Step-by-Step Guide: How to Sign Out of Your Apple ID on All Devices

Signing out of your Apple ID on all devices can be important for maintaining privacy, especially if you’re switching devices or suspect unauthorized access. Follow these detailed steps to ensure all your devices are detached from your Apple ID.

Step 1: Sign Out from Your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch

1. Open Settings:

   • On your home screen, locate and tap the "Settings" app.

2. Access Apple ID:

   • At the top of the Settings menu, tap on your name or profile picture to access the Apple ID menu.

3. Find the “Sign Out” Option:

   • Scroll down to the bottom of the Apple ID menu until you see the "Sign Out" option.

4. Enter Your Apple ID Password:

   • You may be prompted to enter your Apple ID password to turn off "Find My iPhone." Enter the password and tap "Turn Off."

5. Select Data to Keep:

   • You’ll be asked if you want to keep a copy of some data on this device. Toggle on the data you wish to keep a copy of before the final sign-out.

6. Confirm Sign-Out:

   • Tap "Sign Out" in the upper right corner. Confirm that you want to sign out of your Apple ID.

Step 2: Sign Out from Your Mac

1. Open System Preferences:

   • Click on the Apple menu in the top-left corner and select "System Preferences."

2. Click on Apple ID:

   • In System Preferences, click on "Apple ID."

3. Select “Overview”:

   • From the sidebar, select "Overview."

4. Sign Out:

   • Click on the “Sign Out” button.

5. Choose Data to Keep:

   • You’ll be prompted to choose what data you want to keep on your Mac. Select the checkboxes if you wish to keep a copy of contacts, calendars, etc.

6. Confirm:

   • Confirm the sign-out process.

Step 3: Sign Out from Apple TV

1. Open Settings:

   • On your Apple TV, go to the "Settings" app.

2. Select Users and Accounts:

   • Navigate to "Users and Accounts" and select your account.

3. Choose “Apple ID”:

   • Select the Apple ID option.

4. Sign Out:

   • Choose to "Sign Out" and confirm your decision.

Step 4: Sign Out from the Web (iCloud.com)

1. Visit iCloud.com:

   • Open a web browser and go to iCloud.com.

2. Log In:

   • Sign in using your Apple ID and password.

3. Access Account Settings:

   • Click on your name (located at the top-right corner) and select “Account Settings.”

4. Review and Remove Devices:

   • Scroll to the bottom where you see "My Devices." Click on individual devices and choose "Remove" to disassociate each device from your Apple ID.

Step 5: Remotely Sign Out from Devices

1. Use Find My App or Website:

   • Open the “Find My” app on another Apple device or go to iCloud.com and go to “Find iPhone.”

2. Access Devices List:

   • Click or tap on “Devices” to see all devices linked to your Apple ID.

3. Select and Remove Devices:

   • Click on a device, then select “Erase Device” if necessary, and then “Remove from Account” to sign out remotely.

Final Check

• Change Your Apple ID Password:

  • Consider changing your Apple ID password to ensure that any unauthorized devices are entirely blocked from access.

• Monitor Account Activity:

  • Regularly check for any unfamiliar devices or activities linked to your account.

By following these steps carefully, you can ensure that your Apple ID is signed out of all devices, securing your information and privacy.