Sign out of Apple Music on iPhone or iPad
To sign out of Apple Music on an iPhone or iPad, open the Music app and tap the Listen Now tab at the bottom. Tap your profile picture in the top right corner, then tap your name or Apple ID at the top of the menu that appears. Scroll down and tap Sign Out.
After you tap Sign Out, the app will ask you to confirm. Tap Sign Out again. Your device will remove your Apple Music account, and you will no longer see your library, playlists, or personalized recommendations. Downloaded songs will remain on your device but will not play unless you sign back in within 30 days.
If you cannot find your profile picture, make sure you are in the Listen Now tab — it does not appear in Search, Library, or Radio. If the Music app is not responding, try closing it completely and opening it again before attempting to sign out.
Sign out of Apple Music on Mac
On a Mac, open the Music app from your Applications folder. Click Music in the menu bar at the top of the screen, then click Sign Out. A confirmation window will appear — click Sign Out again to complete the process.
If you are using an older Mac with iTunes instead of the Music app, click iTunes in the menu bar, then Account, then Sign Out. The steps are the same, and your account will be removed from that device.
Sign out of Apple Music on Windows
On a Windows computer, open iTunes or the Apple Music app. Click Account in the menu bar at the top, then click Sign Out. Confirm by clicking Sign Out in the window that appears.
If you do not see an Account menu, look for your profile picture or initials in the top right corner of the window. Click it, then select Sign Out from the dropdown menu.
Sign out on Android devices
Open the Apple Music app on your Android phone or tablet. Tap your profile picture at the top right of the screen. Scroll down and tap Sign Out, then confirm by tapping Sign Out again.
The process is the same whether you are using a Samsung, Google Pixel, or any other Android device. After signing out, you will need to enter your Apple ID and password to use Apple Music again on that device.
Sign out on Apple Watch
On an Apple Watch, open the Music app. Scroll to the bottom and tap Settings. Tap Sign Out, then confirm. Your Apple Music account will be removed from the watch, though any downloaded songs will remain stored on the device.
If you want to remove those downloaded songs as well, go to the Watch app on your paired iPhone, tap Music, then toggle off Sync Music. This will delete all music files from the watch.
What happens after you sign out
Once you sign out, you lose access to your Apple Music library, playlists, and recommendations on that device. Any songs you downloaded will stay on the device but will not play unless you sign back in within 30 days. After 30 days, downloaded songs will be deleted automatically.
Signing out of one device does not affect your account on other devices. If you sign out of Apple Music on your iPhone, you will still be signed in on your Mac, Apple Watch, or any other device where you previously logged in. You will need to sign out separately on each device if you want to remove your account from all of them.
If you want to sign back in later, open the Music app, tap your profile picture, and select Sign In. Enter your Apple ID and password. Your library and playlists will reappear, though it may take a few minutes for everything to sync.
Troubleshooting sign-out problems
If the Sign Out button does not appear or the app freezes when you try to sign out, force-close the Music app completely. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and hold the Music app until a menu appears, then swipe it away. On Mac, click the red close button in the top left corner of the Music app window, or press Command+Q.
After closing the app, wait a few seconds and open it again. Try signing out once more. If the problem continues, restart your device entirely. Turn it off completely, wait 10 seconds, then turn it back on. This usually resolves app freezing or unresponsive buttons.
If you still cannot sign out after restarting, check that you have an internet connection. The Music app needs to connect to Apple's servers to complete the sign-out process. If your Wi-Fi or cellular connection is weak, move closer to your router or wait until your signal improves, then try again.
Key Takeaways
- On iPhone, iPad, or Android, tap your profile picture in the Music app, then scroll down and tap Sign Out.
- On Mac or Windows, click the menu bar, find Account or your profile picture, and select Sign Out.
- Signing out removes your library and playlists from that device but does not affect your account on other devices.
- Downloaded songs remain on your device for 30 days after sign-out but will not play unless you sign back in.
- If the app freezes or the Sign Out button does not appear, force-close the app and restart your device.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will signing out delete my playlists?
No. Your playlists are stored on Apple's servers, not on your device. When you sign back in on any device, your playlists will reappear. Signing out only removes them from the current device temporarily.
Can I sign out of Apple Music without signing out of my Apple ID?
Yes. Signing out of the Music app does not sign you out of your Apple ID or iCloud account. You will remain signed in to other Apple services like Mail, Photos, and the App Store unless you specifically sign out of those as well.
What if I forgot my Apple ID password?
You can still sign out without entering your password. The Sign Out button does not require authentication. If you need to sign back in later and cannot remember your password, visit iforgot.apple.com to reset it.
Do I need to sign out before selling my device?
Yes. Before selling or giving away any device, sign out of Apple Music and all other Apple services. This prevents the new owner from accessing your account. On iPhone or iPad, also go to Settings, tap your name, and select Sign Out to remove your Apple ID completely.
Why does Apple Music still show my name after I signed out?
The app may take a few seconds to refresh after sign-out. Close the Music app completely and open it again. If your name still appears, restart your device. If the problem persists, check your internet connection — the app needs to sync with Apple's servers to fully complete the sign-out.