Basic Background Check

What Does the Basic Background Check Include?

Sex Offender Registry Search

This search checks the National Sex Offender Public Website and state-level registries to determine whether an individual is listed on any registered sex offender database across the United States. Coverage is complete at the national level, spanning all 50 states and US territories. Registry records are updated monthly to reflect the most current data available.

Knowing someone's sex offender status is one of the most important baseline checks you can run, whether you are screening a potential hire, a new tenant, a contractor entering your home, or someone you are considering a personal or professional relationship with.

Statewide 7-Year Criminal History Search

This search pulls criminal records from the National Database for the state you specify. It surfaces convictions and relevant criminal activity going back 7 years, which aligns with FCRA guidelines for most employment and tenant screening decisions. The 7-year window covers the period most relevant for the majority of background check use cases, including pre-employment screening, rental applications, and personal due diligence.

Records returned may include felony convictions, misdemeanor convictions, and other relevant criminal history found within the national database for the selected state.

What Is Not Included

The Basic Background Check does not include federal criminal records, county-level court records outside the national database, employment history verification, education verification, credit history, or records older than 7 years. If your screening needs go beyond this scope, ClearCheck offers Standard ($29.99), Professional ($39.99), and Elite ($49.99) background check packages with progressively broader coverage.

What Information Do You Need to Run a Background Check?

The Basic Background Check is one of the most accessible screening options available because it does not require a Social Security Number. To run a search you only need:

• First and last name of the subject
• Date of birth
• US state

Once your purchase is complete, your report is delivered digitally through your ClearCheck account and is available 24/7. Results are returned instantly in most cases.

Who Should Use the Basic Background Check?

• Employers running a quick pre-screening on candidates before investing in a deeper check. The Basic tier gives you immediate insight into the most critical safety records before you move forward in the hiring process.
• Landlords and property managers who want to verify a prospective tenant's criminal background and sex offender status before signing a lease. Fast, affordable, and requires no SSN from the applicant.
• Individuals checking their own record before applying for a job or rental. Knowing what an employer or landlord will find gives you the opportunity to address anything on your record proactively. This is one of the most practical uses of a basic background check and one of the most overlooked.
• Non-profits, volunteer organizations, and community groups that need a lightweight screening process for volunteers, coaches, mentors, or anyone working with vulnerable populations.
• Contractors and gig economy workers who want to demonstrate trustworthiness to clients by providing a basic background check on themselves before entering someone's home or place of business.
• Individuals screening someone they plan to hire or engage personally, such as a babysitter, caregiver, tutor, or personal trainer.

How to Run a Basic Background Check on ClearCheck

Running your search takes less than five minutes from start to finish.

• Step 1: Add the Basic Background Check to your cart and complete your purchase for $19.99. ClearCheck accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Apple Pay, and Google Pay.
• Step 2: Enter the subject's first and last name, date of birth, and US state. No Social Security Number is needed at any point in the process.
• Step 3: Receive your results instantly through your ClearCheck account. Your report is available 24/7 and can be accessed at any time after your purchase is complete.

How to Run a Basic Background Check on Yourself

Running a background check on yourself through ClearCheck works exactly the same way as running one on someone else. Enter your own name, date of birth, and state, complete the purchase, and your report is returned instantly. This is the fastest and most reliable way to see what a potential employer, landlord, or client would find when they screen you.

Unlike free background check tools, which typically pull from incomplete, outdated, or unverified sources, ClearCheck searches verified national databases and returns current, accurate results. If you are preparing for a job application, a rental application, or any situation where someone will be screening you, running your own basic background check first gives you a significant advantage.

Is the Basic Background Check Enough for Employment?

For many entry-level positions and low-risk roles, a Basic Background Check provides the core information most employers need at the pre-screening stage. It surfaces the two record types that most directly affect workplace safety: sex offender status and recent criminal history.

However, for roles involving financial responsibility, access to sensitive information, work with children or vulnerable adults, or positions requiring a deeper level of trust, the Standard, Professional, or Elite background check packages offer broader coverage including federal records, county court records, and employment or education verification.

Not sure which level is right for your situation? Contact ClearCheck and our team can help you determine the appropriate screening tier for your specific needs.

What Is a Basic Background Check?

A basic background check is the foundational level of personal and professional screening. It gives you fast access to the most critical public safety records available, without the complexity or cost of a full screening package. The ClearCheck Basic Background Check is built for individuals, employers, landlords, and organizations that need reliable results quickly and at an accessible price point.

For $19.99, you get instant access to two of the most important databases used in professional background screening: the National Sex Offender Registry and a Statewide 7-Year Criminal History Search. No Social Security Number is required. All you need is a first and last name, a date of birth, and a US state.

 What You Receive

• A digital background check report accessible through your ClearCheck account
• Sex Offender Registry status (clear or flagged)
• 7-year statewide criminal history (clear or records found)
• Instant delivery in most cases
• 24/7 access to your results after purchase

About ClearCheck

ClearCheck is committed to providing accurate, reliable, and comprehensive background checks that help individuals and organizations make informed decisions. We uphold the highest ethical standards, respect individual privacy rights, and deliver results through an advanced, easy-to-use platform backed by extensive research and national database access. Our goal is to be the trusted source for background information that enhances safety, security, and peace of mind for every client we serve.