sherlock

Search OSINT usernames across 400+ social networks via the Sherlock Project.

Updated Aug 23, 2026

Search Tags:#investigation #security #reconnaissance #search #social-media #osint #username

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/wwwillott/jobnimbus --skill sherlock-wwwillott

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Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/wwwillott/jobnimbus/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wwwillott/jobnimbus --skill sherlock-wwwillott

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

Cross-platform username discovery: quickly identify accounts on dozens of platforms.
Deterministic command workflow: predictable results with a repeatable process.
Use Case: When verifying a suspected handle, gather publicly available profiles for risk assessment.

Quick Start

Run sherlock with a specific username to enumerate all found accounts and their URLs.

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 networks at once?▼

OSINT username search works by querying the Sherlock Project to locate accounts associated with a given handle across 400+ platforms. It is used by investigators conducting reconnaissance, threat-hunting, or due-diligence tasks to map a target's cross-platform identity.

What do I need to run an OSINT username investigation?▼

To run an OSINT username investigation, you need to install the required prerequisites for the deterministic CLI workflow. Once configured, you simply provide a target username to enumerate all found accounts and their URLs.

Can I use this for threat-hunting and due diligence reconnaissance?▼

Yes, you can use this for threat-hunting and due diligence reconnaissance. It gathers publicly available profiles for risk assessment, applying a documented and reproducible process to collect and present found accounts for investigators.

Are there limitations to cross-platform social media reconnaissance?▼

A limitation of cross-platform social media reconnaissance is that it relies on deterministic querying, meaning it only finds exact handle matches. It does not infer aliases or uncover accounts using different usernames, limiting results to exact matches.