At MyBins, we understand that trust is essential. Whether you are a resident using our app or a local authority managing services through our platform, protecting your data is a top priority. That’s why we have built My Bins with security at its core, using trusted technologies and best-practice safeguards.
In this post, we explain how we keep your information safe and provide peace of mind for everyone who relies on our service.
Secure Hosting with Amazon Web Services (AWS)
MyBins is hosted on Amazon Web Services (AWS), one of the world’s leading cloud infrastructure providers. AWS is trusted by governments, financial institutions, and global enterprises for its strong focus on security and reliability.
By using AWS, we benefit from:
Enterprise-grade physical and digital security
Continuous monitoring and threat detection
Regular security updates and patches
Highly resilient infrastructure with built-in backup and recovery
This means your data is stored in a secure environment designed to meet strict international security standards.
App Security Through Google and Apple App Stores
The MyBins app is available through both the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store. Before any app is approved for release, it must meet rigorous security, privacy, and technical requirements set by these platforms.
Our app is reviewed and approved by both Google and Apple, helping to ensure that it:
Handles data responsibly
Uses secure communication methods
Follows platform privacy guidelines
Protects users against common security risks
Ongoing updates are also reviewed, ensuring that security remains a priority throughout the life of the app.
Protected Access with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
For local authorities and administrators who use the MyBins management panel and internal systems, we provide an additional layer of protection through Two-Factor Authentication (2FA).
2FA requires users to verify their identity using two separate methods. MyBins currently uses:
Something the user knows ( password)
Something the user has (email address)
This significantly reduces the risk of unauthorised access, even if login details are compromised.
All sensitive management tools and restricted areas are protected using this approach to help safeguard operational data and system controls.
Ongoing Commitment to Security
Security is not a one-time feature—it is an ongoing process. At MyBins, we continuously review and improve our systems to address new risks and evolving industry standards.
Our approach includes:
Regular system updates and maintenance
Monitoring for suspicious activity
Following best practices in data protection
Working with trusted technology partners
We are committed to maintaining a secure and reliable platform for both residents and local authorities.
Building Trust Through Technology
By combining secure AWS hosting, app store compliance, and strong access controls like 2FA, MyBins provides a robust and dependable platform for waste and recycling services.
Our goal is simple: to make waste collection information easy to access while keeping you safe at every step.
If you have any questions about our security practices, please feel free to get in touch with our team.
MyBins – making local services smarter, simpler, and more secure.
