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Why Was I Sent to Konfir?

Explains why you’ve been redirected and what Konfir does.

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Written by Jacob
Updated over 6 months ago

If you’ve been redirected to Konfir while trying to request an employment reference, it means the organisation you contacted now uses Konfir Respond to handle all verification requests.

It's FREE: Obtaining a reference through Konfir Respond is always free


What is Konfir Respond?

Konfir Respond is a government-certified platform that securely provides verified employment and income data - with the applicant’s consent - on behalf of their current or former employer.

Why Organisations use Konfir Respond

The organisation you've contacted for a reference uses Konfir Respond to:

  • Stop manually replying to reference requests

  • Reduce the risk of sending inaccurate or non-compliant data

  • Improve turnaround times for applicants and verifiers

  • Eliminate the need to store or send personal data

Why this benefits you

  • Faster responses - most verifications are returned within minutes

  • More accurate data - no subjective input, no manual mistakes; your reference is backed by HMRC, payroll, or banking data

  • Secure & compliant - Konfir is certified to UKDIATF and ISO 27001 standards

  • Free to use - no cost to you or the applicant

What to do next

Simply follow the link provided by the organisation - it will take you to their branded Konfir Respond page. From there, you can request a reference quickly and securely.

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