Log out by opening your account menu

To log out of Twitter on your phone or computer, open the Twitter app or website and tap or click the profile icon in the top left or top right corner. A menu will appear with options including "Settings and privacy" or similar text. Scroll down in that menu until you see "Log out" or "Sign out" — the exact wording depends on whether you're using the mobile app or the web version. Tap or click it, and Twitter will end your session.

If you're on a computer using Twitter's website, the profile icon is usually in the top right corner. On an iPhone, it's in the bottom right. On Android, it's typically in the top left. The location varies slightly between versions, but the profile icon is always the fastest way to find the logout option.

Key Takeaways

  • Open your profile menu by tapping or clicking the profile icon, then scroll to find "Log out" or "Sign out" at the bottom of the menu.
  • On a computer, the profile icon is in the top right corner of the Twitter website.
  • On iPhone, the profile icon is in the bottom right corner of the app.
  • On Android, the profile icon is usually in the top left corner of the app.
  • Logging out removes your session from that device, but does not delete your account or your tweets.

What happens when you log out

When you log out, Twitter ends your session on that specific device. You will no longer see your home feed, notifications, or direct messages on that device until you log back in. Your account itself remains active — your tweets stay published, your followers stay connected, and your account data stays on Twitter's servers.

If you use Twitter on multiple devices, logging out on one device does not affect your other devices. You can be logged in on your phone and your computer at the same time. Logging out on your phone will not log you out on your computer.

When to log out for privacy and security

Log out of Twitter when you use a shared device — a family computer, a work computer, or a friend's phone. Once you log out, the next person who opens the app or website will not have access to your account, your messages, or your personal information.

You should also log out if you suspect someone else has access to your password or your device. Logging out from that device removes the active session, which means anyone with physical access to the device can no longer scroll through your account without logging back in with your password.

How to log out on the web version

If you use Twitter on a computer through a web browser, click the profile icon in the top right corner of the page. A dropdown menu will appear. Scroll down to the bottom of the menu and click "Log out." Twitter will end your session and return you to the login page.

If you have multiple Twitter accounts, you can switch between them by clicking the profile icon and selecting a different account from the menu. You do not have to log out to switch accounts — you can stay logged into multiple accounts at once on the web version.

How to log out on iPhone

Open the Twitter app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. Tap "Settings and privacy" from the menu that appears. Scroll down and tap "Log out." Twitter will ask you to confirm — tap "Log out" again to finish.

On some versions of the Twitter app, the menu option may say "Sign out" instead of "Log out." The function is the same. After you confirm, you will be returned to the login screen.

How to log out on Android

Open the Twitter app and tap the profile icon in the top left corner of the screen. Tap "Settings and privacy" from the menu. Scroll down until you see "Log out" or "Sign out" and tap it. Confirm the logout when Twitter asks you to verify.

If you cannot find the profile icon in the top left, check the top right corner — the location can vary depending on which version of the app you have installed. Once you find the profile icon, the rest of the steps are the same.

If you cannot find the logout option

If the logout option is not visible in your account menu, scroll down further. Some versions of the Twitter app hide the logout button below other settings. Make sure you are scrolling all the way to the bottom of the menu.

If you still cannot find it, try closing the app completely and opening it again. Sometimes the menu does not load fully on the first try. If the problem continues, uninstall the app and reinstall it from the App Store or Google Play Store, then try logging out again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does logging out delete my tweets or my account?

No. Logging out only ends your session on that device. Your account, your tweets, your followers, and all your data remain on Twitter's servers. Your account is still active and visible to other people.

Can I log out of Twitter on all my devices at once?

Twitter does not have a built-in option to log out of all devices simultaneously from the app or website. You must log out on each device separately. If you change your password, all existing sessions will end automatically.

What if I forgot my password and want to log out?

You can still log out using the profile menu without knowing your password. Logging out does not require you to enter your password again. If you want to log back in later, you can use the "Forgot password?" option on the login screen to reset it.

Will logging out on my phone log me out on my computer?

No. Each device has its own separate session. Logging out on your phone does not affect your computer, tablet, or any other device where you are logged in.

How do I know if I am logged out?

When you are logged out, opening the Twitter app or website will show you the login screen instead of your home feed. You will see fields to enter your email or phone number and password, rather than your notifications and messages.