Digital forensics, the field concerned with investigating digital devices and data for legal purposes, is a continually evolving discipline of utmost importance in the current digital era. This literature review provides a comprehensive analysis of digital forensics, tracing its historical development, exploring its methodologies and tools, examining the legal and ethical considerations involved, and predicting future trends. It emphasizes the ongoing growth and relevance of the field, serving as a crucial element in both cybersecurity and law enforcement. Digital forensics not only uncovers enigmatic digital phenomena but also safeguards privacy, ensures the integrity of data, upholds the principles of justice, and delves into various types of digital evidence. In addition, it tackles the numerous difficulties and evolving patterns that influence the environment of this ever-changing discipline, clearing the path for inventive resolutions and methodologies.