BitLocker turns every partition edit into a key-management task
Encryption hygiene
If you cannot locate recovery keys, stop. Partition tools should not be a bypass for forgotten secrets.
Suspending protection is often faster than full decrypt for one-off maintenance—follow org policy if the machine is managed.
Document protector types: TPM, PIN, USB, recovery password. Losing the stack loses the data.
Some clones require decrypted targets or vendor-specific sector handling—read warnings in your tool carefully.
Re-enabling protection after layout changes should include a full verification reboot.
Dual-boot scenarios complicate key delivery; plan who owns the TPM dictionary before edits.
Never share recovery keys in chat logs or screenshots with serial numbers visible.