| Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | | BitLocker Recovery Password Viewer (built into ADUC) | | Required | Active Directory + BitLocker recovery key backup enabled | | Shows | 48-digit recovery password, recovery ID, backup timestamp | | Can’t do | Recover user’s PIN/password, work on non-domain PCs | | Alternatives | Microsoft account recovery page (for consumer devices) |
While the BitLocker Recovery Password Viewer is an excellent tool, there are some alternative solutions available: bitlocker recovery password viewer
If you have the Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) installed, or if you are on a Domain Controller, here is the standard workflow: | Feature | Details | |---------|---------| | |