Let’s clear up the confusion immediately: Yes—UPS Store fingerprinting locations that offer live scan services are powered by Certifix. Think of it this way: The UPS Store provides the physical desk and the person behind it, while Certifix provides the certified technology, the encrypted submission system, and the direct channeling to state (like NY DCJS or Florida FDLE) and federal (FBI) agencies. They are the same service delivered through two different-looking front doors.
Whether you are a client looking for a background check or an entrepreneur evaluating a new income stream for your 2026 business, here is why this relationship matters.
For Clients: How the UPS Process Works
If you need fingerprints for an employment background check, a professional license, or an FBI check, a Certifix-powered UPS location is a legitimate choice. However, it is not a walk-in-and-go service.
The Workflow
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Enroll Online First: Visit certifixlivescan.com to register. You cannot simply walk into a UPS Store and ask for prints without an appointment and a QR code.
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Find the Right Store: Not every UPS location offers this. Use the Certifix locator to find a participating store in your zip code.
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The Appointment: Bring your QR code and a valid government ID. The associate scans your code, captures your prints electronically, and Certifix handles the rest.
What it Costs
Expect to pay a service fee (typically $20–$50) plus the required state and federal processing fees. Most total submissions range from $50–$95 depending on the agency requirements.
Important Note: Always check if your agency requires a specific vendor (like IdentoGO). If they do, a Certifix UPS location cannot process that specific submission.
For Entrepreneurs: The “UPS Blueprint”
The UPS-Certifix relationship reveals a viral opportunity for New York professionals: Certifix is available to many types of businesses, not just shipping centers. As a notary or mobile service provider, you can become a Certifix partner and offer the exact same certified service under your own brand. In fact, you have several competitive advantages over the UPS Store:
Why a Specialized Notary Beats the UPS Store:
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Expertise: At UPS, a shipping clerk handles your prints between packing boxes. As a fingerprinting professional, you are a specialist, which builds higher client confidence.
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Mobile Capability: This is the game-changer. UPS Stores don’t go on-site. You can travel to hospitals, corporate offices, or schools for group fingerprinting events. That B2B market is yours alone.
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Service Bundling: You can offer a one-stop shop: Notary + Fingerprinting + I-9 Verification. UPS offers shipping and stamps.
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Flexibility: You can accommodate urgent, “after-hours” needs that a retail store with set hours simply cannot.
The jbensonNotary Difference
Launched in 2026, jbensonNotary was built to provide the high-touch, expert alternative to “big-box” shipping store services. We offer the same Certifix-certified infrastructure with the specialized precision of a dedicated professional.
At jbensonNotary, we provide a superior professional edge by combining new-business energy with obsessive attention to detail. We “touch” every single file 8 or 9 times to ensure your transactions are flawless. Whether you need a mobile notary for a real estate closing or a professional live scan for a new job, we provide the expertise and convenience you deserve for the world of 2026.
Ready to bypass the shipping line and experience professional-grade service? Visit www.jbensonNotary.com to secure your session today!
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