Windows 10: How can I un-encrypt or get access to these files?

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  1. RYAN LAVER
    Ryan Laver Win User

    How can I un-encrypt or get access to these files?


    Hi there,After recently downgrading from W11 to W10, I placed all of my data onto both a hard drive and SSD identical copies so I could transfer it back when I had completed the downgrade. I successfully transferred about 9 tenths of the files with no issues, however, there are some folders/files I cannot copy.These folders and files are encrypted - and here is the list of problems:-I cannot decrypt them error applying attributes to file/folders-I cannot copy ,rename, or make any changes to the files/folders "you need permission from everyone to make changes to this file" errorBeing an a

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    Ryan Laver, Dec 10, 2023
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  2. TROYRAE360
    troyrae360 Win User

    Windows XP file encryption

    LOL thanks, I think its standard windows XP file encryption
     
    troyrae360, Dec 10, 2023
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  3. ROMANRENCKI
    RomanRencki Win User
    Accessing encrypted files

    I have files on my backup hard drive which I cannot access - they have little padlock symbols on them.

    After trying many different things, I get two messages:

    1. There is a problem decrypting the files - access denied (or words to that effect)

    2. "You need administrator permission to access this file" I am listed as the administrator on this computer.

    I did not knowingly encrypt these files, just backed them up on the HD.

    When I go through "properties" the permissions I see against my name have grey ticks, rather than black ones.

    This suggests they are not actually effective/available.

    Please help!!
     
    RomanRencki, Dec 10, 2023
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  4. TENFORO
    Tenforo Active Member

    How can I un-encrypt or get access to these files?

    File Encryption

    Yes,

    That is indeed the way to do it. Please observe the following:

    • Turning off the encryption setting does not remove encryption
    • Hard resetting your device destroys the only copy of the encryption key, and thus your access to these precious pictures.
    I would suggest copying them reguraly, or you can automate this using Microsoft's MyPhone service (free).

    Jaap

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    Tenforo, Dec 10, 2023
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