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Computer Recycling in Athens, GA

Goodwill of North Georgia's East Athens store accepts donated computers.

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Checked October 26, 2026 · Call before you go · How we check

2 ways to get rid of a computer in Athens

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  1. CurbCycle PickupPickup from your home · AthensNo haulingWe recycle it for youFrom $85.00
    How it works

    Book online, set out your computer and we’ll pick it up and recycle it for you. You see your price before you book and pay only after pickup.

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  2. Goodwill of North Georgia - East AthensDrop-off · 4070 Lexington Road, AthensOpen to everyoneCost not listed
    Where

    4070 Lexington Road
    Athens, GA 30605

    Hours

    Donation center: Mon-Sat: 9am - 8pm Sun: 10am - 8pm

    Cost & rules

    Computers

    AcceptedCost unknown

    Fees aren’t recorded. Don’t assume drop-off is free.

    • Clean, gently used items in good working condition.

    Full details & sourcesOfficial site (opens in new tab)

Before you go

  1. List each device and describe any damage to the operator.
  2. Back up your files and erase the device using the maker’s instructions.
  3. Ask whether documented data destruction is offered and what it costs.
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Georgia rules

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Checked October 26, 2026

  • Items We Do and Don't Accept (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
    • Donations should be clean, gently used and in good working condition; items needing repair or water-soaked/stained items are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Goodwill of North Georgia - East Athens (opens in new tab) · Goodwill of North Georgia
    • This Goodwill donation center accepts gently used furniture and computers, among other household items. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. Subject 391-3-4: Solid Waste Management (incl. Rule 391-3-4-.04 General and Rule 391-3-4-.19 Scrap and Used Tire Management) (opens in new tab) · Georgia Secretary of State (Rules and Regulations of the State of Georgia)
    • Georgia's solid waste rules specifically prohibit five wastes from solid waste disposal facilities: lead acid batteries, liquid waste in landfills (with exceptions), regulated hazardous waste, radioactive waste and PCB waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Georgia EPD: Household Hazardous Waste (opens in new tab) · Georgia Environmental Protection Division
    • State and federal law exempt homeowners from hazardous waste rules, so household hazardous waste may legally go in the garbage, but only as solids: garbage trucks may not pick up liquid waste. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD says household hazardous waste should not be poured down the drain, and liquids may not go in the trash. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD says reuse and recycling options for household hazardous waste in Georgia are extremely limited. Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD points residents to CHaRM (Center for Hard to Recycle Materials) in Atlanta and Athens, which accepts many household hazardous wastes (some fees may apply). Checked October 26, 2026.
    • EPD tells residents to ask their city or county recycling or waste department about local amnesty days. Checked October 26, 2026.

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