ZeroTraceDelete : Secure File Deletion


Attempts making a file unrecoverable by securely deleting it.


by Bytenado


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Overwrites data in a file, obfuscates the file name and metadata, then deletes it.


Features

  • Offers 1-pass, 3-pass, and 7-pass file deletion options.
  • Fits within the guidelines of NIST 800-88 rev 1 and United States DoD 5220.22-M standards when securely deleting a file.
  • Optionally verify a file is overwritten before deleting it.
  • Metadata timestamps can be set to a maximum past date and are randomized in a realistic order.

Additional Information

  • If your app needs to erase sensitive information, you may still be required to report it depending on the data protection and breach notification laws of your country.
  • Securely deleting a file is the best that can be done without physical access to a device, and it proves a valiant attempt to fix a mistake and protect your users.