sherlock

Name: sherlock
Availability: InStock
Author: ldzhhxx

Identify user accounts across 400+ social platforms from a username string.

1|1|Updated May 9, 2026

Search Tags:#social media #reconnaissance #osint #account lookup #username search

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/ldzhhxx/Hermes_offline_v2 --skill sherlock-ldzhhxx

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/ldzhhxx/Hermes_offline_v2/tree/main/hermes-agent/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ldzhhxx/Hermes_offline_v2 --skill sherlock-ldzhhxx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires sherlock-project, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Discover all registered social media accounts for a given username across 400+ platforms, eliminating ambiguity and aiding in thorough research.

Core Features & Use Cases

Multi-Platform Username Search: Hunt down usernames across a vast range of social networks with a single command.
Automated OSINT Research: Streamline Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) operations, making reconnaissance more efficient.
User Verification: Verify social profiles before establishing contacts, minimizing security risks.

Quick Start

Use the sherlock skill to find social media accounts for the username 'target_username'.

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 using just a username?▼

Yes, you can find social media accounts using a username search across 400+ platforms. An automated OSINT tool queries these networks directly, returning matching profiles for verification without storing sensitive information.

What is OSINT username search and how does it work for account reconnaissance?▼

OSINT username search gathers open source intelligence by querying 400+ social networks for a specific username. It automates reconnaissance by checking multiple platforms simultaneously to discover and verify registered profiles.

Do I need network access to perform a multi-platform username lookup?▼

Yes, active network access is required to perform a multi-platform username lookup. The OSINT search queries external social networks directly to identify registered accounts across 400+ platforms.

Can I use the Sherlock project for verifying social profiles before establishing contacts?▼

Yes, the Sherlock project verifies social profiles before establishing contacts. It automates OSINT reconnaissance to search a username across 400+ platforms, minimizing security risks by confirming profile legitimacy.

Does automated account lookup store sensitive information from the search results?▼

No, automated account lookup does not store or transmit sensitive information from search results. It handles OSINT reconnaissance data privately, ensuring user verification proceeds without retaining sensitive profile details.