Recycle and Save

Free Sustainable Drive Disposal

Make an Impact with Western Digital

Western Digital is committed to increasing our sustainability initiatives and combating the effects of climate change. We created the Easy Recycle program to make it easier for consumers like you, to help us reduce the impact on our planet.

With Easy Recycle, you can safely dispose of NAS systems and internal or external HDDs and SSDs. We will recycle devices from any manufacturer, not just Western Digital.

As a token of appreciation for participating in our program, enjoy

15% OFF

your next purchase of $50 or more on the Western Digital Store.1

Free Electronic Recycling in 5 Easy Steps

Click “Recycle Now” and enter your information

Prepare your devices for shipment and print your label

Drop off your package at a local UPS store

Wait 5-7 business days for processing

Check your email for your discount code

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my data safe?

Yes, we take strong precautions in protecting your data. Your drive will be destroyed and recycled in accordance with EPA and WEEE guidelines. For added security, back up and erase your device before shipment.

Is it environmentally friendly?

Yes, after shredding your device, the materials will be recycled to keep them out of the landfill.

Is it free to participate?

Yes, plus we’ll send you a coupon code for your next Western Digital Store purchase.1

Our Trusted Partner

We are proud to partner with USMe, a global leader in IT asset disposition. USMe is certified by e-Stewards using some of the highest industry standards in e-waste recycling.

Our collaboration with USMe and your participation means:

  • Zero electronic waste in landfills for eligible products recycled through this program
  • Sustainability reporting on program impact
  • Fully audited downstream processing partner

So you can rest assured knowing that your drives are being disposed of safely and recycled sustainably.

Click here to learn more about our partner.

Our Impact

26,000

Drives recycled since
April 20202

11.43

Metric tons diverted
from landfills2

Ready to Recycle and Save?

Safe. Environmentally Friendly. Free.

Western Digital’s commitment to doing business the right way

Ethics

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Sustainability

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Responsibility

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Disclosures:
1. 15% off one order of $50 or more with a maximum of five items in such order. Offer valid only through the Western Digital Store when using applicable coupon code. Maximum of one coupon code per customer per calendar quarter, regardless of number of drives submitted for recycling. The coupon code may not be combined, used in conjunction with or used in addition to any other promotion or offer and does not apply to taxes or shipping costs. Products exclusions: Outlet Store products and recertified products. Retailers, Resellers and Distributors are excluded from this promotion. The coupon code is not applicable for any prior purchases and may not be available in all regions of the world. Western Digital reserves the right to change or discontinue this offer at any time without notice. Delivery must be within the contiguous United States, excluding addresses in Hawaii, Alaska, Puerto Rico and other U.S. territories. Coupon code expires 60 days after receipt.
2. Current as of December 30th, 2022.
3. For New York residents requiring free packaging, Western Digital is a member of the ERI Collective Electronic Waste Acceptance Program registered with the State Department of Environmental Conservation and in compliance with the New York State Electronic Equipment Recycling and Reuse Act. This program provides convenient methods for consumers of Covered Electronic Equipment (CEE) to return their products at end of life for environmentally sound recycling. To learn more about this program, please click here.
4. For customers in the District of Columbia, Western Digital is a member of the ERI Collective Electronic Waste Acceptance Program. This program provides convenient methods for consumers of Covered Electronic Equipment (CEE) to return their products at end of life for environmentally sound recycling. Western Digital, via ERI, will accept MP3 players from any manufacturer through this program at no cost to the consumer. To learn more about this program, please click here.

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