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Secure Data Destruction
Physical destruction of hard drives and storage media, with a Certificate of Destruction issued for every device, every time.
- Certificate of Erasure/Destruction
- On-site & Off-site Shredding
- Witnessed Destruction
- EN-15713 Certified Process
- Blancco Data Erasure
- Full Chain of Custody
Deleting a file does not destroy it. DGD renders your data unrecoverable, on-site or off, witnessed if you need it, with itemised proof for every device.
Secure data destruction is the process of rendering information on storage devices permanently inaccessible so it cannot be recovered or misused by one of two methods.
Physical destruction (Hard Drive Shredding): The storage medium is physically destroyed, so data recovery is impossible. This method is the most definitive option for devices that are damaged, retired beyond reuse, or require absolute assurance that data cannot be reconstructed.
Blancco-certified data erasure: industry-standard software repeatedly overwrites data and produces a verifiable, auditable report proving that information has been irretrievably removed. This approach preserves the hardware for reuse while meeting recognised compliance standards.
Which option is better?
Either approach will prevent data breaches, support legal and regulatory compliance like the GDPR, and reduce reputational and financial risk.
Choosing between physical destruction and certified erasure depends on the device condition, regulatory requirements, environmental goals, and whether the hardware will be reused. Secure data destruction is not a single action but a documented, auditable process with a strict chain of custody policy that protects personal, commercial and sensitive data at every step.
Physical Destruction Process
Secure Collection
Asset Dismantelling & Registry
Data Destruction
Certificate of Destruction
Certified Data Erasure
Asset Dismantelling & Registry
Secure Data Erasure
Component Harvesting
Component Reuse
Customer Reporting
Compliance
Sustainability
Types of IT Assets We Erase or Destroy
Onsite Hard Drive Shredding
DGD Technology’s Onsite Hard Drive Shredding service provides organisations across Ireland with a secure, compliant solution for destroying hard drives directly at your premises. Using modern mobile shredding units, our security-vetted, trained operatives offer complete destruction while you witness the process firsthand.
Each drive is shredded into irrecoverable fragments, and a Certificate of Destruction is issued for full GDPR and ISO compliance. This service offers maximum convenience, transparency, and peace of mind, ensuring your confidential data is responsibly destroyed.
Is Data Destruction GDPR Compliant?
Yes, Certified data destruction ensures that all data is completely unrecoverable. When supported by verifiable certificates of destruction and full chain-of-custody documentation, it provides a transparent and auditable record proving GDPR compliance.
Why Choose DGD for Secure Data Destruction?
Nationwide Service
We work with businesses all over Ireland, from SMEs to large-scale data centres, offering a range of ITAD and Destruction Services tailored to meet the requirements of the business
Full Audit Trail
Every item of processed IT hardware is documented and traceable for regulatory compliance
GDPR Compliant
All processes are maintained to a high level of destruction standards through the ISO9001, incorporating EN15713 Secure Destruction of Confidential Data Code of Practice
Secure Delivery
All data destruction will be carried out by our expert personnel at our secure off-site facility
Sustainable Practices
Sustainability is considered in every aspect of the business whether it is re-use, refurbishment, or recycling
Certified Destruction
Certified Destruction trusted by governments, defence, healthcare, and financial institutions.
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Magnetic Media Destruction
Different types of data storage require specific methods of destruction. For magnetic media, like hard drives and tapes, the safest approach is specialised destruction. Microfilm, microfiche, and magnetic media need advanced processing to reduce them to tiny, unrecoverable pieces.
Our two-step process handles small items like phones, SIM cards, and USB drives, ensuring they meet the strictest shredding standards (Shred level H6 EN15713). Our entire facility is monitored by CCTV and open to inspection.
Secure Disposal Starts With the Right Partner
From single devices to full office clearances, DGD provides data destruction and IT asset disposal you can rely on. We make the process simple, secure, and fully certified.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We offer a certified data erasure service, which meets international standards and provides verifiable certificates of sanitisation.
Yes. Our process complies with EN15713 and GDPR standards. A Certificate of Destruction is issued for every job, ensuring your legal and compliance obligations are met.
Absolutely. Our secure on-site destruction service allows you to observe the entire shredding process at your premises for full peace of mind.
Yes. We handle everything from one-off purges to bulk destruction of thousands of drives. Our service is flexible to suit businesses of all sizes.
Yes. We are fully GDPR-compliant and provide an audit trail and Certificate of Destruction for every job.
No. Hard drives can be collected while still housed in their laptops, desktops, servers, or other devices. Our in-house team of experts will remove the hard drives, and process them for destruction using our specialist equipment.