FileCrypt - Windows 10 Service
Windows sandboxing and encryption filter.
This service exists in Windows 10 only.
Startup Type
| Windows 10 version | Home | Pro | Education | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1507 | System | System | System | System |
| 1511 | System | System | System | System |
| 1607 | System | System | System | System |
| 1703 | System | System | System | System |
| 1709 | System | System | System | System |
| 1803 | System | System | System | System |
| 1809 | System | System | System | System |
| 1903 | System | System | System | System |
| 1909 | System | System | System | System |
| 2004 | System | System | System | System |
| 20H2 | System | System | System | System |
| 21H1 | System | System | System | System |
| 21H2 | System | System | System | System |
| 22H2 | System | System | System | System |
Default Properties
| Display name: | FileCrypt |
| Service name: | FileCrypt |
| Type: | filesys |
| Path: | %WinDir%\system32\drivers\filecrypt.sys |
| Error control: | critical |
| Group: | FSFilter Encryption |
Default Behavior
The FileCrypt service is a file system driver. If FileCrypt fails to load or initialize, the error is logged and the computer attempts to restart, using the Last Known Good configuration. If the Last Known Good configuration fails, Windows 10 startup also fails, and the boot process halts with a Stop error. If you disable this service, Windows 10 will fail to start. Do NOT change this service startup configuration if your computer is working.
Dependencies
FileCrypt is unable to start, if the FltMgr service is stopped or disabled.
Restore Default Startup Type of FileCrypt
Automated Restore
1. Select your Windows 10 edition and release, and then click on the Download button below.
2. Save the RestoreFileCryptWindows10.bat file to any folder on your hard drive.
3. Right-click the downloaded batch file and select Run as administrator.
4. Restart the computer to save changes.
Note. Make sure that the filecrypt.sys file exists in the %WinDir%\system32\drivers folder. If this file is missing you can try to restore it from your Windows 10 installation media.