Your Trusted Digital Forensic Partner
West Forensics delivers comprehensive digital investigation services with advanced techniques and cutting-edge technology for legal, corporate, and private clients.
Our Services
Digital forensics plays a crucial role in today's technology-driven world. At West Forensics, we excel in uncovering digital evidence with precision. Our experts use advanced tools to analyze digital footprints from basic data recovery to complex cyber investigations, ensuring all evidence meets strict legal standards.
Data Recovery & Analysis
We recover data from virtually any storage device - hard drives, SSDs, USB drives, memory cards, RAID arrays, and cloud storage. Our techniques go beyond basic undelete functions to extract data from physically damaged, reformatted, or corrupted media while maintaining data integrity.
Learn more →Fingerprint Analysis
We employ advanced techniques for fingerprint processing from various surfaces using chemical processes, optical techniques, and digital enhancement software. Our experts examine unique ridge characteristics for accurate identification and can age fingerprints to establish timelines.
Learn more →Device Forensics
We extract and analyze evidence from all types of devices - Windows, Mac, and Linux computers, iOS and Android mobile devices, and specialized systems. Our experts recover hidden, deleted, and protected information while preserving device integrity during examination.
Learn more →Penetration Testing
Our ethical hackers simulate real-world attack scenarios across your entire infrastructure - networks, web applications, APIs, and physical security controls. We follow industry-standard frameworks to identify vulnerabilities before attackers do and provide actionable remediation advice.
Learn more →Electronic Investigations
We specialize in investigating digital communications across multiple platforms including email systems, messaging apps, and social media. Beyond message content, we analyze metadata, attachment properties, and link histories to build a comprehensive picture of digital interactions.
Learn more →Social Media Investigations
We collect and analyze social media evidence, preserving posts, photos, videos, and connection networks. We establish authenticity and ownership of profiles while following legal and privacy regulations to support harassment, defamation, and intellectual property cases.
Learn more →Network Forensics
Our experts monitor and examine network traffic to detect security incidents, intrusions, and data breaches. We reconstruct network events, identify compromised systems, and track the movement of data across your infrastructure to provide complete visibility into network-based attacks.
Learn more →Malware Analysis
We detect and analyze malicious software using static and dynamic analysis techniques to determine its functionality, origin, and potential impact. Our malware specialists identify infection vectors, assess damage, and provide remediation strategies to secure your systems.
Learn more →Advanced Threat Intelligence
Beyond basic analysis, we provide comprehensive threat intelligence by identifying indicators of compromise, determining attribution through code and infrastructure analysis, and recommending specific remediation steps to prevent future security incidents.
Learn more →Data Breach Investigations
We investigate data breaches to determine what happened, how the attackers gained access, what data was compromised, and how to prevent similar incidents in the future. Our experts follow established forensic principles to provide actionable intelligence.
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About West Forensics
Founded in 2014, West Forensics has established itself as a leading digital forensics firm serving corporate, legal, and private clients throughout South Africa. Our Roodepoort lab houses our state-of-the-art forensic laboratory with cutting-edge equipment for thorough examinations.
Our approach combines technical expertise with investigative experience. First, we secure the digital environment to prevent evidence tampering. Then, we collect data using specialized forensic tools. After that, we analyze the information with advanced techniques. Finally, we present our findings in clear, court-admissible reports.
We maintain strict chain-of-custody procedures and use court-validated forensic tools to ensure all evidence collected is legally admissible and meets the highest standards of forensic practice. Our team stays updated with the latest forensic methodologies to deliver reliable results every time.
Certified Expertise
Our team holds international certifications in digital forensics with specialized training and qualifications in various forensic disciplines.
Advanced Technology
We utilize cutting-edge forensic tools and techniques to recover, analyze, and preserve digital evidence with the highest level of integrity.
Rapid Response
Our 24/7 emergency response team is ready to deploy quickly to secure and preserve critical evidence before it's altered or destroyed.
Why Choose West Forensics?
We stand out from other forensic providers for several reasons. Our team maintains strict professional standards and offers 24/7 emergency response to critical incidents. Whether you need evidence for litigation or internal investigations, we deliver reliable results.
International Certifications
Our team holds recognized certifications in digital forensics including EnCE, CCFE, CCFP, ACE, and GCFA.
Court-Admissible Results
We deliver results that stand up in court with strict chain-of-custody procedures throughout investigations.
Diverse Client Base
Our clients include law firms, corporations, government agencies, and private individuals with various digital investigation needs.
Complete Confidentiality
We handle sensitive data with the utmost security and discretion, protecting your privacy throughout the process.
Our Commitment to Excellence
Since 2014, we've helped countless clients resolve complex digital cases. Our approach emphasizes:
- Cutting-edge technology and methodologies
- Comprehensive analysis that leaves no stone unturned
- Clear communication throughout the investigative process
- Actionable insights that support your objectives
- Strict adherence to legal and ethical standards
- Quality-driven processes with validated forensic tools
- Complete chain-of-custody documentation for all evidence
24/7 Emergency Response
We offer round-the-clock emergency response to critical incidents, ensuring rapid action when time is of the essence.
Technical Excellence
Since 2014, we've combined technical expertise with investigative experience to resolve complex digital cases.
Industry Experience
Our Roodepoort lab houses cutting-edge equipment and our team stays updated with the latest forensic methodologies.
Our Expert Team
Our team of highly qualified forensic experts brings decades of combined experience in digital investigation and analysis.
Dr. Thomas West
Founder & Chief Forensic Analyst
Specialty: Digital Forensics
Sarah Naidoo
Senior Forensic Investigator
Specialty: Mobile Device Analysis
Michael Chen
Cybersecurity Specialist
Specialty: Penetration Testing
David Mokoena
Technical Lead
Specialty: Malware Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to commonly asked questions about our digital forensic services, processes, and capabilities.
Contact Us
Get in touch with our forensic team to discuss your case or learn more about how we can assist with your digital investigation needs.
Our Office
Address
175 Ontdekkers Road
Horison, Roodepoort
Gauteng, 1724
South Africa
Contact Information
Phone: +27 11 760 5432
Email: westforensics@protonmail.com
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: By appointment only
Sunday: Closed
24/7 Emergency Response Available
Send Us a Message
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