Top Data Sanitization FAQs

Data sanitization is the process of permanently erasing or destroying data from storage devices so that it cannot be recovered. It is essential to protect sensitive information, prevent identity theft and meet data privacy regulations like GDPR, HIPAA and NIST 800-88.

No. Deleting or formatting only removes the file reference, not the actual data. Professional data sanitization methods like multi-pass overwriting, crypto-erase or device shredding are required for permanent and secure data destruction.

We use certified methods such as NIST 800-88 Rev.1-compliant overwriting, DoD 5220.22-M standards or degaussing/physical destruction depending on the security level required. These ensure complete and irreversible data removal.

SSDs use wear-leveling and have hidden sectors, making traditional overwriting unreliable. We use manufacturer-certified tools, secure erase commands or crypto-erasure, which deletes the encryption keys, rendering all data unreadable.

We provide network-based data sanitization, remote crypto-erasure and RAID-aware wiping for servers, SAN and NAS storage. This process allows for safe reuse or decommissioning of enterprise storage hardware without risking data leaks.

Yes. Devices like digital cameras, biometric attendance machines and IoT systems are sanitized using custom tools tailored to their internal storage (eMMC, NAND, etc.), ensuring full data erasure even from non-standard devices.