Last updated at 09/06/2026 04:17:15
WD 6TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive, Works with USB-C Devices, Includes Backup Software with Password Protection - WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Wd Wdby3j0060bgy-wesn 6tb External Hdd Grey
Delivery $29.99
Wd 6tb My Passport Works With Usb-c, Portable External Hard Drive, Usb
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
originally posted on westerndigital.com
I've been using WD portable hard drives since 2005 when I bought a 60 GB drive to use for backups. Today, you can get more storage than that on an SD card, so times have changed. Every few years as my storage needs change I go out and buy the latest WD portable that fits my budget (the $75-150 range). Currently that is the My Passport Ultra. The reason I chose the Ultra over the vanilla My Passport is the USB-C port. My wife and I are both Mac users and our current laptops are USB-C only. I'm so tired of dongles and adapters to deal with USB-A connections, this just plugs right in and works. Extra points to WD for including a snap-on C-to-A adapter. I have three Ultras, a pair of 2TB drives and one 4TB drive. I cycle these through my safety deposit box, so at least ... MoreI've been using WD portable hard drives since 2005 when I bought a 60 GB drive to use for backups. Today, you can get more storage than that on an SD card, so times have changed. Every few years as my storage needs change I go out and buy the latest WD portable that fits my budget (the $75-150 range). Currently that is the My Passport Ultra. The reason I chose the Ultra over the vanilla My Passport is the USB-C port. My wife and I are both Mac users and our current laptops are USB-C only. I'm so tired of dongles and adapters to deal with USB-A connections, this just plugs right in and works. Extra points to WD for including a snap-on C-to-A adapter. I have three Ultras, a pair of 2TB drives and one 4TB drive. I cycle these through my safety deposit box, so at least one is always on the box and at least one is at home. I have never had a single WD portable drive fail on me, ever. That 60GB portable lasted over a decade before I replaced it with a 128GB model. When I got my first Ultra, since I wanted the faster USB3 transfers I gave away four old USB2 portables I bought around 2010 and all were working fine. I give WD the highest marks for reliability. I also appreciate that WD has a recycling program where they will take your old drives (any brand) for free and give you a discount coupon you can use for future WD purchases. All in all, I highly recommend this drive for anyone who doesn't need SSD speeds.
originally posted on westerndigital.com
Shame on me for not doing better research. I purchased the WD My Passport Ultra in 2022 to back up thousands of pictures I had on my mac. Transferring them to the hard drive was no problem, made sure they were there. Flash forward to June 2023 and I try to access the photos on the hard drive. My Mac didn't recognize the hard drive and I could get access to my photos. Tried several things, including asking my son in law (computer genius) for help. Still no access. Took it and my mac to Apple and they inform me that the WD hardrive is one of the most fail prone hard drives on the market. I ended up taking the hard drive to a Salvage Shop and they weren't able to access the photos, again telling me the WD Passport hard drives are very prone to failure. Now I have to ... MoreShame on me for not doing better research. I purchased the WD My Passport Ultra in 2022 to back up thousands of pictures I had on my mac. Transferring them to the hard drive was no problem, made sure they were there. Flash forward to June 2023 and I try to access the photos on the hard drive. My Mac didn't recognize the hard drive and I could get access to my photos. Tried several things, including asking my son in law (computer genius) for help. Still no access. Took it and my mac to Apple and they inform me that the WD hardrive is one of the most fail prone hard drives on the market. I ended up taking the hard drive to a Salvage Shop and they weren't able to access the photos, again telling me the WD Passport hard drives are very prone to failure. Now I have to send it out to another salvage shop and I may be looking at a $500 or more fee to recover my photos, IF THEY CAN RECOVER THEM. Hard financial lesson to learn but the biggest regret is all the photos I've lost. NEVER AGAIN!
originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
The western digital quality is going down hill.I thought the hard drive was broken as it kept disconnecting during hour large file transfers. After troubleshooting, I discovered it's the cord which is not a good fit, both on the hard drive an into the computer. It doesn't click in like it should.Luckily I have extra cords from other drives as I buy 8-10 of these hard drives annually.TBH, the quality is less than professional. I had one drive that was almost full stop working last week. Luckily I do 2 backups, so I was able to make another copy.With massive amounts of video files to archive annually, I'm at a loss but need to find a better brand as I don't feel confident in my archiving of files for long term with the WD brand.
| Digital storage capacity | 6 TB |
| Hard disk interface | USB 3.0 |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Special feature | Works with USB-C |
| Hard disk form factor | 2.5 Inches |
WD 6TB My Passport Portable External Hard Drive, Works with USB-C Devices, Includes Backup Software with Password Protection - WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
Wd Wdby3j0060bgy-wesn 6tb External Hdd Grey
Delivery $29.99
Wd 6tb My Passport Works With Usb-c, Portable External Hard Drive, Usb
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
I've been using WD portable hard drives since 2005 when I bought a 60 GB drive to use for backups. Today, you can get more storage than that on an SD card, so times have changed. Every few years as my storage needs change I go out and buy the latest WD portable that fits my budget (the $75-150 range). Currently that is the My Passport Ultra. The reason I chose the Ultra over the vanilla My Passport is the USB-C port. My wife and I are both Mac users and our current laptops are USB-C only. I'm so tired of dongles and adapters to deal with USB-A connections, this just plugs right in and works. Extra points to WD for including a snap-on C-to-A adapter. I have three Ultras, a pair of 2TB drives and one 4TB drive. I cycle these through my safety deposit box, so at least ... MoreI've been using WD portable hard drives since 2005 when I bought a 60 GB drive to use for backups. Today, you can get more storage than that on an SD card, so times have changed. Every few years as my storage needs change I go out and buy the latest WD portable that fits my budget (the $75-150 range). Currently that is the My Passport Ultra. The reason I chose the Ultra over the vanilla My Passport is the USB-C port. My wife and I are both Mac users and our current laptops are USB-C only. I'm so tired of dongles and adapters to deal with USB-A connections, this just plugs right in and works. Extra points to WD for including a snap-on C-to-A adapter. I have three Ultras, a pair of 2TB drives and one 4TB drive. I cycle these through my safety deposit box, so at least one is always on the box and at least one is at home. I have never had a single WD portable drive fail on me, ever. That 60GB portable lasted over a decade before I replaced it with a 128GB model. When I got my first Ultra, since I wanted the faster USB3 transfers I gave away four old USB2 portables I bought around 2010 and all were working fine. I give WD the highest marks for reliability. I also appreciate that WD has a recycling program where they will take your old drives (any brand) for free and give you a discount coupon you can use for future WD purchases. All in all, I highly recommend this drive for anyone who doesn't need SSD speeds.
Shame on me for not doing better research. I purchased the WD My Passport Ultra in 2022 to back up thousands of pictures I had on my mac. Transferring them to the hard drive was no problem, made sure they were there. Flash forward to June 2023 and I try to access the photos on the hard drive. My Mac didn't recognize the hard drive and I could get access to my photos. Tried several things, including asking my son in law (computer genius) for help. Still no access. Took it and my mac to Apple and they inform me that the WD hardrive is one of the most fail prone hard drives on the market. I ended up taking the hard drive to a Salvage Shop and they weren't able to access the photos, again telling me the WD Passport hard drives are very prone to failure. Now I have to ... MoreShame on me for not doing better research. I purchased the WD My Passport Ultra in 2022 to back up thousands of pictures I had on my mac. Transferring them to the hard drive was no problem, made sure they were there. Flash forward to June 2023 and I try to access the photos on the hard drive. My Mac didn't recognize the hard drive and I could get access to my photos. Tried several things, including asking my son in law (computer genius) for help. Still no access. Took it and my mac to Apple and they inform me that the WD hardrive is one of the most fail prone hard drives on the market. I ended up taking the hard drive to a Salvage Shop and they weren't able to access the photos, again telling me the WD Passport hard drives are very prone to failure. Now I have to send it out to another salvage shop and I may be looking at a $500 or more fee to recover my photos, IF THEY CAN RECOVER THEM. Hard financial lesson to learn but the biggest regret is all the photos I've lost. NEVER AGAIN!
The western digital quality is going down hill.I thought the hard drive was broken as it kept disconnecting during hour large file transfers. After troubleshooting, I discovered it's the cord which is not a good fit, both on the hard drive an into the computer. It doesn't click in like it should.Luckily I have extra cords from other drives as I buy 8-10 of these hard drives annually.TBH, the quality is less than professional. I had one drive that was almost full stop working last week. Luckily I do 2 backups, so I was able to make another copy.With massive amounts of video files to archive annually, I'm at a loss but need to find a better brand as I don't feel confident in my archiving of files for long term with the WD brand.
Their old USB-A style connectors were good, I never had any problems. These new USB-C connector drives have major problems. I work in IT and I have purchased several of them to use at work and have lost 2 due what must be serious design flaws. The failure starts with the drive sometimes not being detected. If you look at the drive, the indicator light will not be on, but you can feel the platter spinning. If you wiggle the USB-C cable then it will most of the time pick it up and it will start working. This is seriously concerning in itself. Well as you can imagine, eventually it just gets worse and worse until eventually no matter how much wiggling you try, or how many cables you swap it out for, it just stops being detected period. I do not know the root cause of ... MoreTheir old USB-A style connectors were good, I never had any problems. These new USB-C connector drives have major problems. I work in IT and I have purchased several of them to use at work and have lost 2 due what must be serious design flaws. The failure starts with the drive sometimes not being detected. If you look at the drive, the indicator light will not be on, but you can feel the platter spinning. If you wiggle the USB-C cable then it will most of the time pick it up and it will start working. This is seriously concerning in itself. Well as you can imagine, eventually it just gets worse and worse until eventually no matter how much wiggling you try, or how many cables you swap it out for, it just stops being detected period. I do not know the root cause of the issue, but it is a major, major, flaw and I will not be purchasing any more WD drives until it is completely resolved. From a professional or even personal standpoint you cannot rely upon these drives in their current state.
I always counted on WD passport drives. One of the main reasons was the ease and simplicity if their backup software. I discovered this after purchasing several new passports. I work with a lot of seniors that are not computer savvy. So maybe they are only saving a billion pictures of their pets or the grandkids, it was simple and should someone become confused I could always walk them through whatever fix was necessary. The list of backup software WD provides just doesn’t provide the simplicity needed for the non-technical individual . There really isn’t a reason to recommend passports any longer.
The WD 5TB My Passport Ultra USB 3.0 Type-C External Hard Drive for Mac offers substantial storage capacity in a sleek, portable design. Its USB 3.0 and Type-C compatibility ensures fast data transfer speeds and easy connectivity with modern Mac systems. The drive comes pre-formatted for macOS and includes WD Discovery software for easy backups and security features. However, some users might find the bundled software redundant if they already use Apple's native solutions. Overall, it's a reliable choice for those needing ample storage with convenient Mac integration.
This purchase was a big mistake by me. WD used to provide great hardware and software to help individuals safely and securely back up their home systems. No more. While the hardware may be fine, the Acronis software and installation was a nightmare on my new Windows 11 Dell computer. The software installation failed several times with Windows 11error messages about file security, etc. It was only on my 3rd attempt that the software installed even still with the OS error messages. The Acronis backup setup was VERY confusing and not user friendly at all. After some period of time I was able to actually see and understand what dir. and files were being backed up. But then while testing to make sure changed files were backed up, I found you could not even see the backup ... MoreThis purchase was a big mistake by me. WD used to provide great hardware and software to help individuals safely and securely back up their home systems. No more. While the hardware may be fine, the Acronis software and installation was a nightmare on my new Windows 11 Dell computer. The software installation failed several times with Windows 11error messages about file security, etc. It was only on my 3rd attempt that the software installed even still with the OS error messages. The Acronis backup setup was VERY confusing and not user friendly at all. After some period of time I was able to actually see and understand what dir. and files were being backed up. But then while testing to make sure changed files were backed up, I found you could not even see the backup files on the drive w/o going thru some technical hoops to be able to read the data. I was so disappointed in WD as I had previously used their drives and backup software with great success. Finally, I was so frustrated with this Acronis software and lack of user friendliness, that I chucked the whole drive in the trash and went out and purchased a Seagate 2tb drive and software that works perfectly and is very user friendly. This experience was a total waste of time and money for me.
I purchased the above drive to replace a failed Time Machine drive attached to my Mac Mini. The print on the box that the drive came in stated that the drive was formatted for Mac, which it was not. It was formatted NTFS and came with software to install on the Mac so it would write to a NTFS formatted drive. I reformatted the drive, Or I should say the Mac reformatted the drive to work with Time Machine. I have the drive connected to one of the USB ports on my 2020 Mac Mini running Mac OS Sonoma 14.1. I have been trying for 3 days for the Time Machine backup to complete, this drive is very, very slow. I would NOT recommend this drive for Time Machine backups at the moment. In the past I have always had good results with WD hard drives, the old drive was a WD ... MoreI purchased the above drive to replace a failed Time Machine drive attached to my Mac Mini. The print on the box that the drive came in stated that the drive was formatted for Mac, which it was not. It was formatted NTFS and came with software to install on the Mac so it would write to a NTFS formatted drive. I reformatted the drive, Or I should say the Mac reformatted the drive to work with Time Machine. I have the drive connected to one of the USB ports on my 2020 Mac Mini running Mac OS Sonoma 14.1. I have been trying for 3 days for the Time Machine backup to complete, this drive is very, very slow. I would NOT recommend this drive for Time Machine backups at the moment. In the past I have always had good results with WD hard drives, the old drive was a WD external drive that lasted over 10 years before it failed. All the reviews I read recommended this drive for Time Machine backups, but the box does not state it is compatible with Time Machine and it only states that the drive is Mac OS 11+ compatible. But this experience has changed my mind and I may never purchase another WD hard drive again! If this backup ever completes I will attempt to move it to a USB-C port to see if that helps any.
I have tried a couple of the WD My Passport external drives, with various storage configurations. Have had no problems installing the hardware device. But on this machine, the drive continues to drop from a ready state (i.e. the USB connection drops, then reconnects 10 to 15 seconds later). Sometimes this actually kills the backup. It does generate many requests to scan the drive for issues, each time it drops). Curiously, the problem does not occur on my Laptop, but that is not where I keep the files I need to backup. I recently tried a Samsung SSD drive, with no problems. I have exhausted all the solutions from online trouble shooting suggestions, with no success.
This wonderful Hard Drive has been my companion for the past few months. It's just a bit wider and shorter than our friendly iPhone 14 Pro, and it's a real treasure in the world of computing accessories.You see, this little hard drive might not be the fastest one on the block, but it's like a patient friend who takes its time to help you with your tasks. Transferring files is not like a rollercoaster ride, but it's more like a leisurely, yet brisk walk in the park. I've mainly used it to back up dash cam footage from my card and moved a few files from my laptop.Imagine this hard drive as a quiet hero, much like the kind people you meet every day. It's not showy or loud, but it carries a certain elegance with its sleek aluminum exterior and its magical USB-C ... MoreThis wonderful Hard Drive has been my companion for the past few months. It's just a bit wider and shorter than our friendly iPhone 14 Pro, and it's a real treasure in the world of computing accessories.You see, this little hard drive might not be the fastest one on the block, but it's like a patient friend who takes its time to help you with your tasks. Transferring files is not like a rollercoaster ride, but it's more like a leisurely, yet brisk walk in the park. I've mainly used it to back up dash cam footage from my card and moved a few files from my laptop.Imagine this hard drive as a quiet hero, much like the kind people you meet every day. It's not showy or loud, but it carries a certain elegance with its sleek aluminum exterior and its magical USB-C connection. It's not just a box for storing things; it's like a special container that holds your memories and work, keeping them safe and sound.So, dear friends, as we sum it all up, this hard drive is like a small, dependable friend who has helped me organize my digital world. It brings a touch of comfort and sophistication to our tech space. In a world full of flashy gadgets, it's a gentle reminder that even the quiet ones can make a big difference. I'm happy to have it in my life.
| Digital storage capacity | 6 TB |
| Hard disk interface | USB 3.0 |
| Connectivity technology | USB |
| Special feature | Works with USB-C |
| Hard disk form factor | 2.5 Inches |
WD 6TB My Passport Portable Hard Drive, Works with USB-C - WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN
The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage hard drive that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there’s space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection (Windows only), the My Passport portable HDD helps keep your digital life's contents safe. Slim style Slim and durable design to help make your life on-the-go effortlessly convenient. Robust construction provides you with a reliable companion for your adventures. Expansive Capacity Unlock vast storage possibilities with up to 6TB1 capacity, providing plenty of space to carry your photos, videos, music, and important documents wherever life takes you – helping to keep everything securely within your grasp. Backup that’s simple. Help protect against ransomware. Scheduling backups of your precious files made easier with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software. Also help fortify your important applications and protect your computer system against data loss caused by ransomware attacks. Help safeguard what matters most Help safeguard your files against unauthorized access at home or away. Use our included software to add an extra layer of security with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption. Designed with the Planet in Mind The enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.
The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage hard drive that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there’s space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection (Windows only), the My Passport portable HDD helps keep your digital life's contents safe. Slim style Slim and durable design to help make your life on-the-go effortlessly convenient. Robust construction provides you with a reliable companion for your adventures. Expansive Capacity Unlock vast storage possibilities with up to 6TB1 capacity, providing plenty of space to carry your photos, videos, music, and important documents wherever life takes you – helping to keep everything securely within your grasp. Backup that’s simple. Help protect against ransomware. Scheduling backups of your precious files made easier with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software. Also help fortify your important applications and protect your computer system against data loss caused by ransomware attacks. Help safeguard what matters most Help safeguard your files against unauthorized access at home or away. Use our included software to add an extra layer of security with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption. Designed with the Planet in Mind The enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.
The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage hard drive that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there’s space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection (Windows only), the My Passport portable HDD helps keep your digital life's contents safe. Slim style Slim and durable design to help make your life on-the-go effortlessly convenient. Robust construction provides you with a reliable companion for your adventures. Expansive Capacity Unlock vast storage possibilities with up to 6TB1 capacity, providing plenty of space to carry your photos, videos, music, and important documents wherever life takes you – helping to keep everything securely within your grasp. Backup that’s simple. Help protect against ransomware. Scheduling backups of your precious files made easier with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software. Also help fortify your important applications and protect your computer system against data loss caused by ransomware attacks. Help safeguard what matters most Help safeguard your files against unauthorized access at home or away. Use our included software to add an extra layer of security with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption. Designed with the Planet in Mind The enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.
The WD My Passport drive is a trusted, portable storage hard drive that gives you the confidence and freedom to drive forward in life. With a new, stylish design that fits in the palm of your hand, there’s space to store, organize, and share your photos, videos, music, and documents. Perfectly paired with backup software and password protection (Windows only), the My Passport portable HDD helps keep your digital life's contents safe. Slim style Slim and durable design to help make your life on-the-go effortlessly convenient. Robust construction provides you with a reliable companion for your adventures. Expansive Capacity Unlock vast storage possibilities with up to 6TB1 capacity, providing plenty of space to carry your photos, videos, music, and important documents wherever life takes you – helping to keep everything securely within your grasp. Backup that’s simple. Help protect against ransomware. Scheduling backups of your precious files made easier with the included Acronis True Image for Western Digital software. Also help fortify your important applications and protect your computer system against data loss caused by ransomware attacks. Help safeguard what matters most Help safeguard your files against unauthorized access at home or away. Use our included software to add an extra layer of security with password protection and built-in 256-bit AES encryption. Designed with the Planet in Mind The enclosure of this drive is composed of more than 50% post-consumer recycled plastic. Packaging is made of over 50% post-consumer recycled pulp and is fully recyclable.
in 3 offers
The lowest price for WD 6TB My Passport Portable Hard Drive, Works with USB-C - WDBY3J0060BGY-WESN right now is $387.56 at Amazon.com.au, compared across 3 retailers.
The all-time low was $165.66 on 13 Feb 2026 — today's price is 134% above the lowest ever. It has been notably cheaper before — worth setting a price alert.
Prices last updated 9 June 2026.
