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JoshuaCM
Aug 28, 2025Copper Contributor
Is it possible to disable Bitlocker in Windows 11 startup?
Hello, I am looking to install a BIOS update. A while back, I was trying to enter safe mode, and I don't recall if I was able to or not. However, I recall that I was required to use a Bitlocker key t...
Stellop
Aug 30, 2025Iron Contributor
Go to Settings > Privacy & security > Device encryption (or Settings > System > About and look for "Device encryption" settings).
Alternatively, open the Control Panel, go to System and Security > BitLocker Drive Encryption.
You will see your operating system drive (C:). Click "Turn off BitLocker".
A confirmation dialog will appear. Click "Decrypt drive".
The decryption process will begin in the background. You can continue to use your computer while it decrypts. You can check the progress in the same BitLocker menu.