Social & identity · open-source OSINT project
Sherlock
Checks a username across many public social networks and online services.
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Before you use it
Username enumeration creates requests to many third-party services and can produce false positives. Use a lawful purpose, minimize personal data, and verify matches manually.
At a glance
| Category | Social & identity |
|---|---|
| Provider | sherlock-project |
| Accepted input | username |
| Access | Free |
| Privacy sensitivity | Sensitive |
| Maintenance status | Active |
| Operating mode | Identity-focused lookup or analysis |
| License | MIT |
| GitHub stars | 90,774 |
| Repository last updated | 2026-09-01 |
| Last verified by OSINTCompass | 2026-09-01 |
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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