> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.redem.io/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How it works

> ReDem at a glance: Learn how ReDem works

ReDem helps you evaluate and clean survey data through a structured step-by-step process. From importing data to exporting cleaned results, each step helps you spot fraud, check quality, and make sure your data is reliable.

<Steps titleSize="h3">
  <Step title="Prepare questionnaire">
    Design your survey to support ReDem’s quality checks. A well-structured questionnaire maximizes the effectiveness of fraud detection.

    <Card title="Learn more about the ReDem recommended criteria for questionnaires" icon="clipboard-check" href="/knowledge-base/miscellaneous/questionnaire-criteria" horizontal />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Import data">
    By integrating our API with your survey software, you can seamlessly import data into ReDem and perform real-time quality checks.

    <CardGroup cols={1}>
      <Card title="Try our API" icon="code" href="/api-reference/intro/introduction">
        Discover how to effortlessly integrate the ReDem API into your workflows and applications for a smoother experience!
      </Card>
    </CardGroup>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Measure data quality">
    AI-driven checks in ReDem evaluate survey responses, detect fraud, and generate a ReDem Score for each respondent.

    <Card title="Learn more about the ReDem Score" icon="clipboard-check" href="/knowledge-base/quality-checks/redem-score" horizontal />
  </Step>

  <Step title="Clean and export">
    Based on your configured cleaning settings, ReDem automatically cleans your data and can either be sent back to your survey platform or exported as a CSV file.

    <Card title="Learn more about the ReDem cleaning settings" icon="clipboard-check" href="/knowledge-base/features/cleaning-and-review" horizontal />
  </Step>
</Steps>