Short guide: Find location by phone number — Kali Linux (free)
Warning: Attempting to locate someone by their phone number without clear consent may be illegal and unethical. Only proceed with explicit permission or for legitimate purposes (e.g., device you own, parental consent, authorized investigation).
A TypeScript-based tool that interacts with the Truecaller database for reverse phone lookup via command line.
Steps for a Basic OSINT Approach:
- Start with Basic Search: Use search engines to see if the number is listed in any public directories.
- Use OSINT Tools: Tools available in Kali Linux can help automate the process of finding information.
- Check Social Media: Many people list their phone numbers or associate them with their profiles on social media platforms.
Limitation: It does not track the phone. It simply looks up the number in public databases (like Google Maps API or Numverify) to tell you where the number was registered.