Signs Your CDs and DVDs Are Deteriorating — And What to Do Now

Published 2026-08-05 · By Sasha Goldsmith · Prevention

CDs and DVDs were never designed to last forever. Disc rot, delamination, and dye fading are real threats. If you have important data on optical media from 10-20 years ago, now is the time to act. This guide shows you what to look for and how to rescue your data.

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