Mobile-optimized platform where candidates enter their information and provide e-signature consent from any device. Eliminates paper forms, cuts data entry errors, and puts the candidate in control of submission.
30+ years experienceFCRA-governed100% U.S.-based support
Confident hiring decisions in seconds, not weeks
ClearStar combines 30 years of screening expertise with mobile-first tools your team adopts on day one. Instant criminal checks, digital drug testing, and biometric ID verification in one platform.
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30+Years of screening experience
185M+Incarceration records searched
15,000+Drug testing collection sites
1,900+Jails covered for instant checks
Inside the product
Four tools that replace your entire screening stack
Each product works standalone or together, so your team starts with what it needs today and expands when ready.
ScreenMeNow
Mobile-optimized platform where candidates enter their information and provide e-signature consent from any device. Eliminates paper forms, cuts data entry errors, and puts the candidate in control of submission.
SmartScreen
Instant FCRA-governed criminal screening powered by Equifax data networks. Checks incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries. Flat-rate pricing with no state surcharge surprises. Available in the United States only.
ClearMD
Digital drug and clinical testing workflow with electronic chain-of-custody forms, automated collection site selection based on candidate location, real-time status updates, and integrated MRO services.
ClearID
On-the-spot ID validation and facial recognition for contract workers. Captures and authenticates government-issued IDs, performs tamper detection, and matches the ID photo against a live selfie.
How we compare
What changes when you switch
ClearStarTraditional vendors
Mobile e-signature consent from any device+×
Instant criminal results in seconds+×
Flat-rate pricing with no surprise surcharges+×
Biometric identity verification for contractors+×
Industry-specific compliance packages+×
100% U.S.-based support including after-hours+×
Integrated drug testing with 15,000+ sites+×
Getting started
From job offer to cleared hire in four steps
A simple route from setup to steady output.
Send the screening request
Initiate a background check from your dashboard or directly through your HRIS. ClearStar integrates with all major HRIS and ATS platforms.
Candidate submits from their phone
Applicants receive a mobile-friendly link, enter their information, and e-sign consent through ScreenMeNow. No paper, no faxing, no office visit required.
ClearStar verifies in parallel
Criminal records, drug test scheduling, and identity verification run simultaneously. SmartScreen delivers instant results when no records are found.
Review and decide
FCRA-governed reports arrive in your dashboard with clear pass or flag indicators. Make your hiring decision with full documentation and audit trail.
Choose a plan
Try three months free
ClearStar offers a three-month free background screening program that includes all surcharges, so your team can evaluate the platform with zero financial risk.
Three Months Free
$0for 3 months
Full access to ClearStar screening services including all surcharges. Evaluate the platform with your real hiring volume before committing.
- + Background checks and drug testing included
- + All surcharges covered
- + Mobile-first candidate experience
- + HRIS and ATS integration
- + 100% U.S.-based support
Questions
Questions hiring teams ask before switching
What services does ClearStar offer?+
ClearStar provides pre-employment background checks, drug and clinical testing, employee monitoring, contractor screening, global background checks, social media screening, occupational health screening, and compliance services. The platform integrates with all major HRIS systems to speed up hiring and reduce operational errors.
How fast can our team get up and running?+
ClearStar is designed for fast adoption. ScreenMeNow lets candidates submit information from their phone on day one, and SmartScreen delivers instant criminal results in seconds. Your team can initiate screenings through your existing HRIS or ATS without learning a separate system.
Is SmartScreen available everywhere?+
SmartScreen is available in the United States only. It checks incarceration and sex offender registries across 1,900+ jails, 30+ prisons, and 50+ registries, powered by 185M+ incarceration records from Equifax data networks.
How does ClearID verify contractor identities?+
ClearID captures and authenticates government-issued IDs, performs tamper detection, extracts biographic data, and matches the ID photo against a live selfie using facial recognition. This confirms contract workers are who they claim to be, which is critical in sensitive work environments.
What industries does ClearStar serve?+
ClearStar serves Aerospace and Defense, Healthcare, Hospitality, Manufacturing and Technology, Non-Profits, Retail, Staffing and Recruiting, Tenant Screening, and Transportation. Each industry package addresses sector-specific compliance requirements.
Does ClearStar offer a trial?+
Yes. ClearStar offers a three-month free background screening program that includes all surcharges, so your team can evaluate the full platform with real hiring volume before making a financial commitment.
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