Sherlock Bot is a Telegram-based search service that helps users organize information found in publicly accessible sources. It works through Telegram, so no separate app or software installation is required. Users can begin with an identifier such as a phone number, username, full name, photograph, vehicle details, or geolocation. The service groups potential matches and related context, with a structured report that may include general information, associated contacts and profiles, public mentions, source dates, and an indication of match strength.

Sherlock Bot is designed to support manual review rather than automatically establish someone’s identity. Its site advises users to compare multiple independent clues, check the original source and publication date, and treat possible matches cautiously. The bot’s launch is free; any trial-access terms and the price of a full report are displayed in Telegram before users confirm an action. Sherlock Bot also emphasizes lawful, responsible use and warns against sharing other people’s personal information.