You can disable BitLocker encryption in Windows 11 by following these steps:
1. Open BitLocker Drive Encryption
- Go to Start and search for "BitLocker Drive Encryption."
- Click on the "Manage BitLocker" option.
2. Select the Encrypted Drive
- You'll see a list of all your encrypted drives.
- Click on the drive you want to decrypt to open its settings.
3. Suspend BitLocker Protection
- Click on "Suspend Protection."
- Confirm your choice by clicking "Suspend Protection" again.
4. Enter Your Recovery Key
- If you have a recovery key, you'll need to enter it to proceed. This is a critical step, as you won't be able to access your data without it if you lose your password.
- If you don't have a recovery key, you can try to recover it from your Microsoft account or use a recovery key storage location you've chosen previously.
5. Wait for Decryption
- The decryption process can take some time, depending on the size of your drive and the speed of your computer.
Note: Once BitLocker is suspended, your data will be unencrypted and vulnerable to unauthorized access. It's essential to ensure the drive is secure or to re-enable BitLocker protection once you've finished using the drive without encryption.
