If you are looking for a “free background check,” Google might be the best place to start. Social media profiles, blogs, YouTube videos or podcasts, newspaper articles, and bios on personal or employer websites are just a few of the resources that you can find about an individual by typing their name into Google.

How long does a DBS certificate last?

A DBS check has no official expiry date. Any information included will be accurate at the time the check was carried out. Its up to you to decide when a new check is needed. If the applicant has signed up for the DBS update service you can check whether their certificate is up to date online.