The Shredder tool lets you permanently delete items on your PC you no longer need. You can use this tool as you would use a paper shredder, to safely dispose of your private files.
When you manually delete files and folders, empty your Recycle Bin, or delete your Temporary Internet Files folder, you can still recover this information. The tool protects your privacy by safely and permanently deleting unwanted files, so they cannot be recovered. If you sell or donate your PC, no one will be able to use or see the items you shred.
| • | Shredder tool features Use the Shredder tool to permanently delete items on your PC you no longer need. |
| • | Shredding files, folders, and disks When you use the Shredder tool to delete the contents of your Recycle Bin and Temporary Internet Files, it ensures that the information cannot be recovered. You can also use the Shredder tool to delete the entire contents of a removable drive, including external hard drives, USB drives, and floppy disks. |