Windows 10: Encrypt

Discus and support Encrypt in AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security to solve the problem; hi. a folder is encrypted by me. after that, I formatted the computer. now I can't reach the files inside of the folder. what should I do? please help... Discussion in 'AntiVirus, Firewalls and System Security' started by Murad Yusifov, Nov 17, 2018.

  1. MURAD YUSIFOV
    Murad Yusifov Win User

    Encrypt


    hi. a folder is encrypted by me. after that, I formatted the computer. now I can't reach the files inside of the folder. what should I do? please help me

    :)
     
    Murad Yusifov, Nov 17, 2018
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  2. YASHWANTH KOTAKURI
    Yashwanth Kotakuri Win User

    Device Encryption not avaiable

    Hello Fraczek,

    Thank you for contacting Microsoft Community.

    We understand your concern in this regard.

    • Are you referring to BitLocker Drive Encryption?
    • What preventing you from doing this?
    • Did you get any error message or code while doing this?

    Before you come up with the above information, suggest you to refer the article

    Help protect your files using BitLocker Drive Encryption     and see if it help you.

    Do refer the article
    Windows BitLocker Drive Encryption Step-by-Step Guide     and check if it help you with the required information.

    Keep us posted if you require further assistance.
     
    Yashwanth Kotakuri, Nov 17, 2018
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  3. GERALD MAL
    Gerald Mal Win User
    Encryption

    Hello Miriam,

    For us to be able to isolate your concern why your devices page says it is not encrypted when you've turn on encryption, kindly answer these questions:

    • Does this happen before you encrypt the device?
    • Which Windows version currently running on your device?
    • What troubleshooting steps have you tried so far?

    We will be waiting for update.
     
    Gerald Mal, Nov 17, 2018
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  4. DEVLIN SCO
    Devlin Sco Win User

    Encrypt

    Encrypting a folder

    Hello Bill,

    To encrypt a folder in Windows 10 Home, follow these steps:

    • Right-click the folder you want to encrypt and click Properties.
    • On the General tab, click Advanced.
    • Under Compress or Encrypt attributes, click Encrypt contents to secure data.
    • Click OK then Apply to save the changes.

    We're just here if you need further help.
     
    Devlin Sco, Nov 17, 2018
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