Donating hardware

IT equipment is quickly becoming obsolete, but that doesn’t mean it no longer has any value. Do you have an old laptop, tablet or phone lying around? Then consider donating this IT to Molano. This way, you give your hardware a second life, make an impact and contribute to a more sustainable society.

Why donating IT through Molano makes a difference

When you donate your IT via Molano, you contribute directly to a better world. We don’t just process old hardware; we give it a second life via our social workshop. Here, every donated device is carefully checked, cleaned and refurbished.
Our technical experts have years of experience in secure data removal and device refurbishing. All processes meet the highest quality and safety standards. Think safe data removal according to AVG guidelines and certified processing of non-reusable parts.
By donating your old IT to Molano, you avoid unnecessary waste and support social employment. Because behind every refurbished device is a team working on their future.

What can of hardware can you donate?

Whether you want to donate an old phone or have a complete set of computers: Molano is the place to go. We accept a wide range of devices, from individual parts to complete systems.


Donate an old phone

Donating an old phone may seem small, but the difference is huge. These devices are professionally cleaned and repurposed. This way, they get a new destination at social organisations or educational institutions. Want to hand in your old phone? At Molano, you can be sure that your phone will end up in the right place and will be processed safely.


Hand in your old laptop for reuse

Donating an old laptop to Molano is an excellent way of contributing to sustainability. We thoroughly check the laptop, remove all data and prepare it for reuse. Want to hand in your old laptop? Then Molano is the reliable partner you are looking for.

Hand in old tablet or computer for a second life

Tablets and desktops are also welcome. You can simply hand in your old tablet or computer. Each device is treated with care and reused wherever possible. Together, we make digital access possible for everyone.

IT equipment we cannot reuse? We recycle responsibly

Sometimes recycling is not possible. In that case, we ensure responsible recycling. Our experts dismantle the equipment and separate the usable raw materials.
This way, we guarantee safe and sustainable processing of every component, without negative impact on the environment.

How IT donation works at Molano

Donating IT to Molano is simple and secure. Just follow this clear step-by-step plan:


Sign up
You can easily register your old hardware with us. Within a few clicks, your registration is complete.


Secure data erasure
We delete all data according to the strictest AVG standards. Your data never ends up in the wrong hands.


Arranged logistics
We will collect the equipment from you if you wish. Our collection service is free for larger quantities.


Receive certificates
After processing, you will receive a certificate of data removal and donation. So you always know what happens to your hardware.

What happens to your donated hardware?

Your donated hardware ends up in our social workshop. Here, people with a distance to the labour market work on refurbishing IT equipment.
They undergo internal training, gain work experience and build on their future. So your donation not only provides a second life for appliances, but also for people. We then distribute the refurbished appliances to social organisations, schools and non-profits. In this way, your donation increases digital accessibility for everyone.

Donate IT? Choose security and impact

Molano has been a trusted partner in sustainable IT services for years. Our knowledge of Device as a Service, IT Asset Disposition and IT recycling means we can dispose of your equipment responsibly. We work together with non-profits and social organisations that can put the hardware to good use. So your donation always gets a meaningful destination. Are you looking for new equipment after donating? Then discover our Device as a Service solution. This ensures you always have up-to-date hardware, without large upfront investments.