Run Plex server on Mac Pro at startup without login

how do I run plex server on startup without logging in

I have a late 2013 mac pro running monterey 12.7.6

I can find instructions for running something on login, but I want it to run if the machine reboots for some reason without my having to log in.

Mac Pro, macOS 12.7

Posted on Jan 14, 2026 11:39 PM

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Jan 15, 2026 1:28 AM in response to Ellarsee

Configure your Mac to login automatically on reboot.

How to log in automatically to a Mac user account - Apple Support

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