What to Shred
Not sure what documents need to be destroyed? Here's your complete guide to protecting sensitive information.
The Golden Rule
When in Doubt, Shred It
Identity theft and data breaches often start with improperly discarded documents. Our guide helps you identify what should be shredded to keep your business and personal information secure.
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Millions of identity theft cases start with improperly discarded documents.
Document Categories
Documents That Must Be Shredded
Financial Documents
- Bank statements
- Credit card statements
- Tax returns (older than 7 years)
- Pay stubs
- Investment statements
- Loan documents
Personal Identity Documents
- Old passports
- Expired driver's licenses
- Social Security documents
- Birth certificates (copies)
- Medical records
- Insurance documents
Business Documents
- Employee records
- Customer data
- Contracts & agreements
- Business plans
- Vendor invoices
- Legal correspondence
Medical & Healthcare
- Patient records
- Prescription labels
- Insurance EOBs
- Lab results
- Medical bills
- HIPAA-protected information
"Items to Handle with Care"
"Some items require special handling before disposal. Contact us for guidance on these materials."
Bank statements
Credit card statements
Tax returns (older than 7 years)
Pay stubs
Investment statements
Loan documents
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