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20.5. 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 will help 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. A confirmation window will appear. Click Yes to start the File Shredder wizard.
4. Wait for Bitdefender to finish shredding the files.
5. The results are displayed. Click Close to exit the wizard.
Alternatively, you can shred files from the Bitdefender interface.
1. Open the Bitdefender window.
2. On the Privacy panel, click Secure and select File Shredder from the drop-down
menu.
3. Follow the File Shredder wizard:
a. Select file/folder
Add the files or folders you want to be permanently removed.
b. Shredding Files
Wait for Bitdefender to finish shredding the files.
c. Results
The results are displayed. Click Close to exit the wizard.
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