A recovery key is a unique code used to regain access to your account or encrypted data if you forget your password or if there’s an issue with your devices. It’s essentially a backup method to ensure you can still access your information even if you encounter problems with your usual login method.
For example, with Apple ID, a recovery key is a 28-character code that you can use along with a trusted phone number and an Apple device to reset your password and regain access to your account. Similarly, BitLocker uses a 48-digit recovery key to unlock an encrypted drive if it can’t be accessed automatically.
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