As of October 2024, Digital Custom now specializes in deep metadata analysis for PDF documents that clients suspect may be forged or fraudulent. Whether you are a legal professional, corporate investigator, or concerned individual, our analysts can help uncover crucial details hidden within the digital footprint of a PDF.

Why Metadata Matters

Metadata is the digital fingerprint of a document—an invisible trail of information that tells the true story of how, when, and where a file was created and modified. While visible elements like signatures and dates can be manipulated, metadata provides a level of detail that’s difficult to alter without leaving a trace.

What We Analyze

Our cutting-edge tools and expertise allow us to delve deep into the following metadata fields, helping you determine whether the document is genuine or manipulated:

  • Creation and Modification Dates: Verifying if the dates claimed on the document align with its actual digital history.
  • Software Used: Identifying the software and version used to create or modify the document.
  • Document History: Examining revision records to track changes made to the document and any attempts at tampering.
  • Digital Signatures: Validating the authenticity of digital signatures, if present.
  • Embedded Objects: Analyzing hidden images, watermarks, or binary data that could provide clues about unauthorized modifications.
  • File Structure: Identifying inconsistencies in file structure that may suggest manipulation.

Common Applications

  • Legal Disputes: Strengthen your case by uncovering metadata inconsistencies that point to fraudulent documents.
  • Corporate Investigations: Investigate potential tampering in financial records, contracts, or internal reports.
  • Intellectual Property: Authenticate ownership and creation dates for sensitive business documents.
  • Real Estate Transactions: Ensure that all legal documents are legitimate and free from unauthorized changes.

Our Process

  1. Initial Consultation: We begin by understanding your specific concerns and reviewing the documents in question.
  2. Comprehensive Metadata Extraction: Using advanced forensic tools, we extract both standard and hidden metadata from the PDF file, including binary and embedded data.
  3. Detailed Report: Our experts analyze the data, providing a detailed report highlighting any discrepancies, inconsistencies, or signs of tampering.
  4. Expert Testimony: Should you require further support, we offer expert testimony to validate our findings in court or arbitration settings.

Why Choose Us?

  • Expert Forensic Analysts: Our team consists of certified professionals with extensive experience in document forensics.
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: We utilize the latest tools and techniques to uncover even the most subtle indicators of document fraud.
  • Confidentiality: We understand the sensitive nature of your documents and ensure complete confidentiality throughout the process.
  • Proven Results: We have assisted clients in high-stakes legal and corporate cases, providing conclusive evidence that has made a critical difference.

Get Started

Don’t leave your case to chance. If you suspect that a PDF document may be fraudulent or altered, contact Digital Custom today for a free consultation. Let us help you uncover the truth behind the metadata and protect your interests.