Leading digital forensic consultants

Our investigators are widely recognised as industry leaders
in forensic data recovery, e-disclosure and expert witness.
Our data analysis has supported high profile claims, ensuring
any electronic evidence is preserved and admissible.

Why Choose Data Recovery Specialists?

► ISO 27001 accredited

► Industry leading forensic experience

► Admissible forensic reports

► Uniquely experienced and qualified computer forensic analysts

► Working to ACPO Guidelines for Electronic Evidence

► Class 100 clean rooms and proprietary data extraction tools

► Regulated by the Civil Procedure Rules Part 35

► All data is treated in strict confidence

Forensic Data Recovery

e specialise in the recovery of the digital “fingerprints” left by the routine use of computers. Even securely erased files can be recovered and examined

Forensic Recovery ►

Expert Witness

Our standards in presenting evidence are consistent and highly regarded by our contract clients, Solicitors and Barristers who regularly instruct us in a clearly understandable language

Expert Witness ►

Mobile Phone Forensics

We examine SIM cards and mobile phone handsets for the presence of data created by the device's owner or user during day to day use.

Mobile Forensics ►

Computer Forensics

We forensically analyse and report on all digital media, regardless of the physical condition of the media, format or operating system.

Computer Forensics ►

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Piecing digital evidence together to support solicitors, businesses and public organisations in computer forensic investigations.

Industry recognised experts, Computer Forensic Specialists are repeated engaged as computer forensic analysts for both criminal and civil claims. With a wealth of knowledge and experience backed up by accreditation and highly qualified engineers, we are best placed to discuss your digital forensics, e-discovery, cyber crime or expert witness requirements.

Data Forensics is most often associated with the investigation of a wide variety of computer, mobile phone and internet crime. However, computer evidence may also be used in civil proceedings. The discipline involves similar techniques and principles to data recovery, but with additional guidelines and practices designed to create a legal audit trail as dictated by the Civil Procedure Rules and ACPO Guidelines for Electronic Evidence.

Computer Forensic Specialists have become a vital asset in providing evidence in cases such as computer misuse and attacks against computer systems. We are also used to trace lines of communication in traditional claims. This includes the forensic analysis and reporting of all digital media, regardless of the physical condition of the media, format or operating system. Computer Forensics can help Internal Audit, IT Service Desk, HR, Legal Services and Information Security. However, we also provide computer forensic analysis for smaller organisations and even home users, to determine what actions were performed by who and when.

Our enviable reputation stems from our highly tenacious and painstakingly meticulous approach to data analysis, our willingness to scour devices for every fragment of evidence and our ability to communicate complex technical information clearly and concisely – whether via written reports or expert witness testimony. Our work is performed at a fixed hourly rate or per gigabyte of information and the client will always be given a no-obligation capped quote, before any work is undertaken. To avoid needless investigation, we will complete a free assessment to determine the "value" of the evidence supplied in relation to our client's claim.

► Data Acquisition.
Data acquisition or imaging to create an exact sector level duplicate (or "forensic duplicate") of the media using a write blocking device. The imaging of the media and investigation of the evidence is performed whilst strictly following the ACPO guidelines and taking care to maintain the integrity of the evidence.

► Examination.
After acquisition the contents of the image files are analysed to identify evidence that either supports or contradicts a hypothesis or for signs of tampering (to hide data). During an investigation, the original evidence is stored securely, preventing the possibility of compromise. Details on the image such as hashes, size, format, imaging time etc are included in any report.

► Expert Opinion.
When an investigation is completed the information is reported in a form suitable for non-technical individuals for discussion in legal proceedings. Reports also include audit information and other meta-documentation

Trusted by Organisations Worldwide

Free Data Recovery Evaluation

"Our free hard drive data recovery evaluation service will tell you whether your data can be recovered, exactly how much it will cost and how long the data recovery will take. Simply phone or email us for a job number and send your data recovery to us. Your hard drive or media will be photographed, catalogued and bar-coded and the data recovery evaluation will start within an hour of receipt."

File Listing Of Recoverable Files

"Once in the laboratory, your media will undergo a comprehensive data recovery evaluation to determine the extent of the data loss. We aim to complete this process within 24 hours depending on the complexity of work involved. The engineers will provide a no obligation recovery prognosis, with a guaranteed list of recoverable files and an estimated timescale. You can then decide whether to proceed with the recovery. Should you choose not to proceed, we will return your media by secure data courier."

Completing the Data Recovery

"Should you choose to proceed, the data recovery process will be completed and the data will be safely stored on our servers. We will then copy out the data to your preferred choice of output media - either 64Gb memory stick or HDD (for purchase or loan). Your data will be dispatched on our secure, next day courier service. Once you have received your data any copies of your data will be permanently and securely erased from our servers after 7 days."

Established and Trusted

"40 years experience in the data recovery industry chairing ISO and BSI standards, we have developed a reputation for excellence at a price that is affordable. With extensive data recovery research and development capabilities, our success rates are second to none - without compromising on our prices! This is why over 36,000 companies and individuals come to us every year."

Safeguarding Your Data

"Your data is important to us, which is why all our data recovery procedures comply with the Association of Chief Police Officers Guidelines and Civil Procedure Rules for handling electronic evidence. Great care is taken when recovering and handling your data to ensure that its integrity is maintained and that there is a clear audit trail through the entire data recovery process."

Industry Leading Diagnostics

"Our data recovery laboratory completes over 120 successful recoveries every day from clients including the BBC, NHS and Ministry of Defence. With ISO 27000 (Information Security) and ISO 9001 (Quality Management) accreditation - we are a data recovery company you can rely upon! Class 100 clean rooms, specialised platter removal jigs and software applications allow us to provide the most comprehensive service in the industry."

"I would definitely recommend them to all"

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"Laptop died with everything for my business on, all invoices, contacts, emails, resources and financials. One data recovery 'expert' just said "your hard drive is dead", but everything was recovered by DRS... Also, provided an extremely fast turn around for reasonable price, where other companies were asking for a significantly higher fee just to look at the computer. Literally, you guys saved my company. I can not thank you enough!!!" - Andrew Laundy

"Professional and friendly throughout"

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"I would definitely use them again"

"Our RAID-5 failed after two hard drives went down with mechanical issues. Data Recovery Specialists were recommended and they immediately responded to our enquiry. On reciept of the RAID hard drives they expedited the data recovery process and 24 hours later we received all the RAID data. We were expecting considerable downtime, so to be up and running again so quickly was definitely a bonus. I would definately use them again, but I am hoping we don't have any more data recovery issues!" Willmott Dixon

"Surprised how quick the data recovery was!"

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"I was so worried when I dropped my laptop. It contained all my work and stupidly, I had not backed up the hard drive! I had heard the hard drive data recovery was expensive but had no option. From my first discussion with Data Recovery Specialists, they really eased my mind and I felt confident they could do the job. And to my surprise, the quote for data recovery was not nearly as much as I had budgeted. Thanks for all your help guys! " Victoria Hall

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