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Looking for the best social media background check? See how Ferretly compares to alternatives with transparent pricing, faster results, and superior AI technology.

Screen 50+ Social Platforms
Comprehensive coverage across all major networks
Results in Under 5 Minutes
Fast enough to keep your hiring pipeline moving
100% EEOC & FCRA Compliant
Legally defensible, bias-free screening

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How Social Media Screening Works

Get comprehensive candidate insights in three simple steps

1

Submit Candidate Info

Enter the candidate's name and email. Our system handles the rest, including consent collection.

2

AI Scans 50+ Platforms

Our AI analyzes public social media profiles, detecting behavioral risk patterns across all major networks.

3

Get Your Report

Receive a compliant, actionable social media background check report in under 5 minutes.

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★★★★★

"More and more people are requesting we check for a social media presence of potential applicants. It has been very helpful. Ferretly allows us to include another form of screening to our clients."

Schuler Loers
Schuler Loers
Operations Manager at Reliable
★★★★★

"Social media screenings are a valuable part of our hiring process, offering insight into a candidate's professionalism, communication style, and alignment with company values. They help us identify potential red flags and ensure a well-rounded view beyond the resume and interview."

Megan Hamm
Megan Hamm
Employee Engagement Manager, PSBA
★★★★★

"The service provided by the Ferretly team offers unprecedented customer service and the system is easy to use. This is a crucial tool I have used for many projects large and small and they always deliver as promised."

Jordan Wiles
Jordan Wiles
COO of Crucial Casting

What Our Social Media Screening Detects

AI-powered analysis identifies behavioral risk patterns that traditional background checks miss

Violence & Threats

Threatening language, glorification of violence, or aggressive behavior patterns

Discriminatory Content

Racist, sexist, or other hateful content that could indicate workplace risk

Illegal Activity

References to drug use, illegal behavior, or criminal activity

Harassment & Bullying

Patterns of online harassment, cyberbullying, or toxic communication

Unprofessional Conduct

Content that could damage your company's reputation or brand image

Sexually Explicit Content

Inappropriate sexual content or behavior that could create liability

Ferretly vs. Other Social Media Screening Providers

See how the best social media background check solutions compare

Why Ferretly Wins
Transparent pricing: $15-29/report
Reports in under 5 minutes
50+ platforms, 230+ languages
No contracts required
Pricing Comparison
Ferretly
$15-29
Fama
Contact Sales
Sterling
Contact Sales
Manual
$50+/hour
Report Speed
Ferretly
Under 5 min
Fama
24-48 hours
Sterling
1-3 days
Manual
2-4 hours
Language Support
Ferretly
230+
Fama
Limited
Sterling
Limited
Manual
1-2
Contract Requirements
Ferretly
No Contract
Fama
Required
Sterling
Required
Manual
No Contract
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500+
Enterprise Customers
92%
Risk Reduction
5min
Average Report Time
50+
Platforms Analyzed

Why Teams Switch to Ferretly

HR teams choose the best social media screening solution for these reasons

Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees or surprise invoices. Pay $15-29 per social media background check with clear, upfront pricing.

vs. competitors who require sales calls for quotes

Faster Results

Get comprehensive social media screening reports in under 5 minutes, not days. Keep your hiring pipeline moving.

vs. 24-48 hours with Fama or 1-3 days with Sterling

No Contracts Required

Start screening immediately with no long-term commitments. Scale up or down based on your hiring needs.

vs. annual contracts required by most competitors

"We switched from Fama to Ferretly and cut our screening costs by 40% while getting reports 10x faster."

— HR Director, Fortune 500 Company

Simple, Transparent Pricing

No hidden fees. No surprise invoices. Just straightforward social media screening.

Basic

Social media screening essentials

$15/report
  • 50+ platform coverage
  • FCRA compliant reports
  • Results in under 5 min
  • Email support
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Professional

Complete social media background check

$29/report
  • Everything in Basic
  • Image & meme analysis
  • 230+ language support
  • Priority support
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Enterprise

Custom solutions for large teams

Custom
  • Everything in Professional
  • ATS/HRIS integration
  • Volume discounts
  • Dedicated account manager
Contact Sales

All plans include FCRA compliance, EEOC-safe reports, and no long-term contracts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions when comparing social media screening providers

How does Ferretly compare to Fama for social media screening?
While both Ferretly and Fama offer AI-powered social media background checks, key differences include: Pricing – Ferretly offers transparent pricing ($15-29/report) while Fama requires sales calls. Speed – Ferretly delivers reports in under 5 minutes vs. Fama's 24-48 hours. Contracts – Ferretly has no minimum contract while Fama typically requires annual commitments. Languages – Ferretly supports 230+ languages for global screening. Both are FCRA compliant.
Why is Ferretly's pricing transparent when competitors hide theirs?
We believe in transparent social media screening pricing because HR teams deserve to budget accurately without surprise invoices. Our $15-29 per report pricing covers everything—no hidden platform fees, no setup costs, no minimum volumes. Many competitors hide pricing to enable aggressive sales tactics or charge based on company size. With Ferretly, what you see is what you pay.
Can I switch to Ferretly from another social media screening provider?
Yes, switching to Ferretly is easy and requires no long-term commitment. Many teams run Ferretly alongside their current provider to compare results before fully switching. Our onboarding takes minutes, not weeks. We also offer ATS/HRIS integrations with platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and BambooHR to make the transition seamless for enterprise teams.
Is there a minimum contract or volume requirement?
No. Unlike Fama, Sterling, and most other social media screening companies, Ferretly requires no annual contract and no minimum volume. Pay only for the reports you need. This makes Ferretly the best social media background check solution for companies of all sizes—from startups running a few screens per month to enterprises processing thousands.
What makes Ferretly the best social media screening choice?
Ferretly combines the best of all worlds: Speed (under 5 min reports), Coverage (50+ platforms, 230+ languages), Compliance (100% FCRA and EEOC compliant), Pricing (transparent $15-29/report), and Flexibility (no contracts required). Our AI detects images and memes that text-only tools miss. Over 500 enterprise customers trust Ferretly as their social media background check solution.
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