auto logoff with Sonoma

how do I prevent automatic logoff on my iMac with OS Sonoma?

iMac 21.5″, macOS 14.2

Posted on Feb 28, 2024 6:59 AM

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BDAqua

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Posted on Feb 28, 2024 7:38 AM

On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Privacy & Security in the sidebar. (You may need to scroll down.)
Click Advanced at the bottom.
Turn OFF “Log out automatically after inactivity.”

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BDAqua

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Feb 28, 2024 7:38 AM in response to Robertff3401

On your Mac, choose Apple menu > System Settings, then click Privacy & Security in the sidebar. (You may need to scroll down.)
Click Advanced at the bottom.
Turn OFF “Log out automatically after inactivity.”

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