Sherlock

Search 400+ social networks for accounts matching a given username via Sherlock CLI.

577|62|Updated May 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/agentic-in/elephant-agent --skill sherlock-agentic-in
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: Sherlock
Source: https://github.com/agentic-in/elephant-agent/tree/main/packages/skills/builtin_packages/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/agentic-in/elephant-agent --skill sherlock-agentic-in

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OSINT username search across 400+ social networks. Hunt down social media accounts by username.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-platform username discovery: search 400+ networks to locate accounts tied to a username.
  • Quick reconnaissance: check consistency of a username across platforms for brand or persona verification.
  • Use Case: Example: You want to see where the username 'johndoe' appears online to assess digital footprint.

Quick Start

Run a Sherlock search to locate all public accounts for the username you provide.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sherlock

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I find usernames across social networks for OSINT investigations?

Cross-platform username discovery checks 400+ social networks to locate public accounts tied to a specific username, providing clickable links to verify digital footprints across platforms.

Can I check username consistency across multiple platforms for brand verification?

Yes, you can check username consistency across multiple platforms for brand verification by running a quick reconnaissance search that hunts down social media accounts by username across 400+ networks to verify persona consistency.

What do I need to run a Sherlock search for social media accounts?

To run a Sherlock search for social media accounts, you need Sherlock installed via pipx or Docker, network access, and a target username to interpret output and present clickable links across 400+ networks.

What is the best way to locate public social media accounts by username?

The best way to locate public social media accounts by username is using an OSINT username search tool that hunts down accounts across 400+ social networks and interprets output to present clickable links for digital footprint assessment.

Does username footprint search work for background research on a specific person?

Yes, username footprint search works for background research by verifying where a specific username appears online across 400+ social networks, allowing you to check consistency and locate public accounts for reconnaissance.