Can you reclaim instant control of every session tied to your account with a few quick actions?
This article gives clear, repeatable steps that work on the website and mobile apps. You will learn where to find Sessions, how to end sessions one by one, and when to choose a full reset.
On desktop, use the Settings and privacy path or the direct shortcut. In apps, follow the Profile icon into security controls. Each view lists active sessions by device and location so you see what you’re ending.
Finish with stronger security: change passwords, enable Two‑Factor Authentication, and prune third‑party access. If errors occur, update the app, clear cache, or try another browser.
Key Takeaways
- Use built‑in controls on the website or mobile apps to end sessions quickly.
- Review session details by device and location before removing access.
- Pick a full sign‑out or remove sessions one at a time for precision control.
- Update credentials and enable Two‑Factor Authentication after any reset.
- Troubleshoot failures by updating apps, clearing cache, or switching browsers.
Understand why logging out other devices protects your security and data
Every open session is a live connection that may grant unintended control. An active session can let someone post, read direct messages, or pull profile media and sensitive data without your consent.
Common risks include account compromise and loss of private content. Weak or reused credentials amplify credential‑stuffing attacks and make recovery harder if recovery options are missing.
- Leftover sessions increase risk: open access allows posting, reading DMs, and data extraction.
- Insecure login habits invite automated attacks and stolen credentials.
- Open sessions may expose drafts, settings, and linked media—impacting privacy and data.
When to act: use a full sign‑out when you suspect compromise, used a public computer, or can’t identify a suspicious entry. Choose a device‑by‑device sign‑off when the list looks familiar and you only need to remove one entry.
Quick mitigation: change your password, then end sessions to invalidate tokens. Enable Two‑Factor Authentication and revoke unused third‑party app access to improve account access resilience. Treat this as a repeatable process: run a monthly session audit and clean out after travel or events.
Quick steps to log devices out on the website and app
Use the built-in settings path on web or the app menu to clear active sessions fast.
Web steps
From the desktop page: open More → Settings and privacy → Security and account access → Apps and sessions.
Open Sessions, then click Log out all other sessions and confirm in the dialog. You can also jump straight to the page via twitter.com/settings/applications for speed.
App steps (iPhone and Android)
Tap your profile icon, open Settings and privacy, then go to Security and account access → Apps and sessions → Sessions.
Tap the button to Log out all other sessions, then confirm. These steps match current app builds for both platforms.
- Check listed device entries before you confirm so you keep your current session.
- Repeat these steps after a password change or when you spot unknown entries.
Step-by-step on the web browser
Start in a desktop browser and sign in at x.com. Use the left rail and choose More, then open Settings and privacy to begin.
Next, select Security and account access, then choose Apps and sessions. This view lists active sessions by device, location, and recent activity.
Review and clear sessions
Under Sessions, select Log out all other sessions and confirm the prompt. This invalidates tokens everywhere except your current browser.
If you want precision, pick a single entry from the sessions list and remove it individually. After any change, refresh the page and verify the session count and entries update for your account.
Shortcut and quick checklist
- Open your browser and sign in at x.com, then choose More from the left rail.
- Click Settings and privacy → Security and account access → Apps and sessions.
- Under Sessions, click log for all except the current session, or remove one item.
- Prefer a shortcut? Visit twitter.com/settings/applications for the same management screen.
Step-by-step in the X app on iPhone and Android
Use the mobile app when you’re on a phone. The path is quick and sits inside the profile controls. Follow each step and confirm the change in the Sessions view.
Tap your profile icon to open the menu
Open the app and tap your profile icon. The side menu appears with account options and settings.
Go to Settings and privacy → Security and account access → Apps and sessions → Sessions
Choose Settings and privacy, then select Security and account access. Open Apps and sessions, then the Sessions entry to view active sign‑ins.
Tap Log out all other sessions and confirm
Tap Log out all other sessions and accept the confirmation. Your current phone stays signed in while other sessions are removed.
- Update the app if the sessions option is missing.
- To remove only one entry, open it in Sessions and tap log for that single session.
- After changes, refresh and recheck the sessions list for confirmation.
- For shared phones, finish with a password update and enable 2FA for stronger account protection.
Manage sessions and third‑party app access
Use the Apps and sessions panel for targeted session control and app permissions. This view shows active sign‑ins and a list of connected apps so you can act precisely.
Sign out of a specific session instead of all devices
Choose precision when only one session looks suspicious.
Open Sessions, select the session entry that matches the unknown device or location, and remove it. This ends that single session while you keep your current login active.
If several entries are unfamiliar, repeat the removal for each session. Combine these removals with a password update when you see suspicious activity.
Revoke access for connected apps from Apps and sessions
Switch to the connected apps list inside Apps and sessions. Review each app and revoke access for tools you no longer use.
- Keep only essential apps — fewer integrations reduce your account attack surface.
- Schedule quarterly checks to prune stale connections and old log sessions.
- Document changes so your team knows which apps retain account access.
Need a full sign‑out guide or troubleshooting steps? See this short sign‑out guide and check app error fixes for related issues: sign‑out guide and app error fixes.
Troubleshooting and stronger security practices
If the sign‑out action fails, start by updating the app and your browser. Old builds often break the session refresh or the button used for session control.
Fixes for a stalled session removal
Try quick environment checks first.
- Clear cache and cookies, then retry; stale tokens block proper session changes.
- Disable extensions such as ad blockers or privacy tools that hide UI elements in the menu.
- Switch browsers or another device to see if the issue is local to one setup.
- Reinstall the app if glitches persist; that often repairs broken UI and button behavior.
Account safety steps
Change your password immediately after any suspected breach and review account access entries. Then enable Two‑Factor Authentication and add backup options.
If you hit 2FA barriers with a lost phone, use alternate recovery codes or backup methods you preconfigured. For detailed recovery scenarios, consult this guide on two‑factor problems.
Handling a missing phone
If the phone is missing, act fast: change the password, revoke sessions that list unfamiliar profile or media access, and contact support when recovery options fail.
These steps keep your security tight and restore account access with minimal disruption. Repeat this checklist after travel or any suspicious activity.
Take control of your X account now
Take a minute now and secure your account by ending active sessions from the Settings menu.
Open the website or the app, follow Settings and privacy → Security and account access → Apps and sessions → Sessions, then choose the option to log devices out everywhere or remove single entries you do not recognize.
Confirm the change with the button, then scan the page so the session count reflects your update. Revoke unused apps and review permissions while you’re there to tighten privacy and access.
For recovery tips and extra steps after a failed session change, see this discussion of similar issues: device and login recovery notes.
Bookmark this article and the settings shortcut so you can repeat the process after major login events or team handoffs.
