BitLocker locked me out of my PC after a system update, but the recovery key saved me. I found it on my Microsoft account under the device’s details and used it to unlock each encrypted drive. It’s a ...
Handing over BitLocker keys has to be the final straw.
October 2025 updates (KB5066835/KB5066791) can force some PCs into BitLocker recovery. Issue hits Intel Modern Standby PCs more; a 48-digit BitLocker recovery key may be required to unlock the drive.
1. Type bitlocker in Start search and from search results, pick Manage BitLocker entry. 2. In the BitLocker Drive Encryption window, look for the drive whose recovery key you’re required at the moment ...
Microsoft may give your encryption key to law enforcement upon valid request - here's how to keep it safe ...
Partners' new XPS arrived today and I'm about to set it up for her but don't really know anything about FDE in Windows beyond the native is called BitLocker; so I'm looking for advice but don't really ...