How to resolve Sprinto check to enable auto screen lock

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Sprinto check: Screenlock should be enabled on staff device

The above Sprinto check fails if the auto-screen lock is disabled on any staff member's device.

Purpose

Auto-screen lock is a device security configuration that ensures the device is automatically locked if inactivity is observed for more than the defined time period. This ensures the device remains inaccessible by anyone outside the presence of the device's owner.

Enable Auto-Screen lock

Note: Ensure you configure the auto screen lock time to be fifteen minutes or less.

Follow the applicable procedure to enable auto screen lock:

• Mac OS:

Refer to Apple documentation for detailed instructions on enabling auto screen lock on Mac.

• Windows OS:

Follow the below procedure:

Note: If your device runs on Windows 11, ensure you configure a screen saver along with the auto screen lock as mentioned below.

1. Press your keyboard's "Windows + I" button to open the Settings app.

2. Go to Accounts.

3. Select the Sign-in options from the left sidebar.

4. Scroll down to the Require sign-in section.

5. Under When PC wakes up from sleep, select When PC wakes up from sleep or screen saver.

6. Now, to set the screen lock timeout to 15 minutes:

   • Scroll down further and click on Screen timeout settings under the Screen section.

   • Adjust the dropdown menu next to On battery power, turn off after, and When plugged in, turn off after 15 minutes.

• Linux OS:

Refer to the Ubuntu documentation for detailed instructions on enabling auto screen lock on Linux.

Please contact Sprinto Support if you have any queries related to the check or need any assistance.