Checkmate
Checkmate
About Checkmate
Checkmate is an automated online reference checking software that collects and verifies employee reference information. Features include automated alerts for reference requests, identity checking using LinkedIn, custom branding of the Checkmate platform and fraudulent reference prevention.
Checkmate contains a catalog of reference check template questions to choose from. Alternatively, recruiters and hiring managers can create their own role specific questions for each candidate. Checkmate uses an Intelligent Questionnaire (IQ) functionality to gather answers in real time and create questions based on the responses being given.
The platform sends reference requests via email and/or text to candidates for them to nominate referees and answer questions set by recruiters and hiring managers. Referees then receive a secure link to complete the candidate reference. Upon completion, referees return the reference which will appear in the recruiter dashboard for review. Completed references appearing in the dashboard can be shared, downloaded, or archived for future hiring needs.
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- Industry: Utilities
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 1+ year
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
Best background checking and pre-employment screening tool on the market
Reviewed on 2026-01-28
Checkmate has been a fantastic addition to our tech stack, allowing our recruiters to focus more on...
Checkmate has been a fantastic addition to our tech stack, allowing our recruiters to focus more on strategic initiatives and offering our candidates an smoother, integrated experience for background and reference checks
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The ease of use and integration with our ATS. ,The UX for candidates and TA team means a more simplified and better all round process. Quicker results and better confidence in outcomes.
The customer support is excellent and the value for money is also great give the quality and speed of the background checks and references. The roadmap for future functionality and offerings is also impressive.
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Nothing to say here as it has been a great product to help in meeting our regulatory requirements, but also offering an improved experience. My team have found it invaluable,
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- Industry: Defense & Space
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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Great experience!
Reviewed on 2025-09-12
The team are great to deal with, very personable and down to earth. The tool is easy to use, set up...
The team are great to deal with, very personable and down to earth. The tool is easy to use, set up and manage. I'm glad I found Checkmate and will be using the tool for a long time to come.
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I have really enjoyed how easy and accessible this tool is. With the level of security in place at my company, Checkmate have made the background checking process seamless.
The UI is clean and, for the level of service, they provide great value for money.
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I have been using the product for the last 6 months and, as yet, I've experienced no significant challenges. Anything I didn't understand during initial set-up was addressed and resolved by the superb Customer team immediately.
- Industry: Restaurants
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Monthly for 6-12 months
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
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Reviewed on 2020-12-27
Overall experience was ok..You can find out a lot..The money you got to pay is not worth it when it...
Overall experience was ok..You can find out a lot..The money you got to pay is not worth it when it gets the info wrong on the person .But they are good about giving you the money back
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Well I like best about this software is it is so EASY TO USE.Really common sense to use this..You can find out alot
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What I like the least is some of the information is incorrect because a lot of the info on me was most definitely incorrect.
- Industry: Real Estate
- Company size: 11–50 Employees
- Used Daily for 6-12 months
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Best Addition to our Process Since We Started!
Reviewed on 2019-08-28
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Since using Checkmate, we've been able to hire more candidates, take on more clients, and most importantly spend time in more pressing areas. To date we've turned 26 referee's into candidates that we've now placed - through them showing interest and openness for new roles within the questionnaire!
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Best addition to our process since we started!
- Industry: Telecommunications
- Company size: 1,001–5,000 Employees
- Used Weekly for 6-12 months
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Increased user experience and reduced follow up required
Reviewed on 2020-05-01
We have seen a number of benefits through CheckMate including, but not limited to cost savings,...
We have seen a number of benefits through CheckMate including, but not limited to cost savings, increased candidate and referee experience, reduced follow up time due to automatic reminders via email and text to candidates and referees, openness to introducing new features based on customer feedback. We have also seen an increase in completion of reference checks.
Pros
Ease of use for both internal users and candidates and referees has been a big positive. The mobile optimisation available to candidates and referees leads to a positive user experience. Ability to build customised reference templates for specific roles enables us to have a unique approach. CheckMate is integrated with our applicant tracking system which allows information to be available through one source. The support we have received has been fast and efficient. The CheckMate team are open to suggestions and feedback and are able to implement changes quickly. The pricing of the software is extremely competitive in the market.
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Anything extra we have needed has been implemented through new releases over time.
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Checkmate FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for Checkmate.Q. What type of pricing plans does Checkmate offer?
Checkmate offers the following pricing plans:
- Starting from: US$17.00/one-time
- Pricing model: Free Version
- Free Trial: Available
Q. Who are the typical users of Checkmate?
Checkmate has the following typical customers:
11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000
Q. What languages does Checkmate support?
Checkmate supports the following languages:
English, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish
Q. Does Checkmate support mobile devices?
Checkmate supports the following devices:
Q. What other apps does Checkmate integrate with?
Checkmate integrates with the following applications:
Avature, BambooHR, Bullhorn ATS & CRM, Expr3ss!, JazzHR, JobAdder, Lever, LinkedIn for Business, LiveHire, PageUp, SmartRecruiters, Teamtailor, Workday Talent Management
Q. What level of support does Checkmate offer?
Checkmate offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base Software, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat
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