Decrypt a VeraCrypt-encrypted partition with a password and a PIM

You need both a password and a Personal Iterations Multiplier (PIM) to decrypt VeraCrypt-encrypted partitions. The PIM specifies the number of iterations used by the header key derivation function. The higher the PIM, the more secure the encryption is. For more information about the PIM, see the VeraCrypt PIM documentation.

Note: If you enter the wrong PIM, VeraCrypt won't be able to decrypt the partition.

  1. In the Decryption option drop-down list, select I have the password.
  2. In the Password field, provide the known password.
  3. In the Personal iterations multiplier field, provide the PIM.
  4. To verify that the PIM and password are correct, click Check.
  5. To continue setting up your case, click Next.