Can this tool help document a litigation hold or production set?

Yes. Running a metadata report at the time a hold is placed or a production is assembled creates a timestamped inventory of the exact files involved, which supports defensibility if the hold or production is later challenged.

What formats from legal workflows does this tool support?

The tool supports PDF, DOCX, Excel (xlsx/xls), CSV, TXT, ZIP, JSON, and common image formats. Most legal document formats are covered.

Does the tool store or access the contents of uploaded documents?

No. Only filesystem-level metadata is extracted — name, size, type, and timestamps. Document contents are not read, parsed, or stored.

How large a batch can I process at once?

Up to 50 files or 2GB total per batch. For large productions, split the file set across multiple batches and combine the JSON outputs.

File Metadata Reports for Legal Operations and E-Discovery Preparation

Legal operations teams managing e-discovery productions, matter transfers, or vendor handoffs need a reliable record of exactly which files were involved and when. The File Metadata Report tool creates a structured JSON inventory of every uploaded file — capturing size, type, and timestamps — without altering a single document.

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In legal ops, the chain of custody for documents is as important as the documents themselves. When a matter closes, files are transferred to outside counsel, or a litigation hold is lifted, having a timestamped inventory of the file set provides a defensible record of what existed at that moment. Building this inventory manually from file explorers or email attachments is slow, inconsistent, and difficult to reproduce.

Deliteful accepts up to 50 files per batch across all formats common in legal work — PDF, DOCX, Excel, CSV, and ZIP archives. The JSON output is consistent and structured, making it straightforward to attach to matter management records, store in a document management system, or compare against a production log from opposing counsel.

How it works

1
Upload the file set to inventory
Select the documents from the matter folder, production set, or transfer package — up to 50 files per batch.
2
Generate the metadata report
Deliteful extracts filename, size in bytes, MIME type, and filesystem timestamps for each file without modifying originals.
3
Attach the JSON report to your matter record
Store or submit the structured JSON output as a verifiable inventory record alongside the underlying documents.

Frequently asked questions

Can this tool help document a litigation hold or production set?: Yes. Running a metadata report at the time a hold is placed or a production is assembled creates a timestamped inventory of the exact files involved, which supports defensibility if the hold or production is later challenged.
What formats from legal workflows does this tool support?: The tool supports PDF, DOCX, Excel (xlsx/xls), CSV, TXT, ZIP, JSON, and common image formats. Most legal document formats are covered.
Does the tool store or access the contents of uploaded documents?: No. Only filesystem-level metadata is extracted — name, size, type, and timestamps. Document contents are not read, parsed, or stored.
How large a batch can I process at once?: Up to 50 files or 2GB total per batch. For large productions, split the file set across multiple batches and combine the JSON outputs.

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