# Windows Auto-Logon

While it is possible to configure Windows to logon automatically using a specified user, it is not recommended to do so. Since Windows 10 version 2004 (released in December 2019), Microsoft has taken active steps to hide the features that make automatic logon possible, making the use of this feature increasingly complex.

As a result, enabling automatic logon features now require a combination of Windows registry editing as well as tweaks in the Group Policy Objects (GPO). Incorrect manipulation of the Windows Registry and GPOs may cause damage to the operating system and cause loss of data.

#### Please read the following warning from Microsoft:

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IMPORTANT! The autologon feature is provided as a convenience. However, this feature may be a security risk. If you set a computer for autologon, anyone who can physically obtain access to the computer can gain access to all the computer's contents, including any networks it is connected to. Additionally, when autologon is turned on, the password is stored in the registry in plain text. The specific registry key that stores this value can be remotely read by the Authenticated Users group. This setting is recommended only for cases in which the computer is physically secured and steps have been taken to make sure that untrusted users cannot remotely access the registry.
{% endhint %}

&#x20;Source: <https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/troubleshoot/windows-server/user-profiles-and-logon/turn-on-automatic-logon>

For these reasons, PayFacto does not provide direct instructions on how to setup automatic logon. If you wish to use this feature despite these warnings, you must do so at your own risk and through your own research.

#### Disclaimer

PayFacto considers any form of automatic logon as a liability and a major security risk. The use of automatic logon can compromise the data stored on the affected computer as well as the data stored on other computers connected to the same network.  Every reasonable step must be taken to ensure the security of your data, which includes using unique usernames with strong passwords. Bypassing this basic security requirement by using automatic logon is against PayFacto's data security policy, and PayFacto will decline any responsibility for any data breach or data loss in a system using any form of automatic logon.

Related Topics

1. [Before Installing a new POS](/maitred/maitred-complete-online-documentation/chap-5-configuring-and-managing-work/installation-of-a-pos/before-installing-a-new-pos.md)
2. [Configure your Windows Network Profile](/maitred/maitred-complete-online-documentation/chap-2-installation-and-initial-setup/preparation/configure-your-windows-network-profile.md)
3. [POS Installation Procedure](/maitred/maitred-complete-online-documentation/chap-5-configuring-and-managing-work/installation-of-a-pos/pos-installation-procedure.md)
4. [Windows Auto-Logon](/maitred/maitred-complete-online-documentation/chap-5-configuring-and-managing-work/installation-of-a-pos/windows-auto-logon.md)


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