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What Is RefNow?

RefNow allows companies to make smarter, more informed recruitment decisions by providing online employment reference reports.

Founded in 2019 from its London Headquarters and now operating globally to serve large organisations, startups, charities and schools.

Created out of a frustration with the time consuming referencing process, RefNow's mission is to free up peoples time from referencing with a user friendly platform offering user/team management, custom questions, and ID checks.

Who Uses RefNow?

HR Teams, Recruitment Agencies, Charities, Education, Banks, Startups

Where can RefNow be deployed?

Cloud-based
On-premises

About the vendor

  • RefNow
  • Located in London, UK
  • Founded in 2017

RefNow support

  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat

Countries available

Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland and 26 others

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

RefNow pricing

Starting Price:

GBP 12.99/one-time
  • Yes, has free trial
  • Yes, has free version

RefNow has a free version and offers a free trial. RefNow paid version starts at GBP 12.99/one-time.

Pricing plans

About the vendor

  • RefNow
  • Located in London, UK
  • Founded in 2017

RefNow support

  • Phone Support
  • 24/7 (Live rep)
  • Chat

Countries available

Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Finland and 26 others

Languages

Dutch, English, French, Spanish

RefNow videos and images

RefNow Software - Product Graphic
RefNow Software - Request Timeline
RefNow Software - Create Request
RefNow Software - View Report/Filters
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RefNow video
RefNow Software - Product Graphic
RefNow Software - Request Timeline
RefNow Software - Create Request
RefNow Software - View Report/Filters

Features of RefNow

  • Alerts/Notifications
  • Applicant Tracking
  • Bulk Reference Request
  • Email/Online
  • Reference Checking
  • Reference Request Automation
  • Reminders
  • Reporting/Analytics
  • Status Tracking
  • Survey Builder
  • Survey Library

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Reviews of RefNow

Average score

Overall
4.7
Ease of Use
4.7
Customer Service
4.6
Features
4.7
Value for Money
4.6

Reviews by company size (employees)

  • <50
  • 51-200
  • 201-1,000
  • >1,001

Find reviews by score

5
74%
4
22%
3
4%
1
0%
Jennifer
Jennifer
Lunch time supervisor in UK
Verified LinkedIn User
Education Management, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Smart & attractive website!

5.0 last month New

Comments: This is my first time using refnow and it was quick and easy to use, and input the required information.

Pros:

The information boxes were set out clearly, with optional drop down boxes. Clean and attractive website.

Cons:

n/a at this time as everything went smoothly.

Salmanul
Commercial Administration in UK
Construction, 1,001–5,000 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Easy for Use

4.0 2 months ago

Pros:

Ease of Use: The platform is intuitive and simple to navigate, making the process of collecting references quick and efficient. Time-Saving: Automating the reference checking process saves time, reducing the manual effort needed to follow up with referees.

Cons:

Lack of Personal Interaction: The automated nature of RefNow can feel impersonal compared to traditional reference checks done via phone, where more nuanced information might be gathered. Limited Customization: Some users may find that the system’s customization options for questionnaires or templates are somewhat restricted, limiting more specific inquiries.

Pippa
Nurse in UK
Hospital & Health Care, 51–200 Employees
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Quick and easy

3.0 2 weeks ago New

Comments: Good, it didn’t take a lot of effort or time to use and complete.

Pros:

Easy to use, quick, simple. You get links to complete tasks, they work quickly and easily and can do it from phone.

Cons:

It would be good to be able to add an extension number on with phone no.

Verified Reviewer
Verified LinkedIn User
2128, Self Employed
Used the Software for: Free Trial
Reviewer Source

Reference

5.0 3 months ago

Pros:

Specific and Accurate Answers The tool helps in retrieving specific details, such as news updates, statistical data, or niche information that maContent Access Restrictions Some valuable sources might be behind paywalls or restricted access, limiting the range of available Improved User Experience It enhances the quality of responses, making the interaction more useful and relevant for users

Cons:

Content Access Restrictions Some valuable sources might be behind paywalls or restricted access, limiting the range of available information. Despite these challenges, the tool is valuable for providing accurate and current information when used judiciously.

Abiodun Michael
Support worker in UK
Health, Wellness & Fitness, Self Employed
Used the Software for: 1-5 months
Reviewer Source

Review of RefNow

5.0 2 months ago New

Comments: I have enjoyed using the app and it is strongly recommended to employers

Pros:

I have found the refnow app very easy to use

Cons:

The fact that it is not complex which makes it very easy to use

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