sherlock

Search social media accounts by username across 400+ networks.

Updated Apr 1, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent --skill sherlock-founderphantom
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/founderphantom/zola-agent --skill sherlock-founderphantom

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

  • OSINT username mapping across 400+ networks to identify all profiles.
  • Brand monitoring and identity verification by enumerating linked accounts.
  • Use Case: verify a username's footprint across major platforms to detect impersonation or brand parity.

Quick Start

Run sherlock with the target username to discover all matching social profiles.

Frequently Asked Questions about sherlock

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I search for a username across multiple social media networks at once?

Username search across multiple networks is done by running the tool with a target username to enumerate matching profiles. It scans 400+ social media platforms and outputs a list of discovered URLs for quick review.

Can I use OSINT username reconnaissance for brand monitoring and identity verification?

OSINT username reconnaissance supports brand monitoring and identity verification by mapping a single username to multiple profiles. This helps detect impersonation or verify brand parity across major social media platforms.

Do I need Sherlock CLI installed to perform social media username enumeration?

Yes, you need the Sherlock CLI installed and internet access to perform social media username enumeration. The tool relies on this command line interface to query and map usernames across hundreds of networks.

What is the best way to map a single username to multiple profiles for impersonation detection?

The best way to map a single username to multiple profiles for impersonation detection is running a targeted username search. It enumerates linked accounts across 400+ social networks and returns matching platform URLs.

What limitations should I expect when doing a social media username search for OSINT investigations?

Limitations of social media username search include requiring internet access and relying on exact username matches. It outputs platform URLs but does not provide deeper profile data, so further manual review is needed for OSINT investigations.