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Simply deleting files isn’t enough. Your personal data—bank info, passwords, photos, work documents—can still be recovered unless it's properly erased.
We provide professional data wipe services using NIST 800-88r1 standards, ensuring your data is permanently and securely removed.
Before You Sell, Donate, Return or Recycle a Device —
Protect Your Data
💻 Our Service Includes:
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Data Wipe per NIST 800-88r1 guidelines
(Single-pass for HDDs, secure erase for SSDs) -
Verification of successful erasure
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Certificate of Sanitization (available upon request)
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Drive removal and recycling (optional)
What this service does not include:
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Cost of any cabling, components, hardware, or software that may be needed
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Data Backup/Transfer
🔐 Why Our Secure Wipe is Different
We don’t just "delete" your data—we destroy it.
Using methods based on the NIST 800-88 Revision 1 guidelines, we ensure that your hard drive or SSD is sanitized according to the highest security standards used by government agencies and IT professionals.
Common Questions
What is NIST 800-88r1 and why is it important for data wiping?
NIST 800-88 Revision 1 is a set of guidelines developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology for secure data destruction. It ensures that data on storage devices is completely and irreversibly erased, protecting your sensitive information from recovery.
Is wiping my hard drive really necessary before I sell or donate my computer?
Yes. Simply deleting files or formatting your drive does not remove your data. A proper NIST 800-88r1–compliant wipe ensures your personal information cannot be recovered by the next user.
Do you offer data wipe services for both SSDs and HDDs?
We do. SSDs and traditional hard drives require different erasure methods. At Tech This, we follow NIST guidelines to ensure secure data sanitization specific to the type of drive you have.
Can I get a certificate proving my data was wiped securely?
Absolutely. We offer an optional Certificate of Sanitization that verifies your drive was wiped according to NIST 800-88r1 standards—ideal for businesses, professionals, or IT compliance.
How long does the data wipe process take?
Most single-drive data wipes can be completed same-day or next-business-day, depending on the drive size and service type. Multi-drive jobs or complex devices may take longer.
Do you ever complete repairs without my approval?
Absolutely not. The diagnostic service stops with the presentation of what is needed and we will not proceed any further without your approval to do so.
Are your technicians certified?
Our owner, Rob, is our only technician at this time and holds the following certifications:
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CompTIA A+
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CompTIA Network+
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CompTIA Security+
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CompTIA CIOS
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CompTIA CSIS
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Microsoft 365 Certified Fundamentals
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ITIL 4 Foundation
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Google IT Support Professional