Quick Answer: Is Bitlocker Free with Windows 10?
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Windows 10 Home doesn’t include BitLocker, but you can still protect your files using “device encryption.” Similar to BitLocker, device encryption is a feature designed to protect your data from unauthorized access in the unexpected case that your laptop is lost or stolen.

How much does BitLocker cost?

To this day their full disk encryption feature (which they call BitLocker) is only available with the “Pro” editions of Windows, which cost $100 more than the Home editions and include a bunch of extra business features that are completely useless to a home user.
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Why Does Microsoft Charge $100 For BitLocker?

Platform Price On by Default?
Windows $100 No

Can I turn on BitLocker on Windows 10 home?

In Control Panel, select System and Security, and then under BitLocker Drive Encryption, select Manage BitLocker. Note: You’ll only see this option if BitLocker is available for your device. It isn’t available on Windows 10 Home edition. Select Turn on BitLocker and then follow the instructions.

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