With the combined support of Bchex and our partner, Biometric Information Management, you can access fully customizable fingerprinting and data management services to meet your needs.
Never misplace applicant background data again! Safely store applicant fingerprint data and other sensitive background check information in the Cryms data management platform.
Confidently store information from all of your organization's background screens, including applicant demographic information, digital fingerprint files, criminal history records, and more.
Enjoy worry-free data protection. Keep sensitive applicant data fully encrypted in compliance with FBI Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) security policy requirements.
Applicants can schedule their own appointments. Inside the Cryms portal, users select from days, times, and locations you've pre-approved. Users can also use the portal to complete electronic waivers before their appointment.
See where each applicant is in the background check process. Check scheduled fingerprinting appointments, verify applicant data, and stay on top of upcoming background check renewals—all with an easy-to-use dashboard.
We provide fingerprinting services across multiple U.S. states with digital submission support, FBI background processing (where applicable), and state-compliant fingerprinting workflows.
| State | Service Availability | Submission Type |
|---|---|---|
| California | High Availability | FBI + State (Live Scan) |
| Texas | High Availability | FBI + State + Employment Background Checks |
| Florida | High Availability | FBI + State |
| New York | High Availability | FBI + State |
| Illinois | High Availability | FBI + State |
| Pennsylvania | High Availability | FBI + State-specific background clearance |
| Ohio | High Availability | FBI + State |
| Georgia | High Availability | FBI + State + Employer Background Screening |
| Washington | High Availability | FBI + State |
| Arizona | High Availability | FBI + State |
Live Scan fingerprinting is a digital method of capturing your fingerprints using an electronic scanner instead of ink. Your fingerprints are taken and securely sent to authorized agencies like the FBI or state databases for background checks. It is fast, clean, and more accurate than traditional ink fingerprinting.
To get fingerprinted, you usually book an appointment at an authorized fingerprinting location. At your visit, your identity is verified, and your fingerprints are captured using a digital scanner. The data is then securely submitted to the required agency for processing, such as the FBI or state authorities.
Ink fingerprinting uses physical ink and paper to capture prints, which are then mailed for processing. Live Scan is digital and captures fingerprints electronically, sending them directly to agencies. Live Scan is faster, cleaner, and more accurate, while ink fingerprinting is older and takes longer to process.
Yes, you must bring a valid government-issued photo ID such as a passport, driver’s license, or national ID card. This is required to verify your identity before fingerprinting. Without proper ID, the fingerprinting process cannot be completed, as it is a key step for security and compliance.

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