Fast access to top-tier training and expert tools for digital forensics

Your shortcut to sharper skills and instant clarity

Quick lessons. Certified training. Tools built to give you clarity.

Expert Tools

Explore modern expert tools to accelerate and sharpen your digital forensic work. From iOS backup normalization with Backup 2FS to advanced database analysis with SQLite Visualizer.

Training Programs​​

Learn how to master comprehensive digital forensics workflows through immersive, hands-on training. Confidently apply your skills in real investigations.

Micro-Learning

Targeted micro-learning modules to help you rapidly address critical challenges, strengthen expertise, and stay fully up to date.

full digital forensics training programs

Master forensic fundamentals and uncover evidence your tools overlook

Build deep expertise with immersive, certified training programs
Foundational Level

Start strong with the essentials. Learn how to collect, examine, and explain digital evidence. From data acquisition to reporting, build practical skills through real cases and guided labs. Built for those starting out or refreshing the basics.

foundational level

Become an expert in mobile forensics, from acquisition to reporting. Built for real cases, updated for today’s Android and iOS challenges. Gain skills that go beyond tool output.

advanced level

Explore SQLite databases in depth, the hidden layer beneath mobile apps and operating systems. Learn how to extract, decode, and interpret data to uncover user activity and forensic artifacts.

advanced level​

Dig deep into unsupported apps with hands-on SQLite analysis. Use Python to script, automate, and extract what tools miss. Gain a technical edge for advanced mobile forensics.

Training formats for every schedule

Real-world practice. However you choose to learn.

On-Demand Training

Learn when it works for you. 24/7 access to real-case modules. Pause, replay, and apply at your own pace.

Live Online Training

Join live sessions from anywhere. Ask questions, try out techniques, and learn by doing. All the energy of the classroom, without the commute.

Classroom Training

Learn in person from expert forensic practitioners through hands-on labs designed to build deep, practical skills.

digital forensics tools

New forensic tools. Built to solve modern challenges.

varint decoding made easy

VarInt Calculator.
A free tool for calculating and decoding VarInts.

Instantly decode variable-length integers from SQLite databases, protobuf messages, and app data structures. This free utility converts hex values to decimal in seconds, perfect for analyzing WhatsApp databases, custom app formats, and messaging data without requiring custom scripts.

advanced database analysis

A new way to explore SQLite

ED SQLite Visualizer transforms how you analyze mobile databases. Trace deleted records frame by frame. Map complex schema relationships visually. Recover evidence from WAL files and unallocated space through an intuitive interface designed for modern investigations.

From backup chaos to file system

Backup 2FS. A free tool to recover and normalize files from iOS backups.

Transform iOS backup data into organized, navigable file structures. This free Windows tool extracts and normalizes iTunes backup content, complete with hash verification and device metadata. Access your backup data through a clear, logical file system ready for efficient analysis and reporting.

digital forensics micro-learning

Join short, focused micro-learning sessions. For fast answers.

free | digital event
pfic 2025

Uncover hidden mobile evidence at PFIC 2025

Join us at PFIC 2025 as James Eichbaum dives into hidden layers of iOS evidence, focusing on WAL and SHM files to find what most tools miss.
Session: “Beyond the Database”

Understanding WAL Frames and SHM Index​

Dive into SQLite's most overlooked files

Learn to extract deleted or uncommitted data from WAL and SHM, reconstruct timelines, and uncover hidden app activity your tools can’t show.

SQLITE data structures

Get immediate, practical skills to uncover the app evidence your tools miss

Learn to manually decode pages, recover deleted records, and confidently validate your findings, perfect when you need precise, court-ready evidence.

Proven methods. Held up by results.

25+ Years of experience behind our training

100% focus on real-world case exercises in every course

5/5 average course rating from professionals

1000+ professionals trained, in 30+ countries

micro-learning | guides & e-books
Free guide

Forensic Guide to GPT Partitioning

This free guide provides a practical walkthrough of GPT-partitioned disks, covering the Protective MBR, GPT Header, and Partition Entry Array. It’s designed to help forensic professionals understand disk structures, recover data, and validate evidence.​

FREE guide

Decrypt Locked Apple Notes on iOS 16.x. Step-by-Step Workflow.​

This guide provides a practical walkthrough for forensic analysts dealing with encrypted Apple Notes in iOS 16.x. It focuses on identifying and decrypting locked notes stored in the NoteStore.sqlite database extracted from iOS backups.​

Trusted by investigators worldwide

Sarah M. Digital Evidence Specialist

Thank you for a great course! I finally get how to work with unsupported apps. That clicked during this course. I’ve done a few trainings before, but this one stood out because it was actually useful right away. The instructor explained how app data is stored in a way that made sense, and I really appreciated all the real examples. I’ve already used a few techniques in a current case.

Carlos G. Forensic Lab Tech

Very good course! Incredibly good teacher and I think that distance learning works at least as well as in the classroom! Thanks again James! Great balance between technical depth and hands-on labs. I liked that we didn’t just rely on tools, but looked under the hood and made sense of the data. It’s definitely helped me write clearer reports and explain findings to investigators.

Emily N. Digital Forensics Student

Best course I have ever taken. I really enjoyed the week, learned a ton, and everything was clear and easy to keep up with. The labs felt real and made sense, even without loads of experience. The instructor explained things so clearly and made it all feel manageable. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone working with mobile forensics.

Élodie L. Digital Analyst

Wow! I’ve taken other training that felt like a sales pitch. This was different. Everything was clearly explained, and I didn’t feel stuck to one tool. If your work involves unsupported apps or deleted data, this course is a must!

 Martin H. Digital Evidence Analyst

Didn’t expect to enjoy this as much as I did. The way the instructor broke stuff down, especially all the app data really made it fun. James really knows his stuff and kept things moving without overwhelming us. Took away real techniques I’ll use back at work. Keep up the good work, James!

The story behind Elusive Data

Our Story

After decades of solving cases, testifying in court, and training forensic teams around the world, James Eichbaum founded Elusive Data in early 2024.

Well known in the digital forensics community from his former roles as an investigator, Global Trainer Manager, and instructor for some of the leading names in the industry, James started the company with a clear idea: training should be more hands-on, immersive, and reflect the real challenges of daily investigations. It should also be more accessible, giving investigators faster access to the knowledge they need to act quickly, make sense of complex data, and solve cases without delay.

Today, Elusive Data helps professionals around the world learn through immersive, hands-on training. Courses include interactive labs, CTF challenges, and practical exercises built around real case data. Training is available on-demand, live online, and on-site. 

Elusive Data also supports active investigations through expert consulting and forensic services, for a field that never stands still.

digital forensics services

Digital forensics backup. From uncovering digital evidence to building resilient teams.

Operational support. Strategic strength. All-in-one forensic partner.
Digital forensic investigator analyzing smartphone data in a lab environment with multiple monitors.

Digital Forensics Services

Get help uncovering and explaining digital evidence. We deliver clear, reliable results for investigations, legal cases, and internal reviews.

Two digital forensic consultants discussing lab setup and investigation strategy in a technical workspace.

Digital Forensics Consulting

Build stronger forensic capabilities with expert guidance. From setting up labs to improving workflows. We help you work smarter, faster.​

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve trained thousands of professionals, and these are the most common questions we hear before they enroll, from what’s in the course to how it fits into busy caseloads.

Our training is designed for real-world investigations. Each course is built around authentic forensic scenarios, hands-on labs, and exclusive CTF challenges. You’ll work with raw data, decode real app artifacts, and build skills that go beyond tool output — using methods that stand up in reports and courtrooms. Every module reflects the workflows of professional analysts in the field.

Yes. All training has been fully updated to match the current forensic landscape. That includes support for modern iOS and Android environments, new app structures, updated CTF scenarios, and deep dives into advanced topics like SQLite freelist recovery and manual decoding of WAL/SHM files.

You can choose the format that fits your goals and schedule:

  • Micro-Courses: Short, focused live sessions (60–90 minutes) on specific topics like GPT, SQLite, and encrypted apps — ideal for fast, practical learning.

  • On-Demand Courses: Access certified, self-paced training 24/7. Replay labs, follow guided exercises, and apply techniques at your own speed.

  • Live Online Courses: Join expert-led classes in real time. Participate in case discussions, ask questions, and complete labs with instructor feedback.

  • Classroom Training: Learn face-to-face through immersive sessions and hands-on labs led by experienced digital forensics professionals.

Yes. All full-length courses include a verified certificate of completion and CPE credits, recognized by many professional bodies.

Our training supports all experience levels. You can start with foundational skills like acquisition and validation, or deepen your expertise with advanced techniques such as parsing app databases and scripting with Python for forensic automation.

Latest insights & updates

Decoding Varints: A Critical Skill in SQLite Forensics

Varints are the backbone of SQLite’s efficient data storage, encoding values in a compact format that digital forensic investigators must decode to uncover critical evidence. This blog dives into the decoding process, real-world examples, and tools like the Varint Calculator to simplify forensic analysis.

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