About Us
Who We Are
Recon Village is an open space at DEF CON for everyone interested in reconnaissance, OSINT, and attack-surface discovery. We run talks, demos, workshops, and CTFs focused on making recon accessible and practical.
We're a community of researchers, practitioners, and enthusiasts who believe that good recon is the foundation of effective security - whether you're doing red teaming, bug bounty, threat intel, or defense.
What We Do
Every year at DEF CON we host:
- Talks & workshops - from intro OSINT to advanced recon techniques, tooling, and case studies
- Lightning talks - short, punchy sessions and war stories
- Contests - including our CTF, Live Recon, and GE(O)SINT competitions
- Community time - to meet speakers, swap tips, and find collaborators
Our talks and playlists are available on our website and YouTube so you can catch up on past content anytime.
Contests
We run several contests each year. Check the events and year-specific pages for CTF, Live Recon, and GE(O)SINT - including rules, winners, and how to participate in the next one.
Get Involved
We're always looking for speakers, volunteers, and sponsors:
- Submit a talk or workshop (CFP)
- Volunteer at the village
- Sponsor Recon Village
Contact Us
Have a question or want to get involved? We'd love to hear from you!
Email Us
General Inquiries
For general questions about Recon Village
contact@reconvillage.orgCFP Submissions
Questions about submitting a talk
cfp@reconvillage.orgSponsorship
Interested in sponsoring Recon Village
sponsors@reconvillage.orgVolunteering
Want to volunteer at the event
volunteers@reconvillage.orgCode of Conduct
Report violations or ask questions about our CoC
CoC@reconvillage.comConnect With Us
Got an Idea?
We're always open to new ideas, collaborations, and ways to improve Recon Village. Let's talk!
Send us an email