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ArusikO
Iron Contributor
Oct 30, 2025

Is it worth purchasing the BitLocker feature for Windows 11 Pro?

For local/personal user,

is buying pro worth it or no?

I dont need any of those domain features but bit locker to encrypt my drive. I am living in shiithole and want to make sure my data and privacy stay safe.

Currently using home,, but I dont know if encryption worths of 200 bucks..

or is there alternative?

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  • MontanaGrizzly's avatar
    MontanaGrizzly
    Iron Contributor
    Oct 31, 2025

    For a personal user concerned about data privacy and security, especially if you're living in an environment where you want to protect your data from unauthorized access, investing in Windows 11 Pro (or Windows 10 Pro) can be worth it — but it depends on your specific needs.

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