SmartSearch Acquires Credas To Strengthen UK AML And Identity Verification Solutions

The acquisition will accelerate SmartSearch’s growth, enhance its digital compliance leadership, and expand its product portfolio and client base. By integrating Credas’ technology and expertise, SmartSearch strengthens its position amid rising regulatory demands and the need for streamlined onboarding solutions.

Founded as a top UK digital compliance provider, SmartSearch automates KYC, AML, and customer due diligence for over 7,500 clients across financial services, legal, and property sectors, achieving 31% year-on-year growth since 2013. Backing from Triple Private Equity in 2024 has supported its ambitious expansion and technology development.

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Credas serves more than 1,000 clients, delivering advanced digital identity verification tools that simplify onboarding, improve compliance, and enhance operational resilience.

The acquisition unites SmartSearch’s compliance expertise with Credas’ identity solutions, aiming to offer clients greater innovation, flexibility, and security in increasingly stringent regulatory environments.

SmartSearch CEO Phil Cotter said, “Regulated firms are under pressure to meet rising KYC and AML demands while delivering seamless onboarding. By joining forces with Credas, we combine our strengths to deliver unmatched innovation and service. Our clients will see immediate benefits as we continue to set the standard for digital compliance.”

Credas CEO Tim Barnett added “With financial crime on the rise and fraud tactics evolving, digital identity verification is more critical than ever. Partnering with SmartSearch empowers us to help even more businesses protect themselves and focus on delivering quality service.”

About SmartSearch

SmartSearch is a UK-based digital compliance leader, offering automated solutions for KYC, AML, and customer due diligence. Serving over 7,500 clients across legal, property and financial sectors it combines advanced technology with regulatory expertise to streamline onboarding, enhance security and ensure efficient, compliant operations in a complex digital landscape.