sherlock

Name: sherlock
Availability: InStock
Author: zhouboyu-xreal

Identify social media accounts for a username across 400+ platforms.

Updated Jun 9, 2026

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

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/zhouboyu-xreal/Hermes-Memory --skill sherlock-zhouboyu-xreal

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Skill: sherlock
Source: https://github.com/zhouboyu-xreal/Hermes-Memory/tree/main/optional-skills/security/sherlock
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zhouboyu-xreal/Hermes-Memory --skill sherlock-zhouboyu-xreal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps users quickly find social media accounts by username across 400+ platforms, making it easier to conduct OSINT or reconnaissance research.

Core Features & Use Cases

OSINT Username Search: Hunt down social media accounts by username across 400+ social networks.
Search for Username Availability: Check if a username is available across various platforms.
Use Case: When conducting OSINT or reconnaissance research, or when a user wants to find all accounts associated with a specific username.

Quick Start

Use the sherlock skill to search for the username 'johndoe123'.

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 social media accounts by username across multiple platforms?▼

To find social media accounts by username, this Skill queries over 400 platforms using the Sherlock CLI for OSINT operations, reconnaissance research, and username availability checks to list matching profiles.

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

OSINT username search identifies and lists social media accounts for a given username across multiple platforms. It applies to reconnaissance research by querying social networks and extracting available profile information.

Can I check username availability across social networks for a specific handle?▼

Yes, you can check username availability by searching for a target username across 400+ social media platforms. The Skill queries these networks to determine if the username is already registered or still available.

Do I need to install Sherlock CLI to search for social media profiles?▼

Yes, the Sherlock CLI is required to perform the username search. This Skill depends on the sherlock-project to query social networks and extract account information across 400+ platforms.

What's the best way to hunt down all accounts associated with a specific username?▼

The best way to find all accounts associated with a specific username is to run a cross-platform search. This Skill leverages the Sherlock CLI to scan over 400 social networks and list discovered profiles.

Are there limitations when searching for usernames across 400+ social media platforms?▼

Limitations of cross-platform username search include dependency on the Sherlock CLI and the accuracy of each platform's response. Some networks may block reconnaissance queries or return false positives during the OSINT search.