Secure Eraser 7.0: Maximum security for data deletion

Gerlingen, March 17, 2025 - The latest version of the proven Secure Eraser 7.0 erasure software sets new standards in secure data destruction. With an innovative function for lifetime-preserving erasure of SSDs, the software offers an optimal balance between security and hardware longevity.

Modern data carriers, especially solid-state drives (SSDs), require special procedures for data erasure. Conventional methods that rely on multiple overwrites are not only ineffective for SSDs, but also harmful as they cause unnecessary wear and tear and can shorten the life of the drive. Secure Eraser 7.0 uses an optimized SSD erasure method that specifically addresses the special features of flash memory. This innovative technology enables efficient, hardware-friendly and secure data destruction that protects SSDs while meeting the highest data protection standards.

In addition, Secure Eraser 7.0 offers a wide range of internationally recognized erasure standards for classic hard drives (HDDs) and other storage media. These include:

Random Data Method - A simple but effective method that overwrites data using random bit sequences.

US DoD 5220.22-M E - A method according to the US Department of Defense standard with triple overwriting for increased security.

US DoD 5220.22-M ECE - An extended version of the DoD standard with sevenfold overwriting, which enables even deeper trace elimination.

German industry standard (BSI-VSITR) - Method recommended by the German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) for highly sensitive data.

Peter Gutmann Standard - A very thorough technique with 35 passes, developed by Peter Gutmann, ideal for particularly critical data.

With these different methods, Secure Eraser 7.0 ensures that data is permanently and irretrievably deleted - whether on SSDs, HDDs, USB sticks or external drives. Users can select the appropriate procedure depending on their security requirements and thus reliably protect their sensitive data.

"With the increasing use of SSDs, the demand for secure and gentle erasure methods is also growing. Secure Eraser 7.0 enables our users to permanently remove their sensitive data without putting undue strain on their hardware. At the same time, powerful erasure methods are available for conventional hard disks and other storage media," explains Andreas Stroebel, Managing Director of ASCOMP Software.

In addition to the improved SSD erasure, Secure Eraser 7.0 continues to offer proven functions such as multiple data overwriting with recognized algorithms, the secure removal of files and folders and the complete clean-up of hard drives and storage media. The software is aimed at private users and companies who place the highest value on data protection.

Availability and prices
Secure Eraser 7.0 is available immediately at www.ascompsoftware.com as a free version and as an extended Pro version with additional security features.

ASCOMP Software GmbH
Fueller Street 2/1
70839 Gerlingen
Germany

https://www.ascompsoftware.com

Andreas Stroebel

stroebel@ascomp.de

ASCOMP is a German software company based in Gerlingen. For over 20 years, ASCOMP has been developing innovative software solutions for private and business customers with a focus on data protection, data security and increasing efficiency.

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