Digital & social media investigation: online traces mapped carefully
Santos Recherchebureau conducts digital research using public sources and social media to bring clarity to suspicions of infidelity, unwanted contact or dishonesty, always within GDPR limits and without illegal hacking or wiretapping.
Many traces today are online: a like at the wrong moment, an account no longer visible to you, a photo that reveals just a bit too much. We know where and how to search lawfully.
Common signs
- Suspicion of a hidden or second social media profile
- Unexplained online contacts or messages
- Need for a background check before a business or personal relationship
- Doubt about the identity of an online contact
How we work
Our investigators work exclusively with lawful, verifiable methods:
- Open-source research (OSINT) within legal limits
- Analysis of social media activity and digital traces
- Linking digital findings to physical surveillance where needed
- Clear reporting with screenshots and traceable sources
- For your business or organisation? See our digital investigation for organisations
Our digital specialists
Ethical digital researchersCombine technical knowledge with a sharp eye for legal boundaries in online research.
All investigations are carried out by licensed investigators (POB 7635), within the framework of the Dutch Private Security Organisations and Investigation Bureaus Act (Wpbr) and the GDPR. Read more on our page Is hiring a private investigator legal?
Cost indication
| Investigation type | Indication |
|---|---|
| Limited digital investigation | from approx. €750 |
| Combined with surveillance | custom quote after intake |
See our full cost breakdown for more detail.
Frequently asked questions
Do you hack phones or accounts?
No. We work exclusively with lawful methods using public sources and within GDPR; illegal hacking or wiretapping is never used and is a criminal offence.
Can I check my partner's phone myself?
This is legally nuanced; read our explainer on the ‘Is it legal?’ page or contact us for personal advice.
Can you investigate a fake profile or catfish account?
Yes, this is a common request. Within legal limits, we investigate who is behind an account.
Is digital evidence usable in court?
Carefully and lawfully collected digital evidence can, like other investigative material, serve as supporting evidence.
What clients say about us
“Zeer snel en discreet de vraag beantwoord. Ga zo door!”
“Fijne samenwerking gehad met Santos. Snel schakelen, duidelijke terugkoppeling en een zorgvuldige aanpak. Zeker aan te bevelen.”
“Ik heb een zeer goede ervaring met Santos. Ze zijn professioneel en gaan uiterst discreet en vakkundig met een situatie om. Door de persoonlijke benadering voel je je als klant goed begrepen, en ze leveren snel het gewenste resultaat. Kortom, ik kan Santos zeker aanbevelen!”
Want to know what we can do for you?
Get in touch, free and without obligation. We respond within 24 hours and think along with you, discreetly.
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