Microsoft confirmed an issue that could trigger BitLocker Recovery on Windows 11 25H2, 24H2 and even Windows 10.

If you don't have your BitLocker recovery key backed up, you will lose all your files if you run into this issue.

Encryption can protect your data from crooks, but if you don't have a recovery key stored securely, it can also keep you out ...

Your BitLocker key is stored in your Microsoft Account. Get it now. Even if you’re not an enterprise user and so not at risk ...

The October 2025 security update for Windows 11 25H2, Windows 11 24H2, and Windows 10 22H2 has reportedly forced some users into the BitLocker recovery screen ...

If your PC suddenly booted into BitLocker recovery mode after the latest Windows update, you’re not alone. Microsoft has confirmed that the October 2025 cumulative update is causing this problem on ...

If you back up both your data and your encryption key, your files should remain safely accessible to you (and only you). Open the Control panel in either Windows Home or Pro. Click on or search for ...

Microsoft has confirmed that Windows 11 25H2, 24H2, and Windows 10 22H2 users are affected by a BitLocker Recovery bug that ...

The October Patch Day security updates for Windows can cause Bitlocker recovery to start. The Windows security updates that ...

Due to storage considerations, Windows doesn't enable System Protection by default. That means you'll need to turn it on ...

Microsoft has warned that some systems may boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the October 2025 Windows security ...

Some Intel-based Windows devices boot into BitLocker recovery after October updates. Microsoft confirms the issue and offers ...