How to Shred files, folders or wipe empty drive space?
Shredding is a process that aims to completely and securely remove information from a device, making data retrieval impossible. When you shred files, folders, or drives, the data is permanently deleted and cannot be recovered by any software.
In Folder Lock, it seems that there is a feature called “Shred Files” under the “Safeguard” section. This feature allows you to select specific items such as files, folders, or drives and apply the shredding process to them. When you shred selected items, it typically refers to permanently deleting them in a secure manner, making it extremely difficult or virtually impossible to recover them. Shredding is often used in the context of digital data or documents..
To use the shredding feature in Folder Lock, you can follow the steps you mentioned:
- Open Folder Lock and navigate to the “Safeguard” section.
- Select the “Shred Files” option.
- Add the files, folders, or drives that you want to permanently delete by clicking on the “Add items to Shred” button.
- Once you have added the items, apply the shredding process by selecting the appropriate option or button, as specified in the software’s interface.
Note: It’s important to exercise caution when using the shredding feature, as the data deleted through shredding cannot be recovered. Make sure to verify the items you are shredding and ensure that you have backups or copies of any data you wish to preserve.
