To log out of Pokémon GO, tap the Poké Ball button at the bottom of the map screen, tap Settings (the gear icon in the top-right corner), scroll to the bottom, and tap Sign Out. Tap Yes to confirm. The game returns to the sign-in screen, where you can log in with a different account.
These steps work on iPhone and Android. Below you’ll learn how to switch accounts, what happens to your progress, and how to fix sign-in problems.
How to sign out of Pokémon GO
- Open Pokémon GO and wait for the map to load.
- Tap the Poké Ball at the bottom center of the screen.
- Tap Settings in the top-right corner.
- Scroll all the way to the bottom and tap Sign Out.
- Tap Yes to confirm.
How to switch to another account
- Sign out using the steps above.
- On the sign-in screen, choose how that account signs in: Google, Apple, Facebook, a kids account, or the Pokémon Trainer Club.
- Sign in with the account’s details.
If you tap Google or Apple and it signs you back in to the wrong account automatically, sign out of that account in your phone’s settings or choose Use another account on the sign-in prompt.
What happens when you sign out?
- Your progress, Pokémon, and items stay saved on your account. Nothing is deleted.
- Adventure Sync and notifications for that account stop on this device until you sign back in.
- If the account isn’t linked to a sign-in method you can access, you may not be able to get back in. Check Settings > Account Linking before signing out.
For daily training rewards, see Team Leader battles in Pokemon GO.
Troubleshooting
- Can’t find Sign Out: Scroll all the way down in Settings. Update the app if the menu looks different.
- Signed back in automatically: The game remembers your Google or Apple login. Sign out of that account on the device, or choose a different one at sign-in.
- Forgot which login you used: Try each sign-in option you might have used. Linking multiple sign-in methods in Account Linking prevents this problem in the future.
Frequently asked questions
Does deleting the app log me out?
Yes, on that device. Your progress stays on your account and comes back when you reinstall and sign in.
Can I be signed in on two phones?
You can sign in to the same account on more than one device, but only play on one at a time.
How do I delete my Pokémon GO account?
That’s done through the game’s official support site or in-app account deletion request, not by signing out. Deletion is permanent.
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