The fastest way to log out of Facebook
To log out of Facebook, tap or click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner on mobile or the top right on desktop, scroll down to "Log out", and tap or click it. You will be signed out immediately and returned to the login screen. The process takes about five seconds.
On desktop, you can also click your profile picture in the top right corner, then click "Log out" from the dropdown menu. Both methods work equally well — use whichever is closer to where your cursor or finger already is.
Key Takeaways
- On mobile, open the menu (three lines icon), scroll to the bottom, and tap "Log out".
- On desktop, click your profile picture in the top right and select "Log out" from the menu.
- Logging out removes your account from that device but does not delete your account or messages.
- If you cannot find the logout button, make sure you are scrolled all the way to the bottom of the menu.
- Logging out on one device does not log you out on other devices where you are signed in.
Logging out on iPhone or iPad
Open the Facebook app and look for the three horizontal lines icon in the bottom right corner of your screen. Tap it to open the menu.
Scroll all the way to the bottom of the menu. You will see "Log out" as the last option. Tap it, and Facebook will sign you out. You will see the login screen next.
If you do not see the three-line menu icon, you may be looking at a different part of the app. Make sure you are on the home feed, not inside a message or notification.
Logging out on Android phones and tablets
Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines icon in the bottom right corner. This opens the main menu.
Scroll down to the very bottom of the menu list. You will see "Log out" at the end. Tap it to sign out of your account on that device.
After you tap "Log out", the app will close and return you to the login screen. You can then close the app or log in with a different account if you want.
Logging out on a computer or laptop
Click your profile picture in the top right corner of the Facebook page. A small dropdown menu will appear with several options.
Click "Log out" at the bottom of that menu. Facebook will sign you out and take you to the login page. You can then close the browser tab or window.
If you cannot see your profile picture in the top right, you may already be logged out. Look for a "Log in" button instead.
What happens after you log out
When you log out, your account is no longer signed in on that specific device. No one else can see your messages, photos, or personal information unless they have your password.
Logging out does not delete your account, your messages, your photos, or anything else. Everything stays on Facebook's servers. The next time you log in with your username and password, you will see everything exactly as you left it.
If you are logged in on multiple devices — such as your phone and your computer — logging out on one device does not log you out on the others. You will need to log out separately on each device if you want to be signed out everywhere.
Logging out of all devices at once
If you want to log out of Facebook on every device where you are signed in, you can do this from your settings. On mobile, tap the three-line menu, then tap "Settings & privacy", then "Settings". On desktop, click your profile picture, then "Settings and privacy", then "Settings".
Look for "Where you're logged in" or "Active sessions" in the left menu. Click or tap it to see a list of all devices currently signed into your account. You can click "Log out" next to any device, or select "Log out of all sessions" to sign out everywhere at once.
This is useful if you think someone else may have access to your account, or if you have left a device at a repair shop or given it to someone else.
Troubleshooting: The logout button is not showing
If you cannot find the "Log out" option, make sure you have scrolled all the way to the bottom of the menu. On mobile, the menu sometimes has many items, and "Log out" is always at the very end.
If the menu is not opening at all, try closing the Facebook app completely and opening it again. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to close the app. On Android, tap the back button or swipe from the left edge of the screen.
If you are on a computer and the dropdown menu is not appearing when you click your profile picture, try refreshing the page by pressing Ctrl+R (Windows) or Command+R (Mac). Then click your profile picture again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out delete my Facebook account?
No. Logging out only signs you out of that device. Your account, messages, photos, and all your data remain on Facebook. To permanently delete your account, you would need to go to Settings and choose the delete account option, which is a separate process.
Will people still be able to see my profile if I log out?
Yes. Logging out only affects your access on that device. Other people can still see your profile, photos, and posts if your privacy settings allow it. Logging out does not hide your account from others.
What if I forget my password after logging out?
You can reset your password on the login screen. Click "Forgotten password?" and follow the steps to reset it using your email address or phone number. Facebook will send you a link to create a new password.
Can I log out without closing the Facebook app?
Yes. After you tap or click "Log out", the app will sign you out but may stay open on your screen. You can then close it, or you can log in with a different account right away without closing and reopening the app.
If I log out on my phone, will I still be logged in on my computer?
Yes. Each device is signed in separately. Logging out on your phone does not affect your computer, tablet, or any other device. You will need to log out on each device individually if you want to be signed out everywhere.