Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our intelligence services, technology, and processes.
A standard criminal record check provides very limited insight. Our corporate due diligence and background checks are comprehensive, analyzing a subject’s affiliations, online behavior for toxic content, financial red flags, and undisclosed business interests. Unlike criminal checks, which often miss jurisdictions, our investigations provide a complete picture to truly understand the risks associated with an employee or partner.
We specialize in a range of bespoke intelligence solutions for high-stakes environments. This includes M&A transaction support, private equity investment screening, third-party and supply chain due diligence, executive C-suite vetting, and cyber security vulnerability assessments for businesses.
Social media analysis is just one part of Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT). We utilize advanced tools for surface, deep, and dark web analysis, including dark web database access, geolocation tools, and facial recognition software. This technological approach is complemented by trained investigators with years of experience identifying business threats. This “human-in-the-loop” model ensures we deliver contextual insights, not just raw data.
Absolutely. Data ethics is a core principle. Our team of intelligence experts collects open-source information in strict adherence to international data protection and ethical standards, such as GDPR. We are not hackers; we are intelligence professionals. This ensures our findings are both valuable and legally sound.
In most cases, we deliver a comprehensive report within 7 working days. If a particularly complex or concerning issue arises during the investigation, such as verifying possible links to a sanctioned group, it may take slightly longer to ensure our findings are thoroughly vetted.
We are confident that our fusion of advanced tools and expert analysts provides the most thorough view possible. If you have reason to believe we’ve missed something specific, we will conduct a further targeted investigation into your areas of concern to ensure your complete confidence
Yes. If you require 5 or more reports for your employees or candidates, please contact us directly at info@checksandtraces.com to discuss a reduced rate.
Each of our products includes a digital workbook that details the checks conducted, provides guidance on how to remove unwanted content, and offers guidance on maintaining a healthy digital presence. The workbook covers essential aspects such as guidelines for account security settings, password choices, device security, avoiding oversharing, practising mindful liking and following, proper usage of WiFi networks, and removing inappropriate content from the internet.
By utilising this comprehensive resource, clients, customers, and employees can conduct a thorough digital health audit. This empowers them to rectify their online behaviours, safeguard their personal reputation, enhance their digital health, and contribute to maintaining the positive standing of their company and family in the digital realm.
Of course. Please fill out the contact form below, and we will provide you with sample reports relevant to your case. We will not share your information with any third party
Our Services
Making high-stakes decisions requires clarity and confidence. We provide elite intelligence solutions for both complex corporate transactions and sensitive personal matters. Our services are designed to mitigate risk, verify information, and empower you to act decisively. Explore our tailored intelligence solutions below.

Cyber Health Check
The Privacy and Identity Protector
Your digital footprint defines your reputation and security. Our confidential Personal Cyber Security Audit uncovers your complete online presence, identifying risks across the surface, deep, and dark web. We provide an actionable plan to remove exposed data, secure compromised accounts, and protect your digital identity.

Know Your Staff
Make Informed Hiring Decisions
Protect your company's assets, culture, and reputation with our executive background checks. We go far beyond criminal records to analyze potential conflicts of interest, undisclosed affiliations, and other red flags, ensuring you can confidently vet key hires and mitigate internal risks.

Know Your Brand Ambassador
Trust Your Brand Ambassadors
15% of influencer advertising budgets are lost to fraud, amounting to $1.3 billion for brands yearly. Stay in control with our Social Media Influencer Checks. We leave no stone unturned, ensuring your brand doesn’t suffer when questionable posts, content, or affiliations come to light on your influencers.

Know Your Third Party
Ensure Reliable Third-Party Relationships
Safeguard your supply chain and business partnerships with our third-party due diligence services. We investigate the integrity, reliability, and compliance of your vendors and partners to protect you from financial loss, reputational damage, and regulatory penalties.

Know Your Romantic Partner
Stay Safe, Love Smart
Make informed personal decisions with confidence. In an age of digital connection, our discreet partner vetting service helps verify the identity, history, and intent of a new romantic partner, protecting you from personal risk, deception, and financial exploitation.

Person Tracing
Finding People, Globally
Leveraging advanced skip tracing services and global OSINT techniques, our experts locate missing persons for legal, corporate, or personal matters. Whether it's a lost relative, a former employee, or a witness, we conduct every person trace investigation with precision and discretion.

Source of Wealth
Validate Financial Sources
Ensure regulatory compliance and mitigate financial crime risk with our comprehensive Source of Wealth (SoW) screenings. We meticulously verify the legitimacy of funds for high-stakes transactions and client onboarding, ensuring adherence to Anti-Money Laundering (AML) standards.

Private Equity Investment Screening
Secure Your Investments
Empower your M&A and investment decisions with our PE investment screening services. We provide actionable due diligence on target companies and their principals, uncovering hidden risks and operational liabilities to ensure the security of your capital allocation..

Know Your Investment
Be sure about your investments
Go beyond the financials to prevent investment fraud. We analyze the investment opportunity itself—its operational viability, market position, and stated assets—to ensure it is legitimate and aligns with your strategic objectives, protecting you from sophisticated scams.
