\\Server\Share\image.jpg (Recommended for central management).
C:\Windows\Web\Screen\corporate.jpg (Requires the file to exist on the local drive first). Windows Edition Requirements gpo lock screen image
Configure Lock Screen Image using Group Policy \\Server\Share\image
Find and double-click "Force a specific default lock screen and logon image" . gpo lock screen image
⚠️ Registry-only method may not work on Windows 11 22H2+ without also disabling Spotlight via policy.
: Use a DFS or simple SMB share with Domain Computers (or Authenticated Users ) having Read permission.