Privacy Protector: The Erasing Pen

A Simple and Smart Way to Protect Your Privacy

The inspiration for this design came from the need to eliminate personal information from delivery receipts. By using a rubber to erase the words, our private information can be protected. The team discovered that over 70% of delivery receipts use pressure-sensitive paper (NCR), and ethanol can effectively remove handwriting from this type of paper. This led to the idea of combining alcohol and a pen to create a practical solution.

What sets the Privacy Protector apart is its unique feature of containing an alcohol bottle in the latter half of the pen. With a simple press of the top button, a small amount of alcohol is sprayed onto the delivery paper. This allows users to erase their handwriting after signing for the package, ensuring the protection of their personal information.

The pen is made of Aluminum Alloy, which not only provides a good texture but also offers corrosion resistance. Its sleek design measures 150mm x 15mm x 15mm, making it convenient to carry and use.

To operate the Privacy Protector, simply press the trigger at the end of the pen to spray a small amount of alcohol onto the delivery paper. Then, use the provided cleaning cloth to wipe out any writing that contains personal details. This simple and smart solution effectively protects your privacy.

The Privacy Protector project started in August 2016 in Wuhan and was completed in November 2016. The team conducted extensive research on the personal information disclosure issue in delivery receipts, leading to the development of this innovative design.

This design was awarded the Iron A' Design Award in 2017 in the Idea and Conceptual Design category. The Iron A' Design Award recognizes well-designed, practical, and innovative creations that meet professional and industrial requirements. The Privacy Protector's integration of industry best practices and competent technical characteristics contribute to a better world.

With the Privacy Protector, Liu Mingde-Team has provided a solution to the growing concern of personal information privacy in the delivery process. This innovative design offers a simple and effective way to protect your privacy and ensure peace of mind.