Unlock-BitLocker -MountPoint "C:" -RecoveryKeyPath "E:\BitLockerRecoveryKey.bek" For removable or data drives, disable auto-unlock before decryption:
Disable-BitLockerAutoUnlock -MountPoint "D:" The primary command is Disable-BitLocker . It suspends protection and fully decrypts the drive. powershell bitlocker decrypt
Disable-BitLocker -MountPoint "C:" -Force The -Force parameter suppresses warnings but does not bypass administrative rights. After starting decryption, track progress via: after boot or removal)
Get-BitLockerVolume Look for MountPoint (e.g., C:) and ProtectionStatus (On/Off). If the drive is locked (e.g., after boot or removal), you must unlock it first. Otherwise, decryption will fail. you must unlock it first. Otherwise
Disable-BitLocker -MountPoint "C:"
Unlock-BitLocker -MountPoint "C:" -RecoveryPassword "123456-789012-345678-901234-567890-123456-789012-345678"