WD My Passport USB-C Portable Hard Drive 2TB
- 2TB portable hard drive
- USB-C and USB-A (adapter included)
- 256-bit AES hardware encryption, password
- Backup software included
- Xbox One, PS4, Switch listed
- 3-year limited warranty, 4.96 ounces
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A slim, encrypted portable drive for backups and file transport across PCs, Macs and consoles. It is a spinning hard drive, so it is slower and less drop tolerant than an SSD.
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ASIN: B0CLPCBZKKCategory: External Hard Drives
Overview
WD makes the My Passport as a pocket hard drive with hardware encryption and password protection. It plugs into USB-A or, with the included adapter, USB-C devices, and backup software automates copies of your files.
Encryption and backup tools make it a dependable home for important files. Spinning disks are slower and more fragile than flash drives.
Who it's for
Students, families and console players backing up photos and games get a light, protected drive. Creators editing large files want an SSD.
Pros and cons
- USB-C adapter included
- Light, slim body
- Three year warranty
- Slower than an SSD
- Moving parts dislike drops
- Transfer speed not clearly listed
Performance notes
Data lives on spinning platters, so speed depends on drive mechanics more than the USB port. Hardware encryption runs on the drive, not the computer. Keeping it still during transfers protects the mechanism.
Specifications
| Brand | Digital |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Hard drive size | 2 TB |
| Item weight | 4.96 ounces |
| Item dimensions | 4.22 x 2.95 x 0.53 inches |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Hard Disk Interface | USB 3.0 |
| Hardware Connectivity | USB-A, USB-C via adapter |
| Compatible Video Game Console Models | Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4 |
| Included components | |
| Included components | Drive, USB-A cable, USB-A to USB-C adapter, quick install guide |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical, 2.5-inch |
| Encryption | 256-bit AES hardware, password protection |
Frequently asked questions
How do I protect the WD My Passport from damage?
The listing gives no care steps. As a mechanical hard drive, avoid drops and moving it during transfers, and eject it before unplugging.
Does the WD My Passport work with USB-C laptops?
Yes. A USB-A to USB-C adapter is included.
Is the WD My Passport encrypted?
Yes. It offers password protection with 256-bit AES hardware encryption.