The fastest way to log out depends on what device you're using
On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner, then select "Logout" from the menu that appears. On a phone or tablet, tap the three horizontal lines (called a menu icon) in the bottom right, scroll down to find your profile picture, tap it, then tap "Logout". The button location changed slightly after Twitter rebranded to X, but the logout option is still in the same general place on both the website and the mobile app.
If you're on a shared device or a public computer, logging out is important because it prevents the next person from accessing your account, sending posts from your name, or seeing your private messages. It takes about five seconds and is worth doing every time.
Key Takeaways
- On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right and select "Logout" from the dropdown menu.
- On a phone or tablet, tap the three horizontal lines at the bottom right, then your profile picture, then "Logout".
- Logging out on a shared device prevents other people from accessing your account or reading your messages.
- If you cannot find the logout button, you may be looking at an older version of the app — updating it usually fixes the problem.
Logging out on a web browser (computer or laptop)
Open Twitter or X in your browser and look for your profile picture in the top right corner of the screen. Click on it and a small menu will drop down with several options. "Logout" or "Log out" appears near the bottom of that menu. Click it, and you will be returned to the login page.
If you do not see your profile picture in the top right, you may already be logged out. Check the top right corner again — if you see a "Login" button instead, you are not signed in.
Logging out on the Twitter or X mobile app
Open the app and look at the bottom of your screen. You should see four icons: a home icon, a search icon, a compose icon, and three horizontal lines (the menu). Tap the three horizontal lines. Scroll down until you see your profile picture and name, then tap on it. A menu will appear with several options, including "Logout" or "Log out" near the bottom. Tap it to sign out.
On some older versions of the app, the menu icon may be in a different location or look slightly different. If you cannot find the three horizontal lines, try updating the app from your phone's app store — the newer version will have the menu in the standard location.
What happens after you log out
Once you log out, your account is no longer active on that device. No one can post, like, or reply as you unless they have your password and log back in. Your account itself is not deleted or changed — it still exists on Twitter's servers, and you can log back in anytime with your username and password.
If you are on a shared device, logging out is the basic step to protect your account. For extra security on a public or shared computer, you can also clear your browser's cookies and cached data after logging out, which removes any stored login information. Most browsers have this option under Settings or Preferences.
Logging out of all devices at once
If you want to log out of Twitter on every device where you are currently signed in — your phone, your laptop, a tablet, or anywhere else — you can do that from your account settings. On a computer, click your profile picture, select "Settings and privacy", then go to "Security and account access". Look for an option that says "Sessions" or "Active sessions" and select "Log out all other sessions" or similar wording. This will sign you out everywhere except the device you are currently using.
This is useful if you think someone else may have access to your account, or if you logged in on a device you no longer use and want to make sure it is no longer connected to your account.
If you cannot find the logout button
The location of the logout button can shift slightly depending on which version of the app or website you are using. If you have updated your app recently and the menu looks different, try scrolling down in the settings menu — the logout option may have moved lower on the list. If you are using an older version of the app, update it from your phone's app store and the menu should return to the standard layout.
If you are on a computer and still cannot find the logout button after clicking your profile picture, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser's cache. Sometimes a browser that has not been updated in a while will display an older version of the website where buttons are in slightly different places.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out delete my account or my posts?
No. Logging out straightforward signs you out of that device. Your account, posts, followers, and messages all remain exactly as they were. You can log back in anytime with your username and password and everything will be there.
What if I forget my password after I log out?
You can reset it on the login page. Click "Forgot password?" and Twitter will send you a link to your email address. Click the link, create a new password, and you can log back in. Make sure you have access to the email address connected to your account.
Is it safe to stay logged in on my phone?
It depends on who has access to your phone. If only you use it and you have a password or fingerprint lock, staying logged in is usually fine. If other people use your phone or if you lose it frequently, logging out after each use is safer.
Can I log out without going to settings?
Not directly from the main feed. You have to go through your profile picture menu or settings to find the logout button. It is intentionally not on the main page so you do not accidentally log out while scrolling.
What does "log out all other sessions" actually do?
It signs you out of your account on every other device you are currently logged into, but keeps you signed in on the device you are using right now. This is useful if you logged in somewhere you should not have, or if you are worried someone else accessed your account.