How It Works

What is a "Verifier"?

A verifier is a bank, lender, landlord, or other person or organization that has a need to verify your employment information.


As an employee how do I use this service?


Accessing Your Account

  • Employer Code: 14654
  • User ID: Enter your UMID- to see a video of how to create a UMID please click here and select myUMID
  • Password: Last six digits of SSN

For Employment Verification only

  • Provide the verifier with the following website www.theworknumber.com or 1-800-367-5690
  • Provide your employer code:  14654
  • Provide your SSN

For Employment and Income Verification

  • Provide the verifier with the following website www.theworknumber.com or 1-800-367-5690
  • Provide your employer code:  14654
  • Provide your SSN
  • Create Your Salary Key

Applying to a Social Service Agency?

Risk Based Authentication(RBA) Instructions

The Work Number Quick Tips

 Go to the Work Number website

For more information or help using this service please call:

Client Service Center
Monday to Friday, 8 am to 9 pm EST
1-800-996-7566/1-800-424-0253 (TTY-Deaf)