Laptop, Phone and Computer Recycling in Edinburgh
Got an old laptop, phone or tablet in a drawer? Bring it to us. We're a charity in Leith that repairs donated tech so it can be used again, and responsibly recycles anything we can't fix.
What we can recycle
Bring these
- Laptops and MacBooks
- Tablets and iPads
- Smartphones
- Smartwatches
- DSLR cameras
- Headphones
- Routers
- Chargers and cables
- Keyboards, mice and webcams
Want photos of each item? See the full list of what we accept.
We can't take
Printers or monitors of any size, and household electricals such as kettles, toasters, lamps and hair dryers.
For these, use your nearest City of Edinburgh Council recycling centre.
Where to drop it off
Bring your devices to our hub at 13A Newkirkgate in Leith during drop-off times.
- MondayClosed
- Tuesday to Thursday3pm to 4pm
- Friday11am to 4pm
Can't make those times? We have Tech Donation Boxes in workplaces and public buildings around Edinburgh, so there may be one closer to you. The map shows where they are.
What happens to your data
We securely wipe every device before it's refurbished or recycled. If a hard drive can't be wiped, it's destroyed.
Before you drop off a phone or tablet, please sign out of your Apple ID or Google account. Otherwise the device stays locked and we can't reuse it.
What happens to your device
Repair
Our technicians test every device and refurbish everything they can.
Reuse
Refurbished devices are gifted to people facing digital exclusion, or sold at affordable prices in our shop to fund our work.
Recycle
If we can't repair it, we recycle it responsibly, so as little as possible ends up in landfill.
Why we repair first and recycle last
Electronic waste is one of the fastest growing waste streams. Devices contain hazardous substances that leach into soil and water when they end up in landfill. Recycling recovers some raw materials, but repairing a laptop keeps the whole thing in use and avoids the emissions of making a new one.
Looking for a replacement?
Every laptop and phone in our shop has been tested, refurbished and data wiped by our technicians. It costs less than new and keeps another device in use.
Clearing out office kit?
We offer free, secure IT asset disposal for businesses and organisations, including free collection, data wipe certificates and waste transfer notes.
Recycling questions
What are your drop-off times?
Tuesday to Thursday, 3pm to 4pm, and Friday, 11am to 4pm. We're closed for drop-offs on Mondays.
Do I need to wipe my laptop or phone first?
No, we securely wipe every device, and any drive we can't wipe is destroyed. Please do sign out of your Apple ID or Google account first, otherwise the device stays locked and we can't reuse it.
Can I drop off a broken device?
Yes. If we can't repair it, we recycle it responsibly.
Do you collect from homes?
No, we don't collect from individuals. Bring your device to our Leith hub during drop-off times, or use a Tech Donation Box. We do offer free collections for businesses.
Can I recycle my old monitor or printer?
Not with us, sorry. Your nearest council recycling centre will take them.
