Over time, devices become outdated, and you need to dispose of it for a new replacement. The method you choose for disposal is crucial because, when done improperly, unauthorized people can retrieve sensitive information from discarded content.

Shredding is the most secure way to destroy hard drives, and Lexington Computer Recycling offers convenient on-site shredding service—as well as device destruction in our facility.

Shredding Is The Most Reliable Destruction Method

Shredding paper is the most fool-proof way to destroy documents; the same is true for electronics. Electronic data lasts forever. It doesn't expire or disappear when you no longer need it. Throwing hard drives and electronics in the garbage causes pollution as they don’t biodegrade. When you shred hard drives, you can be assured that the information is destroyed, and you can request documentation.

The Risks of Not Shredding Hard Drives

Choosing not to shred electronics or hard drives can make you vulnerable to various threats, including:

• Legal: When unauthorized parties access data, identity theft and other types of fraud are more likely to occur.
• Security: Accessing confidential information allows people to obtain bank accounts and other data that can compromise your security.
• Financial: Companies that fail to comply with proper data destruction policies may receive violations and fines.
• Competitors: Most organizations keep information about their operations and products closely guarded. Competing companies can use ideas and data to create similar products that draw customers away from the original business.

What Information Lives on Hard Drives?

You may not realize the scope of information that a hard drive holds. Depending on what you use a computer for, the hard drive can contain your social security number, medical history, login credentials, passwords, customer contact information, and confidential communication, like emails or other messages. It will also have files and applications you download and your operating system preferences. Tech-savvy individuals can retrieve any information that has ever been on the hard drive.

Why You Should Use Professionals for Electronics Shredding

Do-it-yourself hard drive destruction methods are unsafe for you and the environment. The cost of a quality shredder far outweighs the benefits if you only use it a handful of times annually. Relying on professionals for hard drive shredding is time and cost-efficient.

Lexington Computer Recycling holds NAID AAA Certification®, meaning we adhere to strict standards to ensure the safety of your sensitive information. An independent third party audits our procedures on a scheduled and random basis. We provide tracking information while your hard drives are en route to our facility and verify destruction when the job is complete.

We Offer Hard Drive Shredding Near Lexington, KY

Why risk damage to your bottom line and reputation when you can enjoy the peace of mind of professional hard drive shredding? Lexington Computer Recycling is the area’s leading electronics recycling provider, with several convenient drop-off locations. We also offer office clean outs and specialty equipment disposal for organizations of all sizes.

Call (859) 300-3599 to learn more about special rates for new annual contracts or request a quote online.

Lexington Computer Recycling proudly serves the entire United States, including the greater Lexington, KY, area, Versailles, Nicholasville, Frankfort, Richmond, and Georgetown.