Every year, on the third Saturday in March, it's time to declutter - not your closet, but your digital life! Digital Cleanup Day, happening this year on March 15, is a global initiative that encourages everyone to tidy up their digital spaces in the name of sustainability. Lib4RI is participating again this year - join us and take a look at your digital waste!
In today’s world, we create enormous amounts of data daily - photos, emails, files, and more. Much of this data becomes obsolete within months, yet it continues to take up space on devices, servers, and the cloud. All of this requires energy to store and maintain, contributing to unnecessary CO₂ emissions and environmental impact.
By joining over 1 million people worldwide, you’ll not only reduce your personal digital footprint but also contribute to a global impact. Past cleanups have helped prevent an estimated 3,625 tons of CO₂ emissions annually - a powerful reminder of the difference small actions can make.
This year, we’re teaming up with Bibliosuisse’s Biblio2030 commission, supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals and promoting environmental awareness in libraries and beyond.
| 1. Delete unused apps | 9. Delete old chat histories |
| 2. Delete duplicate photos | 10. Call instead of sending long emails |
| 3. Clean up & organise your cloud storage | 11. Empty your trash |
| 4. Charge your devices only when necessary | 12. Clean up your download folder |
| 5. Unsubscribe from unnecessary mailing lists | 13. Reorganise your file structure |
| 6. Delete unused online accounts | 14. Clear your device cache |
| 7. Stream in lower video quality | 15. Clean up your desktop |
| 8. Take regular breaks from your mobile | 16. And most importantly: Encourage others to do the same! |
Comprehensive guides on how to clean up your smartphone, computer, cloud and email can be found here.
Track your impact:
After your cleanup, report the amount of data you've deleted on the official Digital Cleanup Day website. You’ll even see how much CO₂ you've helped save!
Ready to declutter? Let’s make our digital world a cleaner place - together.
