> SpiderFoot: Powerful OSINT Tools, Directly in Your Browser
> Skip the complex GitHub deployments and Python environments. Run comprehensive open-source intelligence (OSINT) scans, trace digital footprints, and uncover attack surfaces instantly. No installation required.

spiderfoot@osint:~/username$
Username Email IP Address
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  • > Enter exact username without @ symbol
  • > Try variations: username123, user.name, user_name
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> A username search moves from common public checks to wider web context and a transparent scan record.

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Up to 708 public-site checks plus 13 API category scans.

The bundled site catalog contains 708 public-site definitions across 21 source categories. Language-specific entries are filtered in the browser before batching, while 13 API account categories run alongside the site checks.

  • The 708-site catalog spans 21 categories, including Social, Gaming, Coding, Hobby, Tech, Video, Music, Finance, and more.
  • 13 API category scans run in parallel: Social, Gaming, Music, Creator, Community, Shopping, Developer, Donation, Email, Finance, Other, Political, and Adult.
  • Treat every returned match as a lead to verify, not proof of identity or account ownership.
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// OSINT FAQ

> Key guidance for using public-information research tools carefully, accurately, and within an authorized scope.

01 // What Is SpiderFoot.tools?

SpiderFoot.tools is an independent browser-based OSINT service for researching publicly available information. It is a third-party service, not the SpiderFoot open-source project. Read more about the service and its operating standards on About.

02 // How should I read and verify results?

Treat every result as a research lead. Review the original source, compare independent evidence, check dates and context, and separate observed facts from inference. Our methodology explains the verification approach in more detail.

03 // Can a match be a false positive?

Yes. Shared usernames, stale records, copied content, and incomplete third-party data can all produce misleading matches. Do not use one result, an AI summary, or a public profile as proof of identity, ownership, intent, or wrongdoing.

04 // What data sources are checked?

Available checks depend on the input type, feature availability, and third-party source status. They may include public websites, indexed pages, profile services, and network-context providers. A source being queried does not make its output complete, current, or conclusive.

05 // How are privacy and retention handled?

Search inputs and limited technical metadata may be retained to operate features, prevent abuse, and provide research-history continuity. Submit only information you are authorized to investigate and review the Privacy Policy before using the service.

06 // SpiderFoot.tools vs SpiderFoot Open Source

SpiderFoot.tools is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or operated by the SpiderFoot open-source project or its maintainers. This website offers its own browser-based workflows, policies, and editorial content. See the full distinction on our About page.

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