REFERENCE CHECK POWER
Automated Reference Checking for Recruitment
Agencies
Refme is an automated reference checking platform that sends SMS and email requests, collects structured responses, and generates audit-ready reports fast. Complete reference checks in hours, not days. See how Refme works.
Free 30-Day Trial, Unlimited Reference Checks, No Payment Required.
We've made Refence Checking Fast, Automated and Unbelievably Affordable.
Most recruitment teams spend hours chasing referees, filling spreadsheets, and sending manual follow-ups. Old reference tools lock you into subscriptions, generic templates don’t fit your clients’ needs, and compliance risks sit with you.
Reference checking shouldn’t slow down placements, it should accelerate them.
Refme fixes that.
Save up to 70% on Reference Checking Fees. Start Your Free 30-Day Trial
Pay-as-you-go
No lock in contracts
Only 5 per check
Unlimited Custom Question Sets
SMS & Email Included
Advanced Reports for Compliance
ATS Integrated
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The Most Affordable Reference Checking Software for Recruiters
Only $5 Per Check
Pay-as-you-go reference checking. No subscriptions, no lock-in contracts, and no wasted spend. Simple.
Fast and Accurate
Complete reference checks in hours instead of days with structured, consistent responses every time.
Fully Automated
Automated SMS and email delivery with reminders. No manual follow-ups or chasing referees.
ATS Integrated
Trigger, track, and store reference checks directly from your ATS workflow (Bullhorn, JobAdder, Vincere, and more.
Why Recruiters Choose Refme
SMS & Email Reference Requests
Send automated reference checking requests via SMS and email. Referees complete mobile-friendly forms in minutes.
Fully Customizable Questionnaires
Build structured questionnaires for different roles, clients, industries, or compliance requirements.
Pay-Per-Check Pricing
Only pay when you actually run a reference. No subscriptions. No hidden fees. No long-term lock-in.
Works with Your ATS
Trigger, track, and store reference checks directly from your ATS workflow (Bullhorn, JobAdder, Vincere, and more).
How Refme Works
01
Send the Request
Trigger a reference check from RefMe or directly from your ATS (Bullhorn, JobAdder, Vincere and more).
02
Auto SMS & Email Delivery
Referees receive a branded form and automated reminders until completion.
03
Receive a Structured, Audit-Ready Report
View and share completed reference reports instantly with hiring managers. No calls, no chasing, no inconsistencies.
What Clients Say
“SHAZAMME is an intuitive and innovative platform. Their customer service, care and response times have been awesome and our migration went without a hitch.”
Rupert Harvey
“Highly recommended!
They are very easy to talk to. They listen to what you need and get things done. Best team I've ever worked with.. 10 stars if I can!”
Nicole Pujol
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The Shazamme team is always there to help. Great professional service!"
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“Shazamme have built our website and worked with other service providers to build integrations. The team at Shazamme have been fantastic to deal with and provided great advice along the way. Thanks team.”
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Simple, Transparent Pay-Per-Check Pricing.
Start with a free 30-day trial and run unlimited reference checks at no cost.
After the trial, pay only when you run a check - $5 per check.
No subscriptions, no hidden fees, no long-term lock-in.
Refme vs Xref vs Referoo
Refme gives recruiters flexibility, control and real cost savings without losing speed, quality or compliance.
| Label | Refme | Xref | Referoo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing model | ✅ Pay-per-check | ⚠️ Monthly / subscription | ⚠️ Monthly / subscription |
| Custom question sets | ✅ Unlimited, per role / per client | ⚠️ Limited templates | ⚠️ Limited templates |
| SMS + email included | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Often extra | ⚠️ Often extra |
| White-label branding | ✅ Your brand, not ours | ❌ No | ⚠️ Partial |
| ATS integration | ✅ Built for Bullhorn, JobAdder, Vincere | ⚠️ API setup | ⚠️ API setup |
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The Upgrade Your Reference Checkings Need
Manual chasing, compliance gaps, and high costs became normal. RefMe exists to remove those problems, simply and affordably.
Manual reference checking is a hidden cost
Most teams underestimate how much time reference checks really take. Chasing referees, following up, documenting responses, and storing records quietly eats hours every week.
RefMe removes that manual work without changing how recruiters hire.
Reference checks are a compliance risk when done informally
Emails, phone calls, and spreadsheets leave gaps. Missing records, inconsistent questions, and untraceable responses create exposure when audits, disputes, or client checks happen.
RefMe creates structured, audit-ready records automatically, without extra effort.
Candidates expect digital, fast processes
Candidates are used to SMS, online forms, and instant communication. Slow or outdated reference processes damage the candidate experience and reflect poorly on the brand.
RefMe meets candidates where they already are, improving completion rates without friction.
Speed directly affects placement success
Delays in reference checks slow offers, increase drop-offs, and risk losing candidates to competitors.
RefMe reduces turnaround from days to hours, helping recruiters close roles faster.
One-size-fits-all questions reduce reference quality
Generic templates lead to vague, low-value responses that add little insight.
RefMe allows role-specific, client-specific questions so references provide information that actually matters.
Traditional tools lock teams into expensive commitments
Subscriptions, minimum volumes, and long contracts force teams to overpay, even when hiring slows.
RefMe’s pay-per-check model removes commitment risk and aligns cost with real usage.
Recruiters already have enough
systems
Adding another disconnected tool creates more admin, not less.
RefMe integrates into existing ATS workflows, reducing double handling and keeping processes familiar.
Good reference checking should be invisible
When reference checks work properly, recruiters barely think about them.
RefMe runs quietly in the background so recruiters can focus on placements, relationships, and revenue.
Trust comes from transparency, not
hype
Free access without payment details, clear pricing, and no lock-in contracts reduce risk for teams trying something new.
RefMe earns trust by letting teams experience the value before paying.
Small improvements compound at
scale
Saving 20–30 minutes per reference check adds up across dozens or hundreds of placements.
RefMe turns small efficiency gains into measurable operational impact over time.
What is RefMe and how does it work?
RefMe is an automated reference checking platform that sends SMS/email requests, collects structured answers, and generates audit-ready reports.
Why is RefMe better than manual reference checking?
It completes reference checks in hours instead of days, removes admin, improves consistency and integrates directly with your ATS.
Is RefMe a good alternative to Referoo or Xref?
Yes. Agencies choose RefMe for its faster setup, lower cost, structured reporting and ATS integrations. It’s often selected as a simpler and more cost-effective alternative.
How much does RefMe cost?
RefMe charges $5 per candidate, making it one of the most affordable reference checking tools globally.
Does RefMe integrate with Bullhorn, JobAdder and Vincere?
Yes. RefMe integrates via StackSync and allows recruiters to trigger reference checks directly from their ATS workflow.
How long do reference checks take using RefMe?
Most references are completed in a few hours due to automated SMS and email reminders.
Is RefMe compliant for global recruitment markets?
Yes. RefMe is hosted on ISO 27001-certified infrastructure with encrypted data handling and audit-ready reporting.
Can I customise reference questions and forms?
Yes. You can create templates for different industries, job types or compliance requirements.
Does RefMe support international recruiters?
Yes. RefMe sends SMS and email to global numbers and supports multiple brands and regions.
Can I download or share reference reports?
Reports export as PDFs or flow directly into your ATS.
Does RefMe reduce reference fraud?
Yes. Identity checks, unique URLs and anti-duplicate systems reduce fraudulent submissions.
Is there a free trial?
Yes — RefMe includes a 14-day free trial for all new users.
