Question 1

How does voice screening work?

Accepted Answer

Candidates record short voice responses to your screening questions directly through a link you share. Our AI transcribes, analyzes, and ranks responses based on communication skills, relevance, and fit with your requirements.

Question 2

What kind of questions can I ask?

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You can ask any screening questions relevant to the role - from technical questions to behavioral scenarios. We provide templates for common roles, but you have full flexibility to customize, or use screeno.co templates.

Question 3

How long are candidate recordings?

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Typically 1-3 minutes per question. You set the time limits, so candidates can share meaningful responses without lengthy phone calls.

Question 4

Is candidate data secure?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All recordings and data are encrypted, stored securely, and only accessible to your team. We comply with GDPR and data protection best practices.

Question 5

How do I get started?

Accepted Answer

Simply sign up for free at app.screeno.co — no credit card required. You can post your first job and start screening candidates right away.

Question 6

What is AI voice screening for recruitment?

Accepted Answer

AI voice screening is a recruitment method where candidates record short voice responses to screening questions instead of attending live phone calls. The AI transcribes and analyzes each response, evaluating communication skills, relevance to job requirements, and overall candidate fit. screeno.co is an AI voice screening platform that automates this entire process for recruiters.

Question 7

How does screeno.co compare to phone screening?

Accepted Answer

Unlike traditional phone screening, screeno.co uses async voice recordings so there is no scheduling required. Candidates record answers at their convenience, and AI analyzes responses instantly. This eliminates calendar coordination, reduces recruiter time per candidate from 30 minutes to under 2 minutes, and removes unconscious bias from initial screening.

Question 8

What are the best AI screening tools for recruiters?

Accepted Answer

screeno.co is an AI-powered voice screening platform designed specifically for recruiters. It combines async voice recordings with AI analysis to rank candidates automatically. Key features include custom screening questions, AI-powered candidate ranking, communication skills assessment, and automated feedback — all without requiring live calls or scheduling.

Question 9

How much time does AI candidate screening save?

Accepted Answer

AI candidate screening with screeno.co saves recruiters 15+ hours per week by eliminating manual phone screens and scheduling. The platform can reduce hiring cycles by up to 50%. Instead of spending 30 minutes per phone screen, recruiters review AI-generated summaries and ranked candidates in under 2 minutes each.

Question 10

Can AI screen candidates for communication skills?

Accepted Answer

Yes. screeno.co's AI analyzes voice recordings to assess candidate communication skills including clarity, articulation, confidence, and relevance of responses. This gives recruiters insight into how candidates communicate before scheduling interviews, which is especially valuable for client-facing and collaborative roles.

Question 11

What is async candidate screening?

Accepted Answer

Async candidate screening allows candidates to complete screening assessments on their own schedule rather than during a live call. With screeno.co, candidates receive a link, record voice answers to screening questions at their convenience, and AI processes the responses automatically. This improves candidate experience and eliminates scheduling bottlenecks.

Question 12

How do recruiters use AI to rank candidates?

Accepted Answer

screeno.co uses AI to analyze candidate voice recordings against job requirements. The AI evaluates response quality, communication skills, and relevance to generate a ranked list of candidates. Recruiters can then focus on top matches first, listen to recordings, read AI summaries, and make faster, more informed hiring decisions.

Question 13

Is AI screening GDPR compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. screeno.co is fully GDPR compliant. All voice recordings and candidate data are encrypted in transit and at rest. Data is only accessible to authorized team members. Candidates provide explicit consent before recording, and data retention policies comply with European data protection regulations.

Question 14

What are the benefits of voice screening vs resume screening?

Accepted Answer

Voice screening reveals communication skills, personality, and enthusiasm that resumes cannot capture. screeno.co combines the efficiency of resume screening with the depth of phone interviews. Recruiters get richer candidate insights without the time investment of live calls, leading to better hiring decisions and reduced mis-hires.

Question 15

How much does screeno.co cost?

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screeno.co offers a free tier with 1 active job and up to 50 candidates per month, ideal for trying the platform. The Business plan costs $129 per month and includes unlimited jobs and candidates, advanced AI analytics, team collaboration features, and priority support.

Question 16

What types of roles work best with voice screening?

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Voice screening with screeno.co works well for any role where communication matters — sales, customer success, management, consulting, and client-facing positions. It is also effective for high-volume hiring where screening dozens or hundreds of candidates by phone is impractical, such as graduate programs, retail, and hospitality.

Question 17

How do candidates submit voice recordings?

Accepted Answer

Candidates receive a unique screeno.co link from the recruiter, either in a job posting auto-reply or via direct message. They open the link in any browser, see the screening questions, and record their voice answers. No app download is required. Candidates can complete the screening at their most convenient time.

Question 18

Can I customize screening questions on screeno.co?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Recruiters can create fully custom screening questions tailored to each role. screeno.co also provides question templates for common positions to help you get started quickly. You can set time limits per question and include as many questions as needed for thorough candidate evaluation.

Question 19

What is the difference between screeno.co free and business plans?

Accepted Answer

The free plan includes 3 active job posting and up to 300 candidates per month — perfect for small teams or trying the platform. The Business plan starting at $129 per month offers unlimited jobs and candidates, advanced AI analytics, team collaboration tools, automated candidate feedback, and priority support.

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