Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigation software. The company's solutions acquire, analyze, report on, and manage evidence from a wide array of digital sources, including computers, mobile devices, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and cloud services. Founded in 2010 by Jad Saliba, a former police officer, and Adam Belsher, Magnet Forensics was born out of the necessity for more effective digital investigation tools to combat evolving cybercrimes. Saliba's firsthand experience in law enforcement highlighted the challenges in collecting and analyzing digital evidence, leading to the creation of tools that have become crucial for investigators worldwide.
The company's software is utilized by over 4,000 public and private sector organizations in more than 100 countries. These tools assist investigators in tackling various forms of crime, such as cyberattacks, child exploitation, human trafficking, and terrorism, as well as helping enterprises investigate data breaches, fraud, intellectual property theft, and human resources complaints. Magnet Forensics is committed to innovation, continuously investing in research and development to address the complexities of digital evidence and emerging cyber threats. Their product portfolio includes well-known solutions like Magnet AXIOM, Magnet AXIOM Cyber, Magnet GrayKey, Magnet AUTOMATE, and Magnet REVIEW. The company emphasizes a user-centric design, aiming to provide intuitive and powerful tools for investigators of all skill levels. In April 2023, Magnet Forensics was acquired by Thoma Bravo, a leading software investment firm, with plans to merge it with Grayshift, another digital forensics company, to create an end-to-end digital investigations platform.