• How to sign up / log in to your candidate portal

Modified on Fri, 27 Jun at 8:33 AM

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This article relates to https://candidateportal.verifile.co.uk/


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This article guides you through the process of signing up for your individual candidate portal and logging in.



Invitation Email


You’ll receive an invitation email to begin the background screening process.


1. Click the "Get Started" button when you are ready to begin.


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You’ll note a unique reference number is included. If you need to contact us, please include this in any correspondence.


2. The link will take you to the main candidate portal website, where you are invited to continue with your own email address. 


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3. If you do not already have an account associated with your email address, you will now be asked to choose a sign-up method.


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You are free to use any of the sign-up options shown above, or use your own unique email address. By signing up, you agree to the terms of use and Verifile’s Terms and Privacy Policy.
 
Each invite includes a unique token associated with you. If you haven’t received an invite email, it may be best to check your junk mail and with your employer to ensure they have the correct email address for you.


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4. If you continue with your email address, you’ll be asked to create a secure password.


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Please pay particular attention to the rules around a good password as shown in the green section



Support Options


If you experience difficulties, contact support using the link at the bottom of the page, or make use of the convenient chat icon, where you’ll find helpful articles to guide you along the way, or the option to speak to a human during Live Chat’s opening hours.


Please note that this email address is for pre-submission queries only.


Post-submission requests should be directed to the Candidate Team’s email address, hello@verifile.co.uk.


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Choosing an option to sign up


5. After choosing your sign-up option, follow the prompts to complete the sign-up process. Here, we’ve opted to sign up with Apple using the Social Sign On option listed.


Once selected, you’ll be taken to the email provider’s website to continue.



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6. You’ll be prompted to enter your AppleID email address.


Passkey


Once you have done so, the website will ask you to enter your current password or to sign in with Passkey, the newest and secure way to log in.



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If you have any doubts about the authenticity of a website, you can check the padlock usually shown at the end of the address (URL) bar. Clicking this will display that the connection is secure and trusted. As always, use your own judgement to ensure your safety and security.



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Two-factor authentication / Multi-factor authentication


7. Passkey will display a QR code for you to scan with your phone to continue. Using the password option will prompt you to enter your password and verify your identity via other authentication methods, such as Two-factor authentication.



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8. Apple gives the option to share your email or hide it. We recommend you share it, as this is used to keep you informed. We will not use your email address for any purpose other than to contact you about your background screening.



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9. When signing in, please enter your email address in the box provided once again. This will then take you to the 'sign in' page, where you’ll see the option you chose to sign up with. 


If you choose to continue with your email, you’ll be prompted to enter a short numerical code, usually sent to you via SMS or to your email address.



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Change a password


9. Once logged in to your candidate portal with your email address, you can change your password or email address at any time via Account Management.



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Social Sign On email address changes


10. If you’ve used one of the pre-defined Social Sign On options, you can only change the email address via Account Management. To change a Social Sign On email provider’s password, you’ll need to complete this via their website. 



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Signing up and logging in are similar for all the Social Sign On options available.



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I've forgotten my password / How to Reset Your Password.


Need help?
Live Chat is available on the right, and you can self-serve via our Help Centre.
Call us at +44 (0) 1234 339 300 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. U.K. time).
Email hello@verifile.co.uk.

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