User Manual

28. DATA PROTECTION
28.1. Deleting files permanently
When you delete a file, it can no longer be accessed through normal means.
However, the file continues to be stored on the hard disk until it is overwritten
when copying new files.
The Bitdefender File Shredder helps you permanently delete data by physically
removing it from your hard disk.
You can quickly shred files or folders from your computer using the Windows
contextual menu by following these steps:
1. Right-click the file or folder you want to permanently delete.
2. Select Bitdefender > File Shredder in the context menu that appears.
3. Click DELETE PERMANENTLY, and then confirm that you wish to continue
with the process.
Wait for Bitdefender to finish shredding the files.
4. The results are displayed. Click FINISH to exit the wizard.
Alternatively, you can shred files from the Bitdefender interface, as follows:
1. Click Privacy on the navigation menu on the Bitdefender interface.
2. In the DATA PROTECTION pane, click File Shredder.
3. Follow the File Shredder wizard:
a. Click the ADD FOLDERS button to add the files or folders you want to
be permanently removed.
Alternatively, drag these files or folders to this window.
b. Click DELETE PERMANENTLY, and then confirm that you wish to
continue with the process.
Wait for Bitdefender to finish shredding the files.
c. Results Summary
The results are displayed. Click FINISH to exit the wizard.
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