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Andrew Trisno
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I dont know what happened but my laptop suddenly is showing bitlocker recovery. And i have never been given the recovery key. I am using windows 11. I am unable to do recovery
Windows for home | Windows 11 | Licensing and activation
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John DeV 152.9K Reputation points Independent Advisor2025-12-10T12:28:43.6833333+00:00 Hi, good day!
Please check the support article in the link below on How to find your BitLocker recovery key in Windows.
I apologize, but there isn't another way to get around BitLocker if you can't find the right recovery key or keep running into the same problem. In this situation, a Clean Installation of Windows via USB flash drive would be required. Please be aware that the BitLocker encryption will be deactivated during this operation, and your data will be lost.
You will need to find another working Windows computer from a family member or friend near you to create the Windows 11 USB Installation media.
Find another working computer then download the Media Creation tool (Click Download tool now). Use the tool to "Create installation media (USB flash drive at least 8GB in size) to install Windows 11". Instructions inside the link.
Note: Please make sure to uncheck the "Use the recommended options for this PC" box. Please check the link below for more details.
Insert the USB Installation media into your computer. Please change the boot order in the Bios Settings. Boot your PC from the Installation Media you created.
Kindly refer to the link below on How to Perform a Clean Install for more details.
I look forward to receiving your update and I'm willing to collaborate with you till we resolve the issue. Do keep me informed by clicking "Add comment" below.