The simplest way to log out of Facebook
To log out of Facebook, tap or click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner on your phone, or the downward arrow in the top right on a computer. Scroll down to find "Log Out" and tap or click it. You will be returned to the login screen, and your account will no longer be active on that device.
The exact location of this menu changes slightly depending on whether you are using the Facebook app, the Facebook website, or a mobile browser, but the principle is the same: find the menu tied to your account, then select the logout option. After you log out, anyone who picks up your phone or sits at your computer will see the login screen instead of your account.
If you cannot find the logout button or your device is acting unusually, the steps below walk through each platform separately so you can locate it on your specific screen.
Key Takeaways
- On the Facebook app for iPhone or Android, tap the three-line menu icon at the bottom right, scroll to the bottom, and tap "Log Out".
- On a computer using Facebook.com, click the downward arrow in the top right corner, then click "Log Out" from the dropdown menu.
- On a mobile web browser (Safari, Chrome, or Firefox), tap the three-line menu icon, scroll down, and tap "Log Out".
- Logging out removes your account from that device only — you will still be logged in on other phones, tablets, or computers unless you log out of those separately.
- If you want to log out of all devices at once, you can do this from your account settings under "Security and Login".
Logging out on the Facebook app (iPhone or Android)
Open the Facebook app and look at the bottom of your screen. You will see five icons: Home, Friends, Videos, Menu, and your profile picture. Tap the three horizontal lines, which is called the Menu icon. This opens a list of options.
Scroll all the way to the bottom of this menu. You will see "Log Out" as the last option. Tap it. Facebook will close and return you to the login screen. The next time someone opens the app on your phone, they will see the login screen, not your account.
Logging out on Facebook.com using a computer
Go to Facebook.com in your web browser. In the top right corner of the page, you will see a small downward-pointing arrow or your profile picture. Click on it. A dropdown menu will appear with several options.
Look for "Log Out" in this menu and click it. Your browser will take you to the Facebook login page. You are now logged out. If someone else uses your computer and opens Facebook, they will see the login screen instead of your account.
Logging out on Facebook using a mobile web browser
If you use Safari, Chrome, Firefox, or another browser on your phone to access Facebook instead of the app, the process is slightly different. Open Facebook in your browser and look at the bottom right of the screen. Tap the three horizontal lines (the Menu icon).
Scroll down to the very bottom of the menu. You will see "Log Out". Tap it, and you will be logged out. The next time you open Facebook in this browser, you will see the login screen.
What happens after you log out
Once you log out, your account is no longer active on that specific device. If you have Facebook open on your phone, your tablet, and your computer, logging out on your phone does not log you out on the tablet or computer. You must log out separately on each device.
Logging out does not delete your account or your messages. Your account still exists and all your information is still there. The next time you want to use Facebook, you can log back in with your email address or phone number and your password.
Logging out of all devices at once
If you want to log out of Facebook on every device you own without having to do it one by one, you can do this from your account settings. On a computer, click the downward arrow in the top right, then click "Settings and Privacy", then "Settings". On the left side, click "Security and Login".
Scroll down until you see "Where You're Logged In". This shows every phone, tablet, and computer that is currently logged into your account. Click "Log Out All Sessions" at the bottom of this section. This will log you out everywhere at once. You will need to log back in on any device you want to use Facebook on.
If you cannot find the logout button
If the logout option is not where this guide says it should be, Facebook may have recently changed its layout. Try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. If you are using an older version of the Facebook app, updating it from your phone's app store may restore the standard menu layout.
Another reason you might not see a logout button is if you are not actually logged in — you may be looking at the login screen already. Check the top of the screen to see if your name or profile picture appears. If it does not, you are already logged out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out delete my messages or photos?
No. Logging out only removes your account from that device. All your messages, photos, and account information remain on Facebook's servers and will be there when you log back in.
Can I log out without knowing my password?
Yes. You do not need your password to log out. You only need your password to log back in later. Logging out is a one-step process that does not require any account information.
What if I log out and then forget my password?
You can reset your password using the "Forgot Password" link on the Facebook login screen. You will need access to the email address or phone number connected to your account. Facebook will send you a link to create a new password.
If I log out, will my friends know?
No. Logging out is invisible to other people. Your friends cannot see when you log out, and it does not affect your friendships or your account in any way.
How do I know if I am actually logged out?
If you see the Facebook login screen with fields for your email and password, you are logged out. If you see your news feed or your profile, you are still logged in.