The fastest way to log out of eBay
To log out of eBay, click the account icon in the top right corner of the page, then select "Sign out" from the menu that appears. On the eBay app for iPhone or Android, tap the "Account" tab at the bottom, scroll down, and tap "Sign out". The process takes about five seconds and immediately ends your session.
If you are on a shared computer or public device, logging out is the basic step to prevent someone else from accessing your account. eBay does not keep you logged in forever — sessions typically expire after a period of inactivity — but manually signing out is faster and more reliable than waiting.
Key Takeaways
- Click the account icon in the top right corner of eBay.com and select "Sign out" to end your session immediately.
- On the eBay mobile app, tap "Account" at the bottom, scroll down, and tap "Sign out".
- Logging out on a shared or public device prevents other users from accessing your payment methods and purchase history.
- If you cannot find the account menu, clear your browser cookies or try a different browser before contacting eBay support.
Logging out on a computer or tablet
On any desktop or tablet browser, go to eBay.com and look for the account icon — it usually appears as a silhouette or the word "Account" in the top right corner of the page. Click it once. A dropdown menu will appear with several options, including "Sign out", "My eBay", and "Messages".
Click "Sign out" directly. You will be taken to a confirmation page that says you have been signed out. At this point, your session is ended. If you try to navigate back to your account page, eBay will ask you to sign in again.
If the account icon does not appear or the menu does not show a "Sign out" option, you may be using an older version of the eBay site. Try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache. If that does not work, try a different browser — sometimes cached data or browser extensions interfere with the menu.
Logging out on the eBay mobile app
Open the eBay app on your iPhone or Android phone. At the bottom of the screen, you will see five tabs: "Home", "Search", "Sell", "Notifications", and "Account". Tap the "Account" tab on the far right.
Scroll down to the bottom of the Account page. You will see a "Sign out" button in red text. Tap it once. The app will return to the sign-in screen, confirming that you have been logged out. The next time you open the app, you will need to enter your eBay username and password again.
What happens after you log out
Once you sign out, your eBay session ends immediately. Anyone using that device afterward cannot see your saved addresses, payment methods, or purchase history without signing in with your username and password. Your listings remain active and your account continues to exist — logging out does not delete anything or pause your sales.
If you are selling items, they will continue to appear in search results and your store (if you have one) will remain open. Buyers can still message you and purchase from you, though you will not see messages or notifications until you sign back in.
When to log out on shared devices
Always log out if you use a shared computer at work, school, a library, or an internet café. Logging out prevents the next person who uses that device from accessing your account, even if they do not know your password. This is especially important if the device has access to your payment methods or saved addresses.
If you use a personal device that only you access, logging out is less critical for security, though some people prefer to do it anyway as a habit. eBay sessions do expire on their own after a period of inactivity — typically several hours — so you are not at risk if you simply close the browser without signing out.
Troubleshooting if you cannot log out
If the "Sign out" button does not appear or does not work, try these steps in order. First, refresh the page by pressing F5 (Windows) or Command+R (Mac). Sometimes the page fails to load completely and the menu does not appear.
Second, clear your browser cookies. In Chrome, click the three dots in the top right, go to "Settings", then "Privacy and security", then "Clear browsing data". Select "Cookies and other site data" and click "Clear data". Then try to log out again.
Third, try a different browser. Open Firefox, Safari, or Edge and go to eBay.com. Sign in with your username and password, then try to sign out. If it works in the other browser, the problem is with your original browser, not your eBay account.
If none of these steps work, contact eBay support through the "Help & Contact" link at the bottom of any eBay page. Select "Account & login" as your topic and describe what happens when you try to sign out.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does logging out delete my saved addresses and payment methods?
No. Logging out only ends your current session. Your saved addresses, payment methods, and all other account information remain stored on eBay's servers. When you sign back in, everything will be exactly as you left it.
What if I forget to log out on a public computer?
If you realize you forgot to log out, you can sign in to your eBay account from any other device and change your password. This will force all other sessions to end, including the one on the public computer. Go to "Account settings" and select "Change password" to do this.
Can I log out of eBay on all devices at once?
eBay does not have a built-in option to sign out of all devices simultaneously. You must log out of each device separately. If you are concerned about unauthorized access, change your password instead — this will end all active sessions across all devices.
How long does eBay keep me logged in if I do not sign out?
eBay sessions typically expire after several hours of inactivity, though the exact time varies. For security, do not rely on automatic expiration on shared devices — always sign out manually before leaving the computer.