United States
SSN Trace Check
Multi-industry
What the check is?
Identifies names and addresses historically linked to a candidate’s Social Security Number. Not an identity verification itself, but helps surface address history and possible alias names.
What the value is?
Confirms identity details and highlights where to look for additional records.
What does it check?
SSN validity and linked addresses.
Why do you do it?
Ensures nothing slips through the cracks in background screening.
How often does it need to be checked?
One-off at pre-employment stage.
Is this industry specific? If yes, what industries?
Broadly applicable; especially common in regulated sectors.
Risk of not doing it?
You may fail to detect identity fraud or miss jurisdictions for further checks.
