The fastest way to log out of Facebook
To log out of Facebook on a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right corner of any Facebook page, then select "Log out" from the menu that appears. On a phone or tablet, tap the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) at the bottom right of the Facebook app, scroll down to "Log out", and tap it. The logout happens immediately — you will be returned to the login screen.
If you cannot find these buttons, you may be looking at Facebook Messenger instead of the main Facebook app. Messenger has its own logout process: tap your profile picture in the top left corner, then scroll down and tap "Log out".
Key Takeaways
- On a computer, click the arrow icon in the top right corner and select "Log out" from the dropdown menu.
- On an iPhone or Android phone, open the Facebook app, tap the menu icon (three lines) at the bottom right, scroll to "Log out", and tap it.
- Facebook Messenger requires a separate logout: tap your profile picture, scroll down, and tap "Log out".
- Logging out on one device does not automatically log you out on other devices — you must log out of each one separately.
- If you want to end all sessions at once, you can use Facebook's "Where You're Logged In" tool to remotely log out of devices you are not currently using.
Logging out on a computer or web browser
Open Facebook in your web browser and look for the downward-pointing arrow in the top right corner of the page, next to your profile picture. Click this arrow to open a small menu. The "Log out" option appears near the bottom of this menu, usually below settings and preferences.
If you do not see the arrow, you may be on an older version of Facebook's layout. Try clicking your profile picture instead — this also opens a menu with a logout option. After you click "Log out", Facebook will clear your session and take you to the login page.
Logging out on iPhone or iPad
Open the Facebook app and look at the bottom of the screen. You should see five icons: Home, Friends, Videos, Menu, and your profile picture. Tap the three horizontal lines (the Menu icon) on the bottom right. This opens a full menu of options.
Scroll down to the very bottom of this menu until you see "Log out". Tap it once. Facebook will close your session and return you to the login screen. If you have Facebook Messenger installed as a separate app, logging out of the main Facebook app does not log you out of Messenger — you must log out of each app separately.
Logging out on Android phones and tablets
Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines at the bottom right of the screen. Scroll all the way down to find "Log out" at the end of the menu. Tap "Log out" to end your session.
The exact location of this menu icon may vary slightly depending on your phone model and the version of the Facebook app you have installed. If you cannot find the three-line menu, try tapping your profile picture — some versions of the app place the logout option there instead.
Logging out of Facebook Messenger
Facebook Messenger is a separate app from the main Facebook app, and it has its own login session. To log out of Messenger, open the app and tap your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen. A menu will appear with several options.
Scroll down until you see "Log out" and tap it. You will be returned to the Messenger login screen. Note that logging out of the main Facebook app does not automatically log you out of Messenger, so if you want to be completely logged out, you must log out of both apps.
Logging out of all devices at once
If you are logged into Facebook on multiple devices and want to end all sessions without logging out of each one individually, you can use Facebook's "Where You're Logged In" tool. On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right, then click "Settings and privacy" and then "Settings". On the left side, click "Security and login".
Under "Where You're Logged In", you will see a list of all devices and browsers currently logged into your account, along with the location and time of the last activity. Click "Log out" next to any device you want to disconnect. You can log out of all devices except your current one by clicking "Log out of all sessions" at the bottom of the list.
On a phone, the process is similar: tap the menu icon (three lines), then tap "Settings and privacy" and "Settings". Tap "Security and login", then scroll to "Where You're Logged In" and tap "Log out" next to any device you want to remove.
What happens after you log out
Once you log out, Facebook will not show your activity to other users, and no one can access your account from that device without your password. Your messages, photos, and posts remain on Facebook's servers — logging out does not delete anything. The next time you want to use Facebook on that device, you will need to enter your email address or phone number and your password.
If you are using a shared computer, logging out is important for privacy. However, logging out does not clear your browser's saved passwords or autofill data — if you want to remove those, you will need to clear your browser's cache and cookies separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out on one device log me out everywhere?
No. Logging out on one device only ends your session on that specific device. You remain logged in on all other devices until you log out of each one individually. If you want to log out of all devices at once, use the "Where You're Logged In" tool in your security settings.
What if I cannot find the logout button?
Make sure you are in the main Facebook app or website, not Facebook Messenger. On a computer, the logout button is in the arrow menu in the top right corner. On a phone, it is in the three-line menu at the bottom right of the Facebook app. If you still cannot find it, try updating your app to the latest version.
Can I log out without entering my password?
Yes. Logging out does not require your password — you simply tap or click the logout button and your session ends immediately. You will only need your password the next time you want to log back in.
Does logging out delete my messages or photos?
No. Logging out only ends your current session. All your messages, photos, posts, and other data remain on Facebook and will be there when you log back in. Logging out does not delete anything.
Why does Facebook show me as active after I log out?
If you see yourself listed as active shortly after logging out, you may still be logged in on another device. Check the "Where You're Logged In" section to see all active sessions. You can also turn off your active status in your privacy settings so others cannot see when you are online.