Destroying hard drives is essential for any organisation that handles sensitive data. At Reuzado, we provide thorough and secure data destruction, ensuring that your hard drives are completely and irreversibly destroyed. You always receive an official certificate of destruction, helping you comply with regulations such as the GDPR.
The hard drive destruction process
Hard drives often store much more data than expected: customer information, financial documents, employee records or emails. Even if you believe you have wiped a drive, data can often still be recovered with specialised software. Only physical destruction provides one hundred percent certainty that the data is truly gone.
1. Registration
Contact us by email or phone to register your request. Let us know how many hard drives you want to destroy and whether you prefer pickup or drop-off.
2. Collection or delivery
We can collect the drives at a time that suits you. For larger quantities, we arrange secure transportation. You are also welcome to deliver the drives yourself.
3. Registration and processing
Each drive is logged and processed according to a strict protocol. We differentiate between working drives, damaged ones and SSDs. Each type is handled and recorded separately.
4. Physical data destruction
The hard drives are physically destroyed using industrial shredders, which completely damage the internal disks. You can choose to have the destruction done on site or at our secure facility.
5. Reporting and proof
After the process, you receive a certificate of data destruction with serial numbers and detailed information for each drive. This provides full proof for audits or your own administration.
Choose the destruction method that suits your needs
Not every business has the same requirements for data destruction. That’s why Reuzado offers two clear options for destroying hard drives: on site or at our secure processing facility. Both methods comply with all relevant laws and regulations and include a certificate and full report. You choose what suits your organisation best, and we take care of the rest.
On-site hard drive destruction
Do you want maximum control over the process? Then we bring our mobile shredder to your location. Our specialists carry out the destruction right there on your premises, under your direct supervision. The hard drive casings are removed, and the internal data disks are shredded immediately. You can witness the process and be sure that everything is safely and irreversibly destroyed.
This option is ideal for organisations that do not want to risk transporting sensitive data carriers. After completion, you receive the destruction certificate and documentation on the spot. It is a popular choice among government agencies, hospitals and companies with strict compliance requirements.
Destruction at our secure processing facility
Prefer a more convenient and efficient option? You can have your hard drives collected or drop them off yourself. We destroy them at our highly secure facility using industrial shredders. Each drive is logged, dismantled and shredded into tiny fragments, fully in line with official guidelines. This method is suitable for both small and large volumes and is often a more cost-effective solution.
We ensure full transparency. After completion, you receive a complete overview of all processed drives, including serial numbers, destruction date and method. The report and official certific
The risks of destroying hard drives yourself
Trying to destroy hard drives yourself may seem easy, but it rarely guarantees full data removal. Even from physically damaged drives, data can sometimes be recovered. A hammer or drill is not enough to destroy data completely.
At Reuzado, we use industrial shredders specifically designed for hard drive destruction. This is the only way to ensure that sensitive information such as customer data or internal business documents is removed beyond recovery.
If you want to avoid data breaches, identity theft or compliance issues, always choose certified destruction. It is the safest way to protect your organisation and your clients.
Frequently asked questions about hard drive destruction
Why is hard drive destruction necessary?
Hard drives often contain confidential data such as customer information, financial records, or employee files. Even after formatting, this data can still be recovered using special tools. Only physical destruction ensures the data is completely and permanently removed.