Deleting Data Is Not the Same as Destroying It.
Physical destruction for hard drives and electronic media that may still contain sensitive business or personal information.
of data-bearing media
and personal devices
and other media options
available where applicable
Sensitive data can survive long after a device is taken out of service.
Hard drives and electronic media can retain confidential information even when files have been deleted or devices are no longer in use. Physical media destruction is designed to make the storage device unusable and address the risk of data remaining on retired equipment.
- Useful when decommissioning computers, servers and storage devices.
- Relevant for customer data, employee information, financial records and internal files.
- A strong companion service to document shredding during office cleanouts or equipment replacement.
A simple process. Maximum security.
Count the hard drives, SSDs, USBs, discs or other devices that need destruction.
Confirm whether drives need to be removed from computers before service.
Media is collected and tracked as sensitive material.
Devices are mechanically damaged or destroyed so they are no longer usable as storage media.
Where applicable, destruction documentation is issued and material is directed to the appropriate downstream recycling process.
More than deletion. Greater data security.
Moves beyond file deletion by destroying the storage device itself.
Remove retired devices that may still contain sensitive information.
Combine paper and media destruction in the same project planning process.
Suitable for a handful of devices or larger equipment-retirement projects.
Destroy media that may still contain sensitive data.
HARD DISK DRIVES
Retired desktop, laptop and server drives.
SOLID-STATE DRIVES
SSD storage devices requiring physical destruction.
USB & REMOVABLE MEDIA
Portable storage that may contain confidential files.
OPTICAL & LEGACY MEDIA
CDs, DVDs, tapes or other data-bearing media where supported by the service.
Why choose Complete Shred for media destruction?
Retired hardware often gets overlooked during document cleanouts. Complete Shred can help bring paper and data-bearing media into the same secure disposal plan so obsolete devices are not left sitting in storage with sensitive information still inside.
- Physical destruction service
- Business and personal media
- Can be coordinated with paper shredding
- Local Toronto & GTA support
Destroyed media.
Appropriate handling.
After physical destruction, material can be directed to the appropriate downstream recycling process.
Request a free quote.
Quick. Easy. No obligation.
- Physical destruction service
- Business and personal media
- Local Toronto & GTA support
Your questions.
Answered.
Is deleting or formatting a hard drive enough?
Deleting or formatting removes normal access to files but does not physically destroy the storage device. Physical destruction addresses the device itself.
What types of media can you destroy?
Hard drives and other electronic media can be supported depending on the equipment and service scope. Confirm the exact media types when requesting a quote.
Do I need to remove the hard drives from computers first?
That depends on the service setup. Tell the team whether you have loose drives or complete devices so they can advise you.
Can businesses destroy many drives at once?
Yes. Media destruction can be planned for larger retirement, replacement or office-cleanout projects.
Can I combine paper shredding and hard drive destruction?
Yes. Mention both material types when requesting a quote so the project can be planned appropriately.
Do I receive proof of destruction?
Destruction documentation can be provided where applicable. Confirm your documentation requirements during the quote process.
Retiring devices that may still contain sensitive data?
Tell us what type of media you have and approximately how many devices need destruction. We will help you plan the right service.