Device encryption isn’t universal for all Windows 11 Home users. That leaves some vulnerable if their PC is ever lost or stolen.

Work Folders in Windows can be encrypted if required. This article explains Work Folders encryption, revoking encryption, and how to decrypt the folders.

In theory, Windows 11 makes device encryption available to all. In reality, it’s not so universal. Here’s how to check for it—and figure out what to do if you lack the option.

Today, Windows 11 Home encrypts data using "device encryption" and Windows 11 Pro typically uses "BitLocker." BitLocker uses the more elaborate encryption method and is more complicated to turn off.

There’s a new, more secure way to encrypt files in Windows 11, but it’s only an option for building secure applications, not a replacement for BitLocker.

Controversy is bubbling around Windows 11 24H2’s default encryption feature being a ticking time bomb that could destroy your data.

38C3: BitLocker encryption of Windows 11 bypassed without opening the PC Two years after a loophole was supposedly fixed, it can still be used to decrypt BitLocker-protected hard disks in Windows 11 ...

Check if your PC supports Device Encryption. Learn how to turn on or off Device Encryption in Windows. Device encryption helps protect your data.

Windows 11 encryption bug could cause data loss, temporary slowdowns on newer PCs Recent Windows updates can resolve the problem but not undo damage.

Microsoft is expected to enable the device encryption feature by default via the upcoming Windows 11 24H2 update.