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title: Bitlocker Policy CSP
description: Learn more about the Bitlocker Area in Policy CSP.
ms.date: 01/18/2024
---

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# Policy CSP - Bitlocker

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> [!NOTE]
> To manage encryption of PCs and devices, use [BitLocker CSP](./bitlocker-csp.md).
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## EncryptionMethod

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| Scope | Editions | Applicable OS |
|:--|:--|:--|
| ✅ Device <br> ❌ User | ✅ Pro <br> ✅ Enterprise <br> ✅ Education <br> ✅ Windows SE <br> ✅ IoT Enterprise / IoT Enterprise LTSC | ✅ Windows 10, version 1607 [10.0.14393] and later |
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```Device
./Device/Vendor/MSFT/Policy/Config/Bitlocker/EncryptionMethod
```
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This policy specifies the BitLocker Drive Encryption method and cipher strength.
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The following list shows the supported values:

- 3 - AES-CBC 128-bit
- 4 - AES-CBC 256-bit
- 6 - XTS-AES 128-bit
- 7 - XTS-AES 256-bit
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**Description framework properties**:

| Property name | Property value |
|:--|:--|
| Format | `int` |
| Access Type | Add, Delete, Get, Replace |
| Allowed Values | Range: `[0-4294967295]` |
| Default Value  | 6 |
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## Related articles

[Policy configuration service provider](policy-configuration-service-provider.md)