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Securely delete files on Windows 11 and 10

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Deleting files permanently from Windows PC is a myth unless you use a third-party tool to delete the data permanently.

We surely don’t want our private data to get into the hands of anyone could misuse it; that’s why we delete it for good, especially on Windows systems. Even after ‘Shift + Delete,’ the data is still stored somewhere on Windows, which could be restored by an expert data recovery tool. So, how can you securely delete files on Windows 10?

In this article, we will discuss how you can remove data permanently from your Windows 10.

Removing data permanently from Windows 10

Here, we will discuss two unique methods to delete files on Windows 10 securely. The first method involves using the in-built tool Cipher offered by Microsoft for the successful deletion of data. A second method is an automated tool specially designed for file deletion.

The advantages of Kernel File Shredder are:

To use this tool, you can follow the below steps:

  1. Download and launch the tool on your system, and the home screen of the tool will appear on the screen.
  2. Select the ‘File and Folder’ option from the Shred menu in the left pane.
  3. The Shred File and Folder screen will appear on screen; click the Add Files/Folders button to add the location from where you want to shred files.
  4. Select a Shredding method from the drop-down menu, and then click Shred.
  5. The tool will start shredding the files, and once it is complete, it will display the information on the screen. Click OK to end the process.

That’s how you can wipe a hard drive without deleting Windows with the help of Kernel File Shredder. This software can also be used to shred System files, recycle bin files, etc.

Conclusion

Securely deleting files on Windows 10 is crucial for everyone, as there comes a time when we need to sell our old PC or laptop to purchase a new one, and we surely don’t want to give your critical data to any other person. So, we created this article to help you learn how you can remove data permanently from your Windows 10 PC with the help of an in-built utility or an automated solution.