Getting started with TrustVault™ begins with a simple online application. Individuals provide basic information and consent to participate in a thorough trust verification process. From there, members supply additional personal and professional documents that support their trustworthiness through things like references, education records, employment history, and other relevant background materials.
Once your application is submitted, a background investigation begins. This is not a basic background check. Instead, your information is reviewed and verified by licensed private investigators and often retired FBI Agents. They use professional tools and methods to create a full and accurate picture of who you are.
Once your background investigation is complete, a formal review process called adjudication determines if you meet the criteria for certification. If approved, you are awarded a TrustVault™ Private Sector Clearance. This credential is yours. You control how and when it is used.
Through TrustVault Access™, members can securely share parts of their investigative file with third parties. This can include verified references, education confirmations, or other professional validations. You choose what to share and with whom, and all access is temporary and read-only.
As a TrustVault™ member, you join a national network of trusted individuals from all walks of life and industries. You gain access to professional opportunities, member events, and exclusive benefits offered by TrustVault Certified Businesses.
Businesses can also become TrustVault Certified by committing to high ethical standards and hiring practices. Certified companies can highlight their designation publicly and offer special discounts, rewards, or opportunities to TrustVault™ members. It is a way for businesses to attract trustworthy clients and staff, and to show the world they lead with integrity.
TrustVault™ is built on one powerful belief: Trust opens doors. Let us help you unlock yours.
| TrustVault™ Level | TrustVault™ Question Answered | Years Required as TrustVault™ Member | Criminal histroy checks in years | Sex offender registry listing | Employment verification listing in years | Residence verification in years | Drug Testing | Credit Check | Bankruptcy Check | Social Media Check | Resume / LinkedIn Check |
| Level1 | Who are you? | – | 5 | Verified | 5 | 5 | No | No | No | No | Yes |
| Level2 | Are you responsible? | 2 | 10 | Verified | 10 | 10 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Level3 | Can you be trusted to the core? | 5 | 18/yo | Verified | 18/yo | 18/yo | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Level4 | Is there anything in you past that maybe questionable? | 10 | 18/yo | Verified | 18/yo | 18/yo | Random | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CI Scope | Where does your loyalty lie? | 10 | 18/yo | Verified | 18/yo | 18/yo | Random | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TrustVault™ Level | Examples of occupational uses |
| Level 1 | Recent college graduates, in-home service providers, entry level position, tradesperson |
| Level 2 | Real estate and property manager, office manager, accountant, healthcare worker, teacher, marketing professional, entrepreneur |
| Level 3 | Cyber professional, banker, business executive, HR professional, private investigator, CPA, elected official, retired military or law enforcement |
| Level 4 | Directors, non-profit Board member, C Suite Executive, lawyer |
| CI Scope | R&D scientist, technology developer, corporate strategist |
TrustVault™ goes beyond a standard background check. We conduct a detailed investigation using licensed private investigators and retired FBI Agents. Our process is more comprehensive, trustworthy, and built to highlight your full character, not just flag issues.
TrustVault™ is designed to benefit and empower you. Your credential belongs to you, and you decide when and how to share it. All access is controlled by you through TrustVault Access™.
You may be asked to submit references, education records, employment history, and other relevant documentation that supports your application and helps complete the investigation.
Yes. Businesses can use TrustVault™ to review member-authorized credentials, reducing hiring risks and improving decision-making. Investigations can be tailored for business-specific needs such as sensitive roles, executive hires, or vendor partnerships.
Yes. We offer corporate packages for companies that want to certify teams or become TrustVault™ Certified Businesses. These packages include bulk investigation services, branding opportunities, and employee access to TrustVault member benefits.
Timelines can vary depending on the level of clearance being pursued and the complexity of the investigation. Members can receive their results within a few weeks depending on the complexity of the investigation.
Absolutely. As your responsibilities grow, you can apply for a higher level of clearance. TrustVault™ is built to grow with you.
Yes. TrustVault™ gives you a way to showcase your trustworthiness outside of government channels and across different industries. It can enhance your personal brand and open new doors.
Certified businesses gain a competitive edge by attracting trusted professionals, offering exclusive benefits to members, and displaying a public commitment to integrity and excellence.
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