Windows 10: bitlocker key is not working after windows downgrading to lower version

Discus and support bitlocker key is not working after windows downgrading to lower version in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; i have downgraded windows 10 pro 1909 to older window 10 pro 2015...but BitLocker key is not working now...how can i unlock BitLocker ? pls help... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by NielSoni, Apr 20, 2020.

  1. NielSoni Win User

    bitlocker key is not working after windows downgrading to lower version


    i have downgraded windows 10 pro 1909 to older window 10 pro 2015...but BitLocker key is not working now...how can i unlock BitLocker ? pls help me...thank you

    :)
     
    NielSoni, Apr 20, 2020
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  2. Xylee Del Win User
    Xylee Del, Apr 20, 2020
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  3. Ernie San Win User
    Bitlocker

    Hello Nandana,

    To enable BitLocker on your computer, you follow the steps below:

    • Sign in to your Windows account with an administrator access.
    • Press the Windows key.
    • Type and enter BitLocker.
    • Click Turn on BitLocker.
    • If the system is asking to sing in to administrator access, please do so.
    For additional information about BitLocker, we suggest that you check the frequently ask question on this
    link. The link provided applies to Windows 8.1 to higher version.

    If you have other concerns, don't hesitate to reach us.
     
    Ernie San, Apr 20, 2020
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  4. bitlocker key is not working after windows downgrading to lower version

    bitlocker recovery key

    Hi Singh,

    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    In order to get clarity on this issue and assist you with appropriate troubleshooting steps, please reply with the answers to the questions below.

    1. Are you not able login to your computer due to BitLocker Recovery Key?
    2. Did you ever setup BitLocker Recovery Key on your computer?
    3. Are you not able to login to your Microsoft Account to find the BitLocker Recovery Key?
    4. Are you using Windows 10 Home or Windows 10 Professional?

    Meanwhile, try finding BitLocker Recovery Key if you have ever setup BitLocker Recovery Key for your computer.

    Please elaborate on the issue, so that we can understand the concern and get back to us to help you further.
     
    Shafeeq_Khan, Apr 20, 2020
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