Jul 24, 2019  Unlock Your Mac. Now let your Mac lock and you can try unlocking it with your Apple Watch. Make sure you're near your Mac. Wait a few seconds. You should hear and feel a click on your Apple Watch. Apple disclaims any and all liability for the acts, omissions and conduct of any third parties in connection with or related to your use of the site. All postings and use of the content on this site are subject to the Apple Developer Forums Participation Agreement. Aug 20, 2019 The Auto Unlock feature on Mac devices lets you Unlock Mac automatically when you have Apple Watch on wrist, of course without entering the password on Mac. Here is a complete guide to setup and unlock your Mac with Apple Watch. A new feature in Apple's macOS Sierra lets you use your Apple Watch to easily unlock your Mac computer. However, the 'Auto Lock' feature won't work unless a set of security and authentication. Oct 21, 2019 Make sure that your Mac and Apple Watch meet the system requirements for Auto Unlock. Make sure that your devices are set up as follows: Your Mac has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth turned on. Your Mac and Apple Watch are signed in to iCloud with the same Apple ID, and your Apple ID is using two-factor authentication. Your Apple Watch is using a passcode.

• Apple Watch Unlock Update Your Mac Software Download
• Update Your Mac's Software To Allow Apple Watch To Unlock

Are you tired of typing your password each time you need to unlock your Mac? Here's how to log into your computer with an Apple Watch.

Apple Watch Unlock Update Your Mac Software Download

You've secured your Mac with a long and complex password, but that password may be difficult or challenging to type. Sure, you're prepared to enter it each time you power up your Mac, but you also have to enter it to unlock your Mac anytime it goes into Lock Mode.

You can avoid that hassle if you own an Apple Watch thanks to a feature known as Auto Unlock, which automatically unlocks your Mac's screen with your smartwatch when your computer goes into Lock Mode. You still need to enter your password when you power up or reboot your computer, but this feature can save time and effort the rest of the time.

Hardware and Software Requirements

First, let's go over the ground rules. To make this all work, your Apple Watch can be any series model but it must be running watchOS 3 or later. Your Mac must be a mid-2013 model or later with macOS Sierra or above. Your Apple ID must be set to use two-factor authentication (not two-step verification).

Next, your Mac must have both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi turned on. Your Mac and Apple Watch must both be signed into iCloud with the same Apple ID. Your Apple Watch must be protected with a passcode. And your Mac must not be using internet sharing or screen sharing.

Check Compatibility

To make sure your Mac is capable of Auto Unlock, click the Apple Menu icon and select About this Mac. At the About window, navigate to System Report > Network > Wi-Fi. Look for an entry for Auto Unlock in the right pane. If it says Supported, then you're good to go.

Enable Auto Unlock

To enable the unlock feature on your Mac, click the Apple Menu. Select System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General. Click the checkbox for Allow your Apple Watch to unlock your Mac. Enter your Mac password to enable the setting.

Unlock Your Mac

Update Your Mac's Software To Allow Apple Watch To Unlock

Now let your Mac lock and you can try unlocking it with your Apple Watch. Make sure you're near your Mac. Wait a few seconds. You should hear and feel a click on your Apple Watch and see a message that your Mac was unlocked by this Apple Watch. Your Mac should be out of Lock Mode, so you can now resume what you were doing.