To log out of a specific Google account on a computer with multiple signed-in accounts, you have a few options, depending on whether you want to sign out of one account while leaving others signed in, or sign out of all of them. Here's how:
Option 1: Signing Out of a Single Google Account
This method allows you to sign out of one account while remaining signed into your other accounts on the computer.
- Access your Google Account: Go to myaccount.google.com in your web browser. Make sure you are on the profile you want to sign out of. If not, switch to that account by clicking your profile picture in the top right corner and selecting the correct account.
- Navigate to Security: Once in your Google Account, look for the "Security" tab on the left-hand side of the page.
- Find "Your Devices": Scroll down the Security page until you find the section labeled "Your devices." This section displays all devices currently signed into your Google account.
- Manage Devices: Click on "Manage devices".
- Select the Computer: Find the computer you want to sign out from on the list of devices. Click on the device.
- Sign Out: Click "Sign out". You'll be asked to confirm your choice.
Alternatively, within a Google service like Gmail or YouTube:
- Click your profile picture: In the top right corner of the screen, click on your Google Account profile picture or initial.
- Select "Sign out": A menu will appear. Locate and select the "Sign out" option for the specific account you want to remove.
Option 2: Signing Out of All Google Accounts
This method signs you out of all Google accounts currently logged in on the web browser.
- Click your profile picture: In the top right corner of any Google service (like Gmail, YouTube, or the Google homepage), click on your Google Account profile picture or initial.
- Select "Sign out of all accounts": A menu will appear. Locate and select the "Sign out of all accounts" option. This will sign you out of every Google account you're currently logged into within that browser.
Important Considerations
- Browser Settings: Some browsers might have settings that automatically sign you back in to your Google accounts. Check your browser settings to prevent this if needed.
- Shared Computers: When using a shared computer, always sign out of your Google account(s) to protect your privacy.
- Account Security: Regularly review your "Your devices" section in your Google account security settings to monitor all signed-in devices and ensure your account's safety.