Lock your Windows 10 PC automatically when you step away from it. … On your Windows 10 PC, select the Start button > Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options. Under Dynamic lock, select the Allow Windows to automatically lock your device when you’re away check box.

Why does my Windows 10 keep locking?

Stop computer from automatically locking Windows 10

If your PC is getting locked automatically, then you need to disable the lock screen from appearing automatically, by following these suggestions for Windows 10: Disable or Change Lock Screen timeout settings. Disable Dynamic Lock. Disable Blank Screensaver.

Does Windows 10 lock after inactivity?

Open Local Policies > Security Options and then scroll down and double-click “Interactive Logon: Machine inactivity limit” from the list. Enter the amount of time you want Windows 10 to shut down after no activity on the machine.