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sherlock

Identify social media accounts linked to a username across hundreds of platforms.

Updated Jun 28, 2026
Search Tags:#investigation#reconnaissance#privacy#social-media#osint#sherlock#username
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent --skill sherlock-jleechanorg
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jleechanorg/hermes-agent --skill sherlock-jleechanorg

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Quickly identifying all public social media profiles linked to a given username across hundreds of networks to map an online footprint.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-network username discovery to locate accounts across platforms.
  • Check username availability across services and detect impersonation or brand misuse.
  • Use Case: A security analyst traces where a brand nickname is registered to assess risk and surface fraudulent accounts.

Quick Start

Provide a target username and run sherlock to search across supported platforms.

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 profiles linked to a specific username?▼

Username discovery searches across hundreds of networks to locate public accounts associated with a target. It maps an online footprint by querying supported platforms and producing a categorized list of found profiles.

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

OSINT username reconnaissance identifies digital footprints across networks using publicly available data. It is needed for background research, brand monitoring, or security investigations to map where an identity or brand nickname is registered.

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

Yes, finding usernames across networks requires the Sherlock CLI to be installed. You also need network access to query supported sites and retrieve categorized lists of public profiles.

Can I use username discovery to check availability and detect brand impersonation?▼

Yes, username discovery checks availability across services to detect impersonation or brand misuse. Security analysts trace where a brand nickname is registered to assess risk and surface fraudulent accounts.

What are the limitations of cross-network username search?▼

Cross-network username search is limited to public profiles and requires network access to query sites. It cannot access private accounts or restricted networks, and relies on the Sherlock CLI being installed.

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