Get fast, accurate, and reliable background reports at industry-leading prices, with no contracts to sign and no order minimums to meet.
Ordering a background check is as simple as performing a Google search.
Enter the candidate's information or email them a secure link.
Our Quality Assurance (QA) team ensures accuracy and compliance before delivering the report.
Get the final report delivered directly to you by email, link, or fax.
Choose from our popular background check packages, order a la carte, or customize your own.
Fast database screening for entry-level and hourly hires
County and federal court searches for most roles
Full verification for management and senior hires
Our quality assurance team and automated technology ensure the highest accuracy in our reports. Identity details are verified before checkout to catch errors early.
Waiting several days to onboard a candidate due to slow background reports can disrupt business. That's why we provide the fastest turnaround time in the industry, delivering accurate results within hours.
Save money without compromising on quality. Every package is priced per report, so you only pay for the checks you order.
Always pay the same price regardless of order volume.
No hidden fees or surprises. Know exactly what you're paying for at checkout.
Build your own background check package, choose one of our existing options, or order a la carte. There are no contracts, monthly minimums, or hidden fees.
Combine any of our search options to create a tailored package to fit your screening needs.
Every one of our hundreds of search options can be ordered a la carte or combined into a custom package.
Connect your Human Resources Information or Applicant Tracking System with our platform for free, starting January 1, 2027. To make ordering even easier, we have direct API integrations and Joynd Portal Integrations with 30+ of the most popular HRIS and ATS platforms.
With over 400 search options available in the US and internationally, our customizable pre-employment screenings cover a wide range of records, verifications, drug tests, occupational health services, and more.
We have used 5 Star Background Checks for the last few years. Their background check service has been spot-on, timely, and affordable, and it provides the needed security so that all of our members can confidently refer each other. Should you engage 5 Star Background Checks' services, I have no doubt they will take great care of you as well.
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We recommend always searching county records, as they help find criminal court records such as felonies and misdemeanors. Because the majority of crimes in the U.S. are tried in county courts, these searches should be a baseline for all employee background checks. For those who are budget conscious, our Basic package covers the Nationwide Criminal Database and Sex Offender Registry searches. Standard adds County Criminal Records and Nationwide Federal Criminal Records. You can also view our packages page for industry-specific packages and ideas to help you choose the searches that fit the role and your hiring requirements.
There are no startup or account setup fees. New business accounts can typically be established in just a few minutes, allowing you to begin ordering background screening services quickly.
No. 5 Star Background Checks does not require monthly minimum orders. Clients can order as many or as few background checks as needed.
Once your account has been established, you can begin ordering background checks immediately through our secure online platform.
Many background screening searches are completed the same day or within 8–24 hours on average, helping employers make faster hiring decisions. Turnaround times may vary depending on the type of screening requested.
To initiate a background screening, provide the applicant's full legal name, Social Security Number, and date of birth. Motor vehicle record (MVR) searches also require the applicant's address and driver's license number. Employment Verification, Education Verification, and Professional License Verification require the relevant employer, school, or licensing information.
Yes. Multiple authorized users can access a single company account.
Yes. Completed reports can be viewed securely online and may also be delivered by email or fax based on your preferences.
Both options are available. 5 Star Background Checks offers bundled screening packages as well as individual a la carte background screening services, allowing employers to customize each screening based on their hiring needs.
Yes. Batch processing services are available for employers experiencing seasonal hiring or large applicant volumes.
Yes. 5 Star Background Checks offers a wide variety of drug testing options through Labcorp and EScreen, with solutions designed to meet different employer requirements.
Yes. Every client is assigned a dedicated customer service professional who provides personalized support and assistance throughout the background screening process.
A Nationwide Criminal Database Search and a County Criminal Records search are different searches. The multi-jurisdictional database compiles over 750 million records from over 800 sources, including state sex offender registries, U.S. government watch lists, prohibited parties lists, and departments of corrections. This database should not be the sole basis of a hiring decision, and County Criminal Records searches should accompany the nationwide search.
Yes, employers generally need to provide the required disclosure and consent forms to obtain written authorization before ordering an employment background check. When using our order with invitation option, the candidate receives an email containing the proper FCRA-compliant consent and disclosure. Follow the FCRA and applicable state and local rules for your hiring process. FCRA-compliant disclosure and consent forms are available upon request.
If a report may lead to an adverse hiring decision, follow the applicable FCRA adverse action steps and give the applicant the required notices and opportunity to respond. 5 Star Background Checks offers an FCRA-compliant adverse action workflow to support that process.
We currently offer API integrations with these HRIS and ATS platforms:
Don't see yours? Our API also connects to proprietary systems. Contact us for live support.
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