If you're running Windows, you've probably run into the BitLocker Recovery screen at some point. Here's everything you need to know about the Microsoft program.

Input the BitLocker recovery key. Wait until the unlock period expires, and then enter the correct PIN. Reinstall the operating system, and then reset the TPM chip.

All BitLocker keys associated with your account are stored there, and you can access them by logging in to the recovery site. Step 1: Navigate to the Microsoft Bitlocker recovery page .

To Specify Minimum Length for BitLocker Startup PIN Select the radio button for Enabled , enter a number between 4 to 20 in Minimum characters field for what you want, click OK .

How to find your saved BitLocker recovery key online When you sign in to Windows on a new PC using a Microsoft account, Windows uses the built-in device encryption option and automatically saves ...

MBAM 1.0 included a Recovery Portal that the help desk could use for PIN resets, and BitLocker recovery issues, but it still required that the user call the help desk for assistance.

Microsoft has added new BitLocker encryption guides on its official website. These are meant to explain to users what BitLocker does and how to recover and/or back up the necessary BitLocker keys.

How to get BitLocker recovery key for Windows. Microsoft says your computer should return to its normal startup practices after you enter the BitLocker recovery key on the screen you're stuck on.

Last month's BitLocker Recovery bug should be a wake-up call for everyone who owns a Windows PC. Make sure you have a copy of your recovery key so you can avoid being locked out of your data files.

Microsoft has released out-of-band updates to fix a known issue causing Windows 10 systems to boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates.