This isn’t a BitLocker partition

Updated October 2, 2026

What it means

This partition isn't BitLocker-encrypted. Choose another partition, or open the drive in Finder if it isn't encrypted.

What to try

  1. Choose another partition in the drive list. A drive can have several partitions, and only one of them may be encrypted.
  2. If macOS can already read the partition, open it in Finder – it isn’t encrypted with BitLocker.

Still stuck?

In Unbit, open the gear menu and choose Copy Error Report, then include it when you ask for help. It contains no passwords, drive names or file paths.