Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions about background checks, Aadhaar verification and watchlist screening on Screenzaa — who you can check, what you need, how long it takes and how your data is handled.

Frequently asked questions

Will anyone know if I run a background check on them?

For Aadhaar Verification (Consent required), the person being checked will receive a WhatsApp link to complete the verification themselves. For Bad list checks (Consent not required), the person or company being checked will not be notified.

Where will I get the report?

You will get the report as a PDF file on your registered email id.

What is Aadhaar Verification?

Aadhaar Verification confirms you are dealing with a real, present person — not a stolen identity or a fake profile. The subject completes a quick face-liveness check on their own phone through the official Aadhaar app, proving they are genuinely there and consenting.

What is a Bad list check?

A Bad list (also called a Watchlist or Negative list) is a published record of people and organisations that regulators, law-enforcement bodies and international agencies have flagged — for example for financial crime, fraud, sanctions or terror-related activity.

What input is needed for Aadhaar Verification?

Aadhaar Verification needs just the person's name and WhatsApp number.

What input is needed for Bad list check?

A Bad list check gives the best results the more inputs you provide, but can be run on at least any one of the following: name, mobile number, email, PAN, Aadhaar number, passport number or company CIN/GSTIN.

How much time does it take to get the report?

You will get the report as a PDF file on your registered email id within 10 minutes.

Whom can I run Aadhaar Verification on?

Aadhaar Verification can be run on any individual who has a valid Aadhaar number and access to a smartphone. Ask them to download the official Aadhaar app and complete the verification process on their own phone once they receive the WhatsApp link.

Whom can I run Bad list check on?

A Bad list check can be run on any individual or organisation you want to check.

Can Aadhaar Verification be done on someone else’s behalf?

No, Aadhaar Verification must be done by the individual themselves using their own smartphone and the official Aadhaar app.

Are there any special offers?

Yes, we are providing 30 free checks for professional users including CA & CS based on their membership id of ICAI/ICSI.

How do I verify a maid or domestic help before hiring?

Run a quick background check on your maid, cook or nanny using their name and mobile. You'll see any negative-list matches before they start.

Can I do a background check on a driver?

Yes, you can do a driver background check to see criminal-record and watchlist signals before you hand over your keys or your family's safety.

Can I verify a tenant before renting?

Yes, tenant verification confirms the person's identity and screens them against negative lists, so you can check whether a tenant is genuine before you rent.

Can I do a background check for a partner?

Yes, a matrimonial background check helps you verify a groom's or bride's details and spot a fake matrimony profile before you commit.

Can I check if a person is genuine or a fraud?

Yes, you can verify someone's identity online and screen their background to find out if a person is trustworthy — useful before a first date, a deal, or trusting a stranger.

Can I check if a company or business partner is genuine?

Yes, you can screen a company or a new business partner against watchlists and negative lists before money changes hands.