Mobile Phone Forensics & Data Recovery

With so much of modern life managed through mobile phones – communication, financial activity, social media, geolocation – these devices often hold information that can reveal the truth in both personal and professional investigations.

From personal disputes to cybersecurity breaches and complex fraud cases, our expert mobile forensic investigators at Lyonswood have decades of experience in unlocking this crucial digital evidence.

We use a wide range of advanced cell phone forensic tools and methodologies to recover and preserve data from smartphones, aiming to ensure the evidence is as reliable and accurate as possible. If required, our experts use methods of evidence collection and presentation that are court admissible as well.

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Mobile Phone Forensics & Data Recovery

    What is Mobile Forensics?

    Mobile forensics is a specialised branch of digital forensics focused on retrieving, examining, and preserving data from mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. Unlike general data recovery, mobile forensics follows strict investigative protocols to ensure evidence is legally retrieved and admissible in court if necessary.

    What is Mobile Forensics?

    Specialized Digital Forensics

    Mobile forensics involves the specialized recovery and analysis of data from mobile devices, following strict protocols to ensure legal admissibility.

    Our forensic investigators use advanced tools and methodologies to retrieve data from smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices while maintaining chain of custody.

    Court-Admissible Evidence

    All mobile forensic investigations follow strict legal protocols to ensure evidence is admissible in court proceedings if necessary.

    If your situation requires mobile data recovery or a broader investigation, our team of licensed Private Investigators in Sydney and across Australia can help.

    Comprehensive Data Recovery

    We can recover a wide range of data from mobile devices including text messages, call records, photos, videos, emails, social media activity, and more.

    Our forensic tools can retrieve both visible and deleted data, providing comprehensive evidence for your investigation.

    Professional Investigation Process

    Our forensic investigators follow a structured methodology including collection, extraction, analysis, preservation, and reporting to ensure all evidence is handled with integrity.

    Each step of the process is carefully documented to maintain chain of custody and ensure legal admissibility.

    Mobile Forensics Process

    The Process

    Our forensic investigators follow a structured, step-by-step methodology to ensure all evidence is handled with integrity. Here's how it works:

    • Collection: The mobile device is secured to prevent accidental alteration or deletion of evidence.
    • Extraction: Forensic tools are used to endeavour to recover visible, hidden, or deleted data.
    • Analysis: Specialists examine records, system logs, timestamps, and patterns of use to identify useful evidence.
    • Preservation: Evidence is stored in a forensically sound manner to maintain integrity for legal or corporate proceedings.
    • Reporting: Findings are documented clearly and comprehensively, ensuring results are easy to understand and admissible in court.
    The Process
    How We Can Help

    How We Can Help

    Mobile forensics gives valuable insight that can be used in a wide range of situations, such as family law disputes, infidelity investigations, corporate cases, cybercrime and hacking, criminal investigations, and even harassment cases.

    By carefully analysing the data on a mobile device, our experts help uncover information that can provide clarity and support in legal or personal matters.

    Whatever your case, we can assist with recovering:

    • Text messages (including deleted SMS and instant messaging apps like WhatsApp)
    • Call records and voice messages
    • Contacts and address book entries
    • Photos, videos, and audio recordings
    • Emails (personal and work accounts)
    • Social media activity and app data
    • Internet browsing history and cached content
    • Geolocation and GPS data
    • Notes, calendar entries, and other system logs
    • Spyware and malware detection

    If your case also requires other forms of digital evidence, such as computer data analysis, our specialist computer forensic investigators can help uncover information from desktops, laptops, and servers. Similarly, for vetting individuals or organisations, we also provide thorough background checks in Australia and internationally.

    Why Choose Lyonswood

    For more than 40 years, Lyonswood Investigations has been a trusted provider of investigative services across Australia. When it comes to mobile phone forensics, clients choose us because:

    • We are fully licensed, discreet, and experienced in sensitive investigations.
    • Our investigators use industry-leading forensic software.
    • We follow strict legal and ethical protocols to ensure all evidence is collected appropriately. If evidence is required for a court case, our reports are formulated according to strict legal criteria.
    • Our reports are structured, clear, and designed for use in personal matters and legal proceedings.
    • We offer nationwide services, including mobile forensics in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and beyond.
    Why Choose Lyonswood

    Mobile Device Forensics – FAQs

    What types of phones can be investigated?

    Our mobile forensics experts can investigate a wide range of mobile devices including smartphones (iPhone, Android, Samsung, etc.), tablets, and other mobile devices. We use industry-leading forensic tools that support most major device manufacturers and operating systems.

    Can deleted messages or files be recovered?

    Yes, in many cases we can recover deleted messages, photos, videos, and other files from mobile devices. The success rate depends on factors such as how long ago the data was deleted, device usage since deletion, and the device model. Our forensic tools use advanced techniques to recover data that may not be visible through normal device access.

    Is the evidence admissible in court?

    Yes, our mobile forensics investigations follow strict legal and ethical protocols to ensure all evidence is collected appropriately. If evidence is required for a court case, our reports are formulated according to strict legal criteria. We maintain a proper chain of custody and document all procedures to ensure evidence admissibility.

    How long does a mobile phone investigation take?

    The timeframe for a mobile phone investigation varies depending on the complexity of the case, the amount of data to analyze, and the specific requirements. Simple cases may take a few days, while more complex investigations involving multiple devices or extensive data analysis may take several weeks. We provide estimated timelines when you contact us.

    Can mobile forensics prove spying or hacking?

    Yes, mobile forensics can detect signs of spyware, malware, and unauthorized access. Our experts can identify suspicious apps, unusual network activity, and evidence of remote access or monitoring. This evidence can be crucial in cases involving harassment, stalking, or unauthorized surveillance.

    Get in Touch for Cellphone Forensics Today

    When your case depends on reliable evidence from cell phone forensics, you need expert investigators you can trust. At Lyonswood, we combine state-of-the-art forensic technology with decades of investigative experience to help you uncover the truth.

    Contact us today to speak with a mobile forensics expert and take the first step toward resolution with confidence.

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