sherlock

Name: sherlock
Availability: InStock
Author: ever-oli

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

3|Updated Mar 20, 2026

Search Tags:#investigation #security #privacy #social-media #osint #username #recon

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ever-oli/io --skill sherlock-ever-oli

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Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/ever-oli/io/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ever-oli/io --skill sherlock-ever-oli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OSINT username search across 400+ social networks to identify accounts associated with a given username.

Core Features & Use Cases

Username discovery: Find and verify social media presence across platforms.
Batch queries: Check a username across dozens of networks quickly.
Use Case: Investigate a user by locating associated profiles across networks for research or security assessment.

Quick Start

Run sherlock to search for a username across social networks and return matching accounts.

Frequently Asked Questions about sherlock

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

FAQPage Schema

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

To find social media accounts associated with a specific username, you can run an OSINT search across 400+ social networks. This returns matching profiles linked to that username for security research and account discovery.

How does OSINT username discovery work across multiple social networks?▼

OSINT username discovery works by querying a given username across 400+ social networks simultaneously. It identifies and verifies associated social media profiles by checking platform availability for that specific username.

Do I need network access to run a username search across social networks?▼

Yes, you need active network access to query platforms and run a username search across social networks. The investigation requires connectivity to check 400+ sites for matching accounts.

Can I check multiple usernames or perform batch queries for social media accounts?▼

You can perform batch queries to check a username across dozens of networks quickly. This allows efficient username discovery and verification across multiple social media platforms during an investigation.

What is the best way to investigate a user's social media presence for security assessment?▼

The best way to investigate a user's social media presence for security assessment is running an OSINT username search. It locates associated profiles across 400+ networks to verify accounts and support security research.

Why does username search not find an account on a specific social media platform?▼

Username search may not find an account if the platform is offline, the username is unregistered, or network access is blocked. The tool queries 400+ networks, but availability depends on external site responses.