Account Linking
What is Account Linking?
Account linking is the process of identifying and correlating different online accounts that belong to the same user.
Expanded Explanation
Through techniques like username reuse, profile photo comparison, and email cross-referencing, OSINT practitioners link identities across social platforms, forums, and services. It helps in building digital footprints and understanding user behavior.
Related Terms
OSINT, Digital Footprint, User Profiling, Social Engineering, Recon Tools
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