Top FAQs About Electronic Media Destruction:
How Ship-n-Destroy Keeps Your Data Safe
In today’s world, simply tossing old devices in the trash isn’t enough. Between identity theft, data breaches, and environmental concerns, securely destroying your electronic storage media is essential. At Ship-n-Destroy, we understand the challenges of safely handling sensitive data, and we’re here to help you navigate this process with peace of mind.
Here, we’ve gathered some of the most frequently asked questions about our secure media destruction service, so you can feel confident and informed about protecting your data the right way.
- Why Can’t I Just Erase or Reformat My Devices?
It’s a common misconception that deleting files or reformatting a device removes data permanently. Unfortunately, it doesn’t. When you delete a file, the data remains stored on the device in sectors that can be accessed by determined data collectors. These pieces can be reassembled and potentially used against you. Ship-n-Destroy uses advanced methods to physically destroy your devices, ensuring that all sensitive information is permanently inaccessible. We take every measure to ensure your data is gone for good.
- What Devices Contain Sensitive Data?
The short answer? More than you might think. Hard drives in desktop computers and laptops are obvious culprits, but many other devices—such as fax machines, phones, external drives, and even copiers—store personal data. These electronic media can be gold mines for data thieves, which is why Ship-n-Destroy accepts a wide range of devices for secure destruction.
- How Does Ship-n-Destroy Ensure My Data Is Truly Gone?
We use our Certified Hard Drive Hammer, a tool designed to completely crush the memory platters of hard drives, leaving no chance for data retrieval. Unlike other methods, like drilling or degaussing, our approach is guaranteed to make data recovery impossible. And we don’t stop there—our secure facility, run by SecurShred, is certified by the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID), which regularly audits our facility, staff, and equipment to maintain our high standards.
- What About Paper Records and Files?
Yes, we handle that, too! Our industrial shredding machines take your paper files and reduce them to tiny, unrecognizable bits—much more secure than the strips produced by most home shredders. These tiny bits are then mixed with thousands of pounds of other shredded material, making reconstruction virtually impossible. Once the paper is shredded, it’s securely baled and sent to a domestic paper mill, where it’s recycled into new products like paper towels and tissues. We’re not only protecting your data; we’re also giving it new life in an environmentally friendly way.
- Is the Process Complicated?
Not at all! We’ve designed our Ship-n-Destroy process to be simple and convenient. All you need to do is fill out our online order form and select “Premium Service.” We’ll send you a lockable tote, two numbered locks, a return label, and all the packing instructions you need. Just place your devices in the tote, secure it, and send it back to us. It’s that easy! Once we receive your package, we’ll take care of the rest—safely and securely.
- What Happens After My Data Is Destroyed?
After we’ve destroyed your media, you’ll receive a Certificate of Destruction via email. This certificate includes a list of serial numbers from your destroyed hard drives, phones, or other devices for your records. This document is essential, especially for businesses required to keep records of data destruction for compliance purposes.
- Is Ship-n-Destroy Environmentally Friendly?
Absolutely! We prioritize both security and sustainability. After destroying electronic devices, we recycle any remaining materials responsibly, reducing e-waste and helping to protect the environment. The shredded paper from documents is also recycled at a local mill, meaning your data won’t just vanish—it’ll come back as something useful for the community.
- Can I Trust Ship-n-Destroy with Highly Confidential Information?
Yes. Our team is certified and trained to handle confidential materials of all types, and we are held to the highest industry standards. With NAID certification, we undergo random audits to ensure we maintain secure and effective destruction practices, keeping your data safe and secure.
- How Do I Get Started with Ship-n-Destroy?
Starting with Ship-n-Destroy is simple. Just visit our website, complete the online form, and we’ll handle the rest. With our secure methods and easy-to-follow process, protecting your data has never been easier.
At Ship-n-Destroy, we’re committed to making secure media destruction as straightforward and stress-free as possible. Don’t let your old devices become someone else’s treasure trove of information. Visit our website and see how easy it is to shipndestroy your old devices—protecting your data and the environment at the same time!