Social & identity · open-source OSINT project
Linkedin2username
OSINT Tool: Generate username lists for companies on LinkedIn
Before you use it
Generates candidate usernames from LinkedIn company data. Use only for authorized research, minimize personal data, and respect LinkedIn and downstream-provider terms.
At a glance
| Category | Social & identity |
|---|---|
| Provider | initstring |
| Accepted input | username, public profile URL |
| Access | Free |
| Privacy sensitivity | Sensitive |
| Maintenance status | Active |
| Operating mode | Identity-focused lookup or analysis |
| License | MIT |
| GitHub stars | 1,824 |
| Repository last updated | 2026-10-01 |
| Last verified by OSINTCompass | 2026-08-23 |
Access and privacy
Access: Free
Open-source repository on GitHub. Local or self-hosted use may require API keys, accounts, models, or other third-party services.
Privacy sensitivity: Sensitive
Identity-focused inputs can expose personal data to the tool, its dependencies, or third-party providers. Use only when authorized and necessary.
Responsible use
- A matching username on two sites is not proof that one person owns both.
- Stay within each platform's terms of service and never create deceptive accounts.
- Have a clear, lawful purpose before researching a private individual.
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