sherlock

Name: sherlock
Availability: InStock
Author: zeronx

Query over 400 social networks to identify username account presence.

Updated Jul 13, 2026

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

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/zeronx798/demo-hermes-agent --skill sherlock-zeronx798

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/zeronx798/demo-hermes-agent/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zeronx798/demo-hermes-agent --skill sherlock-zeronx798

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires sherlock-project.

What problem does it solve?

This skill eliminates the manual, time-consuming process of searching for a specific username across hundreds of different social media platforms and websites.

Core Features & Use Cases

Comprehensive OSINT Search: Queries over 400 social networks to identify where a specific username is registered.
Reconnaissance Support: Provides a centralized way to verify account existence for security research or identity verification.
Use Case: If you are conducting a security audit or need to verify the presence of a specific handle across the web, this tool automates the entire discovery process in seconds.

Quick Start

Use the sherlock skill to search for the username johndoe123 across all supported social media platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions about sherlock

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

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How do I find a username across multiple social networks at once?▼

Username reconnaissance across social media involves querying public profiles on over 400 networks to verify account existence for a specific handle. It automates OSINT security research by checking platform registrations in seconds.

How do I check if a specific handle is registered on social media platforms?▼

You can perform a comprehensive OSINT search by querying over 400 social networks to identify where a specific username is registered. This facilitates security research and identity verification by checking public profiles.

Do I need the sherlock-project CLI tool installed to search for usernames?▼

Yes, the sherlock-project CLI tool must be installed and accessible within your system environment. The skill requires this dependency to execute the automated queries across more than 400 social networks.

What is the best way to automate OSINT username search for security research?▼

The best way to automate OSINT username search is to query over 400 social networks for a specific handle to identify account presence. This centralized approach eliminates manual checks for security audits and identity verification.

Does username reconnaissance work for verifying identities on 400+ networks?▼

Yes, username reconnaissance works for verifying identities by querying over 400 social networks to identify where a specific handle is registered. It facilitates security research by confirming account existence across public profiles.