⏱️ Turnaround: 2-7 business days

Verify Education

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Tenant Screening

Screen prospective tenants with comprehensive rental history and financial checks.

  • Eviction history
  • Rental payment history
  • Credit report*
  • Income verification
  • Criminal background
  • Previous landlord references

⏱️ Turnaround: Instant to 3 days

Screen Tenants

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International Screening

Conduct background checks across 200+ countries with localized data sources.

  • International criminal records
  • Global sanctions & watchlists
  • Education verification (global)
  • Employment verification (global)
  • Right to work checks
  • Multilingual reports

⏱️ Turnaround: 5-15 business days

Global Check

* Some verifications require candidate consent and may vary by jurisdiction.

Specialized Screening Options

Additional checks for specific industries and compliance requirements.

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Motor Vehicle Records

Driving history, license status, violations, and accidents for transportation roles.

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Credit Checks

Financial history for positions with fiduciary responsibility or tenant screening.

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Drug Screening

Coordinate drug testing through our network of 10,000+ collection sites.

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Healthcare Sanctions

OIG, SAM, and state exclusion lists for healthcare compliance.

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Professional Licenses

Verify active licenses, certifications, and disciplinary actions.

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Social Media Screening

FCRA-compliant review of public social media presence.

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Continuous Monitoring

Ongoing alerts for criminal activity after initial screening.

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Reference Checks

Structured interviews with professional and personal references.

How Our Services Work

Simple, streamlined process from order to results.

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Select Services

Choose individual checks or pre-built packages. Customize based on role, industry, or risk level.

2

Collect Consent

Send compliant authorization forms to candidates. We handle disclosures and e-signatures.

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Get Results

Receive clear, actionable reports. Instant checks complete in seconds; court searches in 1-3 days.

Built for Compliance

Every service follows FCRA guidelines and industry best practices.

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FCRA Compliant

Required disclosures, consent capture, adverse action workflows, and dispute handling.

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SOC 2 Security

Encryption at rest and in transit, role-based access, and secure data handling.

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Audit-Ready Reports

Complete documentation, exportable records, and configurable data retention.

Services Tailored to Your Industry

We understand the unique screening requirements for different sectors.

Service FAQs

Common questions about our background check services.

Which services do I need?

It depends on your industry and role. Most employers start with identity verification + criminal check + employment verification. Landlords typically need identity + criminal + eviction history + credit. Contact us for recommendations based on your specific needs.

How long do background checks take?

Identity verification is instant. Criminal database searches complete in minutes to hours. County court searches take 1-3 business days. Employment and education verification take 2-7 days depending on responsiveness of sources.

Can I bundle multiple services?

Yes! We offer pre-built packages (Basic, Professional, Enterprise) or you can create custom bundles. Volume discounts apply when ordering multiple services together.

Do you offer international checks?

Yes. We provide screening services in 200+ countries including criminal records, education verification, employment verification, and sanctions screening. International checks typically take 5-15 business days.

Is candidate consent required?

Yes. FCRA requires written consent before running employment-related background checks. We provide compliant authorization forms and handle the consent collection process.

What if results are disputed?

We have a built-in dispute process as required by FCRA. Candidates can submit disputes through our portal, and we investigate and update reports within legally required timeframes.

Need a Custom Screening Package?

Our team can help design a background check solution tailored to your regulatory requirements, risk profile, and budget.

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