sherlock

Name: sherlock
Availability: InStock
Author: davpatel605-beep

Search 400+ social networks for usernames using the Sherlock CLI.

Updated Jun 25, 2026

Search Tags:#security #reconnaissance #social-media #osint #sherlock #username

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent --skill sherlock-davpatel605-beep

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Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent/tree/main/backend/vendor/hermes/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/davpatel605-beep/hermusagent --skill sherlock-davpatel605-beep

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps researchers and investigators discover where a username is registered across online platforms without manually checking hundreds of social networks.

Core Features & Use Cases

Username Reconnaissance: Searches for matching accounts across 400+ social networks using the Sherlock Project.
OSINT Investigation Support: Helps with username availability checks, identity research, and authorized reconnaissance workflows.
Use Case: A security researcher can use this Skill to investigate whether a specific username appears on multiple public platforms and collect the discovered profile links.

Quick Start

Use the sherlock skill to find social media accounts associated with the username johndoe123.

Frequently Asked Questions about sherlock

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

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How do I find social media accounts associated with a specific username?▼

Username reconnaissance searches for registered accounts across 400+ social networks using the Sherlock Project. It validates discovered profile links for OSINT research and authorized reconnaissance scenarios without manual checking.

What is OSINT username reconnaissance and when do I need it?▼

OSINT username reconnaissance discovers where a specific username is registered across online platforms. It is needed for identity research, username availability checks, and authorized security investigations involving public social networks.

Do I need the Sherlock CLI tool to search for usernames across social networks?▼

Yes, username reconnaissance requires the Sherlock CLI tool and network access to perform cross-platform searches and validate discovered profiles across public social media platforms.

Can I check username availability across multiple social media platforms at once?▼

Username availability checks scan 400+ social networks simultaneously to identify where a username is already registered. This cross-platform search collects discovered profile links for OSINT research workflows.

What are the limitations of using OSINT tools for social media reconnaissance?▼

OSINT reconnaissance applies only to public social networks and authorized scenarios. It requires network access and the Sherlock CLI tool to validate profiles, and cannot access private or restricted platform data.

Does username reconnaissance work for finding accounts on niche social networks?▼

Username reconnaissance searches over 400 social networks, including niche platforms. It identifies registered accounts associated with the target username and validates discovered profile links across the network list.