See What They’ll See
–– Before They Do.
When senior roles, board positions, or executive appointments are on the line, your digital footprint matters.
ThistleFinder Self Check gives you a background-grade review of your online presence, delivered within 48 hours.
Confidential. Thorough. Reassuring.
The Reality of Executive Screening
Today’s hiring processes go beyond CVs and references.
Employers, boards, and due diligence teams increasingly review:
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Public social media history
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Historic comments and forum posts
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Tagged content
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Online associations
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Mentions by others
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Reddit activity
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Archived content
The question isn’t whether screening happens.
It’s whether you know what they’ll find.
Why Digital Footprint Matters
Executives and professionals face increasing scrutiny online:
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Employers, boards, and due-diligence teams review public content
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Forum comments, social media activity, and mentions by others can influence decisions
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Cached, archived, and anonymous content can resurface unexpectedly
ThistleFinder helps you understand your online presence before others do.
How It Works
STEP 01
Scan Your Professional Footprint
We review social media, forums, and public mentions relevant to your professional profile.
STEP 02
Human + Machine Review
Machine-learning identifies relevant activity; human analysts ensure accuracy and context
STEP 03
Receive Your 48-Hour Report
Structured report showing potential risks and visibility concerns — so you can proactively manage your reputation.
The Same Technology Used by Governments and Corporate Employers
ThistleFinder is powered by InstatData, trusted for open-source intelligence screening globally.
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Machine-learning + human review for precision
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Ethical and professional investigative approach
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Confidential and secure
Unlike generic AI tools, ThistleFinder identifies profiles and content with professional rigor, giving executives an accurate view of their online presence.
Protect Your Professional Reputation
Understanding your digital footprint helps you:
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Prepare for executive screening or due diligence
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Identify and manage content under your control
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Protect your reputation from misinterpretation
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Present yourself confidently to employers, boards, or recruiters
Proactive visibility management beats reactive damage control.
Your Report Includes
Social Media Activity
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter
Dating or Exercise apps
For example, Tinder and Strava
Tagged Posts & Mentions
Content posted by others
Cached & Index Content
Archived material
Name Variations
Profiles under alternate spelling
What Your Report Will Look Like
View a Sample Report
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Daniel Wright
Daniel WRIGHT is also known by the surname NICHOLLS. His presence online is usually under the pseudonym, KomodoLord (KomodoLord95).
Feedback from the customer on his
Thistle Finder Self Check Report:
I didn’t realise that dating profiles could be found. I don’t even think you can search for specific people on Tinder. It was interesting to see that all my photos were completely public as well as the place I studied, workplace and age. These are pretty standard pieces of information to show on the profile, but the fact that the information isn’t exclusive to users on the app was a surprise.
I had never thought about my Steam account being public. There isn’t a lot of information on there, but my friend list and how many games I own as well as some achievements are all displayed for anyone to see.
I knew about two of the LinkedIn profiles, but a third one I forgot I even made. I was even more surprised to see that it was still ‘active’ and hadn’t been deleted.
I didn’t realise how a post discussing politics could affect travel plans. I had forgotten about news reports where people had been denied entry or arrested at borders. The report reminded me of my post and the risk that comes with it. Super helpful considering I have travelled in the past and want to plan trips in the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
