Can I screen by name only without a wallet?

Yes. SanctionsAI accepts name-only screening. Pass ?name=John+Doe and the API checks against the full SDN name list — 19,218 entries including aliases and alternate spellings — with fuzzy matching to catch near-matches.

When name-only screening is appropriate

Name-only screening is useful for: checking business counterparties that don't transact via crypto, pre-screening during onboarding, and validating names in non-payment contexts (hiring, vendor selection).

Limitations

Name-only screening has a higher false-positive rate than wallet screening. Common names may match SDN entries for different individuals. For payment contexts, always supplement with wallet screening when available.