Windows 10: How to disable BitLocker?

Discus and support How to disable BitLocker? in Windows 10 Software and Apps to solve the problem; I recently modded a game I had downloaded from Steam. I'm not sure if that's what triggered it, but it might be relevant? Anyways, every time I turn my... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Software and Apps' started by Keona_05, Jan 2, 2025.

  1. Keona_05 Win User

    How to disable BitLocker?


    I recently modded a game I had downloaded from Steam. I'm not sure if that's what triggered it, but it might be relevant? Anyways, every time I turn my computer on, it makes me re-enter the 48-digit BitLocker code and it can get really repetitive and frustrating after a while. It always says there's an issue and "my pin can't be used" when I get to the log-in screen. That usually sorts itself out before I have to reset my pin, though. I'm just curious: how can I disable BitLocker so I don't have to input the code every time? I've followed the steps Control Panel > System and Security > D

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    Keona_05, Jan 2, 2025
    #1

  2. How to disable Bitlocker?

    Hi,

    Thank you for posting your query on Microsoft Community.

    To disable BitLocker I would suggest you try the following steps and see if it helps.

    1. Press Windows key + X and click on
    Control Panel.

    2. Change View by from Category
    to Large Icons/Small Icons.

    3. Click on BitLocker Drive Encryption and click on
    Turn BitLocker Off.

    4. Follow on screen instructions. Click on
    Decrypt the Drive
    when the message appears.

    I would suggest you click on the link below and refer the following article.

    Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

    Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

    (You can refer the steps in the above link as they are applicable for Windows 10 as well)

    Hope this helps. Please respond if you have further related queries.

    Regards,
     
    Jesinta Rozario, Jan 2, 2025
    #2
  3. BitLocker Encrypted Hard Drive to MAC

    Hi,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community. I regret the inconvenience caused to you. Let me help you.



    I suggest you to perform below mentioned steps to disable BitLocker.

    To disable BitLocker I would suggest you try the following steps and see if it helps.


    • Press Windows key + X and click on
      Control Panel.

    • Change View by from Category
      to Large Icons/Small Icons.

    • Click on BitLocker Drive Encryption and click on
      Turn BitLocker Off.

    • Follow on screen instructions. Click on Decrypt the Drive
      when the message appears.
    I would suggest you click on the link below and refer the following article.

    Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

    Scenario 12: Turning Off BitLocker Drive Encryption (Windows 7)

    (You can refer the steps in the above link as they are applicable for Windows 10 as well)



    Check if it helps.



    I hope the information helps. Please keep us posted on the issue. We will be happy to assist you accordingly.

    Thank you.
     
    Aswin_Anand, Jan 2, 2025
    #3
  4. Amit_Sun Win User

    How to disable BitLocker?

    Change in folder size after enabling Bitlocker

    Hi,



    Thank you for writing to Microsoft Community Forums.

    We understand you concern related to the size of the folder displayed. Try these steps to narrow down the issue:

    1. Disable bitlocker
      and then check the folder size.
    2. We would also suggest you to open the folder and select all files and see the size of the contents.

    Let us know if the size of the contents matches the folder size. If you see a difference, then the folder might be showing incorrect size.

    Kindly reply us with the requested information to assist you better.



    Awaiting for your response.



    Amit Sunar

    Microsoft Community – Moderator
     
    Amit_Sun, Jan 2, 2025
    #4
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