FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
ABOUT PREVERIFY
Q: What is PreVerify?
PreVerify is a reputation verification framework for the peer-to-peer marketplace. PreVerify enables you to own and share the details of your true identity and social integrity, thereby bringing a much-needed layer of authenticity to the Collaborative Consumption sector.
Q: What is the PreVerify Trust Score?
Your personalized PreVerify Trust Score is comprised of several factors, including social identity, online activity, verified employment, education and skills, background check, and much more. The score ranges from 0-100, the higher the better. You can increase your score by providing information about yourself that you want verified.
Q: Who uses PreVerify?
Any private individual doing business with another private individual, either as buyer or seller. Examples: AirBnB travelers and renters, Craigslist shoppers, micro-entrepreneurs who rent out extra equipment, general contractors and homeowners, parents looking for the right nanny, and job seekers looking to stand out from the crowd, just to name a few.
Q: How much does it cost?
PreVerify offers a basic package - which includes services such as social identity and employment verification - for free. We want you to be able to experience and benefit from your PreVerify Trust Score without spending a dime, with the option of upgrading to any of our premium services. Simply create a free account and sign in to view our menu of verifications. It's all very straight-forward. No catches, no hidden fees.
Q: How long does it take?
Some verifications are almost instant, while other verifications are completed in an average of one to three days.
Q: What is my PreVerify Profile?
Your PreVerify Profile contains the details of your PreVerify Trust Score.
Q: How do I grant permission to someone else to view my PreVerify Profile?
Granting permission to your PreVerify Profile is easy and can be done from inside your PreVerify account. All you need is the recipient's name and email.
Q: Can I remove permission to view my PreVerify Profile?
Yes, you can remove permission at any time.
Q: When I remove a permission to access my PreVerify Profile, is anyone notified?
No. If you grant permission to an individual to view your PreVerify Profile and later decide to remove it, the individual will not be notified.
Q: Is my PreVerify Profile public?
By default, all your verifications are private. However, you can individually make them public from within your account, if you so choose.
Q: What is the PreVerify "Badge"?
Your PreVerify Badge contains your PreVerify Trust Score. You can use the embed code - available within your account - on any site that allows you to post code, such as a blog, to show your score.
Q: Can I use PreVerify with LinkedIn?
Yes. Visit http://www.preverify.com/linkedin for step-by-step instructions.
Q: How do I use PreVerify with Facebook?
- Log into your PreVerify account and under "My Settings," copy your Profile Profile Link
- Log onto your profile page on Facebook
- Under your picture, click on "Edit My Profile"
- Choose the Contact tab
- Scroll down to the box that says, "Website." In this box, paste your PreVerify Profile Link.
Q: Ok, I'm in. How do I start?
Just sign up already. Your PreVerify account is free!
THE PREVERIFY JOB BOARD
Q: What is the PreVerify Job Board?
Our Job Board attracts the best employers and job seekers because it offers more than other job boards. To apply for any job on the PreVerify Job Board, you must first verify your job history. Doing so is quick, easy and free. Best of all, it offers job seekers a unique PreVerify Resume that sets them apart from the crowds. Likewise, prospective employers prefer our Job Board because it offers them pre-qualified job candidates, which saves them time and money.
Q: What if I've never had a job?
If you've never had a paid job, you may wish to list unpaid work, volunteer work, or internships to help build your PreVerify Resume.
Q: Do I need to list every job I've ever had?
No, but you can't claim you've worked for a company if you haven't included it on your PreVerify Resume.
Q: What if there are gaps in my employment?
Gaps are OK. You're not required to have worked continuously. Your PreVerify Resume shows employers that you're on the up-and-up – that you actually worked where you say you worked, and truly performed the duties you claim you did during the period you specified.
Q: I don't want my current employer to be made aware that I'm looking for another job. Now what?
Our employment verification form allows you to indicate that you do not wish a current employer be contacted.
Q: Can I keep the company name and contact information of a specific job confidential?
Yes. The company name and contact information for a job history can be kept private if you're currently still working for the company.
Q: How will I know that my PreVerify Resume was received?
You'll receive a confirmation email. As always, please be sure to regularly check your junk mail folder.
Q: I updated my PreVerify Resume / verified the details of a specific job after applying for a job on the PreVerify Job Board. Do I need to reapply with my new information?
No need to reapply. Your PreVerify Resume is electronic and will update automatically every time the details of a new or pending job you've submitted is verified.
PRIVACY
Q: This stuff is private, should I really share it?
PreVerify gives you peace of mind - and a competitive edge. But you're right – this stuff is extremely private, and we guard it with our secure site to keep it that way. Rest assured that only you are able to grant permission for another to access your PreVerify Profile. Likewise, you can refuse or remove access to anyone you wish, at any time. If you've received a request for permission from someone, it is always a good idea to familiarize yourself with the individual inquiring.
Q: How does PreVerify help to protect my personal data?
With PreVerify, you never have to hand out sensitive personal data. Instead, other parties only get to view the result of your background check, not the data required to retrieve it.
Q: Where's all the fine print?
In the Terms of Use and Privacy Statement you'll find everything you need to know about how we go out of our way to guard your private information.
