# How to Enable Auto-Lock

> The Auto-Lock feature enables your door to lock automatically after a predetermined amount of time (up to 30 minutes) has passed. To activate thi...

Source: https://support.august.com/en_us/how-do-i-enable-auto-lock-BkICUL1ROG

Last updated: 2023-12-03T05:55:49.757Z

The Auto-Lock feature enables your door to lock automatically after a predetermined amount of time (up to 30 minutes) has passed. 

  

To activate this feature you must be an authorized owner of the associated lock and be located within Bluetooth range of the lock you are enabling this feature on.

  

❗ _**DoorSense**__**™**_ **_is required to use the Auto-Lock Timing feature._** The Auto-Lock Timing feature controls when your door locks after it closes. Without DoorSense™, the door will lock automatically after it closes when Auto-Lock is enabled.

  

  

## iOS

Follow the steps below to set up Auto-Lock on your iOS device:

  

1.  In the August app, select your House from the keychain if there is more than one
2.  Tap the **gear icon (****⚙****)** to access **Lock Settings**
3.  Select the lock from the devices shown.
4.  Tap **Auto-Lock**, which is listed in the Automations menu
5.  Toggle **Enable Auto-Lock** on and Set the **Auto-Lock Timing\***
6.  Tap **Save Changes** at the bottom

  

Your lock will automatically lock after the amount of time set in Auto-Lock Timing.

  

Conversely, if you want to disable the Auto-Lock feature, go through the steps above and Toggle **Enable Auto-Lock** off. 

❗ **_You must be within Bluetooth range of the lock to disable Auto-Lock._**

  

![enable auto-lock ios](https://cdn.kustomerhostedcontent.com/media/5da8b6e87edd8600195ece01/7b8ed4ad84f54e1b39daeb543a5a72f3.png)

## Android

Follow the steps below to set up Auto-Lock on your Android device:  
  

1.  In the August app, select your House from the keychain if there is more than one
2.  Tap the **gear icon (****⚙****)** to access **Lock Settings**
3.  Select the lock from the devices shown
4.  Tap **Auto-Lock**, which is listed in the Automations menu
5.  Toggle **Enable Auto-Lock** on and Set the **Auto-Lock Timing\***
6.  Tap **Save Changes** at the bottom

  

Your lock will automatically lock after the amount of time set in Auto-Lock Timing.

  

Conversely, if you want to disable the Auto-Lock feature, go through the steps above and Toggle **Enable Auto-Lock** off. 

❗ **_You must be within Bluetooth range of the lock to disable Auto-Lock._**

  

![enable auto-lock android](https://cdn.kustomerhostedcontent.com/media/5da8b6e87edd8600195ece01/49359e1ddee611328f7dae65f1a994fb.png)

  

##### Related Products:

*   [Wi-Fi Smart Lock](https://august.com/products/august-wifi-smart-lock)
*   [Smart Lock Pro](https://august.com/products/august-smart-lock-pro-connect)
*   [August Smart Lock](https://august.com/products/august-smart-lock-connect)

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