What is dynamic lock in Windows 10? Is Windows dynamic lock not working? In this post on MiniTool, we explore this problem and provide you with the most effective solutions to help you get rid of this annoying issue.
Windows Dynamic Lock Not Working
What Is Dynamic Lock
Dynamic lock is a feature in Windows that automatically locks a Windows device when the signal from a Bluetooth-paired phone drops below the maximum Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) value. This feature goes a long way in strengthening device security.
Why Windows Lock Not Working Windows 10
Although Dynamic lock generally works as expected, many users claim that their dynamic lock feature does not work. This may be because the dynamic lock feature is not enabled correctly, the Bluetooth driver may be outdated, damaged, or missing, the connection between the computer and the Bluetooth device you are using is lost, the Windows system file is damaged, etc.
Now, we will guide you through how to address this issue.
Fix 1. Make Sure Dynamic Lock Is Enabled
Before turning to advanced troubleshooting steps, you need to make sure the dynamic lock feature is enabled. To confirm this, you can follow the steps below.
Step 1. Press the Windows + I key combination to open Settings.
Step 2. Click Accounts.
Step 3. In the new window, move on to the Sign-in options tab, then make sure the Allow Windows to automatically lock your device when you’re away option is checked.
Fix 2. Re-Pair Your Bluetooth Device
If the Bluetooth connection between your phone/tablet and your computer is disconnected or unstable, dynamic lock will not work properly. To troubleshoot Bluetooth connection issues, you can disconnect your device from your computer’s Bluetooth connection and then pair it again.
Related post: Step-by-Step Guide: How to Turn on Bluetooth on Windows 10
Fix 3. Update Bluetooth Driver
Whether the dynamic lock function works properly depends on the Bluetooth service. And Bluetooth functionality also relies on the correct and dated Bluetooth driver. Therefore, to eliminate the dynamic locking failure caused by the Bluetooth driver, you can try to update the Bluetooth driver from Device Manager.
Step 1. Right-click the Windows logo button to select Device Manager.
Step 2. Expand the Bluetooth category, then right-click the problematic device to select Update driver.
Step 3. Complete the driver update process according to the instructions on your screen.
Fix 4. Change the Registry
If the dynamic lock is still not working properly, you can try enabling it by editing the registry.
Note:
Before proceeding with the following steps, it is recommended to back up the registry, create a system restore point, or create a full system backup in the event of any accidents. You can use MiniTool ShadowMaker Trial (30-day free trial) to make a Windows 10 backup.
Step 1. Press the Windows + R keyboard shortcut to open Run.
Step 2. In the next box, type regedit and press Enter.
Step 3. In Registry Editor, navigate to this location:
Computer\HKEY_CURRENT_USER\SOFTWARE\Microsoft\Windows NT\CurrentVersion\Winlogon
Step 4. In the right panel, double-click EnableGoodbye. Then set up its value data to 1. After that, click OK.
Step 5. Restart your computer and check if the Windows dynamic lock not working issue persists.
Fix 5. Change Group Policy
Alternatively, if the dynamic lock is not working Windows 10, you can try to address it by editing the local group policy settings.
Step 1. Press the Windows + R key combination, then type gpedit.msc in the input box and click OK.
Step 2. In Local Group Policy Editor, navigate to the following path:
Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Windows Hello for Business
Step 3. In the right panel, double-click Configure dynamic lock factors.
Step 4. Next, select the Enabled option. After that, click Apply > OK.
Fix 6. Repair Corrupted System Files
Corrupted system files may be the culprit for dynamic locking not working. To rule out this cause, you can run a DISM and SFC scan to repair corrupted or missing system files.
Tips:
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Bottom Line
This post focuses on the problem of Windows dynamic lock not working, providing you with the possible reasons and effective solutions. Hope you can get dynamic lock running by applying the fixes above.
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