WD My Passport WDBYVG0010BBK - Hard drive - encrypted - 1 TB - external (portable) - USB 3.2 Gen 1 - 256-bit AES - black

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

The WD My Passport encrypted 1TB at £72.07 ex-VAT is the kind of “buy once, forget it” external drive that works well in the real world—especially for moving files between office and home or for taking backups offsite. WD’s encryption is usually reliable in day-to-day use, and USB 3.2 Gen 1 keeps transfers perfectly fine for docs, images, client packs, and general backup workloads. For most small businesses and busy teams, the value is that it’s straightforward: plug in, encrypt setup, and you’ve got a bit more peace of mind for sensitive data.

That said, I wouldn’t buy this for heavy, constant use or large-scale backup routines where you’re frequently writing and rewriting huge volumes. Also, if you expect lots of random access or you need robust, long-term “workhorse” performance, an internal NAS/HDD or a more purpose-built backup option can be a better fit. Finally, check your actual needs: 1TB fills up quicker than people think, so if you’re backing up multiple machines or video-heavy content, you’ll be looking at upgrading sooner than you planned. If your goal is portable, encrypted storage for day-to-day business data at a sensible price, this is a solid choice.