Here's how to remove your Gmail account from your phone. Find out how to do this on Android and iOS devices.
Signing out of Gmail on your Android phone, iPhone (iOS), or computer is a simple process. As with the web version of the Service, users can sign out of their accounts to prevent third parties from accessing their data.
Anyone you share your device with or have your items stolen can also log out of your account to avoid any problems. In this guide, you'll learn how to log out of Gmail on Android and iPhone (iOS) devices, as well as how to log out of your account remotely. See below.
Can I sign out of Gmail on my Android phone?
The answer is yes. Gmail is one of the main Google apps natively available on Android devices. This tool is classified as a core operating system application, so it cannot be completely removed, but you can disable the service, prevent it from running in the background, or simply log out of the account you are logged into with your email.
For more information on how to sign out of Gmail on Android, check out our full walkthrough.
Android App
The only way to sign out of Gmail on your Android device is to permanently log out of your Google Account from your phone or tablet. If you sign out of your account, apps like Maps, YouTube, and Google Docs will no longer work. However, this will not delete your account; it will remain inactive and you will be able to access it again.
This is an alternative for those who want to delete their personal data before handing over their device to someone else. In this case, be sure to create a backup before leaving to ensure the safety of your data.
Step by step guide to sign out of Gmail on Android
- Step 1: Open the Gmail app on your Android smartphone or tablet.
- Step 2: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Step 3: Then, go to “Manage your Google Account” or “Manage your account on this device”.
- Step 4: Select the account you want to delete.
- Step 5: Select the “remove account” button and confirm your action again.
How to Sign Out of Gmail on iPhone or iPad (iOS)
Similar to Android systems, signing out of Gmail on iOS requires removing your Google Account from your device. All synced apps will no longer work on your iPhone (because that login is required), but your account will remain active and you can access it later. Don't forget to create a backup so you can access your data when needed. To sign out of Gmail on your iPhone or iPad, follow the steps.
- Step 1: Open the Gmail app on your iPhone or iPad.
- Step 2: Click on your profile picture in the top right corner.
- Step 3: Then go to “Manage accounts on this device”.
- Step 4. Click “Remove from this device”.
How to log out remotely
If you lose your device or can't remember which device you signed in to your account on, you can also sign out remotely. Here's how:
- Step 1: Access your Google Account via the link https://myaccount.google.com/.
- Step 2: Go to the left menu and click on “Security”.
- Step 3: Next, scroll down the menu and click on the “Your Devices” window or “Manage All Devices” button.
- Step 4: Select and click on the device you want to disconnect and click the “Sign Out” button in the next window.
- Step 5: Finally, click “Remove”.
