Log out on the web version

To log out of Twitter on a computer or phone browser, look for your profile icon in the top right corner of the page. Click or tap it to open a menu with several options.

Scroll down in that menu until you see "Log out" at the bottom. Click it once. Twitter will immediately sign you out and take you to the login page. You are now logged out on that browser.

If you use multiple browsers on the same computer (Chrome, Firefox, Safari), you need to log out separately in each one. Logging out in Chrome does not log you out in Firefox.

Log out on the Twitter mobile app

Open the Twitter app on your phone and tap the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) in the bottom right corner. This opens your account menu.

Scroll down and tap "Settings and privacy". Then tap "Settings and support", then "Settings". Scroll all the way to the bottom of the Settings page and tap "Log out". Twitter will ask you to confirm — tap "Log out" again to finish.

After you log out, the app will return to the login screen. You can now close the app or log in with a different account.

Key Takeaways

  • On the web, click your profile icon in the top right, scroll to the bottom of the menu, and click "Log out".
  • On the mobile app, tap the menu icon, go to Settings and privacy, then Settings, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Log out".
  • Logging out on one browser or device does not log you out on others — you must log out separately on each one.
  • After you log out, Twitter returns you to the login screen and your account remains secure.
  • If you forget to log out on a shared computer, anyone with access to that browser can see your account until the browser cookies are cleared.

What happens after you log out

Once you log out, Twitter closes your session. Your account stays active and secure — logging out does not delete your account or your tweets. The next time you want to use Twitter, you will need to log in again with your username (or email) and password.

If you are on a shared computer and you log out, the next person who opens Twitter will see the login page, not your account. This is the safest way to protect your account on a device other people use.

Log out if you cannot find the menu

If the menu icon is not visible on your phone, you may be using an older version of the Twitter app. Update the app through your phone's app store (Apple App Store for iPhone, Google Play for Android) and try again.

On the web, if you cannot see your profile icon, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. If Twitter still does not load properly, try a different browser.

Log out of all sessions at once

If you want to log out of Twitter on every device and browser at the same time, you can do this through your account settings. Log in to Twitter on any device, click your profile icon, and go to "Settings and privacy" then "Settings".

Scroll down and look for "Security and account access". Tap or click "Sessions" or "Login activity". You will see a list of all devices and browsers where you are currently logged in. Find the one you want to log out of and click the X or "Log out" button next to it. To log out everywhere, look for an option that says "Log out all other sessions" or "Log out all sessions".

Troubleshooting: You are stuck on the login page

If you log out but cannot log back in, first check that you are typing your username and password correctly. Twitter usernames are case-sensitive, but passwords are not — make sure Caps Lock is not on.

If you forgot your password, click "Forgot password?" on the login page. Twitter will send a reset link to the email address connected to your account. If you no longer have access to that email, you will need to contact Twitter support through their help center.

If you are still stuck on the login page after entering the correct password, try clearing your browser's cookies and cache, then refresh the page. If that does not work, try logging in on a different browser or device to rule out a browser problem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does logging out delete my tweets or account?

No. Logging out only closes your session on that device or browser. Your account, tweets, followers, and all your data remain exactly as they were. You can log back in anytime and everything will be there.

Can someone else see my account if I forget to log out?

Yes. If you do not log out on a shared computer, anyone who opens that browser can see your Twitter account and send tweets or messages from it. Always log out on computers other people use, especially public computers.

What is the difference between logging out and deactivating my account?

Logging out closes your session but keeps your account active. Deactivating your account temporarily disables it for 30 days, after which it is permanently deleted. Deactivation is a separate action found in Settings — logging out does not deactivate anything.

If I log out on my phone, am I still logged in on my computer?

Yes. Each device and browser maintains its own separate login session. Logging out on your phone does not affect your computer, tablet, or other browsers. You must log out on each device individually if you want to be logged out everywhere.

Why does Twitter keep logging me out automatically?

Twitter may log you out automatically if you have not used your account for a long time, if you changed your password, or if Twitter detected unusual activity on your account. If this happens repeatedly, check your password and enable two-factor authentication in Settings for extra security.