Log out of Pinterest on a computer or phone

To log out of Pinterest, open the app or website, tap or click your profile icon in the top right corner, then select "Log out" from the menu that appears. The process takes about 10 seconds and works the same way on desktop, iPhone, and Android. After you log out, you will be returned to the Pinterest login screen.

If you cannot find your profile icon, look for a circular image or initial in the top right corner of the screen. On mobile, it may appear as a person icon instead. Tapping or clicking it opens a dropdown menu where "Log out" is usually near the bottom.

Once you log out, anyone else using that device will not have access to your account. Your saved pins, boards, and messages remain on Pinterest's servers and will be there when you log back in with your username and password.

Key Takeaways

  • Log out by tapping your profile icon in the top right corner and selecting "Log out" from the menu.
  • Logging out on a shared device prevents other people from seeing your pins, messages, and saved content.
  • Your account data stays on Pinterest after you log out — logging out only removes access from that device.
  • If you forget to log out on a public or shared computer, you can log out remotely from another device by changing your password.

Why you should log out on shared devices

When you log out, the next person who uses that device cannot see your saved pins, your message history, or your follower list without logging in with their own account. This matters most on shared computers at work, school, or home, or on public devices like library computers.

Logging out is different from closing the app or browser. Closing the app does not remove your login — the next person can open Pinterest and see your account still logged in. Logging out actually ends your session, so a new login is required.

What to do if you forgot to log out

If you used Pinterest on a device you no longer control and forgot to log out, change your Pinterest password from a device you trust. Go to your account settings, find the password or security section, and create a new password. This automatically logs you out of all other devices and sessions.

Changing your password is faster and safer than trying to log out remotely, because Pinterest does not have a "log out all devices" button in the settings menu. Once you change your password, anyone using the old device will be logged out the next time Pinterest refreshes their session, usually within a few minutes.

Difference between logging out and deactivating your account

Logging out removes your access from one device. Deactivating your account temporarily hides your profile, pins, and boards from other people, but you can reactivate it later by logging back in. Deleting your account permanently removes everything and cannot be undone.

If you only want to step away from Pinterest for a while, logging out is the right choice. If you want to hide your activity from others but keep your account, deactivation is the middle option. Deletion is permanent and should only be used if you are certain you will not want your account back.

Log out of the Pinterest app on iPhone or iPad

Open the Pinterest app and tap the profile icon (a person or circle) in the bottom right corner. Tap the gear icon to open settings. Scroll down and tap "Log out," then confirm by tapping "Log out" again in the popup that appears.

After you log out, the app will show the login screen. You can delete the app from your phone without affecting your account — your data stays on Pinterest's servers.

Log out of the Pinterest app on Android

Open the Pinterest app and tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner. Tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) if you do not see settings when ready. Scroll down to find "Settings" and tap it. Look for "Log out" near the bottom of the settings menu and tap it, then confirm in the popup.

Android phones sometimes organize the menu differently depending on your version of the app, so if you cannot find "Log out" in settings, try tapping your profile icon again and looking for a "Sign out" option instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does logging out delete my pins and boards?

No. Your pins, boards, and all saved content stay on Pinterest after you log out. Logging out only removes your access from that device. When you log back in with your username and password, everything will be there.

Can I log out of Pinterest on all devices at once?

Pinterest does not have a built-in "log out everywhere" button. The fastest way to log out of all devices is to change your password from a device you trust. This forces you out of every other session automatically.

What happens if I close the Pinterest app without logging out?

Closing the app does not log you out. The next time someone opens the app on that device, your account will still be logged in. You must tap the profile icon and select "Log out" to actually end your session.

Will logging out on my phone log me out on my computer too?

No. Each device has its own separate login session. You must log out on each device individually. Logging out on your phone does not affect your computer, and vice versa.