Fama.io

What is Fama.io?

Fama.io offers a modern background screening solution that scans over 10,000 public online sources to identify potential risks related to workplace misconduct, fraud, and illegal activities. The platform combines automated data analysis with trained investigators to deliver accurate, compliant, and actionable insights. It supports integration with major HRIS, ATS, and background check providers, enabling organizations to improve candidate quality, safeguard workplace culture, and protect investments. Fama is fully compliant with FCRA, EEOC, GDPR, and SOC2 standards, ensuring ethical and legal use of data.

Key Features

• Extensive Public Data Screening

  Analyzes more than 10,000 online sources including social media, news, forums, and litigation databases to detect signs of misconduct.

• Customizable Misconduct Flags

  Screens for 8 to 9 types of workplace misconduct with filters that can be tailored to align with company-specific codes of conduct and roles.

• Human-Investigator Oversight

  Combines AI-driven automation with expert investigators who review and validate flagged information for accuracy and relevance.

• Compliance and Security

  Meets strict regulatory standards including FCRA, EEOC, GDPR, and SOC2, ensuring ethical and lawful candidate screening.

• Seamless Integration

  Integrates with leading background check providers and applicant tracking systems to streamline workflows within existing HR technology stacks.

• Advanced Reporting and Access Control

  Offers dynamic PDF reports customizable by user filters and supports Single Sign-On (SSO) for secure and flexible user authentication.

Use Cases

• Pre-Employment Screening : Identify potential employee misconduct early in the hiring process to improve candidate quality and reduce workplace risks.
• Executive and Investor Due Diligence : Conduct in-depth background checks on executives, founders, and investment targets to protect reputation and financial interests.
• Workplace Safety and Culture Protection : Detect abusive or extreme behaviors that could harm workplace environment and productivity.
• Compliance-Driven Hiring : Ensure candidate screening processes adhere to legal requirements and avoid discrimination or privacy violations.
• Portfolio Company Monitoring : Screen existing portfolio companies and teams to maintain alignment with ethical standards and investor expectations.

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