Open-source intelligence

Media, social media and forums

A structured and verifiable search of publicly available information, including news, social media, blogs and forums, to give a complete picture of the candidate's public digital footprint.

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Fast and smooth We give you a complete picture of the candidate before hiring.
13 behavioural categories Only publicly available information
Protect reputation Gain insight into whether the candidate's public profile aligns with your organisation's values, and protect your reputation.
Safeguard data protection The check is secure and built in compliance with GDPR

Why it matters

What does the internet say about the candidate?

In a digital world, candidates leave digital traces that can reveal values, behaviour and potential risks. Open-source intelligence gives you a complete picture based on publicly available information.

  • Systematic and verifiable methodology

    We use structured search methods, not random Google searches. All findings are documented with source, date and context.

  • Assessed in context

    Findings are presented neutrally with source and context. You assess the relevance yourself.

  • Content is systematically assessed against defined behavioural categories.

    We never retrieve private information. All collection is based on publicly available sources and complies with GDPR.

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How it works

Systematic search: We search systematically in Norwegian and international news sources.

Social media: Public profiles on LinkedIn, Facebook and other platforms are reviewed.

Forums and blogs: Relevant forums, blogs and public discussions are mapped.

Report and assessment: Findings are presented in context with clear source attribution.

What's included

What we check

  • Norwegian and international news sources
  • Public social media profiles
  • Blogs, forums and discussion groups
  • Content is systematically assessed against defined categories.
  • Structured and verifiable methodology
  • Findings are assessed for relevance and context

Why it works

What you actually get out of it

Structured and documented search

We follow a structured search methodology through search engines, social media, news and forums. All findings are verifiable and source-documented.

Neutral findings, your decision

We present what we find, with source and context. It's you as the employer who assesses whether the findings are relevant to the role and the candidate's suitability.

100% within legal boundaries

We never obtain private information or use unlawful methods. Everything is based on publicly available sources and complies with GDPR.

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