Our Mission
Empowering people and businesses with fast, fair, and reliable background checks — because trust begins with transparency. We’re building a world where verification is accessible, accurate, and ethical for everyone.
What Drives Us
The beliefs that shape everything we build.
The Problem We’re Solving
For too long, background screening has been slow, expensive, confusing, and unfair. Enterprise providers charged thousands in setup fees. Small businesses waited days for basic results. Individuals had no visibility into what employers saw about them.
Meanwhile, outdated systems led to misidentification, compliance failures, and people being unfairly denied opportunities because of errors or overly broad exclusions.
The World We’re Building
We envision a world where trust is verifiable — quickly, affordably, and fairly. Where employers can hire with confidence. Where landlords can protect their properties. Where individuals know what’s in their own records.
A world where background checks inform decisions without automatically making them. Where technology serves fairness, not just efficiency.
Our Mission Statement
Why we exist.
“To democratize access to trustworthy background screening — making verification fast, accurate, compliant, and fair for everyone, from first-time employers to Fortune 500 companies, from individual landlords to global gig platforms.”
Our Core Commitments
The promises we make to every customer, every candidate, every day.
Accuracy Above All
A background check is only valuable if it’s accurate. We invest heavily in data quality, smart matching algorithms, and human review to achieve 99.8% accuracy.
- ✓Multiple verified data sources
- ✓Smart identity matching
- ✓Human review of flagged results
- ✓Continuous data quality monitoring
Speed Without Sacrifice
Time matters. Candidates lose interest. Positions go unfilled. We deliver same-day results for most checks without compromising accuracy or compliance.
- ✓Instant database searches
- ✓Parallel processing
- ✓Real-time status tracking
- ✓Automated workflows
Compliance Built In
Background screening involves serious legal requirements. We build compliance into our platform — not as an add-on, but as a foundation.
- ✓FCRA-compliant workflows
- ✓EEOC guidance support
- ✓State law auto-updates
- ✓GDPR for international
Fairness & Second Chances
Background checks should inform decisions, not make them automatically. We support individualized assessment and fair chance hiring.
- ✓Individualized assessment tools
- ✓Ban-the-box compliance
- ✓Dispute process support
- ✓EEOC factor documentation
Accessibility for Everyone
Enterprise-quality screening shouldn’t require enterprise budgets. We make professional background checks accessible to organizations of all sizes.
- ✓No setup fees
- ✓No contracts or minimums
- ✓Transparent pricing
- ✓Self-service platform
Privacy & Security
Background checks involve sensitive personal data. We treat it with the respect and protection it deserves.
- ✓SOC 2 Type II certified
- ✓End-to-end encryption
- ✓Strict access controls
- ✓We never sell data
Trust Begins with Transparency
What transparency means to us.
Transparent Pricing
Every price is listed upfront. No “call for pricing.” No surprise fees on your invoice. No hidden costs. What you see is what you pay.
Transparent Reports
Clear, easy-to-read reports that explain what was searched, what was found, and what it means. No confusing jargon or ambiguous results.
Transparent Process
Real-time status tracking. You always know where your check stands. Candidates know what to expect. No black boxes.
Our Commitment to Candidates
Background checks affect real people. We don’t forget that.
Respect & Dignity
Candidates aren’t just data points. They’re people with families, careers, and futures at stake. We design our candidate experience with respect and dignity at the center.
- ✓Clear communication about what’s happening
- ✓Mobile-friendly, easy forms
- ✓Access to their own reports
- ✓Right to dispute inaccuracies
Fair Process
Background checks should be one input into a hiring decision, not an automatic disqualifier. We build tools that support individualized assessment as EEOC guidance recommends.
- ✓Adverse action workflow with waiting periods
- ✓Opportunity to explain circumstances
- ✓Support for fair chance hiring
- ✓Conviction vs. arrest distinction
Our Impact
The difference we’re making.
50,000+
Businesses trust us for their screening needs
10M+
Background checks completed accurately
40%
Faster time-to-hire for customers
$0
Setup fees charged — ever
Building a Safer, More Transparent World
The bigger picture.
BackgroundChecker.com was founded on the belief that better background screening improves outcomes for everyone:
For Employers
Better hires, lower turnover, reduced liability, and protected workplaces.
For Candidates
Fair treatment, clear processes, and the ability to correct errors.
For Society
Safer communities, reduced fraud, and increased accountability.
How We Live Our Mission
Mission isn’t just words — it’s action.
📚 Education
We publish free guides, webinars, and resources to help HR professionals and landlords understand compliance and best practices — whether they’re our customers or not.
🤝 Fair Chance Support
We actively support fair chance hiring initiatives and build tools that help employers consider candidates holistically, not just their criminal record.
🔧 Continuous Improvement
We constantly improve our matching algorithms, expand our data sources, and refine our processes to deliver better accuracy and fewer false positives.
Leadership Committed to Our Mission
Our team brings decades of experience in background screening and HR technology.
Industry Expertise
Our leadership team includes veterans of the background screening industry who understand both the technology and the human impact of what we do.
We’ve seen what legacy providers get wrong. We’ve experienced the frustration of slow results, hidden fees, and compliance gaps. We built BackgroundChecker.com to do better.
Mission-Driven Culture
Every team member — from engineering to customer support — understands that our work affects real people’s lives. That responsibility shapes how we build, how we support, and how we grow.
We hire people who care about fairness, accuracy, and doing right by both our customers and the candidates they screen.
What Our Customers Say
How our mission translates to real-world impact.
“Finally, a background check company that actually cares about getting it right. The accuracy is excellent and the compliance tools give us peace of mind.”
“The transparent pricing was refreshing. No surprise fees, no hidden costs. We knew exactly what we were paying before we started.”
“As a small business, we couldn’t afford the enterprise providers. BackgroundChecker.com gave us enterprise quality without the enterprise price tag.”
Questions About Our Mission
Understanding what drives us.
What makes BackgroundChecker.com different?
We combine modern technology with a mission-driven approach. That means fast results, transparent pricing, built-in compliance, and a commitment to fairness for both employers and candidates. We don’t just process checks — we help build trust.
How do you support fair chance hiring?
We build tools that support individualized assessment as EEOC recommends. Our adverse action workflows include proper waiting periods. We distinguish between convictions and arrests. And we make it easy to document the factors considered in each decision.
Why is accessibility important to you?
We believe that every business deserves access to quality screening — not just enterprises with big budgets. That’s why we have no setup fees, no minimums, and no contracts. A 5-person startup gets the same platform as a Fortune 500 company.
How do you ensure accuracy?
Accuracy comes from quality data, smart technology, and human oversight. We use multiple verified sources, sophisticated matching algorithms, and trained researchers to review flagged results. Our 99.8% accuracy rate reflects this commitment.
What do you do with candidate data?
We protect it. We’re SOC 2 Type II certified, use encryption everywhere, and have strict access controls. We never sell personal data. We retain it only as long as required by law and customer needs, then securely delete it.
How can I learn more about your approach?
Visit our resource center for free guides on compliance, best practices, and fair hiring. Or contact us to speak with someone who can answer your specific questions.
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