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Background Checks

Criminal History Search

Verify guest identities and assess potential risks with comprehensive background screening solutions for property managers worldwide.

Criminal History Search

GlobalCheck

Our newest solution using open-source intelligence (OSINT) to verify identities and assess risks globally with minimal intrusion.

Criminal Background Check

Access comprehensive criminal history reports for US-based guests with detailed offense categorization and legal compliance.

Credit History

Verify financial reliability with credit history checks for guests in the USA and Canada through our Equifax integration.

Comprehensive Background Screening Solutions

Background Checks Overview

Autohost provides multiple types of background checks to help property managers verify guest identities and assess potential risks. Our suite of solutions includes:

  • GlobalCheck: Our newest solution using open-source intelligence to verify identities worldwide.

  • Criminal Background Check: Comprehensive criminal history reports for US-based guests.

  • Credit History: Financial reliability verification for guests in the USA and Canada.

Each solution is designed to provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions about guest bookings while maintaining compliance with relevant regulations.

GlobalCheck: Worldwide Verification

GlobalCheck Demo

Our newly introduced GlobalCheck is a powerful tool that utilizes open-source intelligence (OSINT) to authenticate individual details and identify potential risks globally.

Comprehensive Verification Suite:

  • Global Watchlist search
  • Adverse Media scan
  • Social Media validation
  • Email address validation
  • Phone number validation
  • Selfie match with social profile pictures

GlobalCheck provides a less intrusive process compared to traditional methods while ensuring effective cross-border identity verification. It’s designed to enhance security and trust while respecting individual privacy.

Criminal Background Check: Detailed Insights

Criminal Background Check Demo

Our Criminal Background Check service provides comprehensive insights into potential guests’ criminal history in the United States.

Detailed Offense Categories:

  • Violence & Threats Offenses
  • Property & Theft Offenses
  • Substance Abuse Offenses
  • Financial Offenses
  • Public Conduct Offenses
  • Justice System Offenses
  • Traffic Offenses
  • Watchlists
  • Registered Sex Offenders

All reports are fully compliant with Federal and State laws, including the Fair Credit Reporting Act and state-specific restrictions on reporting timeframes and record types.

Credit History: Financial Reliability

Credit History Demo

Our Credit History check helps you assess the financial reliability of potential guests in the USA and Canada through our integration with Equifax.

This verification provides insights into:

  • Credit standing and payment history
  • Financial responsibility indicators
  • Identity verification through financial records

Credit History checks are particularly valuable for longer-term stays or high-value properties where financial reliability is a key consideration.

All credit checks are performed in compliance with relevant financial regulations and privacy laws in the USA and Canada.

Easily integrate your tech stack with Autohost

Use Autohost to integrate the services you need via Web SDK, RESTful API, or our Hosted Verification Page. Alternatively, you can onboard users via a QR code or a link to the verification form without integrating Autohost at all. Don't worry about interruptions with 99.996% uptime.

Easily integrate your tech stack with Autohost

Frequently Asked Questions

1 Which background check solution should I use for international guests?

GlobalCheck is our recommended solution for international guests. It uses open-source intelligence (OSINT) to verify identities and assess risks globally, providing comprehensive verification through watchlist searches, adverse media scans, social media validation, and more.

2 Are background checks compliant with privacy laws?

Yes, all our background check solutions are designed with compliance in mind. Criminal Background Checks adhere to the Fair Credit Reporting Act and state-specific restrictions. GlobalCheck uses publicly available information, respecting privacy while providing effective verification. Our systems are regularly updated to maintain compliance with evolving regulations.

3 What information is included in a Criminal Background Check report?

Criminal Background Check reports include convictions and pending cases across multiple offense categories including violence, property, substance abuse, financial, public conduct, justice system, and traffic offenses. Reports also include watchlist records and sex offender registry information where applicable. The information is subject to federal and state reporting limitations.

4 How long does it take to receive background check results?

Results timing varies by check type. GlobalCheck typically returns results within minutes. Criminal Background Checks usually process within 24-48 hours, while Credit History checks often return results within hours. Processing times may vary based on data availability and verification complexity.

5 Can I customize which background checks to run on different guests?

Yes, Autohost allows you to customize your screening process based on your business rules, risk tolerance, and booking source. You can set different verification requirements for different property types, booking values, or guest origins to create a balanced approach to security and guest experience.

  • 190+

    countries covered by GlobalCheck

  • 7+

    offense categories tracked

  • 99%

    compliance with regional regulations

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