Frequently Asked Questions

Who is PEP?

A politically exposed person (PEP) is an individual who is or has been entrusted with a prominent function. Many PEPs hold positions that can be abused for the purpose of laundering illicit funds or other predicate offences such as corruption or bribery.

Where is the data gathered from?

The PEP Data has been assembled from public databases according to FATF (the global money laundering and terrorist financing watchdog) recommendations.

How often is the PEP data updated?

The politically exposed persons data is updated every month.

How often is the sanctions data updated?

The sanctions list are updated every day.

Do I have to subscribe for a full year?

No, you can cancel at any time.

Can I change my plan on the way?

Yes, you can upgrade your subscription if needed.

Is Pepchecker reliable?

Systems are running on AWS servers and there has been no downtime since live at 2020.

Can I get a customized product?

Send us your thoughts, if it is beneficial for both parties, then yes!

Who are using the same data?

The data is used by international financial companies, small FinTechs and crypto startups.

Where are you located?

Pepchecker team is located in Tallinn, Estonia. We know how to use technology to avoid and minimize potential financial risks.