Fix Valorant TPM 2.0 error in Windows 11

[nerdslife_team]

Many Windows 11 users face the frustrating TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot error when trying to play Valorant. This error appears even on systems that meet all technical requirements. While this issue can be annoying, several proven solutions can get you back into the game quickly.

Enable TPM and secure boot in BIOS

The most direct way to resolve this error is by properly configuring your system’s BIOS settings. Even if your computer has TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot capabilities, these features might be disabled.

1. Access Settings through the Start menu or press Windows+I
   

   

2. Click on System in the left sidebar
   

   

3. Scroll down and select Recovery
   

   

4. Under Recovery options, click Restart now next to Advanced startup
   

   

5. Select Troubleshoot when your PC restarts
   

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6. Navigate to BIOS Setup and press Enter
   

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7. Find TPM settings under Security tab and enable it
   

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8. Enable Secure Boot in Boot Options
   

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Disable Discord auto-startup

Discord’s automatic startup can interfere with Valorant’s anti-cheat system. Disabling it often resolves the TPM error.

1. Launch Discord
   

   

2. Click User Settings icon
   

   

3. Find Windows Settings
   

   

4. Disable Open Discord option
   

   

5. Open Task Manager using Ctrl+Shift+Esc
   

   

6. Navigate to Startup Apps
   

   

7. Disable Discord startup
   

   

Exit Windows insider program

Windows Insider builds can cause compatibility issues with Valorant. Switching to a stable Windows build might fix the problem.

1. Open Settings
   

   

2. Select Windows Update
   

   

3. Click Windows Insider Program
   

   

4. Enable unenroll option
   

   

If you’re on Dev Channel, reinstall Windows 11:

1. Open Settings
   

   

2. Navigate to System
   

   

3. Select Recovery
   

   

4. Click Reset PC
   

   

5. Choose data retention option
   

   

6. Select reinstall method
   

   

7. Review settings
   

   

8. Confirm settings changes
   

   

9. Start reset process