How to Turn Off Automatic Encryption on a Mac

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Click on the Apple menu.

   It's the black, apple-shaped icon in the upper-left of your screen.
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   Step 2: Click on System Preferences.

   , It's at the top of the preferences window.
   
   If you don't see all of the System Preferences icons, click on ⋮⋮⋮⋮ in the top bar of the dialog box. , It's near the top of the dialog box. , It's in the lower-left of the dialog box. , Only an administrator can make changes to your Mac's encryption settings. ,, Once your computer restarts, automatic encryption will be off on your Mac.
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   Step 3: Click on Security & Privacy.

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   Step 4: Click on FileVault.

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   Step 5: Click on the Padlock icon.

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   Step 6: Enter admin credentials.

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   Step 7: Click on Turn Off FileVault.

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   Step 8: Click on Restart & Turn Off Encryption.

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