Mobile-friendly platform where candidates enter their own information and provide e-signature consent from a phone or tablet. Eliminates paper forms, reduces data entry errors, and accelerates verification by putting control in the candidate's hands.
30+ years experienceFCRA-compliant100% U.S.-based support
Dependable screening for safer hiring
ClearStar delivers FCRA-compliant background checks, drug testing, and identity verification backed by over 30 years of proven screening expertise. Make confident hiring decisions with technology built for speed and security.
Try 3 months of background screening free, including all surcharges.
What it does
Four products built for secure, fast hiring
Each tool targets a specific screening bottleneck so your team moves faster without cutting corners on compliance.
ScreenMeNow
Mobile-friendly platform where candidates enter their own information and provide e-signature consent from a phone or tablet. Eliminates paper forms, reduces data entry errors, and accelerates verification by putting control in the candidate's hands.
ClearMD
Digital drug and clinical test ordering with electronic chain-of-custody forms, automated collection site selection based on candidate location, real-time status updates, and integrated MRO services. Replaces paper-based processes entirely.
ClearID
On-the-spot ID validation and facial recognition for contract worker verification. Captures and authenticates government-issued IDs, performs tamper detection, extracts biographic data, and matches the ID photo against a live selfie.
SmartScreen
Instant FCRA-governed criminal screening powered by Equifax data networks. Checks incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries. Delivers results in seconds with flat-rate pricing. Available in the United States only.
How it works
From request to compliant report in four steps
A clear path from first step to measurable outcome.
Initiate screening
Send a screening request through your HRIS or ATS. ClearStar integrates with all major HR systems to eliminate manual data transfer and operational errors.
Candidate completes on mobile
Candidates receive a link to ScreenMeNow, enter their information, and provide e-signature consent from any smartphone or tablet. No paper, no faxing, no delays.
Verify identity and run checks
ClearID validates the candidate's government ID with facial recognition. SmartScreen searches 185M+ incarceration records for instant criminal results. ClearMD manages any required drug or clinical testing through a network of 15,000+ collection sites.
Receive compliant reports
Get FCRA-governed consumer reports with full audit trails. Industry-specific packages ensure you meet FCRA, OIG, FACIS, EEOC, and state requirements for your sector.
30+Years of screening expertise
185M+Incarceration records searched
15,000+Drug testing collection sites
1,900+Jails covered for criminal screening
Good to know
Common questions about ClearStar screening
What services does ClearStar offer for employment screening?+
ClearStar offers 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. The platform integrates into all major HRIS systems to speed up hiring and eliminate operational errors.
How does ScreenMeNow improve the background screening process?+
ScreenMeNow lets candidates enter their information and provide e-signature consent directly from mobile devices. This eliminates paper forms, reduces data entry errors, and speeds up verification by guiding applicants through each step with an intuitive interface.
What industries does ClearStar serve?+
ClearStar serves Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Hospitality, Manufacturing and Technology, Non-Profits, Retail, Staffing and Recruiting, Tenant Screening, and Transportation. Each industry solution addresses the unique compliance requirements and screening needs specific to that sector.
How does ClearMD handle drug and clinical testing?+
ClearMD digitizes the entire testing workflow with electronic chain-of-custody forms, automated collection site selection based on candidate location, real-time status updates, integrated MRO services, and customizable testing panels. It eliminates paper-based processes and reduces administrative overhead.
What is ClearID and how does it verify worker identities?+
ClearID uses on-the-spot ID validation and facial recognition to verify contract worker identities. It captures and authenticates government-issued IDs, performs tamper detection, extracts biographic data, and matches the ID photo against a live selfie, enhancing security in contractor management.
What is SmartScreen and where is it available?+
SmartScreen is ClearStar's instant criminal screening solution powered by Equifax data networks. It delivers FCRA-governed consumer reports in seconds by checking incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries. It features flat-rate pricing with no surprise surcharges. SmartScreen is available in the United States only.
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