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OSINT Framework
A visual directory that organizes free OSINT resources by the type of information a researcher has or needs.
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At a glance
| Category | Directories & guides |
|---|---|
| Provider | lockfale |
| Accepted input | research topic, target type |
| Access | Free |
| Privacy sensitivity | Low |
| Maintenance status | Active |
| Operating mode | Reference directory or guide |
| License | MIT |
| GitHub stars | 11,988 |
| Repository last updated | 2026-08-24 |
| Last verified by OSINTCompass | 2026-08-23 |
Access and privacy
Access: Free
Free GitHub reference; no account is required to read public content.
Privacy sensitivity: Low
Primarily a reference or public-data workflow. Queries and outbound links may still reveal research interest to GitHub or downstream providers.
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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