The fastest way to log out depends on what you're using
Logging out of Spotify takes different steps depending on whether you're on a phone, computer, or web browser. On a phone, you go to Settings, scroll to Log Out, and confirm. On a desktop app, the logout button is in the menu under your username. In a web browser, it's in the account menu in the top right. The process takes under a minute on any device, and you'll need to enter your password again the next time you want to use Spotify.
You might log out because you're using someone else's device, selling or giving away a phone, or you want to end a session you don't recognize. Logging out is different from straightforward closing the app — closing the app leaves you signed in, so anyone picking up the device can play music from your account and see your listening history.
Key Takeaways
- On iPhone or Android, open Settings in the Spotify app, scroll down, and tap Log Out to sign out when ready.
- On Windows or Mac desktop, click the down arrow next to your username at the top of the app and select Log Out.
- In a web browser, click your profile icon in the top right corner and choose Log Out from the menu.
- Logging out removes your account from that device but does not delete your playlists, saved songs, or account settings.
- If you cannot find the logout option, you can also sign out remotely from your Spotify account settings on any web browser.
Logging out on iPhone and Android
Open the Spotify app and tap the Home icon at the bottom if you're not already there. Tap your profile picture or username in the top right corner — it usually shows a circular image or your initials. This opens your profile menu.
Scroll down to the bottom of the menu until you see Settings. Tap Settings, then continue scrolling down past all the audio and playback options until you reach the very bottom of the list. You'll see a Log Out button in red text. Tap it, and Spotify will ask you to confirm. Tap Log Out again, and you're signed out. The next time you open Spotify, you'll see the login screen.
Logging out on Windows and Mac desktop
Open the Spotify desktop app. At the very top of the window, you'll see your username or profile picture. Click the small down arrow next to it — on Windows this is usually in the top right corner, and on Mac it's in the top left. A dropdown menu appears.
Click Log Out from this menu. Spotify will close and return to the login screen. You won't need to restart the app — it happens automatically. The next time you open Spotify on that computer, you'll need to enter your email and password.
Logging out in a web browser
Go to open.spotify.com or spotify.com and make sure you're signed in. In the top right corner of the page, click your profile icon or username. A small menu drops down with several options.
Click Log Out at the bottom of this menu. You'll be signed out when ready, and the page will return to the Spotify home screen. If you try to access your account again in that browser, you'll need to log in with your email and password.
Signing out from all devices at once
If you want to log out of Spotify on every device you use without going to each one individually, you can do this from your account settings. Go to open.spotify.com in any web browser and log in if you're not already signed in.
Click your profile icon in the top right and select Account. Scroll down until you see a section called "Sign out everywhere" or "Sign out of all devices." Click the button, and Spotify will sign you out of every device connected to your account. You'll need to log back in on each device the next time you want to use Spotify.
What happens after you log out
When you log out, Spotify removes your account from that device. Your playlists, saved songs, followers, and all your account settings stay exactly as they are — logging out doesn't delete anything. The next person to use that device won't see your listening history, recommendations, or personal information.
If you log back in on the same device later, everything will be there. Spotify remembers your account even after you've logged out. You can also log in to a different account on the same device without any problems.
When you should log out
Log out if you're using a shared device like a family computer, a device you're about to sell or give away, or a phone you borrowed. You should also log out if you see a device in your account settings that you don't recognize — this could mean someone else has access to your account.
If you're just taking a break from Spotify and using your own device, you don't need to log out. Closing the app is fine. But if there's any chance someone else will use the device, logging out is the safest choice because it prevents them from accessing your account without a password.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will logging out delete my playlists or saved songs?
No. Logging out only removes your account from that device. All your playlists, saved songs, followers, and listening history stay on your Spotify account. When you log back in on any device, everything will be there.
What if I can't find the logout button?
Try signing out from your account settings instead. Go to open.spotify.com, click your profile icon, select Account, and look for "Sign out everywhere" or a similar option. This will log you out of all devices at once.
Can I log out of Spotify on someone else's device?
Yes. If you logged into Spotify on another person's phone or computer, you can log out by following the same steps on that device. You can also go to your account settings on any web browser and use "Sign out everywhere" to log out of all devices, including theirs.
Do I need to log out if I'm just closing the app?
If it's your own device, closing the app is fine. But if someone else might use the device, you should log out. Closing the app leaves you signed in, so the next person can play music and see your account without entering a password.
What should I do if I see a device I don't recognize in my account?
Go to open.spotify.com, click your profile icon, and select Account. Look for a section showing active devices or sessions. You can usually click a device to sign out of it remotely. If you see something suspicious, change your Spotify password as well.