Take a Closer Look at How The Work Number Works
See how streamlined verification services from the industry’s leading source of commercial employment data benefits you.
Verification Data From More Than One Million Employers
The Work Number helps provide a frictionless verification process between credentialed verifiers and consumers to keep life moving.
key benefits of the work number
Robust Source of Employment Data
The Work Number has over one million small, medium, and large employer contributors.
Timely and Consistent Information
Our standardized verification process provides up to date information and helps speed up verifier decisions.
An Improved Customer Picture
With income and employment information, verifiers can obtain a broader understanding of a consumer.
Multiple Verification and Integration Options
Verifiers can select from multiple verification solutions to find a fit for their specific business needs.
Alternate Search Capabilities
If an SSN is unavailable, consumers can still be identified in a variety of ways, including name, address, and date of birth.
How The Work Number Helps Keep Life Moving
The Work Number database helps credentialed verifiers receive important income and employment information to help deliver a more ideal experience for all customers.
24/7 Access
Requests for income and employment information can be sent to The Work Number 24/7, even outside of standard business hours. Verifications are completed quickly, which means less waiting for you and your customers.
Trustworthy Payroll Data
The information from The Work Number is employer provided data, usually updated each pay cycle. 24/7 access is available to credentialed verifiers and always encrypted.
Fast Response
Verifications are completed quickly, which means less waiting for you and your customers.
Credentialing Helps Protect Consumer Data
Protecting consumer data is paramount. Verifiers are required to be credentialed and vetted with a valid Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) permissible purpose in order to access The Work Number database.
The Work Number Vs. The Competition
When comparing The Work Number from Equifax versus industry competitors, The Work Number is the clear choice.
Manage Your Personal Data
Find answers to login questions, review your information, and grant credentialed verifiers access to salary information in one place.
FEATURED SOLUTIONS
Income and Employment Verification
Get third-party verifications with income and employment information provided by employers.
The Work Number ID
Confirm whether an applicant-provided name and social security number matches employer-provided data to quickly validate an applicant’s identity.
Education Verification
Fast, comprehensive verification of an applicant's education status.
Property Verification
Verify non-commercial residency with county-level property tax data.
IRS Tax Transcripts Fulfillment Service
Obtain various personal tax, business tax, and/or wage statements for a complete picture of all household income.
Do More With The Work Number
Our team is always looking for ways to improve the functionality and usability of The Work Number.
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