Permanent Eraser
Permanent Eraser is a Mac utility developed by Edenwaith that securely deletes files and folders by overwriting them multiple times, making them unrecoverable. Unlike simply moving files to the Trash, it uses Department of Defense-level data wiping standards to ensure sensitive documents, photos, and other files cannot be recovered using data recovery tools. The app is commonly used by users who need to permanently remove confidential information before selling their Mac, disposing of drives, or ensuring privacy compliance. It offers multiple security levels and can also securely erase free space on drives to remove traces of previously deleted files.
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1 suggestionBased on the search results, I could not find evidence of a native Apple Silicon version of Permanent Eraser, and the app appears to have limited recent development activity. For secure file deletion on Apple Silicon Macs, I recommend switching to Permanent Eraser Pro or exploring built-in macOS alternatives. You can also use Terminal commands like 'rm -P' for secure deletion, though this requires more technical knowledge. If you specifically need a GUI application, consider waiting to see if Edenwaith releases an Apple Silicon update, but given the limited development activity, exploring alternatives may be more practical.
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