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.