The quickest way to log out
To log out of Twitter (now called X), tap or click the three-dot menu icon in the top right corner of your screen, then select "Log out" from the dropdown menu. On a phone, this menu appears in the bottom right. On a computer, it's in the top right. The logout happens when ready — you'll be sent back to the login screen.
If you're on a computer and don't see the three-dot menu, look for your profile picture or username in the top right corner instead. Click it, and the same menu will appear with "Log out" as an option.
Once you've logged out, anyone else using that device will see the login screen when they open Twitter. Your account remains active — logging out just disconnects you from this particular device.
Key Takeaways
- The logout button is in a three-dot menu in the top right corner on computers and bottom right on phones.
- Logging out removes your account from that device only and takes effect when ready.
- You can log out from multiple devices separately, or use the "Log out of all sessions" option to disconnect everywhere at once.
- Logging out is different from deactivating your account — your account stays active and you can log back in anytime.
- If you forget your password, you'll need to use the "Forgot password" link on the login screen before you can log back in.
Logging out on a phone or tablet
Open the Twitter app and look at the bottom of your screen. You'll see four icons: Home, Explore, Notifications, and Messages. Tap the fourth icon on the far right (it looks like three horizontal lines or a menu). This opens your account menu.
Scroll down in this menu until you see "Log out" near the bottom. Tap it. Twitter will ask you to confirm — tap "Log out" again, and you're disconnected. The app will return to the login screen.
If you use multiple Twitter accounts on the same phone, you can switch between them without logging out. Tap the menu icon, then tap your profile picture at the top. You'll see a list of accounts you're logged into. Tap the account you want to switch to, or tap "Add an existing account" to log into a different one.
Logging out on a computer or web browser
Go to Twitter.com and look at the top right corner of the page. You'll see a three-dot menu icon (sometimes called a "more" menu). Click it to open a dropdown list of options.
Scroll down in this menu until you see "Log out". Click it. You'll be taken to the login page, and your session is ended. If you have multiple browser tabs open with Twitter, you may need to refresh them to see the logout take effect.
Some browsers save your login information automatically. Even after you log out, your browser might remember your username. This is a browser feature, not a Twitter feature — it's safe, but if you want to prevent this, you can clear your browser's saved passwords in your browser settings.
Logging out of all devices at once
If you want to disconnect from Twitter on every device you use — phone, tablet, computer — you can do this from one place. Log into Twitter on any device, then go to your account settings.
On a phone, tap the three-dot menu, then tap "Settings and privacy", then "Security and account access", then "Sessions". On a computer, click the three-dot menu, click "Settings and privacy", click "Security and account access", then click "Sessions".
You'll see a list of every device you're currently logged into, with the date and time of your last activity on each one. Click or tap "Log out of all other sessions" or "Log out of all sessions" to disconnect everywhere except the device you're using right now. This takes effect when ready on all your devices.
What happens after you log out
Once you log out, your account is not deleted or changed. Your tweets, followers, and messages stay exactly as they are. You're straightforward disconnected from that device.
If someone else uses the same device after you log out, they'll see the login screen. They cannot see your messages, your saved tweets, or any private information without logging in with their own account.
You can log back in anytime by entering your username (or email address) and password on the login screen. If you've forgotten your password, click "Forgot password?" on the login page and follow the steps to reset it using your email address.
The difference between logging out and deactivating
Logging out disconnects you from a device. Your account stays active, and you can log back in whenever you want. No one can see that you've logged out — it's invisible to other users.
Deactivating your account is different. It temporarily hides your profile, tweets, and followers list from public view. Your account can be reactivated within 30 days if you log back in. After 30 days, the account is permanently deleted.
If you only want to take a break from Twitter without losing your account, logging out is the right choice. If you want to hide your profile from others, you can also change your privacy settings to make your account private instead of deactivating it.
Troubleshooting logout problems
If the logout button doesn't appear or doesn't work, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. On a phone, you can also try force-closing the app: swipe up from the bottom of the screen (iPhone) or tap the back button repeatedly (Android), then open the app again.
If you're on a computer and the menu won't open, make sure you're using a supported browser like Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge. If you're using an older version of your browser, update it and try again.
If you're still logged in after clicking logout, your browser may have cached the page. Clear your browser cache and cookies, then try logging out again. Instructions for this vary by browser — search "[your browser name] clear cache" for step-by-step directions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out delete my tweets or account?
No. Logging out only disconnects you from that device. Your tweets, followers, messages, and account settings remain unchanged. Your account is still active and visible to other users unless you've made it private.
Can I log out of Twitter on one device without affecting other devices?
Yes. When you log out on one device, you stay logged in on all other devices. Only that specific device is disconnected. If you want to log out everywhere, use the "Log out of all sessions" option in your account settings.
What if I log out and forget my password?
You can still get back in. On the login screen, click or tap "Forgot password?" and enter your email address. Twitter will send you a link to reset your password. Click the link, create a new password, and log in.
Is it safe to log out on a shared computer?
Yes, logging out is the right thing to do on a shared computer. It prevents the next person who uses that computer from accessing your account. Make sure you actually see the login screen before you walk away.
Why does Twitter still show me as online after I log out?
Twitter may take a few seconds to update your status. If you see yourself listed as online in someone else's direct messages, wait a minute and refresh the page. If it persists, try clearing your browser cache or restarting the app.