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What is Checkr?

Checkr in San Francisco offers their artifical intelligence-driven technology platform for surfacing legally compliant and relevant employee background and identity information.

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9 out of 10
January 12, 2023
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We use Checkr to perform BGV and also have built a custom solution to see the inputs added on Checkr on our internal in-house tool. The …
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Checkr in San Francisco offers their artifical intelligence-driven technology platform for surfacing legally compliant and relevant employee background and identity information.

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Checkr in San Francisco offers their artifical intelligence-driven technology platform for surfacing legally compliant and relevant employee background and identity information.

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Checkr is a powerful tool that has become our go-to solution for conducting thorough background checks on potential employees. By utilizing Checkr, we can ensure that we are not sending violent offenders to our clients' homes and maintain the safety and security of our customers. The comprehensive nature of the background checks provided by Checkr, which include offense types, dates, and severity, allows us to make informed decisions about the suitability of candidates for our company. In addition to keeping our clients safe, Checkr also helps us comply with licensure requirements, giving our clients peace of mind knowing that we are sending vetted employees to work in their homes.

One of the key benefits of using Checkr is its integration capabilities. It seamlessly integrates with our HRIS, Rippling, streamlining the onboarding process and automating background checks as employees join our organization. This automation has not only saved us countless man-hours but also made it easier for us to follow up with candidates and references. The speed and efficiency of the background check process with Checkr have been remarkable, except for candidates living in rural areas who may require additional time to provide necessary documents. Overall, the convenience, thoroughness, and cost-effectiveness of Checkr have made it an indispensable tool in ensuring risk mitigation and compliance in our industry.

User-Friendly Interface: Users have consistently praised Checkr for its user-friendly interface, which has made it easy for both administrators and job candidates to navigate the platform. The intuitive design and layout have been appreciated by many reviewers, allowing them to efficiently perform background checks without any confusion or difficulty.

Efficient Automation: Many users have expressed their satisfaction with Checkr's automated background check process. This feature has saved them significant time and streamlined their hiring process, as they no longer need to manually handle each step of the screening procedure. The automation capabilities provided by Checkr have proven to be a valuable asset for businesses looking to optimize their recruitment efforts.

Responsive Customer Service: Reviewers frequently mention the exceptional customer service provided by Checkr. Users appreciate the helpfulness, responsiveness, and quick assistance offered by the support team when faced with questions or issues. This reliable customer service not only ensures a smooth experience but also gives users confidence in using Checkr as their background check provider.

Difficulties with Support: Some users have found it challenging to receive the support they need when encountering issues with Checkr. They have expressed frustration at the lack of responsiveness from the account manager and slow response times from Checkr's support team.

Integration Glitches: There have been reports of occasional glitches in the integration of Checkr, which can be frustrating for users. These technical issues disrupt their workflow and may require extra time and effort to resolve.

Lack of Customization Options: Several users feel that customization options within Checkr are limited. While this may be influenced by regulatory constraints, some users desire more flexibility in tailoring the platform to meet their specific needs.

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Score 5 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to run all of our candidates background checks during on-boarding. Checkr assisted with automation as it Integrates with our ATS and HRIS. Once a candidate signs their offer via our ATS Checkr will auto run the applicable BG check and the candidates details will become visible in our HRIS for on-boarding.
  • Easy user experience
  • Integrates with our HRIS
  • Integrates with our ATS
  • Allows Candidates to provide clarification as needed
  • Customer Service response time
  • Pricing keeps increasing
  • Timing of background checks returning
When it comes to background checks Checkr gets the job done! Checkr offers many different packages as well as package customization which is great. The integrations are awesome when it comes to setting up workflows and automating on-boarding. With some time and research however you could surely find a cheaper solution that does the same out there.
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Checkr is our primary source of background checking for any employees who report having a criminal record. This ensures that we do not send violent offenders to the homes we complete projects on for our clients. Background checks are indepth and indicate offense types, dates, severity, etc. This is one of our greatest assets for determining whether or not a candidate is an appropriate fit for our company.
  • background checks
  • detailed descriptions
  • matched details
  • I enjoy Checkr as is.
When applicants report a criminal history, we use Checkr to research the specifics on their criminal background, aiding us in decision making on whether or not a candidate is appropriate for our company. Since we send our employees to clients' homes, it is vital that we do not have any employees with offenses against children, or in general violent offenses.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We are a staffing firm and we use Checkr to complete background verification requirements for potential candidates for our clients. Background checks are a critical part of our business and Checkr has been phenomenally good at helping us do that. It is really easy to order background checks, all it takes is a few clicks. The turnaround time on these is really quick as well. And we have had no complaints come up as far as accuracy is concerned. Best of all, it integrates with our Applicant tracking system.
  • Really easy to use.
  • It can do a lot of different type of background verifications
  • Fast turn around time.
  • Its always accurate
  • Integrates really well with our ATS.
  • The email that goes out to our candidates sometimes ends up in Spam/Junk so email deliverability could be better.
I can recommend Checkr to pretty much anyone looking to do background verifications, their pricing is certainly flexible enough to accommodate most requirements. The only scenario where it might not be a good fit for you is if you need a LOT of detail in your verification reports. Checkr is usually pretty succinct in its verification.
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to run background screens for new hires. We were looking for a platform that seamlessly works with our HRIS and has a straightforward product offering and user interface. Checkr hits the mark on all counts.
  • Integrates seamlessly with Rippling
  • Easy to understand product line of screening options that are cost effective
  • User interface for both the admin and job candidate is very straightforward
  • I have used multiple screening vendors over the course of my career and Checkr is by far the best.
  • I frequently misspell their name - dropping the second "C"...
  • I really wouldn't change anything. I like their platform.
Human Resources departments are typically thin, and HR professionals tend to seize every opportunity we have to streamline onboarding processes. Checkr is very easy to use and produces quality results quickly and cost effectively.
January 12, 2023

great experience

Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to perform BGV and also have built a custom solution to see the inputs added on Checkr on our internal in-house tool. The employee/new hire experience is also very smooth after we transitioned to Checker as everything before that was absolutely manual - we used to spend many hours a day processing the same for our new hires/employees
  • The ETA calculation to predict when screening will complete for each background check report is good
  • The SSO is a huge plus point and helps us to seamlessly login
  • the chrome extension comes in super handy to add and update information
  • the Background Screening tailored for various regions save a lot of time in formulating the same especially if your company is spread across multiple regions
  • when a background check is pending due to an outside cause, the estimated time doesn't always get updated. but their support is super responsive and helpful
  • its slightly expensive
  • occasionally the tool goes down for sometime
Checkr is streamlining and automating the background check process, which is a tremendous benefit for a small HR team who typically doesn't have the bandwidth to manually conduct education verifications or criminal searches, but hires in a massive scale. Checkr nicely integrates with my ATS, Payroll, and security monitoring platform for SOC 2 compliance, making things more efficient, especially with a small HR team. Ordering background checks takes only a couple of clicks.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to perform background checks for all applicants, once a conditional offer has been extended. It is integrated with our HRIS. It is a seamless part of our recruiting and onboarding process. This helps us review any flags that may need to be addressed with a candidate. Checkr offers a few different levels of background screens so we can request a more in-depth report for certain positions.
  • User friendly process
  • Quick turnaround time
  • Good customer service
  • Provide simpler option to send candidates a reminder
Checkr is a great, efficient background check vendor. We have a simple process and it meets our needs perfectly. Checkr offers a few different levels of background screens so we can request a more in-depth report for certain positions. For example, run a credit check for candidates for business Office/Accounting positions.
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to conduct both criminal background checks and employment verification. We used to do all of this internally, and since switching to Checkr it has freed up a tremendous amount of time that we can use to focus on other onboarding tasks. We use this service both when hiring direct employees, as well as when we hire on contract employees that come to us from a staffing service.
  • Results layout is clear and concise
  • Easy to follow results
  • Results back quickly
  • More options as far a state-wide or national checks
It is great for a smaller company that would like to be able to review results prior to hiring on candidates. It has been great for us especially in saving time that was previously spent on conducting background checks and employment verification. It's also great if a company wants to hire someone in quickly, and don't want to wait several days for results to come back. May be well-suited for larger companies (unless they have a dedicated team that reviews the results), or for companies that need a much more in-depth background check or employment verification.
January 11, 2023

Speedy Background Checks

Teresa Deroba | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr for background use. Once a candidate is offered a position within our organization and they sign the offer, background (Checkr) is triggered. The background process is very quick unless the candidate lived in a rural area. Therefore, may take additional time getting the documents needed to clear them.
  • Quick background checks
  • Clearly identifies what may be the hold up during a background
  • Notifies you once the background is complete
  • For rural areas, it would be nice for the process to go a little quicker
I have worked many places where a background check takes a minimum of 10 days. Overall, Checkr has been my favorite. They are quick and easy. The functionality just makes sense for the product.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We provide in-home care for the aging and disable population. Using Checkr allows us to comply with licensure minimums as well as provide our clients with a sense of security knowing we are sending vetted employees to work in their home.
  • Quick results.
  • Easy to read dashboard.
  • It can be difficult to get support when you do have an issue.
  • Account manager is not as attentive as we would like.
Checkr is integrated with our HRIS which allows for a seamless onboarding experience, this is a huge factor in the ease of launching background checks. The ability to order different types of packages based on our needs (sometimes we need teh MVR, sometimes we don't) is also a great feature. We like being able to drill down on the full report and see where there may be hang ups when they occur.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We require ALL employees to undergo an annual background check. We use this information to determine if the individual is eligible for employment with our company.
  • Look at numerous areas of a candidates background
  • Very quick with the detailed information
  • Customer service is wonderful and quick to respond to questions/problems
  • I would love to be able to run checks on minors through this platform. We have to use a different system for all minors
Again, their Customer Service is great! We had a candidate come back with some information that made them not hirable. After the "adverse action" information was sent to the candidate, he responded to Checkr with some new information. Unfortunately, it was not yet in the court system - but Checkr did an automatic "Recheck". This all happened within a 24 hour period.

Back to the Minors. When I receive information from the managers of my company, I have to information to show that the individual is a minor or not. It would be nice to get an email from Checkr that a minor tried to complete the report or better yet, for them to be able to run checks on minors.
Score 6 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
I use Checkr to run background checks on all of our candidates. It currenlty connects to our HRIS system, Rippling.
  • easy process to send requests to candidate & run background checks
  • background packages are fairly comprehensive
  • friendly customer service
  • the ability to run bulk background checks (especially helpful for staff agencies!)
  • connects seamlessly to our hiring system
  • website interface is a little outdated
  • no live chat feature
  • extensive clearance process just to run credit checks (requires tour of office)
As a staffing agency, we often have a sizeable amount of candidates (25-75) starting on an assignment at one time. Checkr has the ability to run background checks for those candidates in bulk, which is a huge timesaver for us! This was the main reason we switched over. It's also great that our hiring system (Rippling) connects seamlessly to Checkr, if we are hiring a one-off candidate.
Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We have been using checks for a bit more than 2 years now. We have used other products in the best with clients such as franchise background checks which has been nice and simple to use but Checkr seems to meet that same convenience as well as offer more thorough searches. We miss the rates we had with other background check services but feel their services are still worth it with Checkr.
  • User Interface
  • Pricing
  • Convenience
  • Improve mobile reliability. Sometimes crashes.
I cannot really think of any scenario where Checkr could not be used. It gets the job done across a diverse range of roles. The results are brought in at an acceptable speed at the least and often a great speed. Support has been great whenever we have need them as well.
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr for all of our new hire background checks and MVR screenings. Checkr allows us to do both for every new hire, without all of the tedious manual involvement.
  • Automate Screenings
  • Notification of Results
  • Manual follow ups for employees that are missing documentation, lack of multiple reminders.
Well suited for large # of employees and automating the process. Does become a little hassle if multiple employees do not have valid documentation provided. It will only give 1 reminder to you and the employee, not multiple as desired.
Score 7 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to run background checks for people based in the United States in the last step of the hiring process.
Checkr offers multiple levels of background check at relatively accesible prices. It is extremely easy to use with the integration on our platform, since everything is connected.

You receive a report once Checkr has finalized the background check.

Checkr is connected through an API to our hiring system, Workable.
  • API integration with Workable
  • Multiple background check levels
  • Easy to use for all employees involved in the hiring process (not only admin)
  • Accessible pricing
  • Running background checks for international candidates
  • Running automatic background checks for people that has lived in multiple states and countries
  • Explanation from where are they getting the information provided for each candidate
If you are thinking about hiring US citizens, this is an incredible took that will run the required background checks to make sure you are hiring someone you can trust.

Checkr will give you a detailed report based on the level you select. The basic one includes all the basic information you need to make a hiring decision.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr to do background checks on the employees we hire within our company. This is a great platform to do quick and easy background checks, which are required as part of our hiring process. Having the ability to safely and securely do these background checks is key for our business.
  • Secure background checks
  • Quick and efficient
  • Detailed reports
  • Has crashed at times when using platform
  • While the platform works, it can be basic and generic with info at times
  • Can be difficult to contact customer service if an issue
Doing the background checks we need, we have not run into any major issues with the platform. It is a great tool and seems to get our reports in a timely manner.

My only issue would be with the platform being newer, it seems like it could offer more options for users. Plus, the customer service was slow when we needed to call to address an issue, but the issue was resolved when they did pick up.
Score 9 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
After an offer letter is signed, we conduct background checks on all employees. Checkr integrates with our HRIS, Rippling, so checks are initiated as an employee is onboarding. It's very smooth.

It's important to us to hire individuals without problems with drugs or alcohol since they're operating very dangerous and heavy machinery. Checkr helps calm our fears a bit.
  • Thorough checks
  • Integrations with our HRIS
  • User friendly UI
  • Checks can take a long time (range from 2 hours to one week)
  • Sometimes there are glitches with the integration.
  • Checkr Support can be a bit slow to get back to you
  • There are occasional outages in their platform.
The integration is nice, things go automatic, and background checks are thorough.

The integration helps give us more time in our day because background checks are initiated as the employee completes their onboarding. It requires no work from us, unless an invitation expires or they never onboard.

There are lots of details in the background checks, which helps us get clear answers.
October 26, 2021

Great Partnership

Score 8 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Used to screen workers who apply to utilize our platform to find work. Helps us scale our recruiting efforts
  • Automation of BG check process
  • Candidate communication/support
  • Product enhancements
  • Work on lowering BG check fees in high cost states (i.e. NY)
  • Resist the temptation to inject politics into discussions regarding new products - - very bad taste in my mouth from some comments made by a member of the expungement product team during her pitch. The comments were politically charged and unnecessary. Happy to provide more detail if necessary
Checkr is well suited to handle high volumes of background checks; serves gig economy well
October 12, 2021

Check out Checkr

Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr for running background checks on our large volunteer base across the organization. So much of our programming is filled by volunteers it gives us an additional tool to safeguard our people and property. Previous background check companies were cost prohibitive, inconvenient for the person being background checked or provided delayed results. Checkr has addressed each of those concerns in a budget-friendly, streamlined and efficient background check process.
  • Cost effective
  • Easy to use
  • Efficient and quick results
  • None
The ease of use in the volunteer space is outstanding. Volunteers simply respond to a quick e-mail with limited information to safely and securely start their background check process. Results are quickly delivered back to our organization to review and engage with potential volunteers. It's really nice having a comprehensive background check at this price point and convenience.
Mark Wampler | TrustRadius Reviewer
Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
We use Checkr across our whole organization to run background checks on our employees and volunteers. We had a very manual process prior to implementing CheckR with our database software. We saved hundreds of man-hours by automating our background check process. This has freed up our staff to actually follow up with the people we are researching and the references they leave us much easier than before, as they have time to do other tasks.
  • Automation of the background check process
  • Quality of background checks
  • Ease of use
  • We do not store Social Security information about our users; Checkr handles all of that.
  • Customization of some things can be a little lack, but that is more of a regulation issue not a company issue.
They have been a pleasure to work with for running background checks for our Church on our volunteers and staff members. Once we got it setup we have had very few, if any, issues with the integration and process. It just works.
September 28, 2020

Checkr Checks out!

Score 10 out of 10
Vetted Review
Verified User
Incentivized
Checkr is used to background check our contractors. It allows us to set the bar in our industry for risk mitigation and compliance. Checkr also gave us automation to improve efficiency in onboarding and best in class resources and platform training for our employees. Productivity is simple and streamlined with the easy to use dashboard.
  • The analytics section in the dashboard allows you to sort by geography and date so you fully understand where and when your applicants are applying.
  • The training resources available to employees make sure that we are fully compliant.
  • The dedicated account manager helps us through all hurdles.
  • The analytics section is not fully customizable and some data has to be retrieved manually.
Checkr is great for gig economy platforms and other contractor type work scenarios. It's also amazing for companies that are hiring nationwide, as you get advanced information in their geography section of analytics.
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