30+ years in screeningFCRA-governed instant reports100% U.S.-based support

Background check results in seconds, not days

SmartScreen returns FCRA-governed criminal reports instantly, powered by 185M+ incarceration records. Flat-rate pricing, no state surcharge surprises.

Healthcare organizations: ask about our three months free screening program, all surcharges included.

SecondsTo FCRA-governed criminal report results with SmartScreen
185M+Incarceration records powering screening coverage
15,000+Sites in the nationwide drug testing network
30+Years of background screening experience

Capabilities

One platform for every screening need

From instant criminal checks to identity verification, ClearStar covers the full hiring workflow.

1.

SmartScreen instant criminal checks

The industry's first FCRA-governed instant consumer report. Checks incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries, and returns 'no records found' results in seconds. Available in the United States.

2.

ScreenMeNow mobile candidate experience

Candidates enter their information and provide e-signature consent right from their phone or tablet. No paper forms, fewer data entry errors, faster verification.

3.

ClearMD drug and clinical testing

Digitizes test ordering with electronic chain of custody forms, automated collection site selection, real-time status updates, integrated MRO services, and customizable testing panels.

4.

ClearID identity verification

On-the-spot ID document validation and facial recognition confirm contract workers are who they claim to be, with tamper detection and biographic data extraction.

5.

Industry-specific packages

Tailored screening for healthcare (OIG, FACIS, credentialing), aerospace and defense, manufacturing, transportation, retail, staffing, hospitality, and tenant screening.

6.

Integrations and APIs

Connects into all major HRIS and ATS systems to speed up hiring and eliminate operations errors, with APIs for custom workflows.

Versus the old way

See the difference speed makes

ClearStarTraditional screening
Criminal report results in seconds+×
Flat-rate pricing with no state surcharge surprises+×
Mobile candidate entry with e-signature consent+×
Electronic chain of custody for drug testing+×
Industry-specific compliance packages+×
100% U.S.-based support, including after-hours+×

How it works

From order to decision in three steps

A simple route from setup to steady output.

1.

Candidate submits on mobile

ScreenMeNow guides applicants through information entry and e-signature consent from any device, cutting drop-off and data entry errors.

2.

Screening runs across the data network

Checks sweep criminal records, incarceration and sex offender registries, employment, license, and education verifications, and exclusion lists.

3.

Results land in your HR stack

FCRA-governed reports arrive in seconds for instant checks, delivered straight into your ATS or HRIS so your team can decide without switching tools.

FAQ

Questions hiring teams ask

How fast are ClearStar's background check results?+

SmartScreen delivers FCRA-governed instant consumer reports in seconds, checking incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries, powered by 185M+ incarceration records. SmartScreen is available in the United States.

What services does ClearStar offer?+

Pre-employment background checks, drug and clinical testing, employee monitoring, access control, contractor screening, global background checks, social media screening, occupational health screening, and compliance and security services. ClearStar integrates into all major HRIS systems to speed up hiring and eliminate operations errors.

How does ScreenMeNow improve the candidate experience?+

Candidates enter their information and provide e-signature consent directly from their mobile devices. This eliminates paper forms, reduces data entry errors, and speeds up verification, which means fewer candidates abandon the process.

What industries does ClearStar serve?+

Aerospace and defense, healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing and technology, non-profits, retail, staffing and recruiting, tenant screening, and transportation. Each solution is tailored to that sector's unique compliance requirements.

Is there a trial for healthcare organizations?+

Yes. Healthcare prospects can try ClearStar with a three months free background screening program, with all surcharges included. Book a call to learn more.

How does ClearID verify contract worker identities?+

ClearID uses on-the-spot ID validation and facial recognition to confirm contract workers are who they claim to be, enhancing security and compliance in contractor management, especially in sensitive work environments.

Next step

Hire with confidence, starting with your next opening

See how instant, compliant screening fits your industry and your HR stack. Healthcare organizations can start with three months free, surcharges included.

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