How to use Dynamic Lock on Windows 11

What is dynamic locking on Windows 11?

Dynamic Lock is a Windows 11 feature that locks your computer when a connected Bluetooth device (your phone or wearable) goes out of range. The Dynamic Lock feature automatically locks your PC even if you forget to use the Windows Key L shortcut while away.

Dynamic Lock works with any connected device with Bluetooth, but it's best to use a device with enough battery power and range, such as your phone. Once your device becomes inaccessible for 30 seconds, Windows will automatically lock the screen.

Pair a Bluetooth device with Windows 11

For everything to work properly, you need to first pair your Windows 11 computer with another Bluetooth device.

To do this:

1. You need to enable Bluetooth on your phone or other mobile device and put it into pairing mode.
2. Now, connect your device to Windows 11 via Bluetooth.
3. Open Settings > Bluetooth & Devices and turn on the Bluetoothtoggle on your PC.
4. Click the Add Device button.
5. When the Add Device screen appears, click the Bluetooth option at the top.
6. Select the mobile phone or other Bluetooth device you want to use. Likewise, you want to use something you take with you when you're away from your computer. A cell phone is a good option, but maybe you have headphones or another wearable device that will work.
7. Continue for more pairing instructions. For example, Windows 11 sends a code to our iPhone to complete pairing.
8. After your device and Windows 11 are connected via Bluetooth, you will see the following success message — Click Finish to close the window.

How to Enable Dynamic Lock on Windows 11

Now it’s time to enable the Dynamic Lock feature on your PC.

You can use the following steps to turn on Dynamic Lock on Windows 11:

1. On your PC, open the Settings app through the Start menu.
2. In Settings, go to Account>Sign-in Options.
3. Expand the Dynamic Lock option under Additional settings.
4. Click the Allow Windows to automatically lock your device when you're away option.
5. Wait a moment and the device you choose to add via Bluetooth will appear as your Dynamic Lock device.

When you step away from your PC and your Dynamic Lock device goes out of range, your PC will automatically lock after 30 seconds.

Protect Your Windows 11 PC

Using the steps above, you should be able to enable and use Dynamic Lock on Windows 11.

Dynamic Lock is just one way to add an extra layer of security to your Windows 11 device. For more information, check out Use Windows security on Windows 11 for maximum protection. In some cases, you may need to enable or disable Windows security.

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