🎮 How to Fix "TPM 2.0 Error" in Valorant on Windows 11/10 (2025)
If you’ve launched Valorant recently and seen the error:
"This build of Vanguard requires TPM version 2.0 and Secure Boot to be enabled in order to play."
you’re not alone.
This error is common on Windows 11 systems or after a BIOS/OS update. In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to fix it step-by-step, even if you're not tech-savvy.
🔍 Why Does Valorant Need TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot?
Riot's anti-cheat system, Vanguard, now requires TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot to be enabled to prevent cheaters from manipulating game files at a hardware level. These settings are often disabled by default — especially on custom-built PCs or after BIOS resets.
✅ How to Fix Valorant TPM 2.0 Error – Step-by-Step
1️⃣ Check If TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot Are Available
➤ Press Windows + R → Type tpm.msc → Press Enter
- If it says "TPM is ready for use" and version is 2.0, you're good.
- If it says "TPM not found", you may need to enable it from the BIOS.
➤ Check Secure Boot:
- Open System Information (type in Start Menu)
- Look for Secure Boot State:
- If it says Off, follow the BIOS steps below.
2️⃣ Enable TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot in BIOS
✅ Steps:
- Restart your PC and enter BIOS (usually by pressing
DEL,F2, orF10during startup). - Look for Security, Boot, or Advanced Settings tab.
- Enable TPM:For Intel CPUs:
- Look for PTT (Platform Trust Technology) and enable it.For AMD CPUs:
- Look for fTPM and enable it.
- Enable Secure Boot:
- Go to Boot section.
- Set Secure Boot to Enabled.
- If needed, change Boot Mode to UEFI.
- Save changes and exit (usually
F10).
3️⃣ Reboot and Test Valorant
After enabling TPM and Secure Boot:
- Boot back into Windows.
- Launch Valorant.
- The error should now be gone!
Still getting the error? Try the extra tips below.
🔁 Extra Fixes If It Still Doesn’t Work
🔄 Reinstall Vanguard (Anti-Cheat):
- Press
Windows + R, typeappwiz.cpl, and press Enter. - Uninstall Riot Vanguard.
- Relaunch Valorant — it will reinstall Vanguard automatically.
🔒 Make Sure Windows Is in UEFI Mode
- Go to System Info → Look for BIOS Mode.
- If it says Legacy, you'll need to reinstall Windows in UEFI mode (only if necessary).
🧠 Final Thoughts
The TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot error can be frustrating, but it’s fixable by simply enabling the right BIOS settings. Once done, you’ll be back to fragging in Valorant in no time.