WD Elements portable hard drive

WD Elements is a popular line of external hard drives manufactured by Western Digital. The brand originated in the United States, established by Western Digital Corporation which was founded in 1970. While the company is headquartered in California, its manufacturing footprint is global, with major production facilities historically located in Thailand and Malaysia, and components sourced from various international locations.

Today, the brand remains under the ultimate ownership of Western Digital Corporation, a leading American computer drive manufacturer and data storage company. The WD Elements series is marketed worldwide as a cost-effective and reliable plug-and-play storage solution for consumers and professional users alike.