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title: [GUIDE] How to Choose the Right Background Check Vendor
description: Choosing from different background check companies is hard. Download this Foley guide to learn how to pick the best background check company for your hiring needs.
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# [[GUIDE] How to Choose the Right Background Check Vendor](https://www.foley.io/guides/how-to-choose-the-right-bgc-vendor)

 Written by [Foley](https://www.foley.io/guides/author/foley) | Mar 13, 2024 1:36:58 PM

Picking a background check company you can trust is no easy task. There’s a lot on the line: The specific types of background screens you need, high customer service expectations, peace of mind with sensitive applicant information – and the list goes on.

So, how do you know which vendor is right for your company?

This guide covers the top 10 questions you should ask when putting different vendors to the test, and the answers you should expect from a best-in-class background check provider. 

Get your FREE copy now! Fill out the brief form and we’ll send it to your inbox. 

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