Uses for Old Floppy Disks

Don't Throw Them Away!

If you have a new computer and you no longer need your old floppy disks, don’t throw them away. There are a number of good uses for old floppy disks. From donating them, to turning them into creative craft projects, there are many fantastic uses for old floppy disks. Keep computer trash out of the landfill, and try these creative ideas and uses. There are creative ways to use almost anything, and creative uses for floppy disks are no exception.

Refrigerator Magnets

Are you looking for creative uses for floppy disks you no longer need? They make fantastic backings for handcrafted refrigerator magnets. If you’re looking for a backing for a refrigerator magnet, cover a floppy disk with fabric, wallpaper, contact paper, or any covering you want. Next, mount your project, and attach a magnet to the back. No one will ever know your sturdy backing was made using an old floppy disk.

Donate

Just because you no longer use floppy disks doesn’t mean someone else can’t put them to good use. Don’t throw them away. Call your local schools, libraries, and daycare centers, and ask if they can put them to good use. If a school or other organization can use your old floppy disks, simply remove or cover up any labels, and delete the contents. Chances are someone will be very grateful to receive the floppy disks you no longer need.

Recycle

If you have a large quantity of floppy disks you no longer want, consider doing your part to recycle, and visit GreenDisk.org. GreenDisk.org claims to offer a “technotrash” solution for discarding waste such as floppy disks and other computer and other technological equipment. This isn’t a free service, but it is a valuable service for those who want items such as floppy disks properly and responsibly disposed of.

Make a Photo Cube

This is one of the most creative uses for old floppy disks, and it’s also one of the best uses. You can recycle them by making photo cubes. Floppy disks are perfect for making sturdy photo cubes to display at home, at the office, or to give as gifts to friends and loved ones.