Is LiveRec legit, and what does it check to keep job seekers safe?
US rules and agencies as of 30 Oct 2026. Official links checked on 30 October 2026.
Is LiveRec legit? It checks US companies against an official business registry, confirms recruiters' client agreements, requires two-step verification for employer and recruiter accounts, and lets you report any job or employer for a person on the team to review. It does not guarantee that every posting or message is genuine, so keep checking.
Employers
A US company gives its legal name, 9-digit EIN and state of registration. The check confirms the business exists and is in good standing with that state. A pass earns the Verified business badge on the public company page. The badge does not rate the workplace. Companies outside the US, such as in India, can post jobs without the badge. Employer accounts require two-step verification with an authenticator app.
Recruiters
A Live Recruiter works on behalf of a client company only after the client agreement is uploaded, the client contact confirms it from an emailed link, and LiveRec reviews and approves it. Recruiter accounts also require two-step verification.
Job seekers
You can verify your identity with a photo ID and selfie, or complete self-verification (a questionnaire and documents a person reviews). Employers see badges for checks you passed, never your ID images. Background checks run only when an employer orders one and you consent.
Reporting
Use Report job on a posting, or Report employer on a company page. The reasons include Fake job, Asks me for money, and Impersonating a company or person. Reports are private; the employer is not told who reported. You add optional detail up to 2,000 characters, and our team reviews every report. You need to be signed in to report. LiveRec does not tell you the outcome of a review.
What LiveRec does not do
- A badge is not a guarantee of an employer's practices.
- Verification is by registry for US companies; other countries are not covered by the badge.
- LiveRec cannot see messages you receive outside the platform, such as on WhatsApp or text.
What each check means for you
| Who | Check | What you can rely on | What you cannot |
|---|---|---|---|
| US employer | Registration check with EIN, legal name and state | The business exists and is in good standing | That it treats workers well |
| Employer or recruiter account | Two-step verification with an authenticator app | The account is harder to take over | That every message is honest |
| Recruiter | Client agreement uploaded, confirmed by the client contact, approved by LiveRec | The recruiter has a documented client | That a specific job will lead to an offer |
| Job seeker | Optional identity or self-verification | Employers see the badge, not your ID images | Anything about the employer |
Step by step: how to use LiveRec safely
- Browse postings at /jobs.
- Open the company page and look for the Verified business badge.
- Run the checks in verify an employer, especially the company's own careers page.
- Keep conversations on the platform where possible and use video interviews inside LiveRec.
- If a posting or message asks for money, a check or early SSN, stop and use Report job or Report employer.
Common mistakes
- Reading a badge as an endorsement.
- Moving to a messaging app when asked. See fake recruiters on messaging apps.
- Sending ID documents to anyone outside the platform's identity step.
How this compares with the FTC's advice
The FTC says honest employers never ask you to pay for a job and that you should search the company and talk to someone you trust. LiveRec's checks add a registry check for US employers, but they sit alongside your own checks, not instead of them.
FAQ
Does LiveRec ever ask for my password? No. Support never asks for your password or codes.
Where do I report a security flaw? Email [email protected].
Does the Verified badge mean the job is guaranteed? No. It means the registration check passed. It does not rate the workplace or promise a hire.
How do I report a job on LiveRec? Open the job and choose Report job, or open a company page and choose Report employer. You need to be signed in.
Sources
- FTC, Job scams: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/job-scams (accessed 30 Oct 2026)
Next step: Report a job on LiveRec.
This is general information, not legal, tax or immigration advice. Rules change and your situation may differ. Consult a licensed attorney or qualified adviser.