Sign out everywhere with one setting change
Instagram lets you end your session on every device you're logged into without signing out one by one. Go to your profile, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), select Settings and privacy, then Security and login. Scroll down to "Where you're logged in" and tap "Log out of all sessions." Instagram will ask you to confirm — tap it again, and you're signed out everywhere.
This single action ends your Instagram session on your phone, tablet, computer, and any other device that was connected to your account. You'll need to log back in on any device you want to use again. The process takes about 30 seconds and works the same way whether you use the Instagram app or the website.
Key Takeaways
- The "Log out of all sessions" button in Settings and privacy signs you out on every device at once, not just the one you're using.
- After you log out everywhere, you'll need to enter your password again on any device where you want to use Instagram.
- You can also see which devices are currently logged in and remove individual sessions without signing out everywhere.
- If you've lost access to a device or suspect someone else is using your account, logging out everywhere is the fastest way to secure it.
Step-by-step: Log out of all devices from your phone
Open the Instagram app and go to your profile by tapping your profile picture in the bottom right corner. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top right, then tap Settings and privacy.
Scroll down and tap Security and login. You'll see a section called "Where you're logged in" — tap that. Instagram shows you every device currently connected to your account, with the device type and when it last connected. At the bottom of this list, tap "Log out of all sessions." A confirmation message appears asking if you're sure — tap "Log out" to finish.
Instagram signs you out immediately on all devices. If you're on a shared device or a public computer, this is the safest way to make sure no one else can access your account after you leave.
Step-by-step: Log out of all devices from a computer
Go to Instagram.com and log in if you're not already. Click your profile picture in the top right corner, then click Settings. On the left side menu, click Security and login.
Under "Where you're logged in," you'll see a list of all your active sessions. Scroll to the bottom and click "Log out of all sessions." Instagram asks you to confirm your password — enter it and click "Log out." You're now signed out everywhere.
The computer version shows the same information as the app: device type, location (approximate), and last activity. If you see a device you don't recognize, logging out everywhere is safer than trying to remove just that one session.
Remove a single device without signing out everywhere
If you only want to sign out on one specific device — like an old phone you no longer use — you don't have to log out everywhere. Go to Settings and privacy, then Security and login, then "Where you're logged in." Find the device you want to remove and tap or click the three dots next to it, then select "Log out."
This removes only that session and leaves you logged in on your other devices. It's useful when you've upgraded to a new phone or tablet and want to clean up old sessions, or when you've lent a device to someone and want to make sure they can't access your account afterward.
Instagram shows you the approximate location and last activity time for each session, which helps you identify which device is which. If you see a session from a location you don't recognize, remove it immediately.
What happens after you log out everywhere
Once you log out of all sessions, Instagram signs you out on every device. The next time you open Instagram on your phone, tablet, or computer, you'll see the login screen. You'll need to enter your username (or email or phone number) and password to get back in.
If you have two-factor authentication turned on, Instagram will ask for a security code after you enter your password. This code comes to your phone via text message or an authentication app, depending on which method you set up. The login process takes a minute or two longer but is more secure.
Any saved passwords in your browser or phone will not automatically fill in after you log out everywhere — you'll need to type your password manually the first time. After you log back in, your device may ask if you want to save the password again.
When to log out of all devices
Log out everywhere if you think someone else has access to your account, if you've used Instagram on a public or shared computer, or if you're selling or giving away a device. It's also a good security practice if you haven't changed your Instagram password in over a year — log out everywhere, change your password, then log back in on your devices.
If you've lost a phone or tablet, logging out of all sessions prevents anyone who finds it from accessing your account through the saved login. You can do this from another device or from a computer, even if you don't have the lost device anymore.
You don't need to log out everywhere just because you're taking a break from Instagram. The logout feature is for security, not for pausing your account. If you want to stop using Instagram temporarily, you can deactivate or delete your account instead, but that's a separate process.
Troubleshooting: What if you can't find the logout option
Make sure you're looking in the right place. On the app, it's Settings and privacy (the menu icon) → Security and login → Where you're logged in. On the website, it's your profile picture → Settings → Security and login → Where you're logged in. The exact wording and button locations can shift slightly between app updates, but the path stays the same.
If the "Log out of all sessions" button doesn't appear, you may be using an older version of the Instagram app. Update the app from your phone's app store and try again. If you're on a computer and the option still doesn't show, try a different browser or clear your browser cache and log back in.
If you're locked out of your account and can't log in to access these settings, go to Instagram's login page and tap "Need more help?" or "Forgot password?" to recover your account. You'll need access to the email or phone number linked to your account.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out of all sessions delete my account?
No. Logging out of all sessions only signs you out on every device. Your account, photos, followers, and messages all stay exactly as they are. You can log back in anytime with your password.
Will my followers know if I log out of all sessions?
No. Logging out is invisible to other people. Your followers won't see any notification or change to your profile. Your account will just show as inactive until you log back in.
Can I log out of all sessions if I forgot my password?
No, you need your password to confirm the logout. If you've forgotten it, reset your password first by tapping "Forgot password?" on the login screen. Then you can log out of all sessions if you want to.
What if I log out everywhere but I'm still seeing my account on another device?
Refresh the app or website on that device. Close the app completely and reopen it, or close your browser tab and go back to Instagram.com. If you're still logged in after refreshing, clear your browser cache or reinstall the app, then try logging in again with your password.
How long does it take to log out of all sessions?
It's instant. As soon as you confirm the logout, you're signed out everywhere. You may need to refresh your other devices to see the change, but the logout itself happens right away.