We recommend for the public to erase all their data on their data storage device before dropping them off for recycling. From our end, VAS Consults has specific data sanitization mechanisms put in place when processing the E-Waste to ensure that the collected E-Waste is safely handled, sorted and transported to qualified recyclers.
We offer different levels of data sanitization measures based on the different media types like computer, laptops, mobiles, and tablets. Some measures may attract a cost depending on the type of solutions.
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– Crushing for HDD, SSD, mobile phone
– Degaussing HDD, SDD
– Overwriting with Certified software HDD, SSD, mobile phone
All data especially for HDDs are cleared/deleted through a degaussing equipment and later sent for crushing/shredding. During degaussing, the hard drive is rendered inoperable and cannot be reused. As for SSDs, they are sent for puncturing for data destruction. We recommend for the public to erase all their data on their data storage device before dropping them off for recycling. From our end, we will maintain records of all data sanitisation processes which are subject to audit
Ensure that you have backed up your data and information. You can use an external hard drive to download or upload to secure cloud storage options such as iCloud, Google Drive or Dropbox.
To protect your privacy, it is important to log out from all personal accounts, including emails, banking and social media apps, from your devices.
Never dispose your devices together with your SIM card and external storage media. Reset your devices to its factory settings to remove all files, data and applications.
All E-Waste devices collected at our branded Bins or Agents is subjected to appropriate data sanitation procedures and physical dismantling in a secure manner before being sent to qualified licensed E-Waste recyclers.
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