Social Media Background Checks: Insights for Smarter Hiring

Social media background checks provide critical insights into a candidate’s public online activity, helping employers identify potential threats and maintain workplace integrity. Our service helps you make informed hiring decisions while ensuring compliance.

social media app icons displayed on a smartphone screen inside a blue circle with a checkmark

Platforms We Search

We can search Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok, Tumblr, Foursquare, Pinterest, Strava, and conduct a robust Google search.

Comprehensive Online Screening

Analyze publicly available content across multiple social media platforms to identify potential risks associated with a candidate’s digital presence.

Tech-Powered & Human-Verified Analysis

Combines advanced technology with three layers of expert human review to ensure accuracy, minimize bias, and deliver reliable results.

Customizable Risk Filters

Tailor screening criteria to your organization’s needs by selecting from multiple adverse content categories, including threats, illegal activity, and discriminatory language.

group of smiling colleagues standing together holding clipboards and notebooks

Enhance Workplace Safety & Culture

By identifying potential red flags in online behavior, you can proactively protect your workforce and maintain a positive company culture free from risks like harassment, discrimination, or threats.

wooden judges gavel resting on legal documents on a desk

Ensure Compliance & Reduce Liability

Our reports adhere to Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) guidelines and exclude content older than seven years, reducing legal risks while providing valuable insights into a candidate’s public online activity.

Smarter Hiring Decisions
Safeguard Your Workplace with Social Media Insights

Online behavior can reveal risks that traditional background checks miss. With our social media screening service, you gain deeper insights into a candidate's digital footprint—helping you build a safer, more compliant workforce.

digital checklist icon highlighted with a green checkmark being selected by a hand

Seamless Integration with Background Screening

Receive social media insights directly within Cisive’s background reports, eliminating the need for separate processes and ensuring a streamlined hiring workflow.

abstract digital lines of neon blue and pink light streaming across a futuristic surface

Fast & Reliable Results

With an average turnaround time of 2-3 business days, you get timely insights that help you make informed hiring decisions without slowing down recruitment.

Trusted by industry leaders

synchrony logo
JB Hunt Logo
Somatus Logo
Werner Logo
Endeavor Logo
Comcast Logo
Kraft Heinz Logo
synchrony logo
JB Hunt Logo
Somatus Logo
Werner Logo
Endeavor Logo
Comcast Logo
Kraft Heinz Logo

The proof is in the stats

99.9994%

Background check accuracy, always the best in the industry

31.8%

Average time-to-fill reduction

78%

Of criminal searches closed within 1 hour

TOP 5

Global background screening provider

Background gradient
Picture of a woman smiling as she scrolls through her computer
Multiply your talent with our background check services
"My case manager really does a great job assisting me with all my cases. Whether it's receiving status updates or clearing cases; she always gets back to me on time."

N. Shanta W.

Comcast

5

5 stars
Headshot of a man in glasses and a suit and tie smiling
Get screening & compliance excellent
"My client account manager is a FIVE-STAR employee and someone you can be very proud to have on your team."

Ronald C.

HealthTrust PG

5

5 stars
Woman with glasses and sweater laughing with others
Elevate your talent & your workforce
"Words cannot express how grateful I am to have you as a resource. Cisive literally made my job easier and it's always an ABSOLUTE pleasure, you truly provide first-class service!"

Jasmyne P.

FPL

4.5

4.5 stars
Ready to get started?

Book time with one of our screening experts to learn how we can streamline your process.

Speak to an expert
Digital interface illustrations showing screening and hiring processes Professional woman illustration
Awards & certificates
HRO Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings Pre-employment Screening CIO Review: Company of the Year Banking Top 10: CIO RegTech Outlook Solution Providers PBSA AICPA SOC