holehe

holehe allows you to check if the mail is used on different sites like twitter, instagram and will retrieve information on sites with the forgotten password function.

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Does Holehe Notify the Target Email Owner? Analyzing the OSINT Tool's Stealth Architecture

Discover if Holehe notifies the target email owner. Learn how this OSINT tool uses public endpoints for stealthy username checks without triggering alerts. Understand its architecture.

internals
Sep 10, 2026
Where to Place Custom Modules in Holehe: Complete Directory Structure Guide

Discover where to place custom modules in Holehe. Learn about the complete directory structure to easily add your own modules for enhanced functionality.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
How to Add a Custom Module to Holehe: Complete Developer Guide

Learn how to add a custom module to Holehe. Follow our developer guide to create a Python module, implement its methods, and integrate it seamlessly into Holehe.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
What Does `frequent_rate_limit=True` Mean in Holehe Modules?

Understand frequent_rate_limit=True in Holehe modules. Learn how it handles HTTP 429 errors, implements cooldowns, and retries requests for reliable email enumeration on rate-limited platforms.

internals
Sep 10, 2026
How to Integrate Holehe Functionality into a Python Script: CLI and Async API Methods

Integrate Holehe into Python scripts via CLI emulation with main() or async API control using Trio for email reconnaissance. Unlock powerful email checking in your projects.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
How to Disable Password Recovery Modules in Holehe Scans

Learn how to disable password recovery modules in Holehe scans using the -NP flag. Perform only email existence checks for enhanced security and control over your scans.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
How to Export Holehe Results to CSV: Command-Line and Python Guide

Easily export Holehe results to CSV using the --csv flag or Python. Get timestamped data for any email directly from the command line or your scripts. Learn how now.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
How to Use Holehe from the Command Line to Check an Email

Easily check if an email is registered on over 120 services using the Holehe command line tool. Run holehe testexamplecom in your terminal for instant results.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
What Detection Methods Does Holehe Use Besides Registration Checks?

Discover Holehe's advanced email detection methods beyond registration checks. Learn about login probing, password recovery, and API requests for service verification without account creation.

deep-dive
Sep 10, 2026
Holehe Detection Strategies: How Modules Verify Account Existence

Discover Holehe detection strategies for verifying account existence. Learn how modules use register, login, and password recovery methods to check email associations with online services.

how-to-guide
Sep 10, 2026
Understanding the Standard Signature for a Holehe Module

Learn the standard Holehe module signature: an async function with email, client, and out arguments. Discover how to append standardized results efficiently.

api-reference
Sep 10, 2026
What Is `holehe/instruments.py`? Inside Holehe's Async Progress Instrumentation

Explore holehe/instruments.py and its TrioProgress class, which enhances async email scans with real-time Rich progress bars in the Holehe OSINT tool for better user feedback.

internals
Sep 10, 2026
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