Will Windows 10 lock you out for wrong password?

Yes, it’s possible to get locked out of a Windows 10 computer. Windows 10 offers the option to secure your account with a password, PIN, or biometric login information. This feature keeps strangers off your Windows PC, but if you forget your login information, it can also leave you locked out of Windows 10.

How long does Windows 10 lock you out for wrong password default?

The account lockout duration value will be set to 30 minutes by default once you set the value of Account lockout duration. You can change the value of Account Lockout Duration between 0~99999 minutes. If the value is 0, the account will remain locked out until an administrator unlocks it manually.

How long does Microsoft lock your account for wrong password?

The Account lockout duration policy setting determines the number of minutes that a locked-out account remains locked out before automatically becoming unlocked. The available range is from 1 through 99,999 minutes.

What happens when Windows 10 locks?

Locking your computer keeps your files safe while you are away from your computer. A locked computer hides and protects programs and documents, and will allow only the person who locked the computer to unlock it again. You unlock your computer by logging in again (with your NetID and password).