BitLocker Could Not Be Enabled: 5 Ways to Fix This Error

Try reinstalling your TPM drivers to resolve compatibility issues

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Updated onMay 16, 2024

updated onMay 16, 2024

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BitLocker is a Microsoft encryption utility which encrypts a hard disk drive’s data. Recently, users have complained that they are getting an error message that readsBitLocker could not be enabled the data drive specified is not set to automatically unlock.

It is enabled by default on computers that are running newer versions of Windows, but you caninstall Windows without BitLocker. If you’ve come across this error, let’s look at why it occurs and how to fix it.

Why is my BitLocker not working?

If you’re having trouble enabling BitLocker on your Windows device, below are some possible reasons:

How can I fix the BitLocker could not be enabled error?

Before you try any of the below troubleshooting options, check off the following:

1. Enable the BitLocker services

2. Reinstall TPM drivers

This method will only work if your PC already meets the system requirements for running Windows 11. TPM 2.0 is one of the prerequisites so if the drivers are outdated, reinstalling them might solve the issue of unsupported TPM.

3. Update BIOS

4. Disable TPM temporarily

Remember that you can alsoenable BitLocker without TPMespecially if you’re operating an older system that doesn’t meet modern PC system requirements. This can also help avoidissues preventing you from encrypting a folder.

5. Convert your partition style

When you do the conversion, any data on that drive will disappear, so ensure that youback up all your filesbefore performing this step.

Also, if you’re successful and can now enable BitLocker,BitLocker may fail to encrypt your hard drive.If you are in such a situation, feel free to check out our expert article on how to get encryption working again.

Aside from the BitLocker not being enabled, you may also come across theBitLocker prompt screen error,but worry not, as our detailed article has steps to fix this issue.

That’s all we had for this article, but be sure to leave us a comment below with any additional thoughts you may have on this issue.

BitLocker Could Not Be Enabled: 5 Ways to Fix This Error#

How can I fix the BitLocker could not be enabled error?#

1. Enable the BitLocker services#

2. Reinstall TPM drivers#

3. Update BIOS#

4. Disable TPM temporarily#

5. Convert your partition style#