For some reason I can't sign in to turn off FileVault on my M4 Mac mini It says my Apple ID is wrong -which it isn't. It automatically set a pin which I don't know. It says turning it off will delete my data. Any way to tell which data? All data on the computer? Doesn't look like there is any workaround.
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Original Title: FileVault sign in issue
Mac mini, macOS 15.5
pam in mo wrote:
For some reason I can't sign in to turn off FileVault on my M4 Mac mini It says my Apple ID is wrong -which it isn't. It automatically set a pin which I don't know. It says turning it off will delete my data. Any way to tell which data? All data on the computer? Doesn't look like there is any workaround.
macOS utilizes the macOS admin user account password for unlocking Filevault.
if you encrypted your Mac’s boot disk with FileVault 2 —this prevents you from using your Apple ID to reset your password
(since the password is used in FileVault’s encryption). Read this Apple support document for more information about FileVault. ref: Protect data on your Mac with FileVault - Apple Support
Check your Apple ID device list to see where you're signed in
Check your Apple Account device list to find where you’re signed in - Apple Support
Call Customer Support (800) MY–APPLE (800–692–7753)
or on line https://getsupport.apple.com/
Outside the USA—Contact Apple for support and service by phone
See a list of Apple phone numbers around the world.
Contact Apple Support - Apple Support
Can't sign in to turn off FileVault on my Mac mini
