New drop-off locations in Murfreesboro, Smyrna, and Rockvale TN!

For businesses and residents

Free Laptop Recycling

Laptops contain sensitive data and shouldn’t end up in the trash. City eWaste provides free laptop recycling with secure handling, keeping personal data protected and electronics out of landfills.

We’ve helped thousands of people get rid of their E-waste

Service Overview

Laptop Recycling

Ideal for:

  • Residents
  • Remote workers
  • Students
  • Small offices
  • Businesses with laptop refresh cycles
  • One-off laptop disposal

Looking for:

  • Secure handling of sensitive data
  • Free laptop recycling with convenient drop-offs
  • Environmentally responsible electronics disposal
  • A trusted local recycling partner

Laptop Recycling Snapshot:

  • Free laptop recycling for all brands and conditions
  • Secure data destruction with guidance to wipe or unlock your device before recycling
  • Safe processing of lithium-ion batteries
  • Certified recycling and chain of custody for compliance
  • Convenient drop-off locations for residents
  • Free business pickup available for qualifying volumes

Service Overview

Laptop Recycling

Ideal for:

Residents • Remote workers • Students • Small offices • Businesses with laptop refresh cycles • One-off laptop disposal

Laptop Recycling Snapshot:

● Secure handling of sensitive data ● Free laptop recycling with convenient drop-offs ● Environmentally responsible electronics disposal ● A trusted local recycling partner

Looking for:

Laptop Recycling Snapshot

● Fully managed resident drop-off locations ● Container service for convenience centers ● Collection events (logistics, staffing, and marketing) ● School and city building box programs ● Certificates of recycling and performance reporting ● No weighing, no per-pound billing — extremely simple

How It Works

Secure laptop recycling

Step 1

Protect your sensitive data

The best way to protect your data is to remove device locks and erase all personal information before recycling. Remember to back up important files to an external device first. Follow these steps:

-> How to prepare Apple devices for recycling
-> How to prepare Android devices for recycling

If the laptop is damaged or you’re unable to do so, don’t worry, data will still be destroyed during recycling. Hard drive removal is available in-house for a small fee.

Step 2

Drop off your device

Bring your old, unwanted, or unused laptops to a City eWaste drop-off for free recycling. Businesses may qualify for free pickups depending on volume.

Step 3

Data destruction and recycling

Your laptop is processed by our in-house recycling team. Data is securely destroyed, batteries are handled safely, and valuable metals and components are recovered.

Why Us

A trusted partner for public programs

With certified processes and a community-first approach, we handle your devices responsibly from drop-off to final recycling.

Secure Data Destruction

We wipe all data using certified processes to keep your information fully protected.

Recycle All and Any Electronics

We accept anything with a cord or battery, and rescue and rehome as many items as possible before recycling

Electronic Recycling and Chain of Custody

We track your devices from drop-off to final recycling for complete transparency.

FAQ

More Information About

Laptop Recycling

What laptops do you accept?

We accept all laptops of every brand and condition, working or not, including chargers and laptop accessories. See full list of “Devices we recycle”.

Is laptop recycling really free?

Yes, recycling your laptops at City eWaste is free for everyone.

What happens to the materials?

After secure data destruction, laptops are sorted by our
in-house team. Circuit boards, chips, heatsinks, metals, and other components that can be repurposed or recycled are separated. Some laptops may be refurbished or donated to charities and non-profits extend their lifecycle.

How do I protect my data before recycling?

The best way to protect your data is to remove
device locks and erase all personal information before recycling. Remember to back up important files to an external device first. Follow these steps:

-> How to prepare Apple devices for recycling
-> How to prepare Android devices for recycling

If the laptop is damaged or you’re unable to do this, data will still be securely destroyed during recycling. Hard drive removal is available in-house for a small fee.

Do you accept laptop batteries?

Yes, we safely recycle lithium-ion batteries to prevent
hazardous materials from entering our environment.

Can businesses recycle laptops too?

Yes, both residents and businesses can recycle laptops
with City eWaste. Businesses may qualify for free pickups depending on volume.

We welcome anyone wanting to do the right thing and ditch those unwanted devices—households, businesses, schools, hospitals, estate sales, junk removal services, private organizations…you name it. If you’ve got old tech, we’ll make sure it finds a greener future.

At the end of the day, we’re here to keep e waste out of landfills and give a high-five to Mother Nature. Ready to join the cause? Come see us, and let’s put that outdated gear where it belongs—back into the recycling loop instead of gathering dust in your office or garage. Because taking care of our planet is always in style (unlike certain haircuts we won’t mention).

A good rule of thumb: if it has a cord or a battery, then we take it. Most items are free to recycle, but there are fees for items containing good amounts of glass or plastic. Download our 2025 price sheet.

Still Have Questions?

Contact Support

Not sure what goes where? Our team’s happy to help you sort it out.

The “Yep, We Take These Too” List

What We Accept

We’ll take almost anything with a battery or a plug. From tiny gadgets to chunky tech. 

HP, Lenovo, LG, Asus, Samsung...

Computers

Apple, Samsung, Lenovo...

Laptops

Samsung, HP, Intel, Dell

Servers

TP Link, Cisco, Dell

Network Gear

Cisco, Huawei, Nokia, ZTE

Telecom

Mouses, Keyboards, Headsets...

Audio & Visual Equipment

Asus, Intel, AMD, HP

Circuit Boards

Seagate, Western Digital, Toshiba

Hard Drives

Microsoft, Oracle, IBM

Software

Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola

Phones

iPads, iPhones, Macbooks...

Tablets

Nvidia, Intel, AMD

GPUs

Radios, TVs, Music Players...

Vintage Devices

Nintendo, Sega, Atari, Sony, Microsoft

Gaming Consoles

VHS, DVDs, CDs, Video Games

Media

The “Yep, We Take These Too” List

Other Devices We Handle

From tiny gadgets to chunky tech, we’re ready for whatever’s collecting dust at home.

Electronics Don’t Die, They compound.

It's Time to Get
Rid of Them

Join the revolution and get your house free of eWaste today!

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