Why Sponsor DFRWS Workshops AND Conferences?

  • DFRWS was established in 2001 and is the longest running event dedicated to digital forensics research. Much of the research that has shaped the field was introduced at a DFRWS conference.
  • DFRWS average annual attendance is 115 to 200 per conference.
  • DFRWS is a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the field of forensics by furthering research, sharing information and bringing digital forensics community leaders from Academia, Government, Law Enforcement and Industry together in an informal setting.
  • DFRWS attendees are most often the leaders and decision makers within their organizations.
  • DFRWS has a global reach, a dedicated following and provides excellent visibility for our sponsors.
  • DFRWS events provide an excellent venue to showcase your products and services, network, attract new customers, develop stronger relationships with current customers, find experienced talent and gather ideas to help your company identify and adapt to the growing needs of this community.
  • DFRWS.org considers our sponsors as partners and packages provide an excellent, lasting value. Sponsorship packages can be customized to meet the individual requirements of each sponsor and tailored to fit any budget.
  • DFRWS is a volunteer driven organization so sponsorship contributions go directly toward event production, the dissemination of digital forensics research and ongoing support of the forensics community.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The conferences offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities. Prices vary by location, and start at $1500 USD.  They include but are not limited to:

  • General conference sponsorship
  • Welcome Reception
  • Conference dinner
  • Workshops
  • Student Scholarships
  • Breakfast
  • Morning or afternoon breaks

Contact Us About Sponsorship

Sponsorship is not limited to financial support. For further sponsorship information, or to customize a package, please contact us at usa-sponsorship@dfrws.org (for DFRWS USA), eu-sponsorship@dfrws.org (for DFRWS EU), apac-sponsorship@dfrws.org (for DFRWS APAC) or use the form below.

    Conference(s) Interested in Sponsoring:

    Community Leader

    Sponsorship Package includes:

    • Top level Promotion in association with DFRWS APAC, EU AND USA Conferences as the DFRWS Challenge Sponsor
    • One Full registration to the Asia-Pacific, European and USA DFRWS Conferences for that year
    • Prominent exhibit space in the registration area
    • Logo, URL and company info featured prominently on the main page of DFRWS conference websites
    • Logo featured in the main briefings room
    • Acknowledgment in DFRWS social media postings
    • Verbal Acknowledgement at the award ceremony and throughout the event
    • Insertion of a full page color ad on the inside cover of the Event Programs
    • Logo included on DFRWS welcome signage
    • Insertion of promotional materials into DFRWS registration materials
    • Ability to extend up to four registration discounts

    Community Mentor

    Sponsorship Package includes:

    • Promotion in association with DFRWS APAC, EU AND USA Conferences as the Sponsor of the DFRWS Best Paper Award
    • One Full registration to the Asia-Pacific, European and USA DFRWS Conferences for that year
    • Dedicated exhibit space in the registration area
    • Logo, URL and company info featured prominently on the main page of DFRWS conference websites
    • Acknowledgment in DFRWS social media postings
    • Insertion of a full-page color ad in Event Program
    • Logo included on DFRWS welcome signage
    • Insertion of promotional materials into DFRWS registration materials
    • Ability to extend up to two registration discounts

    Community Member

    Sponsorship Package includes:

    • Promotion in association with DFRWS APAC, EU AND USA Conferences as the Forensics Rodeo Sponsor
    • One Full registration to either the Asia-Pacific, European or the USA DFRWS Conferences for that year
    • Dedicated exhibit space in the registration area
    • Logo, URL and company bio featured on the DFRWS conference websites
    • Acknowledgment in DFRWS social media postings
    • Insertion of half-page Full-color ad in the DFRWS APAC, EU or USA Program
    • Logo included on DFRWS welcome signage
    • Insertion of promotional materials into DFRWS registration materials

    DFRWS Student Scholarships

    Sponsorship Package includes:

    • Each Student Scholarship provides a full registration and assistance with travel and/or hotel accommodations for a student who has authored an accepted paper.
    • Logo and url posted on DFRWS website
    • Allocated space for demo/promotional materials and a sponsor table during the conference
    • Logo included on DFRWS welcome signage
    • Insertion of promotional materials into DFRWS registration packet

    DFRWS Special Event Sponsorship

    Choose to sponsor a specific event at a DFRWS Conference!

    • DFRWS Banquet
    • DFRWS Welcome Reception
    • DFRWS Workshops

    Each sponsorship comes with:

    • One Full Registration to the conference
    • Logo and url posted on conference website
    • Opening remarks and Exhibit space during the event sponsored
    • Allocated space for promotional materials in registration area
    • Logo included on DFRWS welcome signage and Welcome Screen
    • Insertion of promotional materials in DFRWS registration packet

    DFRWS Demo Station

    Sponsorship Package includes:

    • Signage during the Welcome Reception and Demo Session
    • Allocated space for live Demo Station
    • Logo and url posted on DFRWS website
    • Can be customized to include one full conference Registration

    About the Conference

    Since 2001, the annual DFRWS conference brings together leading researchers, developers, practitioners, and educators from around the world to address the emerging challenges in our field. Attendance is generally between 115 and 200 attendees. The informal atmosphere and the collaborative nature of the conference generate fruitful discussion and encourage the exploration of new ideas.