Tools & Utilities
Independent software projects that support forensic data processing, media extraction, and investigative workflows, including BFIP and related processing utilities.
Breakpoint Forensics / About
Built on Experience.
Focused on Practical Solutions.
Breakpoint Forensics is an independent digital forensics initiative focused on useful investigative tools, applied technical knowledge, and selective professional consulting.
Founded by digital forensic examiner David Haddad, Breakpoint brings together field experience, software development, and a practical approach to the challenges of working with digital evidence.
Practical forensic utilities
Independent technical development
Real-world investigative experience
Our Focus
Technology shaped by the realities of digital investigations.
Breakpoint Forensics began with the idea that useful tools and thoughtful technical solutions can make demanding forensic work more efficient, repeatable, and accessible.
Today, the site serves primarily as a home for independently developed utilities, technical resources, and practical approaches to processing digital evidence. Select consulting requests are also considered when a project calls for specialized examination or investigative insight.
What you'll find here
- Free and independently developed forensic utilities
- Bulk evidence processing and media extraction workflows
- Tools designed to complement established forensic platforms
- Technical articles, documentation, and project updates
- A point of contact for select specialist inquiries
Our Work
Where field experience meets technology.
Breakpoint's work centers on practical resources for examiners, investigators, and technical professionals—not a catalog of routine consumer repair or data-recovery services.
Technical Knowledge
Applied forensic knowledge, documentation, and problem-solving informed by practical examination and investigative experience.
Specialized Consulting
Selective assistance with complex digital evidence questions, forensic interpretation, technical reviews, and challenging case-specific matters.
Founder Profile
David Haddad
Digital Forensic Examiner · Software Developer · Technical Consultant
David founded Breakpoint Forensics after building a career that spans more than 20 years in law enforcement and extensive hands-on work in digital forensic investigations. His experience includes complex examinations, technology development, investigative collaboration, and support for other forensic professionals.
His broader professional background includes forensic consulting with the United Nations Interregional Crime and Justice Research Institute (UNICRI), technical instruction for forensic practitioners, and the development of utilities addressing real-world forensic processing challenges.
Breakpoint's independent projects reflect that combination of examination experience, software development, and an interest in making forensic workflows more effective.
20+ YearsLaw enforcement and investigative experience
Digital Forensic ScienceMaster’s degree
CFCECertified Forensic Computer Examiner
1,000+ HoursProfessional forensic instruction delivered over his career
International CollaborationDigital forensic consulting experience with UNICRI
Approach
Useful, complementary, independent.
Built for practical use
Projects are motivated by challenges encountered in forensic analysis and evidence processing.
Works with existing ecosystems
Where technically supported, independent utilities are designed to interoperate with established forensic applications and workflows.
Selective outside projects
Specialized inquiries may be considered individually based on scope, availability, and professional commitments.
Explore & Connect
Tools, resources, and specialized expertise.
Explore the current utilities and technical resources, or reach out about a focused forensic question or collaboration.
Breakpoint Forensics is an independent initiative. References to third-party forensic platforms describe technical compatibility where applicable and do not imply endorsement or affiliation.