Background checks, %%reimagined%% for tech

Fast, secure background checks for tech companies, with automation at the core. Zinc helps you stay compliant, impress candidates, and hire at speed.

All your essential background checks under one roof

Trusted background screening software for over 2,500,000 hires and counting

No-cost integrations with 20+ HRISs and ATSs

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Tick every legal box

We’re ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certified, and can support your tech company with the background checks you need to achieve that all-important compliance certification.

Background checks that scale

Automated background checks that integrate with 20+ HR tools, perfect for scaling tech teams with no time for admin. Don’t see the one you want? Build your own workflow with Zinc’s open API at no cost.

Win candidates from day one

Make a lasting impression (for the right reasons) with branded design, an easy-to-use platform, and an experience so fast it leaves your competitors in the dust.

You’re building something %%great%%. Zinc helps %%protect%% it.

Comprehensive checks, seamless integrations, and deep industry expertise.

Your security? Our priority

Manual background checks can pass candidate data across dozens of desks, leading to inefficiencies and costly slip-ups. Zinc’s automated process means you get secure results, faster. Plus, Zinc’s platform has 99.999% uptime, no data breaches (ever), and enterprise-grade security, so you can scale with confidence.

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Tailored checks for teams that don’t fit a template

Every company has its own standards, pressures, and risks. We get it – and tailor check packages to your organisation with flexible options like Pay As You Grow. Plus, our team is always on hand to advise on relevant legislation and regulatory requirements. Just reach out to your account manager or send us a live chat.

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We’re the experts, so you don’t have to be

Zinc takes compliance off your plate: chasing checks, tracking progress, and keeping you audit-ready without stress. You’ll always know where candidates are in the process, and we promise to never leave you in the dark.

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3

days

Average turnaround time.

90

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Saved per candidate.

9.2

/10

Average candidate rating.

One less thing to worry about

Real voices from tech innovators, plus independent ratings from verified G2 reviewers.

“In terms of time saved it’s priceless, I am extremely happy. It’s not just time and space back in my calendar but also my inbox! The implementations and the follow up sessions have been a great experience and very beneficial.”

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Ashton Tull-Bent

HR Delivery Specialist @ Patchwork

"Zinc will flag if something’s not quite right. It meets both criteria: you’ve got the candidate experience side, with seamless onboarding. But from Numan’s side, it’s still really compliant."

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Sophie West

People Operations Manager @ Numan

“With Zinc handling our background checks, we have full confidence in the process. We know everything is being tracked, and we’ll be alerted right away if anything needs our attention.”

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Pepa Manchon

People Operations @ Pleo

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Background checks for tech companies

ISO 27001-aligned checks for UK hires, global engineers, and senior leadership. Built to scale with your team.

You know what good tech looks like. Come take a peek at ours.

Our team is great at background checks, and even better at actual conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about background checks for tech companies.

Can Zinc handle scaling business?

Zinc was built for scaling businesses — we’re on the growth journey, too. Whether you’re hiring a little or a lot, we can help.

If you’re hiring more than 50 employees a year, book a call with our team to talk about tailored options for your company size, industry, and hiring goals.

If you’re hiring less than 50 employees a year, our Pay As You Grow (PAYG) account is the perfect option. You’ll have total flexibility over what checks you send, and can scale up or down based on your hiring volumes. We’ll only charge you for the checks you actually use, and there are never any hidden fees.

No matter what option you choose, you’ll always have access to live chat, email support, and no-cost integrations.

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Does Zinc integrate with our existing HR tech stack?

Zinc integrates with all major ATS and HRIS systems at no cost, including Workday, Greenhouse, iCIMS, Pinpoint, and more. Our integrations are easy to set up in minutes, and most don’t require any tech support (but we’re always here if you have questions).

With Zinc’s integrations, you can send checks and view results directly from your ATS or HRIS. Whether you’re building custom packages or bringing all your employee info under one roof, Zinc is designed to help streamline your workflows and save admin time.

All of our integrations are designed with compliance in mind, so you can be confident that your data is always safe and secure.

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Is Zinc secure?

Absolutely. Zinc is both ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certified, ensuring enterprise-grade data security, and GDPR compliance.

We use best-in-class data storage and encryption techniques to meet global requirements, and have strict protocols in place to protect your candidate’s personal information. Whether it’s adjustable user-access levels to suit your business, secure access to reports, or SSO options, security is a priority in our tech.

It’s a priority for our people, too. With over 5% of our company headcount dedicated to legal, compliance, and data security — compared to an industry average of 1% — we’re here to provide up-to-date info on ever-shifting compliance requirements so you can avoid costly errors.

Learn more about data security with Zinc

Can Zinc support global hiring?

Yes. Zinc’s checks automatically adapt to local regulations across 195 countries, ensuring a standardised global process.

Our platform simplifies international hiring with digital RTW, criminal, education, and employment verification, reducing risk for remote teams and ensuring you’re always on the right side of local data privacy laws. Our faster-than-average turnaround times mean that you’re not waiting for checks, and real-time updates keep global teams on the same page.