Step-by-Step Guide to Logging Out of Signal Desktop and Switching Accounts

Many users are curious about how to log out of Signal Desktop and whether it’s a feasible option. In this guide, we will address this question along with others you may have.

How can I sign out of the Signal Desktop application?

To begin with, it’s important to note that there isn’t a direct logout feature in Signal Desktop. However, you can utilize a few alternative methods to effectively sign out.

1. Set Up a New User Profile and Install Signal

1. Launch the Settings application.
2. Go to Accounts, then click on Other Users.
   

   

3. Click on Add other user, then select Add Account.
   

   

4. Choose Add a user without a Microsoft account.
   

   

5. Follow the prompts to complete the account creation.
6. After completing the process, log out and switch to this new account.
7. Pair Signal with a different phone number.

By switching accounts, you’ll effectively “log out”of Signal.

2. Disconnect Signal Desktop from Your Phone

1. Open Signal Desktop, navigate to File, and select Settings.
2. Go to Privacy and click on Delete Data.
   

   

3. You will be signed out of Signal at this point.
4. If you wish to use Signal Desktop again, you will need to reestablish the connection.

According to the developers of Signal, even after unlinking from your computer, your messages will be preserved as long as you continue to link with the same phone number.

How can I switch accounts on Signal Desktop?

This functionality isn’t directly built into the app, but there are methods to operate multiple accounts on Signal Desktop.

While there are various approaches, the most straightforward method is utilizing Signal Desktop’s command line interface.

We hope this guide has clarified how to sign out of Signal Desktop along with the app’s inherent limitations.

If you’re considering following these steps, especially when it comes to unlinking, it’s advisable to read up on transferring Signal Desktop chat history so that important data is not lost.

Author: Egor Kostenko

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