At Computer Assistance, we’re the go-to experts for device recycling and data erasure for businesses and individuals across Oxford. For over 28 years, we’ve been committed to ensuring the secure disposal of digital assets and the complete erasure of sensitive data from various storage devices.
Whether it’s protecting critical research data or safeguarding irreplaceable memories, we understand the importance of your digital security. Our team of experts has successfully ensured the proper recycling and data destruction in various scenarios,
Computer Assistance follows the Data Compliant Device Destruction process, which is designed to ensure the secure and responsible disposal of electronic devices containing sensitive information.
By following a systematic approach, we guarantee that all data is irretrievably erased or destroyed in accordance with legal and regulatory standards, providing peace of mind and compliance for organizations concerned about data security.
Computer Assistance provides customer assurance through a certificate of destruction. The Verified Certificate of Destruction serves as an official document confirming the secure and compliant destruction of electronic devices containing sensitive data. This certificate details the specific devices destroyed, including make, model, serial numbers, and methods utilized for data eradication.
In an increasingly digital world, ensuring the secure erasure of data is crucial for protecting sensitive information and maintaining your organization’s integrity. Poor data management can lead to data breaches, identity theft, and significant financial and reputational damage. Secure data erasure practices safeguard against unauthorized access and ensure that your organization complies with legal regulations, ultimately fostering trust with clients and partners.
Secure data erasure refers to the process of permanently deleting data from storage devices so that it cannot be recovered or accessed by any means. This includes methods such as data wiping, physical destruction, or degaussing.
Normal deletion methods, such as sending files to the recycle bin or formatting a drive, often leave the data recoverable by specialized software. Secure data erasure ensures that the data is completely overwritten or destroyed, making recovery impossible.
Organizations are subject to various data protection laws and regulations, such as GDPR and HIPAA. Failure to securely erase sensitive data can result in legal penalties, fines, and damage to your reputation.
It’s advisable to conduct secure data erasure whenever devices are being repurposed, sold, or disposed of, as well as periodically for devices that store sensitive information to ensure data redundancy and protection.
Yes, but it’s important to choose a reputable, certified data destruction service that adheres to recognized standards and provides documentation, such as a Verified Certificate of Destruction, to prove compliance and accountability.
Visit our device recycling center, where our skilled technicians are ready to assist you with all your data recovery needs! Our team is equipped to provide reliable repairs and expert advice on how to recover your data and keep it safe.
Located conveniently on the Cowley Road in Oxford, our shop is open Monday to Saturday.
Stop by to discuss your data recovery issues, and let us help get your important data back to you. We look forward to seeing you soon!
At Computer Assistance, we offer reliable and discrete data erasure services whilst aiming to sustainably recycle your device. Reach out today via phone, email, or our online booking form to discover how we can assist you!
We offer a reliable repair service for both laptops and desktop computers, including fully insured collection and return service, picking up and delivering your device to wherever is most convenient for you.
Monday-Friday: 9am to 5pm
Saturday: 10am to 12:30pm – often later.
Please phone to check.
Sunday: Closed
Free parking is available outside our shop.