USB Flash Drives

USB sticks - For data storage

A USB stick is a small storage device that you can use for storing and transporting all sorts of computer data such as documents, system files, image files, video files, etc.

Maybe you need a USB stick to take back and forth to your workplace or to create a backup if you are working on an important school assignment for good measure.

We have a good selection of different USB keys on our site, so you have a good chance of finding the USB key that you can use for whatever data you want stored.

4 things to consider before buying a USB key

If you have never had a USB key before and are a bit unsure about our selection, there’s no reason to despair, as we will guide you through the market for USB sticks.

Below we will go into more detail about USB sticks and their connector types, so you can get a good overview of them before you buy the right USB key.

We will provide some good information regarding design, storage capacity, and the materials they are made from.

So make sure to take some time here and become an expert in USB sticks before you make a purchase on our site.

#1 - Types of USB sticks and their connector types

All USB sticks can be used for storing data.

But there are differences among them based on their characteristics.

Some of them may vary in terms of their write and read speeds, so it's definitely worth considering this when you are buying a USB key, especially if you want fast data transfer during a busy workday.

Many USB keys come with Plug and Play, meaning you don't have to worry about installing any driver software to start using it, just plug a USB key into one of your computer's USB ports.

All USB sticks support all operating systems found in computers, so you can easily use your upcoming USB key regardless of whether you use Windows, Linux, or macOS.

The various USB sticks on the market have different connector types, some of which allow you to connect both your computer and your smartphone, if needed.

Here are some example connector types found in USB sticks:

• Lightning
• Micro USB
• USB-A
• USB-C

We recommend you take your time looking at our selection of USB sticks by clicking on them individually to view their various specifications.

This way, you can be sure to find and purchase the USB key you need.

#2 - Design and colors in USB sticks

USB keys can serve the same purpose in terms of functionality, but they certainly do not look the same in their design.

You can thus buy a USB key with a key ring so you can take it with you along with your keys when you go to work or school.

Many USB keys also come with caps to help prevent dirt from entering the USB plug.

There are also USB keys that feature a swivel cap, so you can simply turn it to protect the USB plug when you're done using your USB key after some data transfer.

Here are example designs available for USB sticks:

• Swivel cap
• Key ring
• Without cap
• Keyband
• Micro

You can also buy your upcoming USB key in a color that suits you, and it is advisable to choose a bright color like red so you can easily spot your USB key at home when you need to find it.

Here are example colors available for USB keys:

• Blue
• Gray
• White
• Metal
• Red
• Black
• Silver
• Multicolored

You can check out our selection of USB sticks and choose to buy your upcoming USB key in the design and color that suits you.

#3 - Storage capacity (GB) in USB sticks

As you may have noticed from the selection of USB sticks on our site, there is significant variation among them in terms of their storage capacity measured in the number of gigabytes (GB).

Storage capacity in a USB key plays a crucial role when you are using it for storing data.

If you have large files such as images or videos that can take up a lot of space due to their high resolutions, it would be wise to opt for a USB key with a very high storage capacity to ensure there is enough space for them.

Here is a list of the gigabyte sizes available in various USB sticks:

• 1 GB
• 2 GB
• 4 GB
• 8 GB
• 16 GB
• 32 GB
• 64 GB
• 128 GB
• 256 GB
• 512 GB

#4 - Materials in USB sticks

USB sticks are mostly made of metal and have a hard plastic shell around them that helps protect the technology inside, preventing it from breaking.

There are now several USB sticks made from strong materials like aluminum that can provide solid durability and thus good protection for your data.

It will be up to you to choose the USB key in the material that you feel best protects its future contents.

Tip for encrypting your USB key

Once you have bought a USB key from our site and have used it to transfer something important that you do not want others to see, we have a good tip for you.

You have the option to encrypt your USB key so that only you can access its data by following these six steps through your computer:

1. You start by locating your USB key on your computer under This PC, right-click on the USB key and select Turn on Bitlocker.
2. You check the box for Use a password to unlock the drive, enter your password in both fields, and click Next.
3. You can then choose to save your password to avoid the risk of forgetting it. It is advisable to select either Save in a file or Print recovery key. However, be careful not to save it on the USB drive itself. Afterward, click Next.
4. Select Encrypt entire drive and then click Next.
5. Since your USB key is a portable drive, choose Compatibility mode and then Next.
6. Select Start encryption and your USB key will now be encrypted.