What is Redkey USB?

For people and teams clearing data before hardware changes hands, Redkey USB provides a reusable USB that boots outside the installed OS and walks through erasing one or more supported disks.

Home is the simple on-screen wipe path. Professional is aimed at anyone who needs a kept record: PDF reports cover disk, method and outcome, with room for asset notes and a logo. Ultimate adds supported mobile erasure (iPhone, iPad, Android) and scripts for recurring work.

Pricing is one-time, unlimited use on compatible gear, no per-erasure charge, with lifetime updates. A standard key: one PC, up to 16 disks. Mobile Mode: one supported phone or tablet at a time.

Hardware coverage includes many Intel/AMD PCs, Intel-based Macs, HDDs, SATA SSDs and NVMe SSDs. Apple silicon / other ARM PCs are unsupported. Windows plus internet are required to activate and update. Methods and device support vary; reports document the job and are not a compliance guarantee. Details: redkeyusb.com.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
$39.95 one-time (USD)
Price Overview:
Home ($39.95 USD): whole-disk computer erasure.
Professional ($79.95 USD): adds PDF reports and advanced disk controls.
Ultimate ($99.95 USD): adds supported mobile-device erasure and scripting.

Pay once. Unlimited use on compatible devices. No subscription or per-erasure fees. Lifetime software updates included.

Shipping and applicable checkout charges are extra. Redkey ITAD is in development and is not yet available to order.

Integrations

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Screenshots and Video

Play Video Welcome Screen Main Menu WipeWizard (Assisted) Mode Advanced Mode AutoNuke Mode Data Wiped!

Company Facts

Company Name:
Redkey USB Ltd
Date Founded:
2018
Company Location:
United Kingdom
Company Website:
redkeyusb.com
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Deployment
Windows
Mac
Linux
On-Prem
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Video Library
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
Chinese (Simplified)
Dutch
English
French
German
Hindi
Italian
Japanese
Portuguese
Spanish
Swedish

Redkey USB Categories and Features

Data Destruction Software

Redkey USB Customer Reviews

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  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: Assembly tech
    Has used product for: Less than 6 months
    Uses the product: Daily
    Org Size (# of Employees): 1 - 25
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    Horrible product Customer beware

    Date: Sep 19 2025
    Summary

    HORRIBLE, Dumpster fire, not fun, customer service gives you the run around having you do stuff multiple times to no avail

    Positive

    It should be an easy to use product.... should be, but it is easy to plug in download activate after that nothing but headaches and time wasted

    Negative

    It's garbage it shows as up to date and activated on my computer but they keep telling me first it wasn't activated... it was 2nd not up to date reformat try again. I don't have a year to fix their garbage asked for a refund multiple times keep getting the run around

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    Official Redkey USB Response
    Updated: Oct 02 2026
    We do not believe this review gives a fair account of how the complaint was handled. Our team responded to your support request in September 2025 and provided setup and update guidance. We did not ignore your request for help. Regarding the refund, PayPal provided a route to a refund subject to the item being returned. You subsequently cancelled that dispute. A return-and-refund option was therefore available, and the PayPal case was closed following your cancellation. We respect your right to describe your experience, but the support provided and the available return-and-refund option are important parts of that history. For any unresolved technical issue or suspected fault, please contact our support team with your order number so we can explain the appropriate troubleshooting or warranty steps.
  • Reviewer Name: A Verified Reviewer
    Position: IT Manager
    Has used product for: 2+ Years
    Uses the product: Monthly
    Org Size (# of Employees): 26 - 99
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    Reliable and Easy-to-Use Data Wiping Tool

    Date: Jul 07 2024
    Summary

    I've been using Redkey USB (ultimate) for over two years, and it's been a reliable tool for wiping my old laptops and phones. It does the job well, and I trust it to keep my data secure. If you're looking for a solid, easy-to-use data wiping solution, Redkey is a top choice.

    Positive

    Redkey USB is incredibly easy to use, even for someone who's not super tech-savvy. The interface is straightforward, and it walks you through the steps to wipe your data securely. I love that it meets high standards like NIST 800-88, which gives me peace of mind knowing my data is really gone. The data wipe certificates are a nice touch, especially if you need proof for work or personal records.

    Negative

    The only downside is that you can only wipe one device at a time with each key. This can be a bit time-consuming if you have multiple devices to clean. But I've heard they're working on a new version that will let you wipe several devices at once, so that should help.

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    1 user found this review useful.
    Official Redkey USB Response
    Updated: Sep 30 2026
    Thank you for using Redkey USB for more than two years and for sharing your experience. We're pleased you've found it straightforward and reliable for preparing your old equipment for reuse. The PDF reports in Professional and Ultimate record the disk, erasure method and result, giving you a useful record of each job. For clarity, each standard Redkey USB runs on one computer at a time and can erase up to 16 connected disks. Ultimate's Mobile Mode handles one supported phone or tablet at a time. We appreciate your feedback about working through several devices, and your continued support.
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