Intro to OSINT and the Dark Web: Tools, Tactics, and Safety

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Intro to OSINT and the Dark Web: Tools, Tactics, and Safety Description

This 2-part course takes you deep into the worlds of OSINT (Open-Source Intelligence) and the Dark Web, teaching you how to gather intelligence safely and effectively using free, open-source tools for real-world applications.

In Part 1 (OSINT), you’ll master the art of uncovering valuable public data often hidden in plain sight. We’ll set up an OSINT toolkit on macOS and work hands-on with tools like Maltego CE for link analysis, theHarvester for emails and hosts, Shodan for device discovery, and SpiderFoot and Recon-ng for automated recon. Through guided demos and exercises, you’ll learn to transform raw data into meaningful, actionable intelligence.

In Part 2 (Dark Web Exploration), we’ll navigate the hidden parts of the internet accessible only via Tor. You'll learn how to safely set up the Tor Browser, use dark web search engines like Ahmia, and leverage platforms like Intelligence X to uncover leaked information and hidden services. We'll cover best practices for staying anonymous and discuss responsible, ethical exploration of the dark web.

By the end of the course, you’ll have real-world skills in OSINT and dark web research. Each section includes short assignments to reinforce your learning, leading up to a capstone project that ties everything together in a realistic investigative challenge.

Who this course is for:

Aspiring Cybersecurity Professionals — who want hands-on skills in OSINT, threat intelligence, and dark web research.
Investigative Journalists and Researchers — who need to uncover hidden information and verify sensitive data online.
Business and Security Analysts — who are tasked with monitoring threats, data breaches, and reputational risks.

SKILLS YOU WILL GAIN

Gather public intelligence
Analyze the public intelligence
Get familiar with OSINT framework and know how to use it for active and passive recon
Understand Dark Web vs Deep Web
Practical experience with OSINT techniques

Q.Is the course 100% online? Does it require any offline classes too?

The following course is fully online, and hence there is no need for any physical classroom session. The lectures and assignments can be accessed anytime and anywhere through a smart web or mobile device.

Q.When can I start the course?

Anyone can choose a preferred course and start immediately without any delay.

Q.What are the course and session timings?

As this is a purely online course program, you can choose to learn at any time of the day and for as much time as you want. Though we follow a well-established structure and schedule, we recommend a routine for you as well. But it finally depends on you, as you have to learn.

Q.What will happen when my course is over?

If you have completed the course, you would be able to have lifetime access to it for future reference too.

Q.Can I download the notes and study material?

Yes, you can access and download the content of the course for the duration. And even have lifetime access to it for any further reference.

Q. What software/tools would be needed for the course and how can I get them?

All the software/tools that you need for the course would be shared with you during the training as and when you need them.

Q. Do I get the certificate in a hard copy?

No, only a soft copy of the certificate will be awarded, which can be downloaded and printed, if required.

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Q. What is the refund policy?

If you have enrolled, and are facing any technical problem then you can request a refund. But once the certificate has been generated, we shall not refund that.

Q.Can I just enrol in a single course?

Yes! You surely can. To begin this, just click the course of your interest and fill in the details to enrol. You are ready to learn, once the payment is made. For the same, you earn a certificate too.

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Intro to OSINT and the Dark Web: Tools, Tactics, and Safety

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