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border-right-width:1px;border-right-color:var(--wp--preset--color--black); padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2);\" class=\"has-text-align-center has-link-color wp-elements-1e20e747939e3458765ab321928f59b7 wp-block-post-title has-text-color has-violet-500-color has-sm-font-size\">Nicole Lee<\/h6>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-style:none;border-left-width:0px;padding-left:0\">Published<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-post-date has-sm-font-size\"><time datetime=\"2024-01-10T16:32:15+00:00\">Jan 10, 2024<\/time><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">Updated<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n  <p class=\"has-sm-font-size\" style=\"border-left-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-700);border-left-width:1px;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--2)\">10 mins read<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull blog-image-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized blog-template-image\">\n    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2024\/10\/Image-option-purple.png\"\n          alt=\"Image\"\n          style=\"object-fit:cover;width:864px;height:561px\"\/>\n<\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:66px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:30%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group sticky-side-panel is-vertical is-content-justification-stretch is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-12 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex wp-container-2 is-position-sticky\">\n<p class=\"has-lg-font-size\" style=\"border-bottom-color:var(--wp--preset--color--neutral-200);border-bottom-width:0.1rem;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\"><strong>Contents<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"content-single-table-content\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"content-wrapper\" class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:70%\">\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group content_single content_single--blog content-single-content-wysiwyg wysiwyg content-wrapper has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--4)\">\n  As digital footprints define our online identities, employers have begun to ask whether pre-employment social media background checks should become necessary to <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/state-of-recruitment-report\/\">optimise hiring<\/a>. Social media\u2019s popularity means that the virtual lives of potential candidates might be an important part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/recruitment-process-guide\/\">recruitment process<\/a>.\n\nLet\u2019s discuss the intricacies of pre-employment social media screening, how it can contribute to your hiring process, what to look out for during the screening as well as the privacy, ethics and legal implications involved.\n<h2 id=\"what-is-pre-employment-social-media-screening\">What is pre-employment social media screening?<\/h2>\nPre-employment social media screening involves researching a potential candidate\u2019s social media profiles and activity while they are applying for a job.\n\nThis is normally done before the hiring process as a screening measure to check for any possible issues with a candidate\u2019s presence on social media sites like LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and X (previously known as Twitter).\n<h2 id=\"are-social-media-background-checks-legal\">Are social media background checks legal?<\/h2>\nWhile public social media is available for all to view, using social media for background checks can be a grey area depending on where you are and what kind of information is derived. The information commonly posted on social media includes education, work experience and extracurricular activities \u2013 all of which are normally covered during the hiring process.\n\nHowever, many profiles contain details that companies may be legally prohibited from considering, such as gender, race, ethnicity, disability status, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, political views and pregnancy status. Recruitment practices have specific legal standards to limit discrimination and keep the focus of hiring on workplace behaviour.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/nypost.com\/2023\/09\/18\/ny-now-bars-bosses-from-accessing-private-social-media-of-workers-job-applicants\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">In New York<\/a>, employers have been barred from asking job candidates and employees for access to their private social media accounts, especially for hiring or disciplinary purposes. Meanwhile, the EU has been ahead of the curve <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.com\/news\/technology-40592516\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">since 2018<\/a> with GDPR legislation prohibiting social media checks without legal grounds and appropriate disclosure.\n\nGenerally, taking a look at a candidate\u2019s social media profile is great for getting to know them better as long as we pay attention to legal considerations and stay mindful of the potential for bias in our hiring decisions.\n<h2 id=\"how-can-a-social-media-background-check-uncover-relevant-skills-and-qualifications\">How can a social media background check uncover relevant skills and qualifications?<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"two women having a work discussion\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-33593 size-large\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image1-1-1024x601.png\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-1024x601.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-768x451.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-1536x901.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-864x508.png 864w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1-440x258.png 440w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image1-1.png 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\nIt\u2019s natural that potential candidates put their best foot forward during interviews \u2013 social media background checks can help verify whether their disclosures are legitimate. In some cases, an applicant\u2019s social media presence can actually boost their chances of getting hired if it demonstrates desirable skills and qualifications.\n<h3 id=\"can-it-help-with-evaluating-a-candidates-cultural-fit\">Can it help with evaluating a candidate&#8217;s cultural fit?<\/h3>\nReviewing an applicant\u2019s social media accounts can help provide insight on their personality and their way of thinking, adding to the information already disclosed in career documents like resumes and cover letters. This can help you find out whether an employee will suit your organisation\u2019s company culture.\n\nSocial media also lacks the stress of an interview situation \u2013 it\u2019s a rare opportunity to observe someone in a more natural, casual setting, which can unearth more clues about who they are as a person.\n\nIf you haven\u2019t started the hiring process for a specific role, looking up potential candidates on social media platforms like LinkedIn can even give you an idea of what to expect, allowing you to better prepare for the <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/hiring-interview-checklists\/\">interview process<\/a>.\n<h3 id=\"what-are-some-red-flags-to-look-out-for\">What are some red flags to look out for?<\/h3>\nSocial media searches reveal much more than just positive personality traits in employees \u2013 they can also tell you whether a candidate is suitable for the role by showing online behaviour that may become a problem further down the line. These <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/interview-red-flags\/\">red flags<\/a> include:\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Inappropriate, explicit or offensive content<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Discriminatory, racist or sexist language<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Violent or aggressive language and behaviour<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Evidence of illegal activities<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Evidence of drug and alcohol abuse<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Evidence of dishonesty in career documents<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Complaints about past or present employers and colleagues<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Disclosure of confidential information related to past or present employers and colleagues<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Any other activities and undesirable characteristics that may be a liability to your organisation\u2019s reputation, security and ethics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"popular-social-media-platforms\">Popular social media platforms<\/h2>\nSocial media channels are a-plenty, but the most common ones will be enough to get to know your potential hire better. LinkedIn is one of the most popular social networking sites to check as it effectively functions as a secondary resume \u2013 it\u2019s the most relevant to the hiring process as it shows an employee\u2019s professional presence.\n\nIn fact, it\u2019s almost implicit that employers will check a candidate\u2019s LinkedIn profile as it is one of the most popular platforms for job hunting and job posting outside of job listing aggregator sites like Indeed.\n\nEmployers also look to social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X (formerly known as Twitter) to get a better sense of job applicants as individuals outside of work.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"a person scrolling through their Instagram feed on their phone\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-33592 size-large\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image2-1-1024x601.png\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-1024x601.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-768x451.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-1536x901.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-864x508.png 864w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1-440x258.png 440w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image2-1.png 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n<h2 id=\"are-there-privacy-concerns-with-social-media-screening\">Are there privacy concerns with social media screening?<\/h2>\nWhile a social media background check can be useful for getting to know an employee, there are significant privacy concerns in specific situations.\n\nSome employers may think it is appropriate to ask potential hires to provide login credentials for their social media profiles \u2013 this is technically not illegal in some places, but it definitely steps into privacy invasion territory. Other employers may request access to private profiles, which could also be an uncomfortable invasion that affects <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/candidate-experience-checklist\/\">your candidate\u2019s experience<\/a>.\n\nIt is imperative that employers approach social media screening with caution, sensitivity and respect for privacy, with additional attention to comply with relevant laws and regulations related to data protection. If you have a social media background check policy, you should clearly communicate it up front and obtain consent from candidates if necessary.\n\nFor a comprehensive understanding of the role of social media in recruitment, check out our<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/social-media-in-recruitment\/\"> guide on harnessing the power of social media in recruitment<\/a>, which explores how to attract top talent and promote your employer brand.\n<h2 id=\"what-information-should-employers-consider-during-screening\">What information should employers consider during screening?<\/h2>\nKeeping in mind what to look out for in a social media background check will help you maintain consistency and confidentiality during your hiring process. Consider information that is already available on public profiles or professional websites, such as LinkedIn, GitHub, StackOverflow, Behance, Dribbble, Medium and other portfolio platforms, as they are more relevant to your intended purpose.\n\nIf you\u2019re going for personal <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/social-media-policy\/\">social media profiles<\/a> on sites like Facebook, stick to public profiles and pay attention to anything that can either be problematic or encouraging.\n\nFor more strategies on candidate engagement and improving your hiring process, read our article on<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/candidate-engagement-strategies\/\"> effective candidate engagement strategies.<\/a>\n<h2 id=\"how-can-employers-run-social-media-checks-ethically\">How can employers run social media checks ethically?<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"job candidates waiting for their turn for an interview\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-33589 size-large\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image5-1024x601.png\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-1024x601.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-768x451.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-1536x901.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-864x508.png 864w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5-440x258.png 440w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image5.png 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\nSocial media background checks are a great tool to get more insights into a job candidate, but they should be approached carefully.\n<h3 id=\"establish-transparent-and-consistent-guidelines\">Establish transparent and consistent guidelines<\/h3>\nLegal compliance is one thing \u2013 having a clear procedure outlined with key points to consider, documentation, risk categories and guidance on screening procedures will prevent bigger problems such as discrimination allegations further down the line.\n<h3 id=\"consider-context-and-personal-bias-during-evaluations\">Consider context and personal bias during evaluations<\/h3>\nUnderstanding the nuances behind why an employee said something on social media will help with seeing them as complete individuals outside of how they represent themselves in their personal and professional lives. Make sure to evaluate candidates based on publicly available information and job-relevant criteria instead of personal factors like age, race and gender.\n<h3 id=\"communicate-your-social-media-screening-policies-to-candidates\">Communicate your social media screening policies to candidates<\/h3>\nEthically disclosing your policies ahead of time and getting consent to use personal data doesn\u2019t just help you avoid legal issues \u2013 your transparency on what you\u2019re looking for and how the data will be used gives candidates the chance to opt out if they are uncomfortable.\n\nTo delve into the ethical considerations and limitations of AI in recruitment, explore our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/ai-in-recruitment\/\">AI in recruitment: strategies, ethics and limitations.<\/a>\n<h3 id=\"acknowledge-inconsistency-of-information-in-social-media-screening\">Acknowledge inconsistency of information in social media screening<\/h3>\nSocial media isn\u2019t the best representation of a person, especially when there are duplicate profiles or false information involved. Some candidates may be less active on social media, while some may not even have social media in the first place.\n<h3 id=\"select-screeners-that-are-capable-and-impartial\">Select screeners that are capable and impartial<\/h3>\nGetting someone who isn\u2019t involved in the hiring process such as a third party social media screening service or HR department personnel is one of the best ways to guarantee that the screenings conducted are nondiscriminatory.\n\nThe screeners involved should know what kind of job-related information is required and only pass that on to the hiring manager \u2013 that way, any hiring decision-makers involved will get the necessary information needed to pick an employee without any <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/conflict-of-interest-template\/\">conflict of interest<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/unconscious-bias-in-recruitment\/\">hiring bias<\/a>.\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-alternatives-to-social-media-screening\">What are the alternatives to social media screening?<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"two people having an interview where one person is looking at the other person's resume\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-33591 size-large\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/image3-1-1024x601.png\" width=\"1024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-1024x601.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-300x176.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-768x451.png 768w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-1536x901.png 1536w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-864x508.png 864w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1-440x258.png 440w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/01\/image3-1.png 1728w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\nLooking through a candidate\u2019s social media is just one of many ways to get to know them better. There are plenty of traditional and nontraditional alternatives in the recruitment process that can help you understand your next hire and <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/talent-pool-management\/\">curate your talent pool<\/a> without relying on social media background checks.\n\nPre-employment screening processes like using an <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/ats-talent-war\/\">applicant tracking system (ATS)<\/a> can take the place of social media screening, as they do the heavy lifting of filtering through applications and career documents on your behalf while also maintaining impartiality.\n\nLearn how to enhance your interview techniques and streamline your hiring processes with our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/hire-like-a-hero-webinar-part-2\/\">hire like a Hero webinar.<\/a>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/interview-guide-for-hiring-managers\/\">Structured interviews<\/a>, behavioural assessments and psychometric testing all provide insight into how someone will act in a work setting, while skills tests and work samples help you determine whether they have the abilities required for the job. If interviews can\u2019t be conducted in person, <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/resources\/101-remote-interview-questions\/\">remote interviews<\/a> and video interviews are great options to consider.\n\nIf you\u2019re looking for evidence related to a potential employee\u2019s capabilities and character, structured and legally compliant <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/reference-check\/\">reference checks<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/blog\/employment-background-checks\/\">background checks<\/a> can help verify their history and identify any possible issues.\n<h2 id=\"streamline-your-recruitment-process\">Streamline your recruitment process<\/h2>\nHiring can make or break an organisation \u2013 looking for the right kind of talent can be challenging. 91±¬ΑΟ\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/solutions\/recruitment-software\/\">recruitment software<\/a> has everything you need to grow your business, from simplified and streamlined recruitment processing, to candidate document management, all the way to <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/products\/applicant-tracking-system\/\">applicant tracking<\/a>.\n\nLet us take care of the hiring for you. <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/nz\/request-a-demo\/\">Get in touch<\/a> with one of our small business HR specialists today!\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\" data-trigger-modal=\"request-a-demo-modal\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-arrow is-style-link-arrow--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-btn-brand-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"\/resources\/?topic%5B0%5D%5B0%5D=Product\">View all<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query blog-3-col-query-loop is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 alignfull wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-2 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-57112 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized resource-type-blog\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-neutral-100-border-color has-white-background-color has-background is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-width:1px;min-height:100%\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;width:100%;height:100%; 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