manage-bde
CautionManage BitLocker
manage-bde -status
Shows encryption status; -unlock with -rp uses the 48-digit recovery key. Know where keys live.
Examples
manage-bde -status C:Check encryption statusmanage-bde -unlock D: -rp 123456-...Unlock with recovery key
Syntax
manage-bde [-status] [-unlock drive -rp KEY]
Before you run it
Follow policy before suspending protection.
Related commands
- cipherEFS & free-space wipe
- Get-MgUserInspect Entra users
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