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How to Install theHarvester

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How to Install theHarvester
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Want to find hidden info about websites? theHarvester is a free tool to collect emails, subdomains, and more. This guide shows you how to install theHarvester on Kali Linux, Parrot OS, Ubuntu, and even Termux. Let’s start!


How to Install theHarvester in Kali Linux

Kali Linux makes it easy. Open the terminal and type:

sudo apt update  
sudo apt install theharvester  


Done! Check if it works:

theHarvester -h  


If not installed, use GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/laramies/theHarvester  
cd theHarvester  
pip3 install -r requirements.txt  

How to Install theHarvester in Parrot OS

Parrot OS is similar to Kali. Run these commands:

sudo apt update  
sudo apt install theharvester  


If it fails, use GitHub:

git clone https://github.com/laramies/theHarvester  
cd theHarvester  
pip3 install -r requirements.txt  


Type python3 theHarvester.py -h to test.


How to Install theHarvester in Ubuntu

Ubuntu needs extra steps. First, install Python and Git:

sudo apt update  
sudo apt install python3-pip git  


Next, download theHarvester:

git clone https://github.com/laramies/theHarvester  
cd theHarvester  
pip3 install -r requirements.txt  

Run it with python3 theHarvester.py -h.


How to Install theHarvester in Termux

Yes, you can use theHarvester on Android!

  1. Install Termux from Play Store.
  2. Open Termux and type:
pkg update && pkg upgrade  
pkg install git python  
git clone https://github.com/laramies/theHarvester  
cd theHarvester  
pip install -r requirements.txt  


Run it with python theHarvester.py -h.


How to Use theHarvester

Let’s find data about a website. For example, to search “example.com”:

theHarvester -d example.com -b google  
  • -d: Target domain.
  • -b: Data source (google, bing, linkedin).
    Add -l 100 to limit results or -f report.html to save results.

Final Tips

  • Update theHarvester often with git pull.
  • Use VPNs for privacy.
  • Explore different sources like bing or linkedin.

Now you’re ready to use theHarvester like a pro! Try it today and see what hidden data you can find.

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