# Background Check ## Background Check Folio verifies the identity and credentials of healthcare professionals on the platform to maintain trust, ensure accurate matching, and meet the standards required by AI training project clients. ### What Folio Verifies Folio's verification process may include: * **Identity verification** — Confirming that you are who you claim to be * **Professional credentials** — Verifying licenses, certifications, and institutional affiliations relevant to your specialty * **NPI number** — For physicians and other eligible providers, confirming registration in the National Provider Identifier registry * **University enrollment or email** — For students, confirming active enrollment at an accredited institution * **Work ID or professional license** — Uploaded documentation of a current license or institutional badge For details on the in-platform verification steps, see [Settings → Verification](file:///5311092/getting-started/settings.md). ### Verification Process 1. After completing your profile, navigate to **Settings** → **Verification**. 2. Select the verification method(s) applicable to your role (NPI, university email, work ID, or LinkedIn). 3. Submit the required information or documentation. 4. Folio reviews your submission — you will be notified once verification is complete. > Verification status is displayed on your Folio profile and visible to project managers reviewing your application. ### Third-Party Providers For certain verification types, Folio may use third-party identity or background check providers. Where this applies: * Only the information necessary for verification is shared with the provider. * Your data is handled in accordance with the provider's privacy policy and applicable law. * Results are returned to Folio and reflected in your verification status. ### Data Privacy and Fairness * Verification data is used solely to confirm your eligibility and credentials for Folio projects. * Folio does not use verification data for purposes unrelated to platform eligibility. * Folio complies with applicable equal employment and fair chance laws when considering verification results. * You may request information about what data Folio holds about you. See [AI & Data Usage](https://docs.folio.works/policies/broken-reference). ### Questions If you have questions about verification status or a discrepancy in your results, contact .