The fastest way to log off Twitter
To log out of Twitter on a computer or phone, tap the three-dot menu in the top right corner of your screen, scroll down to "Log out", and tap it. Twitter will ask you to confirm — tap "Log out" again. You are now signed out and will see the login screen the next time you visit.
On a phone, this menu appears in the bottom right if you are using the app. On a web browser, it appears in the top right. The process takes about five seconds and works the same way whether you are on iPhone, Android, Windows, or Mac.
If you cannot find the menu or the logout option does not appear, your browser or app may need an update. Close and reopen the app, or try a different browser on your computer.
Key Takeaways
- Tap the three-dot menu icon and select "Log out" to sign out on any device — computer, iPhone, or Android.
- Twitter will ask you to confirm the logout; tap "Log out" again to complete it.
- If you are logged into multiple accounts, logging out signs you out of all of them at once.
- Clearing your browser cookies will also log you out, but the menu method is faster and safer.
- If the logout option does not appear, update your app or browser and try again.
Where to find the logout button on your phone
Open the Twitter app and look at the bottom of your screen. You should see four icons: Home, Explore, Notifications, and Messages. To the right of those is a fifth icon that looks like a person's head — tap that. A menu will slide up from the bottom showing your profile name and account details.
Scroll down in this menu until you see "Log out" near the bottom. Tap it, and Twitter will show a popup asking "Log out of @yourname?" Tap "Log out" again to confirm. The app will return to the login screen.
If you do not see a person icon at the bottom, your app may be outdated. Go to the App Store (iPhone) or Google Play (Android), search for Twitter, and tap "Update" if it is available. Then try the steps above again.
How to log out on a computer or web browser
Go to Twitter.com in any web browser and look at the top right corner of the page. You should see a three-dot menu icon (sometimes called a "more" menu). Click it, and a dropdown menu will appear with several options.
Scroll down in this dropdown until you see "Log out". Click it. Twitter will ask you to confirm by showing a popup that says "Log out?" Click the "Log out" button in the popup to finish. You will be taken to the login page.
If you are using an older browser like Internet Explorer, the menu may look different or not appear at all. Try using Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge instead, which are all free to download and work better with Twitter.
What happens when you log out
When you log out, Twitter removes your login information from that device. The next time you visit Twitter.com or open the app, you will see the login screen instead of your feed. You will need to enter your email address (or phone number or username) and password to get back in.
If you are logged into multiple Twitter accounts on the same device, logging out signs you out of all of them. You will have to log back in to whichever account you want to use. If you want to switch between accounts without logging out completely, use the profile menu instead — tap your profile icon, then tap "Add an existing account" to add a second login.
Logging out does not delete your account, your tweets, or any of your data. It only removes your login session from that specific device. Your account remains active and visible to other people.
If you forgot your password or cannot log back in
If you log out and then cannot remember your password, go to the Twitter login page and click "Forgot password?" Enter the email address, phone number, or username connected to your account. Twitter will send you a link to reset your password — check your email inbox and spam folder.
Click the reset link, create a new password, and log back in with it. If you do not receive an email within a few minutes, make sure you entered the correct email address. You can also try using your phone number or username instead if you set those up on your account.
If you still cannot get in, Twitter has a help page at help.twitter.com where you can report the problem. You may need to verify your identity by answering security questions or providing a phone number.
Logging out vs. deactivating your account
Logging out and deactivating are two different things. Logging out simply signs you out of the app or website — your account stays active and other people can still see your tweets. Deactivating your account temporarily hides it from Twitter, though it can be reactivated within 30 days.
If you want to log out temporarily and come back later, use the logout steps above. If you want to hide your account or stop using Twitter for a while, you would deactivate it instead — that is a separate process found in your account settings.
Most people who want to take a break from Twitter just log out and do not open the app for a while. You do not need to deactivate unless you want your account hidden from other users.
Staying logged out on shared devices
If you use Twitter on a computer or phone that other people also use, always log out when you are done. This prevents someone else from accessing your account and seeing your direct messages, your saved tweets, or your browsing history.
If you share a device and want to be extra safe, you can also clear your browser cookies after logging out. On Chrome, click the three-dot menu, go to "Settings", then "Privacy and security", then "Clear browsing data". Make sure "Cookies and other site data" is checked, then click "Clear data". This removes all stored login information.
On Safari (Mac), click "Safari" in the top menu, then "Settings", then "Privacy", then "Manage Website Data". Search for "twitter" and click "Remove". On Firefox, click the three-line menu, go to "Settings", then "Privacy & Security", scroll to "Cookies and Site Data", and click "Clear Data".
Frequently Asked Questions
Will logging out delete my tweets or account?
No. Logging out only signs you out of the app or website. Your account, tweets, followers, and all your data remain on Twitter. When you log back in, everything will be exactly as you left it.
Can I log out of one account but stay logged into another?
Not with the standard logout button — logging out signs you out of all accounts on that device. To switch between accounts without logging out completely, tap your profile icon and select "Add an existing account" to add a second login, then tap your profile icon again to switch between them.
What if the logout button does not appear?
Update your app or browser first. Go to the App Store or Google Play and tap "Update" next to Twitter, or download the latest version of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. If it still does not work, try logging out on a different device or browser.
Does logging out on my phone also log me out on my computer?
No. Each device has its own login session. If you are logged in on both your phone and your computer, you must log out on each one separately. Logging out on your phone does not affect your computer login.
How do I know if I am actually logged out?
If you see the Twitter login screen (asking for your email and password) instead of your feed, you are logged out. If you see your home feed with your tweets and the people you follow, you are still logged in.