ITAD certifications, and where to check each one
A logo on a vendor’s site is a claim. The certifier’s register is the proof. Here is what each of the four certifications covers, where its register lives, and how we checked it on 9 Nov 2026.
R2v3
R2v3 is the current version of the R2 standard from SERI (Sustainable Electronics Recycling International), written for electronics recyclers and ITAD facilities.
Company-stated 18 companies state it
e-Stewards
e-Stewards is a third-party audited certification for electronics recyclers, refurbishers and asset managers, created by the Basel Action Network.
Verified via registry 14 confirmed, 14 stating it
NAID AAA
NAID AAA is i-SIGMA’s certification for data destruction providers: auditors verify secure processes, chain of custody and employee background screening.
Company-stated 15 companies state it
ADISA
ADISA certifies IT asset recovery companies for data protection. It is recognised by UKAS, and its ICT Asset Recovery Standard 8.0 is an ICO-approved GDPR certification scheme.
Verified via registry 7 confirmed, 7 stating it