Industry-Leading
Social Media Checks

Industry-Leading
Social Media Checks

As the leading provider in the UK, we specialise in delivering a variety of comprehensive online checks, covering all industry sectors and offering specialised checks tailored for the Education, Healthcare, Law Enforcement and Political sectors.

Our Social Media Checks utilise Smart Search software and are supported by our expert Social Intelligence Team in order to ensure fair and objective checks. They are legally compliant and impartial, crafted to meet the varied needs of all businesses across numerous sectors.

As the leading provider in the UK, we specialise in delivering a variety of comprehensive online checks, covering all industry sectors and offering specialised checks tailored for the Education, Healthcare, Law Enforcement and Political sectors. Our Social Media Checks utilise Smart Search software and are supported by our expert Social Intelligence Team in order to ensure fair and objective checks. They are legally compliant and impartial, crafted to meet the varied needs of all businesses across numerous sectors.

Join the multitude of organisations who trust SP Index as their partner in upholding integrity and security in the digital landscape.

What is a Social Media Check?

A Social Media Check is a form of background check carried out by skilled researchers, with the aim of mitigating risks to brand, reputation, confidentiality, and data security. Social Media Checks uncover adverse behaviours such as content that may harm the employerā€™s image, potential privacy breaches, bullying, racism, nudity, and excessive bad language. Ā 

To find out more, read our blog What Shows Up on a Social Media Check.

When to conduct a Social Media Check?

We recommend conducting online and Social Media Checks as part of the employment selection process. At this stage, employers can gain a comprehensive understanding of a candidateā€™s suitability for the workplace.Ā 

Social Media Checks that are integrated into annual staff screenings are also incredibly valuable, helping employers to manage existing risks within the place of work.Ā 

How Do Social Media Checks Benefit Employers?Ā 

Social Media Checks play a pivotal role in safeguarding the brand and reputation of an organisation. By delving into candidatesā€™ online behaviours, they offer valuable insights into their suitability for a role. Ā 

Undesirable traits (such as bullying, racism or excessive profanity) and content that may compromise company values (including connections to proscribed organisations or groups linked to violence or extremism) are identified and reported in a compliant manner. This empowers the employer to manage the risk in their preferred way.Ā Ā 

VISIBILITY LANDSCAPE

Social Networks

Professional Networks

Mobile Specific Apps

Media / Editorials

Blogs / Vlogs

E-commerce / Retail

3rd Party Sources

Online checks starting from just Ā£25.00Ā per check

As industry experts, we bring you three online checks to choose from to help meet your objectives, budget, and timelines

What’s Incorporated in the Checks

Every check result is presented in a report that is not only easy to interpret but also rich in findings and benchmarking. All our reports are thoughtfully broken down, offering a clear understanding for both you and the candidate. Depending on the check, we delve into specific areas highlighting potential risks, providing a nuanced view of the online landscape. Our checks include:

Benefits of Social Media Checks

Exposes Undesirable Characteristics

Flags Connections To Proscribed Organisations

Highlights Explicit Material

Reduces the risk of leaked confidential information