When it comes to deleting data on a traditional Hard Disk Drive (HDD), a simple "format" often isn't enough. With NVMe Solid State Drives (SSDs), the situation is even more complex. Due to the way SSDs manage data, simply dragging files to the trash or formatting the drive can leave recoverable traces behind.
sudo nvme format /dev/nvme0n1 --ses=1 --lbaf=0 nvme secure erase
For 99% of users, sudo nvme format /dev/nvme0n1 --ses=1 is the correct command. Always double-check you have the right drive letter. When it comes to deleting data on a