Hard Drive & SSD Data Eraser USB — Secure Wipe | Beamo
Description
Deleting files and formatting don't destroy data — recovery software pulls it back in minutes. This bootable USB runs the same class of certified wiping engine professional refurbishers use: boot any PC from the stick, and it issues proper secure-erase commands to the internal drives, leaving nothing recoverable.
Because it boots outside the installed operating system, it can fully erase the very disk Windows normally runs from — the thing no in-Windows tool can safely do. Use it before selling, donating, or recycling any computer, for HDDs and SSDs alike.
Specifications
- Form
- Bootable USB drive — runs before any OS loads
- Erases
- Internal and external HDDs and SSDs
- Method
- Industry-standard secure-erase / data-wiping engine; data is unrecoverable once complete
- Why bootable matters
- Can wipe the system disk itself — impossible from inside Windows
- Typical uses
- Selling or donating PCs, decommissioning office hardware, privacy hygiene
What's in the box
- Bootable data-eraser USB drive
- Printed quick-start instructions
Frequently asked questions
Will this bootable USB work on my computer?
Yes — our bootable USB drives work on most modern PCs, laptops, and Macs (Intel & AMD, UEFI & Legacy BIOS). If you're not sure about your setup, message us before you buy and we'll confirm.
How do I boot from a USB drive?
Plug the drive in, restart your computer, and tap your boot-menu key (usually F12, F11, F9, or Esc on PCs; hold Option on a Mac). Select the USB drive from the list and you're in. The exact key varies by make — we're happy to help if you get stuck.
Will my files and settings persist between sessions?
On a standard live-boot session, changes aren't saved after you reboot — perfect for privacy and security. If you want persistence (save files across sessions), message us and we can set up a persistent partition before it ships.
Do I need to flash or install anything?
Nothing at all. Every Beamo USB drive arrives pre-loaded and tested — just plug it in and boot. No downloading images, no Etcher, no command line required.
How fast does it ship?
We ship from the US with tracking on every order — often same- or next-day in metro areas, and a couple of business days elsewhere.