Log out on desktop or laptop
On a computer, logging out of Reddit takes about 10 seconds. Look for your username or profile icon in the top right corner of the page — it's usually a small circle with your avatar inside. Click it once.
A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Scroll down until you see "Log out" at the bottom of that menu and click it. Reddit will immediately sign you out and take you to the Reddit homepage, where you'll see the login screen instead of your feed.
If you're using Reddit in a web browser and want to stay logged out, you can also clear your browser cookies for Reddit specifically. This prevents Reddit from automatically logging you back in if you visit the site again. Most browsers let you do this through Settings > Privacy or History > Clear Browsing Data, though the exact steps vary by browser.
Key Takeaways
- On desktop, click your profile icon in the top right corner and select "Log out" from the dropdown menu.
- On the Reddit mobile app, tap your profile icon at the bottom right, then tap the three-line menu icon and select "Log out".
- Logging out on one device does not automatically log you out on other devices — you must log out separately on each one.
- If you forget to log out on a shared computer, you can log out remotely by changing your Reddit password from another device.
Log out on the Reddit mobile app
The Reddit mobile app (available on both iPhone and Android) has a slightly different layout than the website. Open the app and look for your profile icon — it's a small circle at the bottom right of the screen. Tap it once.
A menu will slide up from the bottom showing your username and several options. Look for the three horizontal lines (called a "menu" or "hamburger" icon) near the top of this menu and tap it. Scroll down through the options until you see "Log out" and tap it. The app will sign you out immediately and return you to the login screen.
Log out on multiple devices
Reddit treats each device as a separate login. If you're signed in on your phone, your laptop, and a tablet, logging out on one device will not sign you out on the others. You need to log out on each device individually by following the steps above for that device type.
If you've lost access to a device or can't physically reach it, you can force a logout on all devices at once by changing your Reddit password. Go to your account settings (on any device where you're still logged in), find the password section, and change it to something new. This will immediately sign you out everywhere and require you to log back in with your new password on all your devices.
What happens after you log out
Once you log out, Reddit will no longer show your personalized feed, saved posts, or subscribed communities. If you visit Reddit again on that same device, you'll see the public homepage with popular posts instead of your customized content. You can still browse Reddit without logging in, but you won't be able to upvote, comment, save posts, or access your profile.
Your account remains active and safe. Logging out simply disconnects your current device from your account — it does not delete anything, change your settings, or affect your account in any way. You can log back in anytime using your username and password.
If you're stuck on the login screen
Sometimes after clicking "Log out," the page may not refresh properly or you may see an error message. If this happens, try refreshing the page manually by pressing F5 on your keyboard (or Ctrl+R on Windows, Command+R on Mac). This usually clears the issue and takes you to the proper login screen.
If you're using the mobile app and it won't log you out, try closing the app completely and reopening it. On iPhone, swipe up from the bottom of the screen to close the app fully. On Android, swipe up from the bottom or use the back button repeatedly until the app closes. Then open the app again and you should see the login screen.
Logging out on a shared or public computer
If you've used Reddit on a library computer, a friend's laptop, or any shared device, always log out before you leave. This prevents the next person who uses that computer from accessing your account, messages, and saved content.
After you log out, you can add an extra layer of protection by clearing the browser's cache and cookies. Most browsers have a keyboard shortcut: Ctrl+Shift+Delete on Windows or Command+Shift+Delete on Mac. Select the option to clear cookies and cached images, then confirm. This removes any stored login information for Reddit and other websites.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will logging out delete my account or my posts?
No. Logging out only disconnects your device from your account. All your posts, comments, saved items, and account settings remain exactly as they were. Your account is still active and you can log back in anytime.
Can I log out of Reddit without knowing my password?
Yes. You don't need your password to log out — just click your profile icon and select "Log out." Your password is only needed if you want to log back in later or if you want to change your password to force a logout on all devices at once.
What if I log out but Reddit logs me back in automatically?
This usually happens because your browser has saved your login information. Clear your browser's cookies and cached data for Reddit, or use your browser's private or incognito mode, which doesn't store login information between sessions.
Can someone else log into my account if I don't log out?
Only if they have physical access to your device while you're still logged in. If you leave your computer or phone unattended while logged into Reddit, someone nearby could access your account. Always log out on shared or public devices.
How do I log out of Reddit on a web browser I don't use anymore?
If you no longer use a particular browser or device, you can change your Reddit password from any other device where you're logged in. This forces you out of that old browser automatically. You won't be able to log back in there unless you remember your new password.