Automated Reference Checks That Save Time and Catch Red Flags
Fast. Reliable. Effortless.
Reference Hunter automates reference checks—request, collect, and analyze feedback in one seamless workflow. No chasing or phone calls, just fast, reliable insights to hire with confidence.
What Are Automated Reference Checks?
Automated Reference Checks are digital tools that collect, score, and summarize candidate references—without the phone tag, scheduling, or guesswork.
With Discovered’s Reference Hunter, reference checks become part of your hiring flow.
You simply assign a status, and the platform takes care of the rest—sending customizable questionnaires, nudging contacts for replies, and delivering scored feedback reports within 24 hours. It's fast, structured, and surprisingly insightful.
For example...
Instead of calling three references manually and hoping for honest responses, you’ll get detailed, scored feedback from up to six contacts—complete with red flag detection and anti-fraud safeguards.
The result? Better hiring decisions, made faster and with less risk.
Why Use Automated Reference Checks?
Speed Up Hiring
Collect multiple references in under 24 hours—without any manual follow-up.
Reduce Bad Hires
Get honest feedback before the offer. Reference checks filter out up to 12% of risky candidates.
Save Time
Our customers save 1.5+ hours per candidate by automating outreach and collection.
How Automated Reference Checks Work
Assign the Automation
Inside your job posting’s processing tab, assign the "Reference Check" automation to any candidate status (e.g., “Reference Stage”).
Add a Message Template
Include a message prompting candidates to add their references—use the reference link token to keep it effortless.
Candidate Adds References
Once the candidate receives the message, they input reference contact details directly.
Automatic Outreach
Discovered emails your customizable reference questionnaire to each contact, complete with reminders.
Review and Score
As responses come in, the system compiles everything into a numerical score with detailed feedback.
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Key Features
24-Hour Turnaround
Get responses fast—most references reply within a day.
6 References Per Candidate
Collect up to six references automatically, ideal for senior or sensitive roles.
Customizable Questionnaires
Tailor questions to job role, seniority, or company values.
Anti-Fraud Tracking
Track duplicate IPs, monitor suspicious activity, and reduce reference fraud.
Automated Scoring
Reference data is summarized in an easy-to-read numerical score for each candidate.
Mobile-Friendly Design
References can respond from any device—no login required.
Built-in Safeguards
Mail Bounce Detection: Flag typos and invalid emails instantly
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Restricted Access: Control who sees reference data
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Confidential Surveys: Keep feedback private and secure
Perfect For…
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Recruiters hiring for roles where cultural fit matters
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HR teams who need fast background validation
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Companies scaling hiring without sacrificing quality
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Any hiring manager tired of calling references manually
Hear From Our Customers
Pro Tip
“Reference checks aren’t just a formality. They’re an opportunity to validate fit and find your next great hire. That’s why we made them simple, fast, and powerful.”
— Fletcher Wimbush, CEO
Ready to Automate Reference Checks?
Save time, reduce risk, and move faster—with data you can trust.