{"id":898,"date":"2025-05-14T10:29:31","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T10:29:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/?page_id=898"},"modified":"2025-08-01T14:07:28","modified_gmt":"2025-08-01T14:07:28","slug":"data-recycling","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/solutions-services\/it-procurement\/it-recycling\/data-recycling\/","title":{"rendered":"Data recycling"},"content":{"rendered":"<div  class=\"section section-pageheader-detail  has-no-bg has-no-pattern\">\n        <div class=\"container\">\n            <div class=\"holder\">\n                                    <div class=\"background-image\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9270-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                    <\/div>\n                \n                                    <div class=\"content\">\n                        <h1>Data recycling<\/h1>\n\n                                                    <div class=\"rank-math-breadcrumbs\">\n                                <nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><span class=\"last\">Home<\/span><\/p><\/nav>                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                \n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n        <div  class=\"section section-content has-no-padding-bottom-d has-no-padding-bottom-m has-no-bg has-no-pattern\">\n                        <div class=\"container\">\n                <div class=\"content-holder\">\n                    <div class=\"content\">\n                        <div class=\"inner\">\n                            <p>Decommissioned hard drives, servers or other data carriers? At Reuzado, we ensure secure and certified data recycling. Whether you have a few old laptops or are clearing out an entire server room, we process your data carriers responsibly and in line with the strictest security standards.<\/p>\n<p>Certified data destruction is always at the heart of our process. You'll receive a clear report and an official destruction certificate, so you can be confident your data is truly secure.<\/p>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"button-holder\">\n                                                                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/request-quote\/\"\n                                                target=\"_self\"\n                                                class=\"button\">Request a Quote<\/a>\n                                                                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/contact\/\"\n                                                target=\"_self\"\n                                                class=\"button\">Contact us<\/a>\n                                                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    \n\n        <div  class=\"section section-block-cards has-bg-lightblue has-pattern-blue\">\n            \n            <div class=\"container\">\n                <div class=\"holder\">\n                    <div class=\"content-holder\">\n                        <h2>Data recycling: how does the process work?<\/h2>\n<p>Data can remain stored on all kinds of devices for many years: hard drives, SSDs, tapes, servers, laptops, USB drives. Even when a device is no longer working, traces of sensitive information can still be present. Simply throwing it away is not an option<\/p>\n<p>Our data recycling process ensures that this information does not end up in the wrong hands. At the same time, the materials in your old equipment are handled in a sustainable way. Whether it\u2019s personal data, customer records or business documents, we make sure everything is securely and thoroughly destroyed.<\/p>\n\n                                            <\/div>\n\n                    <div class=\"block-holder\">\n                                                    <div class=\"blocks\">\n                                                                                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"block\">\n                                                    <div class=\"inner\">\n                                                        <h3>1. Register your equipment<\/h3>\n<p>Let us know which devices you want us to process. This can include internal and external hard drives, laptops, servers, SSDs or NAS systems. We discuss your needs and make clear arrangements in advance.<\/p>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                            <div class=\"block\">\n                                                    <div class=\"inner\">\n                                                        <h3>2. Collection via secure transport<\/h3>\n<p>We collect the equipment at your preferred time in a secure and discreet manner. For large volumes, we arrange secure transport. You may also deliver the devices yourself.<\/p>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                                                                <div class=\"column\">\n                                                                                            <div class=\"block\">\n                                                    <div class=\"inner\">\n                                                        <h3>3. Registration and processing<\/h3>\n<p>Upon arrival, we register each device and link the serial numbers to the processing procedure. Working devices are assessed for possible reuse. Non-functional equipment is prepared for recycling.<\/p>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                            <div class=\"block\">\n                                                    <div class=\"inner\">\n                                                        <h3>4. Complete data destruction<\/h3>\n<p>Depending on your preferences and the type of storage, we erase the data using certified software or physically destroy the devices. You always receive an official certificate of destruction.<\/p>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                            <div class=\"block\">\n                                                    <div class=\"inner\">\n                                                        <h3>5. Reporting and proof<\/h3>\n<p>Upon completion, we will send you an official certificate of destruction. This also lists the serial numbers, giving you complete transparency.<\/p>\n                                                                                                            <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n                                                                                    <\/div>\n                                                                                                <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n\n    <div         class=\"section section-image-content has-no-padding-top-d has-no-padding-top-m has-no-bg has-no-pattern has-image-left\">\n        <div class=\"holder\">\n                            <div class=\"image-holder\">\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9468-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"column\">\n                                                    <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9710-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9701-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"buying up cisco\">\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9677-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                <div class=\"image-holder-mobile\">\n\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9468-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"column\">\n                                                    <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9710-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                                                                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9701-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"buying up cisco\">\n                            <\/div>\n                                            <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"image-wrapper\">\n                                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9677-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                            <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"image-wrapper is-blue\">\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <div class=\"content-holder\">\n                <div class=\"inner\">\n                                            <h2>Data destruction within the recycling process<\/h2>\n<p>Sensitive data can hide in unexpected places, such as backups, cache files, deleted folders or hidden sectors on a drive. That\u2019s why we handle every data carrier with great care. Our destruction methods are certified and comply fully with GDPR and international security standards.<\/p>\n                    \n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n        <div  class=\"section section-content two-columns has-no-bg has-no-pattern\">\n            <div class=\"container\">\n                <div class=\"content-holder\">\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"content\">\n                                <h3>Certified software-based erasure<\/h3>\n<p>If a device is still functional, we can erase all data professionally using certified software. We use Blancco, a global leader in secure data erasure, approved by organizations such as NATO, TUV, ANSSI and the Dutch AIVD.<\/p>\n<p>The software overwrites the entire storage multiple times, making recovery technically impossible. This method is ideal when the device will be reused. You receive a certificate and detailed report listing the serial numbers.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"content\">\n                            <h3>Physical destruction in the case of non-restorable carriers<\/h3>\n<p>If the device is damaged or contains highly confidential data, we perform physical destruction. The hard drive, SSD or tape is shredded into tiny, unrecognisable fragments using an industrial shredder.<\/p>\n<p>This irreversible method takes place in our secure facility or, if preferred, on-site. It is a trusted solution for healthcare providers, financial institutions and government agencies. Naturally, you receive a certificate of destruction.<\/p>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    \n\n    <div  class=\"section section-images-slider has-bg-lightblue has-no-pattern\">\n        \n                    <div class=\"slider-container\">\n                <div class=\"slider-track\">\n                                            <div class=\"slide\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9564-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Phone recycling\">\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"slide\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9570-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"slide\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9597-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"buy computers\">\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"slide\">\n                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/app\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Reuzado-9701-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"buying up cisco\">\n                        <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n\n\n        <div  class=\"section section-content two-columns has-no-bg has-no-pattern\">\n            <div class=\"container\">\n                <div class=\"content-holder\">\n                                            <div class=\"column\">\n                            <div class=\"content\">\n                                <h4>Responsible processing of decommissioned equipment<\/h4>\n<p>Not all devices need to be destroyed right away. If a device is still in good working condition, we assess whether it can be reused, for example in educational or community programs.<\/p>\n<p>If reuse is not possible, we recycle the equipment in accordance with WEEELABEX standards. Valuable materials such as aluminium, copper and precious metals are recovered. Hazardous components are safely and responsibly disposed of.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                        <div class=\"column\">\n                        <div class=\"content\">\n                            <h4>We also buy used IT equipment<\/h4>\n<p>Do you have a larger batch of decommissioned servers, external drives or laptops that still hold some value? Reuzado buys used IT equipment. You\u2019ll receive a fair offer and lower your recycling costs.<\/p>\n<p>Send your list to opkoop@reuzado.nl or call +31 (0)23 5519821. We will provide a competitive quote quickly and arrange the logistics, even outside office hours.<\/p>\n                                                            <div class=\"button-holder\">\n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/contact\/\"\n                                            target=\"_self\"\n                                            class=\"button\">Contact us<\/a>\n                                                                                                        <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n    \n\n    <div  class=\"section section-faq  has-no-bg has-no-pattern\">\n        \n        <div class=\"container\">\n                        <div class=\"faq-wrapper\">\n                <div class=\"faq\">\n                                                                        <div class=\"faq-title\">\n                                <h2>Frequently asked questions about data recycling<\/h2>\n                            <\/div>\n                                            \n                                            <div class=\"faq-items-wrapper\">\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>Which devices qualify for data recycling?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon opened\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body is-opened\">\n                                        <p>We recycle all types of storage devices including hard drives (HDD and SSD), tapes, laptops, smartphones, tablets, USB drives, memory cards and servers. Even an outdated or broken old server can be safely processed by our team.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>Is data erasure mandatory?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>Yes. If you work with personal data or business information, you are legally required to remove it securely. Data security is essential, and with our certified process you are fully compliant with GDPR and other regulations.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>How much does data recycling cost?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>The cost depends on the number of devices, the type of storage and the method you choose, such as software-based erasure or physical destruction. In many cases, data recycling is free if the equipment still has residual value.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>Can the destruction be done on site?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>Yes. Especially when handling sensitive data or larger volumes, on-site data destruction is a convenient and secure option. This also applies if you prefer not to transport an old server or other storage devices.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>How quickly can you perform on-site hard drive destruction?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>We can usually come by within a few working days. For large quantities of equipment or when disposing of IT waste, we can also arrange pickup outside regular business hours, at a time that suits you.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>Will I receive proof of destruction?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>Yes. You always receive a certificate of destruction and a detailed report listing the serial numbers of all processed devices. This ensures full transparency and confirms your data security compliance.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                            <div class=\"faq-item\">\n                                    <div class=\"faq-heading toggle-heading\">\n                                        <h3>Is it possible to recycle a server or NAS device?<\/h3>\n                                        <i class=\"icon closed\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-body toggle-body hidden\">\n                                        <p>Yes. We can securely process any kind of data carrier or network equipment. Whether it's a laptop, a NAS or a complete server recycling request, we provide certified data destruction and environmentally friendly processing.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":756,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-898","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/898","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=898"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/898\/revisions"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/756"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/reuzado.nl\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=898"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}