HDD/SSD Destruction in Taiwan

HDD Degaussing

What is HDD Degaussing

HDD Degaussing uses a powerful magnetic field to permanently destroy data stored on traditional hard drives.

Unlike software wiping, it does not just erase files. It makes the drive itself unreadable and unusable.

  • Permanent data destruction for magnetic hard drives
  • Fast process for large batches of retired drives
  • No software failure risk from damaged or locked drives
  • Ideal for high-security and compliance-sensitive environments

For maximum assurance, degaussed drives can also be physically crushed after the degaussing process.

Process Flow

Our Degaussing Process

1

Requirement Assessment

We first review your project requirements to determine the safest and most efficient destruction method. - Onsite degaussing for high-security environments. - Offsite degaussing for larger batches or standard projects. - Drive quantity, location, access rules, and reporting needs are confirmed in advance.

2

Secure Collection or Onsite Preparation

For offsite services, we collect the hard drives from your location and transport them securely to our facility. For onsite services, our team brings the required equipment and performs the degaussing process at your premises.

3

HDD Degaussing

Each hard drive is processed using our NSA approved 20'000 gauss field machine to permanently destroy the data stored on the drive.

4

Optional Physical Destruction

For higher assurance, degaussed drives can also be physically crushed or destroyed after degaussing. This adds an extra layer of security and provides clear visual proof of destruction.

5

Data Destruction Certificate

After completion, we issue a Data Destruction Certificate as formal proof that the drives were securely destroyed. The certificate can support your internal audit, compliance, and data security documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

No. Degaussing usually damages the drive’s internal magnetic structure, making the hard drive permanently unusable.

No. Degaussing does not work on SSDs because SSDs store data on memory chips, not magnetic platters.

For SSDs, we recommend physical destruction, such as crunching, to ensure the data cannot be recovered.

The actual degaussing process is fast, but the total project time depends on quantity, onsite requirements, asset recording, and reporting needs.

We confirm the timeline after reviewing the project scope.