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Discover the positive and negative uses of faraday bags. Learn how they protect privacy, prevent RFID theft, and secure digital evidence, but also how they’re misused for shoplifting, hiding stolen devices, evading tracking, and concealing illicit communications or drones. Understand the benefits, risks, and what you should do to stay secure in today’s connected world.

In a recent Police1.com review, veteran officer and forensic expert Joshua Lee called the Mission Darkness™ Charge Preserve Evidence Bag a “paradigm shift” in how law enforcement handles digital evidence. That’s not hyperbole. For years, officers have had to choose between preserving DNA and preserving digital evidence. Traditional workflows made it nearly impossible to do both—without risking contamination, data lockout, or damaging expensive Faraday gear. The Charge Preserve Evidence Bag changes that. Power + Preservation in One Step Unlike standard evidence bags, this bag allows investigators to charge a device while it remains hermetically sealed. That means: No cutting holes...

If you're attending a protest, your phone can be both a lifeline—and a liability. Even in airplane mode, your device still emits signals. Law enforcement and government agencies can use surveillance tools like IMSI catchers (a.k.a. stingrays) to mimic cell towers, intercept your data, and pinpoint your location. That means your phone can silently betray your identity, movements, and connections—without you even unlocking it. Wired recently broke down how to protect your digital privacy at protests, and one of their top recommendations was using a Faraday bag to block all wireless signals. Let’s break down why DIY methods like foil...

For digital forensics professionals, signal shielding isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re collecting evidence at a crime scene or performing data extraction in a lab, your tools must ensure total wireless isolation without sacrificing functionality. One tool that’s becoming increasingly indispensable is a Faraday bag with charging capabilities—but not all are created equal. If you're in the market for a charging-compatible Faraday bag that keeps your devices powered while staying completely isolated, here's what to look for—and why the Mission Darkness™ Charge & Shield Faraday Bag (available in phone and tablet size) continues to be the trusted choice for...

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our latest innovation, the Mission Darkness Charge Preserve Evidence Bag! This groundbreaking product is set to revolutionize the industry procedures for digital evidence collection, offering an unprecedented solution that protects both digital and physical evidence. A New Era in Evidence Preservation In the realm of law enforcement and digital forensics, the integrity and preservation of evidence are paramount. Traditional evidence bags, while effective for physical items, often fall short when it comes to the unique challenges posed by digital devices. Recognizing this critical gap, Mission Darkness developed the Charge Preserve Evidence Bag—the...