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Give Your Tech a Second Life: Trade In, Donate, or Recycle
Give your old tech a new life and support your community by recycling responsibly. Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment and those in need. Choose Micro Center for your electronic disposal.
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Electronic Recycling
Choose Micro Center for eco-friendly electronic recycling that keeps harmful e-waste out of landfills. By partnering with certified vendors, we ensure responsible recycling practices that prioritize sustainability.
Receive Tax Receipt
Computer Donations
Donate your working desktop or laptop at Micro Center with the help of Compudopt. You’ll receive a tax receipt and join a community that has already distributed 111,056+ computers, served 180,117+ students, and connected 30,590+ households.
GPU Trade-In
Trade in your eligible GPU—purchased from Micro Center and in working condition—for in-store credit, and enjoy a seamless upgrade while supporting eco-friendly practices.
E-Waste Recycling
Electronics We Recycle
At Micro Center, our e-waste recycling program offers a convenient, responsible way to dispose of your old electronics—desktops, laptops, game consoles, and more—while keeping harmful materials out of landfills. We partner with certified recycling vendors who meet rigorous industry standards, including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, and R2 certifications, guaranteeing that your electronics are recycled with responsibility. Join us in making a positive environmental impact, schedule your e-waste drop-off today!
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Leading the Way in Sustainable Computer Donations
Partnering with Compudopt, we help turn your donated laptops and desktops into vital community resources. Their programs boost digital access, literacy, and affordable internet, empowering youth and strengthening communities for a brighter future. When you donate at Micro Center, you’ll receive a blank tax receipt to write in the value of your device. Every Micro Center is a certified drop location for Compudopt. Join a community today that has already distributed 111,056+ computers, served 180,117+ students, and connected 30,590+ households. With the help of Compudopt, we can continue to bridge the digital divide and empower individuals in need.
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% of our families still lack access to a computer at home
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Electronics Recycling Offers
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E-Waste Recycling Process
Simple Ways to Get Started
Find Your Old Electronics
Locate and gather your old electronics, such as computers, game consoles, or printers, that you wish to recycle.
Schedule An Appointment
Skip the wait by scheduling an appointment online for a smooth and efficient recycling experience. We also welcome walk-ins.
Connect With Our Techs
Meet with our technicians who will assist with the recycling process, ensuring proper disposal and discussing any available incentives or rewards.
Data Services
GPU Trade-In
Hundreds of Eligible GPU Models
Go green with Micro Center and trade in your Micro Center purchased GPUs for store credit! We’ll verify your GPU by order history or serial number. Reduce e-waste and earn credit towards your next purchase while making a positive environmental impact.
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Micro Center Recycling Program FAQ
Welcome to our FAQ section! Here, you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions about our recycling and donation programs at Micro Center. Whether you’re looking to responsibly dispose of old electronics or find out how you can give back to the community, we’re here to help.
How does the recycling process work at Micro Center?
Recycling with us is easy! You can either schedule an appointment online or visit our store. We'll collect your information and the details of the items you want to recycle. If you’re recycling a computer or hard drive, consider if data backup, transfer, or destruction is needed. Your items are then placed in our dedicated recycling area and sent to a sustainable electronic recycler.
What are the benefits of choosing Micro Center's recycling program?
By recycling with Micro Center, you’re not just disposing of your old electronics responsibly; you’re also supporting the planet. We ensure your items are broken down locally in the US and transformed into new products, keeping them out of landfills. Our full-service approach means we're here to support your product from purchase to end-of-life.
What products do you recycle?
We recycle a wide array of electronics including, but not limited to:
Note: We do not recycle appliances, vacuums, TV tubes, CRT Monitors, or car batteries.
Note: We do not recycle appliances, vacuums, TV tubes, CRT Monitors, or car batteries.
- Desktop and laptop computers
- Peripherals (mice, keyboards, etc.)
- Game consoles
- Servers and storage
- Cameras
- Networking equipment
- Monitors
- Tablets and mobile devices
What kinds of recycling offers are available?
Enjoy a range of recycling rewards, including discounted services and coupons for specific products. For instance, you might get a discount on new purchases or services like data transfers when you recycle old electronics. Keep an eye out for vendor-sponsored deals too!
How does the recycling process work at Micro Center?
We partner with US-based vendors who are dedicated to sustainability. Our recycling process ensures that products are not sent to landfills. All our partners are certified as clean recyclers, committed to environmentally friendly practices.
What should I do if I have personal data on my old devices?
If you have personal data on your old devices, don't worry! When recycling computers or hard drives, you can choose our data backup, transfer, or destruction services. Our technicians will ensure your data is securely handled according to your preferences, so you can recycle with peace of mind.
How does your recycling program differ from your donation program?
Our recycling program breaks down electronics for new products, while our donation program refurbishes working computers for those in need, like students and veterans. When you donate at Micro Center, you’ll receive a blank tax receipt to write in your device's value. Both programs promote sustainability in unique ways.
What’s the donation process like?
Donating is a breeze! For computers, visit our store where a technician will assist you. We’ll gather your information, provide a tax receipt via email, and mark your device for donation. The refurbished units are sent to our charity partners to support those in need. For tax-related questions, please consult your CPA.
How can I get started with recycling or donating?
Getting started is simple! Find those old electronics lying around and either visit our store or book an appointment online. By recycling or donating, you’ll declutter your space and make a positive impact on the environment.
Terms & Conditions
Micro Center and Compudopt provide this recycling service (the “Service”) at no cost to you (“You”). To the extent permitted by applicable law, Micro Center and Compudopt hereby disclaim and exclude any and all warranties of any kind, express or implied, related to the Service.
Micro Center is merely acting as a collection agent for Compudopt and you are providing your products for recycling to Compudopt. You may be able to deduct the value of your recycled product on your tax return, but Micro Center makes no representations or warranties about, and shall not be responsible for, your ability or inability to take such a deduction on your tax return.
You represent and warrant that You have the lawful right to allow Micro Center and Compudopt to perform the Service. You represent that You are providing to Micro Center and Compudopt only products that are owned by You or others in your household and were used exclusively or primarily for personal purposes. If you bring in products owned by others in your household, You have been authorized by such owner to bring in such products.
Once you bring in products to a Micro Center store for the Service, you transfer title to such products to Compudopt and disclaim any further right, title, or interest in and to the products or any data contained therein. You agree that you have the sole responsibility to keep a separate back up copy of any files or data before bringing the products into a Micro Center store and transferring ownership of the products to Compudopt. Data recovery is not a part of the Service and Micro Center and Compudopt accept no responsibility for any lost files or data. You agree that all data is erased from hard drives contained in the products before bringing them into a Micro Center store. Data transfer and erasure services are available by appointment at a Micro Center store and are not part of the Service.
Any products given to Micro Center and Compudopt as part of the Service must not violate any applicable laws, including export laws, and You represent and warrant that You have and will comply with any and all such laws. You represent and warrant that any products You provide to Micro Center and Compudopt as part of this Service shall not: (1) infringe on any third-party intellectual property right (including copyright, trademark, patent, trade secrets or other proprietary right) or (2) be counterfeit, stolen, or fraudulent.
The Service is provided for lawful purposes only, and You agree to indemnify Micro Center and Compudopt and any of their respective directors, officers, employees, affiliates, subsidiaries, or agents from and against any claims brought against any of them arising from performing this Service on your behalf or for any breach of these terms and conditions by You.
Micro Center and Compudopt and their respective affiliates, employees, and agents will under no circumstances be liable for any special, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from this Service. To the extent permitted by applicable law, Micro Center’s and Compudopt’s entire liability, if any, from any cause whatsoever with respect to this Service shall not exceed $50. Micro Center reserves the right to change these terms and conditions or to cancel this Service at any time without notice.
Consumer Recycling Information
California
For information on where and how to return, recycle, and dispose of covered electronic devices and opportunities and locations for the collection or return of the device in California, please refer to erecycle.org. Información de reciclaje para el Cliente: Para información a devolver, reciclar y disponer de los dispositivos electrónicos incluidos y las oportunidades y lugares para la recolección o devolución del dispositivo, favor de consultar la pagina de Internet erecycle.org.
Illinois
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Individuals who reside in Illinois may recycle their computers, computer monitors, printers and TVs by dropping them off at one of the recycling locations identified at https://illinois-epa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=1e86d9a5913a4ca49fb0cfd64f1c2872. For further information concerning the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and electronics recycling in Illinois, go to https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste-management/materials-management/electronics-recycling1.html.
Individuals who reside in Illinois may recycle their computers, computer monitors, printers and TVs by dropping them off at one of the recycling locations identified at https://illinois-epa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=1e86d9a5913a4ca49fb0cfd64f1c2872. For further information concerning the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency and electronics recycling in Illinois, go to https://epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste-management/materials-management/electronics-recycling1.html.
Indiana
Individuals who reside in Indiana may recycle their Household televisions, computer monitors and other video display devices by dropping them off at one of the recycling locations identified at www.in.gov/recycle/5636.html. For further information concerning electronics recycling in Indiana, go to www.in.gov/recycle. The Indiana Department of Environmental Management website is www.in.gov/idem
Michigan
Consumers (personal or home business users) in Michigan may drop off and recycle PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment free of charge at the locations shown below seven days a week during normal store hours. PowerSpec® and WinBook® are trademarks of Micro Electronics, Inc., d/b/a Micro Center.
Micro Center
32800 Concord Rd.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
248-291-8400
Micro Center
32800 Concord Rd.
Madison Heights, MI 48071
248-291-8400
Minnesota
Households (personal or home business users) in Minnesota may learn where and how to recycle video display devices by contacting the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency at (651) 296 6300 or (800) 657 3864 or at www.pca.state.mn.us.
Missouri
Consumers (personal or home business users) in Missouri may drop off and recycle PowerSpec® or WinBook® computer equipment free of charge at the location shown below. This service is available for desktop or notebook computers, including a computer monitor or other display device that does not contain a tuner (PowerSpec® or WinBook® brands only). Computer equipment includes its accompanying keyboard and mouse if the keyboard and mouse are from the same manufacturer as the computer equipment.
Micro Center is the exclusive retailer of PowerSpec® or WinBook® computer equipment and is conveniently located at:
Micro Center
87 Brentwood Promenade Ct.
Brentwood, MO 63144
314-252-3961
Micro Center’s IPSG affiliate, the supplier of PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment, offers a no cost shipping option to Missouri residents who are not near a Micro Center store. For details on how Missouri residents may elect to receive a box and call tag to return qualified equipment to IPSG at no additional charge, go to IPSG’s website, www.ipsgproducts.com/info/recycle.html, or send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
Micro Center is the exclusive retailer of PowerSpec® or WinBook® computer equipment and is conveniently located at:
Micro Center
87 Brentwood Promenade Ct.
Brentwood, MO 63144
314-252-3961
Micro Center’s IPSG affiliate, the supplier of PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment, offers a no cost shipping option to Missouri residents who are not near a Micro Center store. For details on how Missouri residents may elect to receive a box and call tag to return qualified equipment to IPSG at no additional charge, go to IPSG’s website, www.ipsgproducts.com/info/recycle.html, or send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
New Jersey
New Jersey consumers may learn where and how to recycle computers, monitors and TVs at https://www.state.nj.us/dep/dshw/recycling/ or by calling 1-866-DEP-KNOW.
Pennsylvania
Consumers (personal or home business users) in Pennsylvania may drop off and recycle PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment free of charge at the location shown below seven days a week during normal store hours.
PowerSpec® and WinBook® are trademarks of Micro Electronics, Inc., d/b/a Micro Center. Micro Center’s IPSG affiliate, the supplier of PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment, offers a no cost shipping option to Pennsylvania residents who are not near a Micro Center store. For details on how Pennsylvania residents may elect to receive a box and call tag to return qualified equipment to IPSG at no additional charge, go to IPSG’s website, www.ipsgproducts.com/info/recycle.html, or send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
Micro Center is the exclusive retailer of Powerspec or Winbook computer equipment and is conveniently located at: Micro Center St. Davids Square 550 East Lancaster Avenue St. Davids, PA 19087 610-989-8400 Computer equipment is accepted 7 days a week during normal store hours.
PowerSpec® and WinBook® are trademarks of Micro Electronics, Inc., d/b/a Micro Center. Micro Center’s IPSG affiliate, the supplier of PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment, offers a no cost shipping option to Pennsylvania residents who are not near a Micro Center store. For details on how Pennsylvania residents may elect to receive a box and call tag to return qualified equipment to IPSG at no additional charge, go to IPSG’s website, www.ipsgproducts.com/info/recycle.html, or send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
Micro Center is the exclusive retailer of Powerspec or Winbook computer equipment and is conveniently located at: Micro Center St. Davids Square 550 East Lancaster Avenue St. Davids, PA 19087 610-989-8400 Computer equipment is accepted 7 days a week during normal store hours.
Texas
Consumers (personal or home business users) in Texas may drop off and recycle PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment free of charge at the locations shown below seven days a week during normal store hours. PowerSpec® and WinBook® are trademarks of Micro Electronics, Inc., d/b/a Micro Center.
Micro center
5305 South Rice Avenue
Houston, TX 77081
713-940-8500 Micro center
13929 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75243
972-664-8500
Micro center
5305 South Rice Avenue
Houston, TX 77081
713-940-8500 Micro center
13929 N. Central Expressway
Dallas, TX 75243
972-664-8500
Virginia
Consumers (personal or home business users) in Virginia may drop off and recycle PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment free of charge at the locations shown below seven days a week during normal store hours. PowerSpec® and WinBook® are trademarks of Micro Electronics, Inc., d/b/a Micro Center.
Micro Center
3089 Nutley St.
Fairfax, VA 22031
703-204-8400
A no cost option for shipping PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment is also available for Virginia residents who are not near a Micro Center store. Send an email to send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request. IPSG and Micro Center recovered and recycled 1,608 lbs of computer equipment in 2009.
Micro Center
3089 Nutley St.
Fairfax, VA 22031
703-204-8400
A no cost option for shipping PowerSpec® and WinBook® computer equipment is also available for Virginia residents who are not near a Micro Center store. Send an email to send an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request. IPSG and Micro Center recovered and recycled 1,608 lbs of computer equipment in 2009.
Wisconsin
Information concerning how eligible electronic devices can be collected and recycled in Wisconsin is available at http://dnr.wi.gov/topic/ecycle/. WI Stat. 287.07(a)(5) provides that no person may dispose of specified electronic devices “in a solid waste disposal facility, burn in a solid waste treatment facility, or place in a container the contents of which will be disposed of in an solid waste disposal facility or burned in a solid waste treatment facility.”
A no cost option for shipping PowerSpec® and WinBook® computers for recycling is available to Wisconsin residents by sending an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
Computer equipment is accepted seven days a week during normal store hours.
A no cost option for shipping PowerSpec® and WinBook® computers for recycling is available to Wisconsin residents by sending an email to recycle@ipsgproducts.com with your request.
Computer equipment is accepted seven days a week during normal store hours.
*Micro Center does not accept responsibility for any loss of data or confidentiality issues. Customers should back up all valuable information and ensure that sensitive data is erased from hard drives before they are dropped off. Data transfer and erasure services are available by appointment at your local Micro Center and are not covered by donation or recycling services.