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Xref Overview

What is Xref?

Simplify your talent journey and make confident, people-focused decisions with Xref. Xref is a best-in-class, global solution that services HR professionals across all industries. Since 2010, Xref has been trusted by businesses all over the world to empower great people decisions. Our vision is to bring data-informed feedback to the talent lifecycle. Catering for the niche needs of the HR industry, Xref automates reference, pulse and exit surveys, for data-driven, actionable insights. Accessible from any device, and with multi-language capabilities, Xref integrates with multiple leading HR tools and ATS platforms to offer seamless, end-to-end workflows to recruit, retain and remember your talent with ease. Popular features: Templates and custom surveys - Using a template, you can create a survey request in 30 seconds. By using our library of best-practice survey questions, you can reduce unconscious bias. Or create your own customised survey for any role. Talent Pool - Candidates, referees and departing employees can opt-in to to a talent pool to be hired by your organisation. On average, our customers have a 60% opt-in rate. The talent pool automatically collates skills, competencies and preferred roles to reduce recruitment spend and make filling your next open role easier. Suspicious activity detection- Xref's unique algorithm monitors for unusual activity during a reference and raises a red flag if anything suspicious is detected, like a fraudulent reference, helping give you confidence in your hires.

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Product Description

Xref is trusted by businesses globally to offer reference, background and ID checks that are fast, simple and secure.

How do you position yourself against your competitors?

With an average user rating of 4.7 stars out of 5, G2 ranks Xref as the #1 reference checking software globally. Xref has an average global rating of 4.8 stars on Google. 98% of our automated reference checks are returned, completed.

Relevant and valuable insights - A reference check with Xref delivers 60% more insights compared to phone-based checks.

Easy to use - No programming skills needed. 93% of our G2 users say Xref’s intuitive platform is easy to use.

Save time - Xref reference checks are returned completed, on average in 18 hours with 60% being completed outside of standard business hours.

24/7 support, no call centres - As a global business, we have local customer support in your geography. Xref offers a reliable tech solution with dedicated account managers. It’s an enterprise-ready solution that scales with businesses as they grow.

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Xref is a best-in-class, global solution that services HR professionals across all industries. Since 2010, Xref has been on a mission to bring data-driven feedback to the talent lifecycle. Catering for the niche needs of the HR industry, Xref automates reference and exit surveys, for data-driven actionable insights. Accessible from any device, Xref integrates with multiple leading HR tools and ATS platforms to offer seamless, end-to-end workflows.

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Verified UserEnterprise (> 1000 emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"Xref with ease"
Easy to use application, and great tracking protocols for candidates and referees, I've used Xref now in multiple roles and have seen the enhanceme...
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Verified UserMid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"It's efficient and easy to use!"
The layout. Very simple and easy to use!
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Dorothy K.Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
5.0 out of 5
"HR Generalist III"
How easy it is to use. the metric. Information about IP address being used more than 1 time.

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How to navigate Xref - discover how to view and manage requests, surveys, and people, find organisation insights, access settings, and locate product guides and tutorials.
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How to navigate Xref - discover how to view and manage requests, surveys, and people, find organisation insights, access settings, and locate product guides and tutorials.
Send an Exit Survey request - easily send an Exit Survey request to up to 5,000 departing employees at once. Uncover key reasons for leaving and gain insights into your organisation’s eNPS score.
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Send an Exit Survey request - easily send an Exit Survey request to up to 5,000 departing employees at once. Uncover key reasons for leaving and gain insights into your organisation’s eNPS score.
How to use Xref’s Pulse Surveys -  you can view and customise your survey results with advanced filtering and sorting and see participation levels, organisational strengths, and areas for improvement
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How to use Xref’s Pulse Surveys - you can view and customise your survey results with advanced filtering and sorting and see participation levels, organisational strengths, and areas for improvement
How to read a Reference Report - this video includes how to identify unusual activity flags and where to review key information like sentiment, word count, and feedback coverage
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How to read a Reference Report - this video includes how to identify unusual activity flags and where to review key information like sentiment, word count, and feedback coverage
How to request a Reference Survey - this video shows you how to request a reference on Xref, including adding background checks and setting up your reference requirements or language options.
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How to request a Reference Survey - this video shows you how to request a reference on Xref, including adding background checks and setting up your reference requirements or language options.
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Xref Pros and Cons

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Verified User in Airlines/Aviation
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Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

Its easy to use and implement, flexible in design and the customer support is excellent Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

There is nothing to highlight that I dislike Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

Great benchmarking tool to monitor engagement over time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Shieanne Dcruz of Xref

Thanks for leaving us such an excellent review. We are thrilled to hear you find our surveys flexible and easy-to-use and that the insights from Xref Engage benchmarking tool help you know where you stand out and opportunities for improvement.

We always love to hear from our customers how our friendly support team and user-friendly platform support their organisational needs.

Thanks again for your review.

Lavi G.
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Senior Executive Human Resources
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

Xref i have recently started using it has helped me strore the references of our upcoming hires, also we can contact them for the opportunity we have based on their profiles Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

As of now I don't have anything to dislike about it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

It is benefiting us to upload the reference check data and contact them for future roles Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Ellie Wiseman of Xref

Hi Lavi,

Thank you so much for your 5-star review!

We’re so pleased to hear that you benefit from being able to securely store reference data and are utilising our Talent Pool feature! Our customers save time and reduce recruitment costs by offering referees the chance to opt-in to hear about career opportunities at the organisation. HR and recruitment professionals like yourself can search and filter the Talent Pool by roles, skills, and core competencies to find potential new hires.

Thanks again for your review, Lavi!

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
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Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

An independent body to manage staff surveys to ensure anonymity. Benchmarking to other similar organisations is a great feature. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

More open ended questions or an opportunity to comment under each category Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

Independent management. Benchmarking. Automatic reporting. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi there,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review. We are glad to hear you find value in the expert advice and external management offered as part of your Xref Engage surveys. Our benchmarking and tailored reporting tools are some of our customers' favourites!

With regard to your feedback about more open-ended questions, we can help you tailor your survey to suit your needs, so make sure you ask our expert team when creating your next survey for more free text options.

Thanks again for your 5-star review.

Verified User in Airlines/Aviation
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Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

The abilty to give a brief insight into candidates. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Group requests can take some time to put together. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

Providing brief insights into candidates with the abitlity to read deeper. Spots AI, and IP issues. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Shieanne Dcruz of Xref

Thank you for taking the time to leave your review.

It’s great to hear that our platform is giving you insights about your potential candidates. We know how important this information can be for making informed hiring decisions.

We agree that one of the significant advantages of using Xref is the ability to flag suspicious candidate activity and we’re pleased to hear that the assurance Xref offers has added confidence to your recruitment process.

Thanks once again for your review.

Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
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Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

Xref engage data and flexibility is really helpful to inform our people initiatives. Louise and the team have been amazing in supporting our organisation to measure and progress our employees' engagement. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Some opportunities to improve viewing and reporting format. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

How to obtain valuable insights from our people across a diverse and dispersed workforce. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Shieanne Dcruz of Xref

Thank you so much for your positive review! We are thrilled to hear about your experience in gaining valuable insights from the Xref Engage Data Studio. In addition, we have passed on your special mention to Dr. Louise and the team.

With regard to your comment about improving the viewing and reporting features, you’re welcome to get in touch with our support team to share your thoughts. Our team would be happy to assist you in any way, if possible.

Decades of experience in giving employees a voice, enable us to tailor data-driven surveys to drive real organisational change so we’re happy to hear that Xref Engage is helping you cultivate a strong, positive workplace culture.

Thanks again for leaving us a review.

Zach R.
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Duty Manager
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
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What do you like best about Xref?

I like that from the employer point of view it takes a few minutes to hit send, and then we get an easy to use report back. It puts the pressure on the candidate to ensure that their reference completes what they need to do they can get a job Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

I dislike the 2 step authentication. I'd be fine once a day but having to do that multiple times a day gets a bit frustrating. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

They are solving time issues. Conducting a reference check takes about 15-30 mins to complete and ensure notes are taken. By using a ref we gain that time back. For each applicant that could be an hour back in my day. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi Zach, thank you for leaving a review. We’re thrilled that you find Xref saves you time, allowing you to focus on other tasks in your day.

With regard to your feedback about 2-step authentication, we understand this may be annoying, but we want to protect your information and keep the privacy of your candidates.

We’re glad to hear you find the feedback returned is easy to use so you to make informed decisions about who you hire.

Thanks again for leaving a 5-star review.

AC
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What do you like best about Xref?

Saves time trying to call referees. Most people don't like to answer unknown numbers these days but regularly check their emails where they can quickly submit their references. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Once a candidate submits a reference, they cannot add another, and I have to send them a new link Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

No time wasted trying to contact references Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi Ashling,

Thank you for your 5-star review!

You are right, many people don't answer unknown phone numbers or don't have time for unexpected calls. Xref helps overcome the phone-tag challenge by allowing referees to complete a reference check in their own time. On average, a reference check is returned on average within 18 hours, meaning organisations reduce time to hire. Automated reference checking saves both the organisation and referee time.

With regard to your feedback about sending a new link if a candidate wishes to update their referees, there are a few scenarios where you don't need to send a new link and information can be updated. You can unlock a reference request if you would like your candidate to add another referee or if your candidate needs to edit referee information this can be done before the reference is completed. Our friendly Customer Success team can show you how to do this. Please reach out to them at support@xref.com

Thanks again for your review Ashling, we are thrilled to hear Xref is saving you time!

EP
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What do you like best about Xref?

Its a convenient program that helps easy my workload. The responses are in depth and really helpful Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Not that much if I am honest. I have really not had any negatives to say about it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

Helping me collect references while I work on other things. Helps my workload a lot easier Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi Eleanor,

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.

We are absolutely thrilled to hear Xref helps ease your workload. The automation works well in the background, collecting references and collating insights while you focus on other tasks. While convenient, it also offers confidence in who you are hiring providing an audit trail to support due diligence.

Thanks again for your review Eleanor.

AG
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What do you like best about Xref?

It is so convenient and easy to use. It is like set and forget and it does all the work for you. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Nothing really. I like Xref and all features Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

Conducts ref checks and CV check for me. Saves so much time if I do this myself or on different platforms. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi Astha, thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are happy to hear Xref is convenient and easy to use and you like all the features.

Xref's integrations with 30+ Applicant tracking systems and numerous pre-employment checking partners means you can conduct your reference checks and other pre-employment checks all in one place. It saves plenty of time not having to jump around different platforms to request the checks and also brings the reports back in one place so you can find information with ease.

Thanks again for leaving a review Astha.

DS
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What do you like best about Xref?

The automation, not having to manually contact referees which is time consuming. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Xref?

Integration with our recruitment system needs improvements to get the best out of the tool. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Xref solving and how is that benefiting you?

It's automating the reference checking process and the anti-fraud features reduce fraudulent candidates from slipping through the cracks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Response from Annalise Richardson of Xref

Hi Dylan,

Thank you for your 5-star review. We're thrilled you find Xref makes checking references simple and secure. The automation reduces the time consuming and repetitive tasks often involved in a traditional reference check.

With regard to your feedback about improving our integration with your recruitment system, can you please let us know what system you use? If you reach out to our Customer Success team, they can explore your settings and share some hints and tips on getting the most out of the integration- support@xref.com

Like you Dylan, many of our customers also like our Suspicious Activity detection as it helps make you aware of any fraudulent activity in relation to your reference check. This ensures you can hire with confidence.

Thanks again for your review Dylan.