The issue is resolved when users initiate a system restart, however, it emerges again once the PC is shut down and then turned back on. To circumvent the issue, we have mentioned a few simple solutions which worked for the rest of the people that were encountering the same issue. However, before we jump into the solutions, a more detailed look at the causes of the issue is certainly necessary.
What causes the Login Screen to Disappear on Windows 10?
Well, from what we have salvaged, the issue mostly occurs due to the following factors — With that said, please follow the given solutions to fix your issue. Also, you are advised to follow the solutions in the same order as given below.
Solution 1: Enabling Safe Mode
To eliminate the possibility of third-party applications causing the issue, you have to boot into Safe Mode, first and foremost. Safe Mode is used for troubleshooting purposes as it starts your system with minimal drivers, services and no third-party applications. Here’s how to boot into Safe Mode: If the issue persists even after booting into Safe Mode, we advise performing the rest of the solutions in Safe Mode.
Solution 2: Disable Fast Startup
Fast Startup, as you can tell from its name, is responsible for starting up your system quickly. However, in this case, it can be the culprit and causing the login screen to disappear. In such an event, you will have to disable Fast Startup. Here’s how to do it: This is most likely to solve your issue.
Solution 3: Rebuilt Windows Boot Options
As we have mentioned earlier, sometimes the issue can be simply due to your Windows boot options. They might be malfunctioning due to which the login screen is not appearing. In such a case, you will have to rebuild it using the bootrec command in the command prompt. Here’s how to do it:
Solution 4: Perform a System Restore
If you are facing the issue after a certain Windows update, performing a System Restore might just fix the issue for you. A system restore can take your system to a point back where the issue wasn’t occurring. You can learn how to perform a system restore by following this detailed article published on our site.
Solution 5: Run Windows Startup Repair
Finally, if none of the above solutions work out for you, you can perform a Startup repair to fix your issue. This will scan your system for any issues and repair them. However, for this, you will need a Windows bootable drive. Here’s how to do it:
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