Open Source Intelligence

Chart illustrating common types of passive digital footprints, including social security number, tax records, medical records, IP address, browsing history, pictures of friends and family posts, device information, and favorite websites.

Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) is the professional collection and analysis of publicly available information to uncover facts, verify details, and identify connections. We use legal, ethical methods to transform online and public data into actionable intelligence. Our OSINT services allow us to conduct discreet research and investigations, verify identities, identify business affiliations, support legal cases, document online behavior, and build clear timelines of activity .

Diagram titled 'Active digital footprint' showing various online activities including social media posts, photos & videos, online comments, location data, shopping preferences, phone calls, text messages & chats, and emails, with the word 'CYBERPEDIA' in the bottom right corner.

What Counts as “Open Source”?

Open sources include things like:

  • Public records

  • Social media profiles

  • News articles

  • Business registrations

  • Court records

  • Online forums

  • Websites and archived web pages

  • Property records

  • Public government databases

What Does OSINT Do?

OSINT helps uncover:

  • Hidden connections between people or businesses

  • Background information

  • Online activity and digital footprints

  • Asset ownership

  • Fraud indicators

  • Reputation risks

  • Location data