sherlock

Search 400+ social networks for accounts linked to a username.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/travelinman1013/leroys-agent --skill sherlock-travelinman1013
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/travelinman1013/leroys-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/travelinman1013/leroys-agent --skill sherlock-travelinman1013

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OSINT professionals and researchers need to locate all online accounts tied to a given username by searching across hundreds of social networks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • OSINT username search across 400+ networks to locate social media accounts by a single username.
  • Output-Ready results: compile found accounts with platform names and URLs for quick reporting.
  • Workflow-friendly: integrates with standard Sherlock CLI workflows and is suitable for investigations, brand monitoring, and identity verification.

Quick Start

Install Sherlock and run the default search for the target username to see all 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?

An OSINT username search queries 400+ social networks to find accounts matching a specific username. It scans multiple platforms simultaneously and returns a compiled list of found profile URLs and platform names for quick reporting.

What is OSINT username reconnaissance used for?

OSINT username reconnaissance is used to locate all online accounts tied to a single identifier across hundreds of platforms. Primary use cases include digital investigations, brand monitoring, and identity verification by aggregating matching profile URLs.

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

Yes, you need the Sherlock CLI installed and active network access to query platforms. The Skill integrates with standard Sherlock CLI workflows to execute the username search across 400+ networks and return compiled results.

Can I use this username search for brand monitoring across 400+ networks?

Yes, you can use this username search for brand monitoring across 400+ networks. By querying for your brand username, the tool identifies associated social media accounts and outputs the platform names and URLs for tracking purposes.

How does the Sherlock username search handle results for investigations?

The username search handles results for investigations by compiling found accounts into an output-ready format. It provides the platform names and URLs of matching profiles, allowing investigators to quickly report and review the located social media accounts.