personal data encryption

Personal Data Encryption (PDE) is a security feature in Windows 11 that protects files at the user level, making them inaccessible when you sign out, even if another user logs into the same PC. Introduced with Windows 11 version 22H2, PDE provides file-based encryption that works alongside BitLocker for enhanced protection on shared or work laptops. Recent updates allow configuring Windows Hello credentials to encrypt or decrypt files in known folders. This tag covers discussions on setting up PDE, its benefits for sensitive documents and personal files, and how it integrates with Windows security features.