Recycling Electronics Securely: How Data is Destroyed

You might be hesitant to hand over your electronic equipment, and all the data within it, to a recycling company, and no one would blame you. To give you peace of mind that you are safe to recycle electronics with Cohen, let’s walk you through how data is stored, and how it can be destroyed.

Winter Weather Alert

All Cohen recycling centers are open today, January 7, EXCEPT Cohen Lexington and Cohen Walton, which remain closed to retail customers. Thank you for your patience. Stay safe!

ALL COHEN RECYCLING CENTERS WILL BE CLOSED JULY 3-4 FOR THE HOLIDAY.

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