We all know floppy disks are more than a little out of date these days. Technology has greatly advanced since the days when these drives were the popular means of data transfer, but this doesn’t mean old floppy disks don’t still contain some sensitive information.
If you run across a box of old floppy drives, you might wonder what to do with these outdated pieces of history. While it could be tempting to just trash them, you could be exposing yourself or your business to a data leak and/or damaging the environment.
Our company is based in the East Bay Area and we specialize in document shredding and media destruction services. With decades of experience in this space, we can ensure your information is protected and offer an easy and convenient service for our clients.
In the sections to follow, we will go over a few important aspects of our floppy disk destruction process to give you a better idea of how this service can help you.
Eliminate Data Leaks
Even if the data on a floppy disk is dated, it could still contain sensitive information regarding your business or you personally. Floppy drives were easy ways to move data several years ago, but they lack the benefit of modern computing security. Anyone with a floppy drive reader can access the files on a disk in most cases, so if they fall into the wrong hands there is no protection for the information on the disk. By completely destroying the disk, you don’t have to worry about your data being compromised.
Environmentally Safe Destruction
Even if the drives you have are free from any files, it still isn’t a good idea to toss them in the trash. A floppy drive falls under the category of electronic waste, and they can take up significant space in landfills or potentially contain harmful materials which could be exposed if they aren’t discarded properly. When we destroy a floppy drive, our team ensures it has the ability to be discarded and/or recycled if possible.
Our Destruction Process
We have a team of trained professionals who handle floppy drive destruction, and we take pride in ensuring the job is done completely and efficiently. We have the proper equipment to shred or crush the disks, which enables them to be recycled or discarded properly. We also take special care to ensure the floppy drives we take in are carefully labeled and cataloged before destruction to ensure nothing is missed.
If you have floppy disks to get rid of then we’re here to help. While it’s tempting to throw them in the trash, this process is best left to a team of professionals. In addition to ensuring no data is leaked and the environment is protected, you don’t have to worry about performing this tedious task in house and you can focus on more important tasks.
From floppy disks, other media and sensitive documents, if you have a shredding or destruction need in the East Bay Area then we’re here to help. Give us a call today to learn more.
