Special Note: Proof of residency required. 

The Free Paper Shredding Event hours have been extended. The event will now end promptly at 3:00 p.m. and all those in line prior to that time will be served (no late arrivals). Peak wait times generally occur at the very beginning and end of the event. Paper shredding events are normally held on three Saturdays during the year at our SMaRT Station in Sunnyvale from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. If you cannot make the event see below for other shredding services or home shredding tips.

These events help residents protect their identity and recycle confidential or sensitive paper documents, tax returns, bank statements, or health records. The event is located at the SMaRT Station, 301 Carl Road (cross-streets are Caribbean Dr & Borregas Av) in Sunnyvale.

With new extended hours, these events end promptly at 3:00 p.m., and all those in line prior to that time will be served (no late arrivals). Please read the Document Shredding Guidelines to ensure your items will be accepted.

• The event is only for Mountain View and Sunnyvale residents.
• Proof of residency required (driver's license or identification card or utility bill with your Mountain View address).
• Events is from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Please, no early arrivals! Peak wait times occur from 8:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.; avoid arriving during these times if possible.
• The event stops at 3:00 p.m. sharp. Cars arriving after 3:00 p.m. will be turned away.
• If you miss the event, contact your local office supply store which may offer shredding services for a small fee.

Contact City of Sunnyvale for more information at 408-730-7262 Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.