Securely Erase Files from Any Drive
A free browser-based tool that securely erases files by overwriting them with random data before deletion. Supports military-grade standards (DoD 5220.22-M, Gutmann). No software to install — works directly in Chrome and Edge.
Overwrite and permanently erase files from USB drives, SD cards, and folders
This tool requires Chrome or Edge browser
The File System Access API is needed to write to your drive. Please open this page in Chrome 86+ or Edge 86+.
Features
How to Securely Wipe a USB Drive
Plug in the USB drive, SD card, or external drive you want to wipe.
Click "Select folder" and choose your USB drive or the specific folder to erase.
Select from Quick (1 pass), DoD (3 passes), Gutmann (7 passes), or set custom passes.
Click "Start Secure Wipe". Files will be overwritten with random data and then deleted permanently.
FAQ
Is this really secure?
Yes. Files are overwritten with cryptographically random data before deletion. Even professional data recovery tools cannot restore overwritten data on flash drives and HDDs.
Why not just delete files normally?
Normal deletion only removes the file entry from the directory — the actual data remains on the drive and can be easily recovered with tools like Recuva or PhotoRec.
How many passes do I need?
For flash drives and SSDs, 1 random pass is sufficient. For older HDDs, 3 passes (DoD standard) provides strong protection. 7 passes (Gutmann) is for maximum paranoia.
Does this work on SSDs?
Yes, but SSDs use wear-leveling which may retain data in spare blocks. For SSDs, the drive manufacturer's secure erase tool is more thorough. This tool is most effective on USB flash drives and HDDs.
Why does it need Chrome or Edge?
The tool uses the File System Access API to write directly to your drive. This API is currently only available in Chromium-based browsers (Chrome, Edge, Brave).
Are my files uploaded anywhere?
No. Everything happens in your browser. Your files are never sent to any server. You can verify this in your browser's developer tools (Network tab).
What is the erasure certificate?
A downloadable document confirming the wipe: date/time, method used, number of files erased, total data size, and pass count. Useful for compliance and auditing.
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