Shodan
Shodan is a search engine that lets you find specific computers (routers, servers, etc.) using a variety of filters. Some have also described it as a public port scan directory or a search engine of banners.
Cost / License
- Freemium (Subscription)
- Proprietary
Application type
Platforms
- Online
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Software as a Service (SaaS)
Features
Properties
- Security-focused
Features
- Ad-free
- Vulnerability Assessment
- Internet of Things
- Browser integration
Shodan News & Activities
Recent News
Recent activities
blureshot added Shodan as alternative to ScanSearch- POX updated Shodan
whatoblock added Shodan as alternative to Whatoblock- manduhcalderon liked Shodan
nikolas-kraljevic added Shodan as alternative to OSINT Researcher
Shodan information
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Shodan.io Licensing
Proprietary and Freemium product.Pricing
Subscription ranging between $69 and $1099 per month + free version with limited functionality.Alternatives
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- English
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What is Shodan?
Shodan is a search engine that lets you find specific computers (routers, servers, etc.) using a variety of filters. Some have also described it as a public port scan directory or a search engine of banners.
Explore the Platform
- Beyond the Web: Websites are just one part of the Internet. Use Shodan to discover everything from power plants, mobile phones, refrigerators and Minecraft servers.
- Monitor Network Exposure: Keep track of all your devices that are directly accessible from the Internet. Shodan provides a comprehensive view of all exposed services to help you stay secure.
- Internet Intelligence: Learn more about who is using various products and how they're changing over time. Shodan gives you a data-driven view of the technology that powers the Internet.
Network Monitoring Made Easy
Within 5 minutes of using Shodan Monitor you will see what you currently have connected to the Internet within your network range and be setup with real-time notifications when something unexpected shows up.
Developers Developers!
The entire Shodan platform (crawling, IP lookups, searching, data streaming) is available to developers. Use our API to understand whether users are connecting from a VPN, whether the website you're visiting has been compromised and more.
Comprehensive IP enrichment across the Internet. Shodan crawls the entire Internet every week to give you a truly global perspective.