Where can I see the recovery key made automatically

macOS Sonoma.

Turned on FileVault and choose A recovery key will be made automatically.

Where can I see the recovery key ? Need to print it .

Thanks.



iMac 21.5″, macOS 14.1

Posted on Nov 11, 2023 1:45 AM

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Posted on Nov 11, 2023 3:33 AM



The recovery key for your FileVault-enabled Mac is not automatically stored or displayed on the device. Instead, you are prompted to write it down or store it in a secure location during the initial FileVault setup process. If you did not save the recovery key during setup, you will need to recreate it. This might help:


  1. Open System Settings: Click on the Apple logo () in the top left corner of your screen and select "System Settings" from the dropdown menu.
  2. Navigate to Sign-in & Security: In the System Settings window, click on your name in the sidebar, then select "Sign-in & Security."
  3. Access Account Recovery: In the Sign-in & Security section, click on "Account Recovery."
  4. Manage Recovery Key: Next to "Recovery Key," click on "Manage."
  5. Enter Apple ID Password: When prompted, enter your Apple ID password.
  6. Choose Use Recovery Key: Click on "Turn On" and then select "Use Recovery Key."
  7. Enter Mac Password: Enter the password for your Mac.
  8. Obtain and Save Recovery Key: A new recovery key will be displayed. Write down this key or store it in a secure location. Click on "Continue" to confirm.


Once you have saved the recovery key, you can print it for future reference. Please note that this key is crucial for regaining access to your encrypted Mac in case you forget your password. Keep it safe and accessible.

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Nov 11, 2023 3:33 AM in response to rony-z



The recovery key for your FileVault-enabled Mac is not automatically stored or displayed on the device. Instead, you are prompted to write it down or store it in a secure location during the initial FileVault setup process. If you did not save the recovery key during setup, you will need to recreate it. This might help:


  1. Open System Settings: Click on the Apple logo () in the top left corner of your screen and select "System Settings" from the dropdown menu.
  2. Navigate to Sign-in & Security: In the System Settings window, click on your name in the sidebar, then select "Sign-in & Security."
  3. Access Account Recovery: In the Sign-in & Security section, click on "Account Recovery."
  4. Manage Recovery Key: Next to "Recovery Key," click on "Manage."
  5. Enter Apple ID Password: When prompted, enter your Apple ID password.
  6. Choose Use Recovery Key: Click on "Turn On" and then select "Use Recovery Key."
  7. Enter Mac Password: Enter the password for your Mac.
  8. Obtain and Save Recovery Key: A new recovery key will be displayed. Write down this key or store it in a secure location. Click on "Continue" to confirm.


Once you have saved the recovery key, you can print it for future reference. Please note that this key is crucial for regaining access to your encrypted Mac in case you forget your password. Keep it safe and accessible.

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