Windows 10: How to access Bitlocker encrypted files after Win11 system resest?

Hi,Previously, I encrypted a folder by right-clicking -> General ->Advanced -> Encrypt contentsLater, I moved this folder to an external SSD, and reset my computer. I was not aware that I needed to back up the certificate, and I didn't. Now my access to the files in the folder is denied. I've tried searching for solutions but without success.Is there any way to regain access to these files? I have the Bitlocker key ID, certificate thumbprint, and Bitlocker recovery key.Thanks!

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Access a Bitlocker encrypted system drive as external drive

I am getting rid of a desktop with a bitlocker encrypted C drive. I want to physically remove that drive and have access to it from another pc via external usb dock or enclosire

Bitlocker question: Do I need to decrypt it first ? I was thinking with the key or the password I could access it no problem and decryption was not necessary but then I remembered TPM might prevent this since it was a system drive. Would that prevent access even with the BL key or password?

General file access question: Normally when accessing files from a drive removed from another pc, I normally have to use "Take Ownership" or run a 3rd party file explorer as admin such as Q-Dir. Are there any steps to take prior to removing it from the original pc to make this process / file access easier?

Original PC is running Win 10 Ed , new PC running Win 10 Pro

 

Accessing the files while encrypting a drive using Bitlocker

Hi
L N Ramawat,

I have some files encrypted using third party software on my bitlocker protected drive. Once you unlock your bitlocker drive then files encrypted with other software will stay encrypted. That is my experience. But you have to unlock your bitlocker drive
first otherwise any software that needs access to files on the bitlocker protected drive will not be able to gain access.

 

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.