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MetaOSINT.github.io
A tool to quickly identify relevant, publicly-available open source intelligence ("OSINT") tools and resources, saving valuable time during investigations, research, and analysis.
Maintenance: Archived
This project may no longer receive fixes. Check recent activity and consider the alternatives below.
Before you use it
This repository is archived. Verify compatibility, dependencies, and security before treating it as an operational tool.
At a glance
| Category | Directories & guides |
|---|---|
| Provider | MetaOSINT |
| Accepted input | research topic, target type |
| Access | Free |
| Privacy sensitivity | Sensitive |
| Maintenance status | Archived |
| Operating mode | Reference directory or guide |
| License | MIT |
| GitHub stars | 844 |
| Repository last updated | 2026-08-21 |
| Last verified by OSINTCompass | 2026-08-23 |
Access and privacy
Access: Free
Archived GitHub repository. Read-only reference access is free; operational compatibility is not guaranteed.
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
- Check when a list was last updated — many link to tools that no longer work.
- Verify each tool's terms and legality in your jurisdiction before relying on it.
- Prefer lists that explain what a tool does over bare link dumps.
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