The Benefits of Shredding Important Documents Around Tax Season

4 Benefits of Shredding Important Documents at Tax Season

February 28, 2024

The arrival of tax season means that many individuals and businesses are busy gathering, sorting, and organizing their financial documents. Amidst the flurry of paperwork, it’s easy to overlook the importance of securely disposing of documents that are no longer needed. At Shred Monkey, we understand the significance of safeguarding sensitive information. Our professional paper shredding services ensure your confidential documents are securely destroyed, protecting you from identity theft and fraud. As tax season approaches, here are four compelling reasons to prioritize document shredding.

Can Your Identity Really Be Stolen from Your Trash?

August 26, 2023

The concept of identity theft has become a pervasive concern in our increasingly digital world. While online data breaches and scams are often the primary focus, the notion that someone can steal your identity from your trash, commonly known as “dumpster diving,” has been a persistent worry for many. But is this concern based on fact or fiction? Continue reading to learn more from the team at Shred Monkey.

Best Practices for Hard Drive Destruction

June 27, 2023

Data plays a critical role in our personal and professional lives in an era driven by technological advancements. From sensitive business information to private user data, the need to protect this valuable asset cannot be overstated. One crucial aspect often overlooked is the secure destruction of hard drives. Proper hard drive destruction ensures that data remains irretrievable, safeguarding against data breaches, identity theft, and unauthorized access. Continue reading to learn more about the best practices for hard drive destruction from the team at Shred Monkey.

Professional Shredding Can Save You Money

3 Ways Professional Shredding Saves Money

June 4, 2021

Business owners are always looking for ways to cut costs and maximize profits. You always want you business to be running as smoothly and efficiently as possible, so finding ways to save money is always beneficial. With that in mind, did you know that hiring a professional company to handle your document shredding can actually save you money in the long run? While in-house shredding may seem like a money-saving plan, it’s likely not saving you as much as you think. Check out these three ways Shred Monkey can actually add value to your business this year.

Are There Alternatives to Shredding?

February 17, 2021

Businesses and individuals alike occasionally find themselves in need of secure document destruction. Businesses especially need a secure way to dispose of sensitive data, to ensure the safety and confidentiality of their customers’ information. If you don’t already have a professional shredding service, you may wonder if shredding is really the best option or if you should consider another way. Today at Shred Monkey, we’re discussing alternatives to shredding, and why shredding is the best way to securely destroy sensitive data.

Which Shredding Service is Right for You

What Shredding Service Is Right for You?

December 21, 2020

Every business, big or small, is susceptible to identity theft and fraud, but each business has unique privacy protection needs. At Shred Monkey, we offer four different solutions for proper disposal of confidential data and today we are discussing the differences so you are able to make an informed decision for your company.

3 Personal Documents You Should Be Shredding

October 19, 2020

If you regularly use a shredding service for your personal documents, your main concern likely is financial documents. Anything that could potentially compromise your credit or put you at risk of identity theft is an obvious choice for shredding, thus you’re not likely to overlook it. However, there are several other documents that you shouldn’t leave hanging around, as they can also put you and your family at risk. Our team at Shred Monkey wants to make sure you’re not forgetting to shred these three documents.

3 Ways to Protect Your Business from Identity Theft

June 24, 2020

While some Americans believe that identity theft mainly applies to individuals, the truth is that businesses are not immune. The same problems that identity thieves cause for individuals can harm a business’s finances and credit history. Additionally, if a business is attacked, it can threaten the livelihood of many employees and customers who rely on the company. To avoid the threat of identity theft for your business, follow these three steps recommended by your friends at Shred Monkey.

Hard Drive Destruction

February 21, 2020

Businesses everywhere are changing the way they collect and store data. Hard copy documents are being used less and less frequently, and electronic files are increasing drastically. Of course, this switch generally is beneficial. There is much less paper waste, important documents are much less likely to be lost, and customers like the convenience of digital data. However, this also means that disposing of confidential data has become more complicated. To fully protect your company, employees, and clients, hard drive destruction from a trusted company like Shred Monkey is now a necessity.

Purging Tax Documents

August 31, 2019

Tax season may seem a long way off, but it’s actually just around the corner. And, many Americans are already starting to get their documents in order. While most may know what they’re supposed to do when it comes to the filing itself, they might not always be aware of the best way to protect their personal information. With the threat of identity theft and the possibility that the IRS may have questions about your tax documentation, it can be hard to know what to shred and what to store when it comes to important tax documents. That’s why our team at Shred Monkey of Indianapolis has put together some helpful tips, so you know whether to shred or not to shred.

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