Certn's Softcheck provides a comprehensive public records search, enabling employers to quickly identify potential red flags or greenlight hires. This service scans thousands of international data sources to uncover potential illegal behavior, incidents of fraud, regulatory violations, and negative media information. It also includes searches of country sanction lists, politically exposed persons lists, sex offender registries, terrorist registries, and most wanted lists from around the world. By cross-referencing a candidate's name against these global databases, Certn helps organizations build a safe and trustworthy workforce, mitigating risks related to workplace safety, compliance, and financial liabilities, particularly for high seniority roles or global hiring initiatives. The platform is designed for ease of use, with no setup fees or minimums. The process is streamlined: employers select the necessary checks, candidates complete the verification online via a secure, encrypted link, and a detailed, consolidated report is instantly generated for review. While results are often available in minutes, or even instantly if clear, some cases requiring further verification may take a few days. Certn also emphasizes compliance, offering automated tools like built-in consent forms and expert guidance to navigate regional and industry laws. This service is not available for US candidates.

Features & Benefits

• Global Public Records Search
  • Searches thousands of international data sources to identify potential illegal behavior, fraud, regulatory violations, and negative media.
  • Fraud Searches (theft, embezzlement, scams, insider trading)
  • Negative Press (news, forums, open sources)
  • Global Sanctions (BIS, OFAC)
  • Court Records (crimes against person/property, statutory crimes)
  • Sex Offender Registries (domestic and international)
  • Terrorist Registries (international anti-terrorist watchlists)
• Instant Turnaround Times
  • Delivers public records search results in minutes, often instantly if clear, significantly speeding up the hiring process.
• Simplified Candidate Experience
  • Candidates complete checks online via a secure, encrypted link, with a mobile-friendly interface.
• Comprehensive Reporting
  • Consolidates results into a detailed verification report available instantly in the Certn client dashboard.
• Streamlined Background Checks at Scale
  • Integrates Certn’s global API with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to simplify hiring workflows for organizations of all sizes.
• Automated Compliance
  • Provides automated compliance tools, including built-in consent forms, to help navigate regional and industry laws with ease.
• Top-Rated Usability and Support
  • Offers an intuitive, mobile-friendly online experience complemented by in-region support.