BitLocker automatically activates when the vanilla (gold) image of Windows 10 version 1803 (April 2018 Update) operating system image is installed on the drive.

Is BitLocker enabled by default Windows 10?

BitLocker Encryption is enabled, by default, on computers that support Modern Standby. This is true regardless of the Windows 10 version (Home, Pro, etc.) is installed. … If you cannot access the key when needed, you will lose access to all data on encrypted drives.

Is BitLocker automatically enabled?

BitLocker Encryption is enabled, by default, on computers that support Modern Standby. This is true regardless of the Windows 10 version (Home, Pro, etc.) is installed. It is vital that you back up your BitLocker recovery key, and that you know how to retrieve it. Do not rely on keeping the key solely on the computer.