Answer sources: Office Depot Tech Recycling Box instructions; Dell Reconnect consumer computer recycling
Prepare the laptop before recycling
Back up needed files, sign out and follow the manufacturer’s instructions for erasing the laptop. A collection program should not be treated as certified data destruction unless that service is expressly included.
Check the box before visiting the store
Choose a Tech Recycling Box that can hold the laptop and close within its weight limit. Keep it unsealed so the store can inspect the contents. If the laptop or its battery is damaged, ask a qualified recycling program whether it can accept it before using the box.
When Dropcurb fits
If you need a laptop removed with other accepted unwanted items, Dropcurb collects from an accessible outdoor location and includes loading, transportation and disposal. Complete your own data cleanup first; standard pickup is not certified data destruction. Ask a specialist about a damaged battery.
Sources: Dropcurb current pricing and standard pickup scope.
Frequently asked questions
Does a recycling box include secure laptop data wiping?
Do not assume a recycling box includes certified data wiping. Back up needed files and follow the device maker’s erasure instructions before handoff. If you need a destruction certificate, arrange a service that expressly provides one.
Current Dropcurb prices
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| Item | Pickup of one | Each additional |
|---|---|---|
| Laptop | $79 | $19 |
For accepted items outside and accessible. Your pickup uses the highest first-item price, plus the additional-item price for each remaining item. Loading, transportation and disposal are included. Prices are before applicable sales tax; see your total before payment.
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