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Standard features:
Easy to use.
Works on most PC & Mac™ computers.
Completely wipes a hard drive.
Certified secure data erasure.
Unlimited use.
Lifetime SW updates.
No ongoing costs.
No Subscriptions.
Activates & updates online.
Professional edition extras:
(Includes all features of Home edition and...)
View & export enhanced PDF data wipe reports.
(PDFs can be saved on the Redkey or other USB drives)
Import and use your own logo on the header of reports.
Create and run a customized data wipe algorithm.
Execute specific security options such as Remove HPA, Trim and Flush disk cache.
Create, name, save & recall custom binary (traditional) wipe routines.
View advanced system info: Vendor, Motherboard type, RAM & CPU details.
Import JPG & MP3 to customize the screensaver feature.
View drive SMART data, including usage metrics, stats. & more.
AutoNuke™ - Autodestruct Emergency data destruction sequence.
New features for V4:
Wipe Wizard™ - Easily complete tasks through on-screen prompts.
Remote Mode - Wipe other computers connected via LAN.
AutoNuke™ - Wipes everything in a uniquely cool way.
Improved graphics - Refreshing new interface & menu structure.
Security functions:
Full-disk drive certified secure erase technology.
Suitable for computers with HDD, SSD, NVMe, USB & more.
Secure erase - Detect, clear and wipe hidden data fragments.
Select drives to be wiped.
Wipe several drives simultaneously.
Optional advanced menu.
Check results with the built-in binary viewer.
Wipe by partition.
Professional Reporting:
View, save & edit full PDF reports.
Enter optional info. to reports.
Reports are digitally signed with a unique identification number.
Interface features:
Support for 20 languages and dialects.
Graphical / Text interface support.
Audio support & speech synthesis.
View system statistics.
Built-in help features.
Light / Dark mode.
Nature-themed screensavers play during a wipe.
What's in the box?
1x Redkey Dual USB-C enabled for use with our V4 Professional Edition software.
1x Sealed security packaging.
1x Pro. edition activation code (inside packaging.)
1x Activation guide
1x Quick start guide.
Compatibility:
Redkey works on most Desktop & Laptop PCs made since 2000 and most (Intel™-based) Apple™ computers made between 2006 and 2020. Our software requires the following minimum hardware specifications to install and operate correctly:
For Redkey Software:
An X86 or X64 PC with a minimum 1GB RAM. (4GB RAM Req. for remote mode)
A suitable USB 2.0 port with USB boot capability.
A suitable display adaptor.
A suitable display, keyboard, and mouse.
Exceptions apply. Some devices may require pre-configuration.
For Redkey USB Updater Application:
A Windows™ 7 (or above) PC with a minimum 1GB RAM.
A live internet connection. (Download size Approx. 1GB)
A suitable USB 2.0 port.
A suitable display adaptor.
A suitable display, keyboard, and mouse.
Additional info:
Redkey permanently destroys all data. Before using our software, you must agree to the terms and conditions of a software End User License Agreement. If you do not accept the terms and conditions of the EULA, you must not install or use our software. Redkey must be kept attached during use. Redkey is not rated for certain commercial equipment like servers, proprietary disk arrays and other data centre hardware. Your Redkey Professional edition product may be upgraded to Ultimate edition later if required - separate purchase required. For advanced users, a PDF user / technical manual is available for free download from our website. Activation codes are supplied within the product's packaging. Although we do our best to ensure that our products are accurately represented, there may be subtle variations in color, design, texture and packaging.
"Redkey is easy enough to use that pretty much anyone could do it."
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