On top of that, Microsoft's BitLocker automatically uses drives' built-in encryption (if available) on Windows 10.

In such cases, you see the “Windows cannot be installed on this hard disk space. BitLocker Drive Encryption is enabled on the selected partition.

Microsoft has confirmed that some Windows 10 and Windows 10 Enterprise LTSC 2021 systems will boot into BitLocker recovery after installing the May 2025 security updates.

Essential security for your Windows PC's files. Here's everything you need to know to get started and thrive.