diff --git a/nixos/modules/programs/xss-lock.nix b/nixos/modules/programs/xss-lock.nix
index 87b3957ab834..2ff45de93b6d 100644
--- a/nixos/modules/programs/xss-lock.nix
+++ b/nixos/modules/programs/xss-lock.nix
@@ -40,6 +40,7 @@ in
             "--"
             cfg.lockerCommand
         ]);
+      serviceConfig.Restart = "always";
     };
   };
 }