The quickest way to log off Twitter
To log off Twitter on a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner, then select "Log out" from the menu that appears. On a phone or tablet, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right, scroll down to "Settings and privacy," then tap "Log out." Twitter will end your session when ready and return you to the login screen.
If you are using Twitter on a shared device, logging off is the fastest way to prevent someone else from accessing your account. The logout button removes your session from that specific device only — you will still be logged in on any other devices where you use Twitter.
If you cannot find the logout option or the menu does not appear, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the Twitter app. On older versions of the app, the menu location may differ slightly, but the logout option is always in the account settings area.
Key Takeaways
- Click your profile picture (computer) or the menu icon (phone) and select "Log out" to end your Twitter session when ready.
- Logging off on one device does not log you out on other devices — you must log off each device separately.
- If you want to prevent anyone from accessing your account on a shared device, logging off is essential.
- Logging off is different from deactivating your account; logging off straightforward ends your current session while keeping your account active.
- If you forget to log off on a public or shared computer, you can remotely end all sessions from your account settings on another device.
Logging off on a computer or web browser
On a desktop or laptop, the logout button is in your profile menu. Look for your profile picture in the top right corner of the Twitter page — it is usually a small circular image. Click it once to open a dropdown menu with several options.
Scroll down in that menu until you see "Log out" at the bottom. Click it, and Twitter will when ready end your session. Your browser will redirect to the Twitter login page, confirming that you are no longer logged in. If you have multiple Twitter accounts, you may see an option to switch accounts instead — make sure you select "Log out" to fully exit.
If the profile menu does not appear when you click your picture, try refreshing the page with F5 or Ctrl+R (Windows) or Command+R (Mac). If you are using an older web browser, update it first, as Twitter works best on current versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
Logging off on a phone or tablet
On an iPhone, iPad, or Android device, the logout option is in the app menu. Tap the three horizontal lines (sometimes called a hamburger menu) at the bottom right of the screen. This opens a sidebar with your account options.
Scroll down to the bottom of that menu and tap "Settings and privacy." Then tap "Settings." Scroll down again until you see "Log out" near the bottom of the settings page. Tap it, and the app will return you to the login screen. You will need to enter your username and password the next time you open Twitter on that device.
If you are using an older version of the Twitter app, the menu layout may be slightly different. The three-line menu icon is always the starting point, but the exact path to logout may vary. If you cannot find it, try updating the app from your device's app store.
Ending all sessions from a different device
If you forgot to log off on a shared or public computer, you can end that session remotely without being on that device. Log in to Twitter on a device you control, then go to your account settings and look for "Sessions" or "Active sessions."
Twitter shows you a list of devices and locations where you are currently logged in. Find the device you want to log out from and select "Log out" next to it. This will when ready end your session on that device, even if you are not physically there. The person using that computer will be logged out the next time they try to use Twitter.
This feature is useful if you used Twitter on a friend's computer, a library computer, or a work device and want to make sure your account is not still accessible there. Check your active sessions regularly, especially if you travel or use multiple devices.
The difference between logging off and deactivating
Logging off and deactivating your account are two completely different actions. When you log off, you straightforward end your current session — your account remains active and you can log back in anytime with your password. When you deactivate your account, you are removing it from Twitter entirely, and the process takes 30 days to complete.
If you only want to take a break from Twitter without losing your account, followers, or messages, log off instead. If you want to permanently remove your account and all its content, you would deactivate it. Most people who step away from Twitter temporarily just log off and stay logged out for as long as they need.
What happens after you log off
Once you log off, Twitter stops sending notifications to that device and you will not see your feed or messages unless you log back in. If you have the Twitter app on your phone, it will stop updating in the background. You can still receive notifications from Twitter through email if you have that setting turned on in your account preferences.
Other people can still see your public tweets and profile while you are logged off — logging off does not hide your account from others. If you want to prevent people from seeing your tweets, you would need to change your privacy settings or delete specific tweets before you log off.
If you log off and then want to log back in, go to Twitter.com or open the app and enter your username (or email) and password. If you have two-factor authentication turned on, you will also need to enter a code from your phone or authentication app.
Logging off safely on shared devices
On a computer that multiple people use — like a family computer, work computer, or library computer — always log off before you leave. Do not just close the browser or app, because the next person to open Twitter may still have access to your account.
After you click "Log out," wait a moment for the page to fully load and show the login screen. This confirms that the logout was successful. If you are on a public computer, you might also want to clear your browser history and cookies, though logging off is the most important step.
If you are worried about your password being visible to others on a shared device, consider changing your password the next time you log in from a private device. This is especially important if you think someone may have seen your password while you were typing it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will logging off delete my tweets or lose my followers?
No. Logging off only ends your session on that device. Your account, tweets, followers, and messages all remain exactly as they are. You can log back in anytime and everything will be there.
Can I log off from all devices at once?
Twitter does not have a single button to log off everywhere at once. You must log off each device separately, or use the "Sessions" feature to end sessions on devices you do not have access to. If you change your password, all sessions will end automatically.
What if I log off and forget my password?
You can reset your password on the Twitter login page by clicking "Forgot password?" Enter your email address or phone number, and Twitter will send you a link to create a new password. You do not need to be logged in to reset it.
Does logging off on my phone also log me off on my computer?
No. Each device has its own separate session. Logging off your phone does not affect your computer, and vice versa. You must log off each device individually if you want to be logged out everywhere.
Is logging off the same as turning off notifications?
No. Turning off notifications stops alerts from appearing on your device, but you remain logged in and can still see your feed. Logging off ends your entire session and you cannot access Twitter until you log back in with your password.