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  • The text on the image reads "2.95" WD 4.22" Slim design Fits in the palm of your hand."
  • The text on the image reads: "Backup Software included. Can be set to run automatically to your schedule. 1 Download and installation required. Terms and conditions apply. User account registration may be required."
  • Password protection 256-bit AES hardware encryption.
  • SuperSpeed USB 3.2 Gen 1/USB 3.0 (5Gbps) USB 2.0 compatible - - - WD
  • The text on the image reads: "3-year limited warranty for peace of mind."
  • WD - My Passport Product Overview video 0 minutes 49 seconds

WD - My Passport 5TB External USB 3.0 Portable Hard Drive - Black

Model:
WDBPKJ0050BBK-WESN
SKU:
6380848
Highly rated by customers for:
Your price for this item is $144.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 2831 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

  • Quality

    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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93%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the My Passport 5TB External Hard Drive's ample storage, ease of use, and reliability as major advantages. The drive's compact size and reasonable price are also appreciated. Some customers have noted concerns regarding the included backup software, occasional noise, and the device getting warm during use.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Great Storage Device

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It does what it says. Stores a ton of data, and has the ability to encrypt it. Good price too.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Great drive value

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Awesome drive for the money I paid. I only buy WD products based on my prior excellent experience with that company's product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use
    Cons mentioned:
    Software

    Hate their software.

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great spare hard drive, easy to plug in. The software is a pain.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Great product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Was able to store all my music on this with plenty of room for more. Great product.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Review

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Helps store a lot of information great and it is small enough to carry anywhere

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Works fine

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use as an extra backup to my MacBook Pro. No issues so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reliability

    BEst and compact easy use

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Best and reliable Portable drive and make me feel more secure.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Quick and easy to use as a backup

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Even without the optional software this hard drive works for everything you could need it for.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • No problems

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I use this for my steam games and others with my gaming laptop and have had no issues so far.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Drive is so small, so handy... but so powerful!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I am putting 30 years collection of VHS movies onto 2 of these, with room to spare. So Good!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Hard drive

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    It’s working great and the price is right. I’m very satisfied with the product!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good, large external HDD

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased for use with PS5. Plugged it in and worked without issue.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Nice little HDD

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quiet, Great amount of space and love that it doesn't have a power cable seperate from USB

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Saving important docs

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    Posted .
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love it. Keep all sensitive data on it. Always go offline when I use it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Love it

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I hook this up to my Xbox series S and it’s stores a ton of games

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reliability

    Works well

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    Posted . Owned for 8 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works well as expected. Have not had any issues with it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reliability

    Great Ext USB

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I keep it connected to my computer most of the time, so far so good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reliability

    HD

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    good quality… two thumbs up ill definitely purchase for my family members

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Reliability

    Works well

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    Posted . Owned for 11 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good external drive, havent had problems with it so far. Id say it is a good purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Great

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    Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great product, i will order more of this model . I have not problem with it

    I would recommend this to a friend
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