What logging out of all devices means and why you might do it
Logging out of all devices means ending your Facebook session on every phone, tablet, and computer where you are currently signed in — not just the one you are using right now. Facebook keeps you logged in across devices by default, so if you lose a phone or suspect someone else has accessed your account, you can disconnect all of them at once from your account settings.
This is different from logging out normally. When you tap the logout button on your phone, you only log out of that phone. Your account stays active on your laptop, tablet, and any other device. The "log out of all devices" option is a safety tool that cuts off access everywhere simultaneously.
You might use this if you have lent a device to someone, if you think your password has been compromised, or if you are selling or giving away a phone and want to make sure your account is not still accessible on it.
Key Takeaways
- You can log out of all devices at once from your account settings on any device where you are currently signed in.
- After you log out of all devices, you will need to sign back in on each device you use regularly, and Facebook will ask you to verify your identity.
- This action takes effect when ready across all devices and browsers.
- If you cannot access your account or do not remember your password, you will need to use Facebook's account recovery process instead of this method.
How to log out of all devices on Facebook using a phone or tablet
Open the Facebook app and tap the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) in the bottom right corner. Scroll down and tap Settings & Privacy, then tap Settings.
Scroll down to the section labeled How you use Facebook and tap Where you are logged in. You will see a list of all devices currently signed into your account, with the device you are using marked as "This is your current device." At the bottom of this list, tap Log out of all sessions or Log out everywhere (the exact wording varies by phone type and app version).
Facebook will ask you to confirm. Tap the confirmation button, and you will be logged out when ready. The app will return you to the login screen.
How to log out of all devices on Facebook using a computer
Go to facebook.com and sign in if you are not already. Click the downward-pointing arrow or your profile picture in the top right corner and select Settings & Privacy, then click Settings.
On the left side of the screen, click Where you are logged in or Security and login (depending on your account type). You will see a list of all devices and browsers currently signed in. At the bottom of this list, look for a button or link that says Log out of all sessions or Log out everywhere.
Click it and confirm when Facebook asks. You will be logged out when ready and returned to the login page.
What happens after you log out of all devices
Once you log out of all devices, your account is no longer accessible on any phone, tablet, or computer until you sign back in. If you have two-factor authentication turned on (a security feature that requires a code from your phone or email to log in), Facebook will ask for that code when you try to sign back in on each device.
The first time you log back in on a device, Facebook may ask you to verify your identity by confirming a code sent to your email or phone number. This is normal and is part of Facebook's security process. Keep your recovery email and phone number up to date so you can receive these codes.
If you have messenger installed as a separate app, you may need to log back into that app as well, depending on your device and settings.
If you cannot find the log out option
The location of this setting can shift slightly between app updates and between phones and computers. If you cannot find "Where you are logged in" or "Log out of all sessions," try searching within Settings. On a phone, look for a search icon at the top of the Settings menu. On a computer, use your browser's find function (Ctrl+F on Windows, Command+F on Mac) and search for the words "logged in" or "sessions."
If the option is not there at all, your account may not have access to this feature yet — Facebook rolls out features gradually to different regions and account types. In that case, you can change your password instead, which will also log you out of all devices. Go to Settings, find Password, and create a new one. You will then need to sign back in everywhere with the new password.
What to do if you do not remember your password
If you cannot sign into your account to reach the logout settings, you will need to use Facebook's account recovery process. Go to facebook.com and click Forgotten password? on the login screen. Enter the email address or phone number associated with your account.
Facebook will send you a link or code to reset your password. Follow the instructions in that email or text message. Once you have set a new password, you will be logged out of all devices automatically, and you can sign back in on each device with your new password.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will logging out of all devices delete my messages or photos?
No. Logging out only ends your session on those devices. All your messages, photos, posts, and account data remain on Facebook. When you sign back in, everything will be there.
Can I log out of all devices except one?
Not with a single action. You can only log out of all devices at once. However, you can then sign back in on the devices you want to use, leaving the others logged out.
How long does it take for the logout to work on all devices?
The logout happens when ready. Within seconds, you will be signed out on every device. You do not need to wait or refresh anything.
What if someone else has my password and is using my account?
Log out of all devices right away, then change your password to something new that only you know. If you think your account has been compromised, also check your email address and phone number in account settings to make sure they have not been changed.
Do I need to log out of all devices if I just want to log out of one?
No. You can log out of individual devices from the "Where you are logged in" list by clicking or tapping the device and selecting "Log out" for just that one. Use the "log out of all devices" option only when you want to disconnect everywhere at once.