# Screen AML databases

The AML Screening solution enables you to check if a verified applicant appears in any of the following anti-money laundering (AML) databases:

- Politically exposed persons (PEPs) with a prominent public function, and their close family and associates
- Sanctions
- Adverse media that may lead to reputational damage

> **Information**
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> To enable AML Screening, contact your account manager or [request support](https://dashboard.checkout.com/support/new?topic=case_account_management_and_access&issue=issue_account_changes).

You can manage AML Screening using the [Dashboard](https://www.checkout.com/docs/business-operations/manage-identities/screen-aml-databases/using-the-dashboard.md) or the [API](https://www.checkout.com/docs/business-operations/manage-identities/screen-aml-databases/using-the-api.md).

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## Next steps

- [Using the Dashboard](https://www.checkout.com/docs/business-operations/manage-identities/screen-aml-databases/using-the-dashboard.md): Check if a verified applicant appears in any politically exposed persons, sanctions, or adverse media databases, using the Dashboard.
- [Using the API](https://www.checkout.com/docs/business-operations/manage-identities/screen-aml-databases/using-the-api.md): Check if a verified applicant appears in any politically exposed persons, sanctions, or adverse media databases, using the API.