Identity Checks
Rapidly verify candidate identity to prevent fraud and secure the top talent on the market.
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Why conduct an identity check?
Identity checks tell you whether your candidate is really who they say they are. With a thorough identity check, you can protect your business from fraud or misrepresentation and gain complete visibility on the information you need to make smarter hiring decisions.
We accept and verify over 8,000 different document types
Zinc helps you stay informed and avoid costly mistakes in the hiring process. Gain full visibility on identity check data with our easy-to-use platform.
Fully compliant background checks in 195 countries
Our innovative platform provides complete visibility on international identity data. We use best-in-class IDV technology for the highest successful pass rates in the industry – supporting confident hiring wherever your candidates are based.
Fast and efficient verification
Zinc provides fast chat response times for any issues candidates may face.
How it works
Our simple process makes a great first impression:
Candidates upload an identity document such as a government ID, passport or driving licence.
Candidates take a selfie to verify the identity document.
Zinc integrates with Onfido to quickly validate identity documentation.
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FAQs
Find answers to common questions about our employment identity checks and processes.
Zinc verifies a candidate's identity by cross-referencing their provided information, such as name, date of birth, and other identifying data, against reliable and authoritative sources. Our system also checks government-issued IDs, ensuring the candidate's identity is genuine and accurate.
In most instances, results are available within a few business hours. However, the turnaround time for receiving identity verification may vary on a candidate-by-candidate basis.
Yes, our employee background screening software can integrate with your existing ATS or HRIS platforms. We currently integrate with over 14 ATS platforms such as Greenhouse, SmartRecruiters, and Workable, for seamless processing of education checks. Find our full list of integrations here.
Loved by the customers and candidates
Philip Stephens
People Operations Specialist
Claire Jackson
Compliance Coordinator
Marlen Gfrörer
Staff Onboarding
Alex Pazik
Safeguarding Manager
Craig McElroy
Talent Acquisition Manager
Smitha Sanjeev
People Operations
Swetha Sundaram
Head of HR
