Windows 10: Help Decrypting EFS encrypted files without the backup certificate/private key

Discus and support Help Decrypting EFS encrypted files without the backup certificate/private key in Windows 10 Network and Sharing to solve the problem; I had a windows 7 laptop in which I had stored all the photographs EFS encrypted, without really knowing how it helps or otherwise. I stored these... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Network and Sharing' started by Sameerg66, Feb 22, 2019.

  1. Sameerg66 Win User

    Help Decrypting EFS encrypted files without the backup certificate/private key


    I had a windows 7 laptop in which I had stored all the photographs EFS encrypted, without really knowing how it helps or otherwise. I stored these important files in an external hard disk. Subsequently, the laptop stopped working and I have trashed it and bought a new laptop which is Windows 10. When I connect my new laptop to external hard drive, I am unable to see these encrypted files. I just see locked signs on those file folders. Can I retrieve these files.

    :)
     
    Sameerg66, Feb 22, 2019
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  2. desk77 Win User

    Backup the EFS encryption key file


    My IT support staff told me that it doesn't depend on them. So why did those message start to appear?
    Anyway, do you think I should make a copy of certificates on a external storage or try to decrypt all files?
     
    desk77, Feb 22, 2019
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  3. PolarNettles, Feb 22, 2019
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  4. Help Decrypting EFS encrypted files without the backup certificate/private key

    Windows 10 Encryption/Decryption of Folders/Files 'Certificate'

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting in Microsoft Community.

    To understand the issue better, I suggest you to answer the below question.

    • Were you able to Encrypt the data?
    • Did you get any error message?
    • What exact issue are you facing with Encryption and Decryption?
    Note: The first time you encrypt a folder or file, an encryption certificate is automatically created. You should back up your encryption certificate.
    If your certificate and key are lost or damaged and you don't have a backup,
    you won't be able to use the files that you have encrypted.

    Keep us posted to help you better.
     
    Sachin Venkatesh, Feb 22, 2019
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