Forensic Email Collector (FEC) by Metaspike is a powerful tool designed to forensically preserve email evidence from various mail servers and services.

• Versatile Connectivity: Supports Gmail via Gmail API, Exchange servers and Office 365 via Exchange Web Services (EWS), and virtually any IMAP-compatible server, ensuring broad compatibility.
• OAuth Authentication: Utilizes OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication with Gmail, enhancing security by eliminating the need for direct password access.
• In-Place Search: Performs instant searches on mailboxes before acquisition, allowing for targeted data collection without downloading entire mailboxes.
• Automatic Retries and Session Resumption: Automatically retries acquisitions and resumes previous sessions, ensuring complete data collection even in case of interruptions.
• Flexible Output Formats: Exports preserved emails in MIME (EML), MSG, and PST formats simultaneously, facilitating seamless integration with various eDiscovery and digital forensics platforms.
• Detailed Reporting: Generates comprehensive acquisition and exception reports, providing thorough documentation of the preservation process.
• Enterprise Authentication Support: Supports delegate access and impersonation for enterprise environments, enabling efficient and secure access to multiple mailboxes.
• Portable Mode: Offers a portable mode for use on different computers without installation, enhancing flexibility for field operations.
• Perpetual Licensing: Provides a perpetual license with one year of support and software updates, ensuring long-term usability and value.