What is Company Check?

Modified on Mon, 16 Jun, 2025 at 11:27 AM

Company Check is one of the UK’s leading online platforms for accessing comprehensive business and director credit reports. Whether you’re conducting due diligence, assessing risk, or simply researching a company or individual, Company Check provides critical insights to help you make informed decisions.


Founded on the principle of corporate transparency, Company Check makes business information freely accessible to the public while offering advanced insights and analysis through its professional subscription services.



What We Offer


Company Check combines free access to core company data with a range of powerful tools for professionals who need deeper insights. Our platform includes:


Company Information


    •    Registered name, number, and incorporation details

    •    Company status (active, dissolved, in administration, etc.)

    •    SIC codes, trading addresses, and contact information

    •    Group structure and parent company where applicable


Financial Performance


    •    Downloadable company accounts (up to 20 years of history)

    •    Key financial metrics: turnover, net worth, assets, liabilities, profit & loss

    •    Ratio analysis for performance benchmarking


Credit & Risk Data (Pro users)


    •    Risk Score: A predictive indicator of insolvency risk within 12 months

    •    Credit Rating: A professional-grade credit rating, based on financial performance and credit behaviour

    •    Recommended Credit Limit: Guidance on appropriate credit exposure

    •    Credit Score History: Historical view of changes in creditworthiness


Filing History


    •    Chronological view of all filings submitted to Companies House

    •    PDF access to full documentation


Director Reports


    •    Director profile, including full name, age, nationality, and occupation

    •    Active and previous directorships

    •    Director credit data (Pro feature), including risk and financial health of associated businesses


Mortgages & Charges


    •    Record of any outstanding or satisfied charges against the company

    •    Linked lenders and collateral details



Use Cases


    •    Credit control teams checking risk before offering credit

    •    Procurement teams vetting suppliers

    •    Sales professionals preparing for prospect meetings

    •    Investors researching financial health and group structures

    •    Job seekers exploring potential employers

    •    Journalists and researchers investigating business networks



Why Choose Company Check?


    •    Accessible: Instant access to over 15 million UK company records

    •    Trusted: Ranked among the top 200 most-visited websites in the UK

    •    Comprehensive: Integrated data from Companies House, Gazette, and commercial sources

    •    Flexible: Free basic data for casual users, powerful insights for professionals

    •    Affordable: Professional plans priced competitively with no hidden costs


Our Mission


We believe transparency drives trust in business. Our mission is to democratise company data, breaking down barriers to information that should be public, usable, and easy to understand. By continually expanding our database and features, we empower individuals and organisations to research companies with confidence.


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