We all use Facebook—whether it’s to stay in touch, scroll through photos, or pass the time. But there are moments when you need to log out of Facebook, especially if you’re using someone else’s phone, a public computer, or switching between accounts.
Logging out might seem like a small step, but it’s important. It keeps your personal messages, photos, and private information safe, especially if you're not on your device.
In this guide, you’ll learn exactly how to log out of Facebook on desktop, mobile, and even remotely if you’ve left your account open on another device.
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If you’re using Facebook in a browser like Chrome or Firefox, logging out is quick and easy.
Open facebook.com.
Click on your profile icon (top right corner).
A dropdown menu will appear.
Click “Log Out.”
Once you click, you’ll be signed out and returned to the login page.
Tip: If you're on a shared computer, use an incognito window to avoid staying logged in accidentally.
The Facebook app looks different than the desktop version, but logging out is still easy.
Open the Facebook app.
Tap the three horizontal lines (menu button).
It's in the top-right corner on Android.
It's in the bottom-right corner on iPhone.
Scroll to the bottom.
Tap “Log Out.”
Confirm when asked.
That’s it! You’ll be taken back to the login screen.
Forgot to log out on your friend’s laptop? Don’t panic—Facebook lets you log out remotely from any device.
Visit facebook.com/settings or go to Settings & Privacy > Settings in the app.
Tap “Security and Login.”
Under “Where You're Logged In,” you'll see a list of all devices currently logged in to your account.
Find the device you want to log out of.
Tap the three dots, then tap “Log Out.”
Now that device no longer has access to your account.
Logging out is important, but there are more ways to keep your account safe. Here are a few tips:
Use a strong, unique password.
Turn on two-factor authentication for extra security.
Don’t save passwords on public or shared computers.
Review active sessions regularly to check for suspicious activity.
Avoid clicking on unknown links or apps that ask for Facebook access.
✅ Tip: Visit the Security Check on Facebook to review and tighten your privacy.