Search the person’s full name on major platforms
Try name variations, nicknames, and maiden names
Use their email address or phone number in platform search tools
Check mutual friends, followers, and tagged photos
Search their username or handle across platforms
Look at public profile details like workplace, school, or location
Search their name with keywords like city, company, or school
Use general search engines with the person’s name and platform names
Check public directories and professional networks
Review links on their website, blog, or online portfolio
Search image results if you have a profile photo
Look through comments, likes, and shared posts from known contacts
Check other accounts they may have linked in bios
Use reverse username searches across social platforms
Respect privacy settings and avoid intrusive methods