The check box sets a login cookie on your device so that next time you return or as you navigate through the site, the server recognizes your device and keeps you logged in.
After 30 mins of inactivity the connection is severed.
That said, if you are purging cookies locally via browser settings or your security setup, this cookie will still be purged. it's entirely your choice... but these settings are likely the reason you are having trouble staying logged in.
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