Server Buyback & IT Asset Recovery — Secure, Transparent, Value-Driven

Do you have decommissioned servers collecting dust? Our Server Buyback service helps you turn surplus hardware into value — all while safeguarding your data and supporting sustainability.

Why Sell Your Servers with Us?

  • Recover valuable capital
    Reclaim residual value from servers you no longer need instead of leaving them idle.

  • Simplify your life
    We manage offers, logistics, data processing, and payments — end-to-end.

  • Data security is guaranteed
    Every server is processed with certified data erasure or destruction before reuse or disposal.

  • Ethical and sustainable handling
    Working units are refurbished, and non-repairable components are responsibly recycled.

What We Buy / What We Don’t

Servers we accept:

  • Rack, blade, and tower servers

  • Brands like HP / HPE, Dell, IBM, Sun — up to around 6 years old

  • Complete units in working or repairable condition

Servers we typically won’t accept:

  • Severely damaged or incomplete hardware

  • Legacy units with extremely inefficient power/cooling characteristics

  • Equipment from individual/private sellers (depending on scale)

Our 7-Step Server Recovery Process

  1. Get a quote — Submit your server inventory, condition, and specs

  2. Receive offer — We present a fair residual value and clear terms

  3. Approve & schedule collection — We coordinate secure logistics

  4. Secure intake & logging — Every unit is logged, tagged, and tracked

  5. Data erasure / destruction — All drives and storage media are processed under strict standards

  6. Testing / refurbishment / recycling — Servers are graded: reuse or recycle

  7. Payment & reporting — You receive payment and full documentation (certificates, audit trail)

Data Security & Compliance

Data protection is central to our service. Before any server is reused or disposed of:

  • All storage drives (HDDs, SSDs) are either securely wiped or physically destroyed

  • You receive a certificate of destruction / erasure

  • Full audit trail and chain-of-custody logs are maintained

  • Our processes follow GDPR, environmental regulation, and industry standards

Why Work with Us?

  • Transparent pricing & process — No hidden fees or surprises

  • End-to-end support — We take care of logistics, processing, and paperwork

  • Scalable operations — Ideal for single sites or multi-location rollouts

  • Sustainability-first approach — Refurbish first, recycle next

  • Compliance-ready delivery — Documentation to support audits and regulatory requirements

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes — we purchase a wide range of enterprise-grade servers, including rack, tower, and blade units from leading manufacturers such as Dell, HPE, HP, IBM, Lenovo, and Cisco.
    We typically buy equipment up to around 6 years old, provided it’s complete and in working or repairable condition.
    If you’re unsure whether your servers qualify, simply send us a quick inventory list and we’ll provide an instant assessment.

  • Before any server is reused or resold, we carry out certified data erasure or physical drive destruction.
    All drives (HDDs and SSDs) are either securely wiped to international standards or physically shredded, depending on your preference and compliance needs.
    You’ll receive a certificate of data destruction for every processed device, ensuring full proof that no recoverable data remains.

  • Our process is designed to be simple, secure, and fully transparent:

    1. Request a valuation – Send us your server specifications and condition details.

    2. Receive an offer – We provide a fair, no-obligation quote.

    3. Approve & schedule collection – We arrange secure transport with full tracking.

    4. Data erasure or destruction – All storage media is securely wiped or destroyed.

    5. Testing & refurbishment – Reusable servers are restored for resale or reuse.

    6. Payment & certification – You receive prompt payment along with full reporting and certificates.

  • All data stored on your servers or related devices is completely removed or destroyed before any further processing.
    We perform secure erasure or physical destruction depending on the device type, followed by full verification and certification.
    This ensures your organisation remains fully compliant with GDPR and data protection regulations, while maintaining total peace of mind.

Contact us.

help@krakenitad.com

+44 (0) 7392323021

Unit 2 Woodhouse Lane
Wigan, WN6 9JU