The fastest way to sign out depends on your TV model
To sign out of Apple TV on a smart TV, go to Settings, find the account or users section, and select Sign Out. The exact path changes depending on whether you have an Apple TV device, a Samsung, LG, Roku, or Fire TV with the Apple TV app installed. On an Apple TV box or Apple TV app, you will see the option in Settings under your profile name. On third-party smart TVs, the Apple TV app's settings menu holds the sign-out button.
Signing out removes your Apple ID from that device entirely. Anyone using the TV afterward will not see your account, your watch history, or your saved shows. If you share the TV with others or are selling it, signing out is the step that matters most.
Key Takeaways
- On Apple TV devices, go to Settings, select your profile name at the top, and choose Sign Out.
- On Samsung, LG, Roku, and Fire TV, open the Apple TV app, go to its settings, and find the sign-out option in the account menu.
- Signing out removes your Apple ID, watch history, and saved shows from that device permanently.
- If you cannot find the sign-out button, restarting the app or the TV itself often makes it appear.
Sign out on an Apple TV device
If you own an Apple TV box (the small black device that connects to your TV), the sign-out process is straightforward. Press the Menu button on your remote to open the main menu, then navigate to Settings. Scroll down and select your profile name or account at the top of the Settings menu.
Once you open your account section, you will see a Sign Out option. Select it, and the system will ask you to confirm. Choose Sign Out again, and your Apple ID will be removed from the device. The TV will return to the home screen, and no account will be active.
Sign out on Samsung, LG, and other smart TVs with the Apple TV app
If you have the Apple TV app installed on a Samsung, LG, or other smart TV brand, the sign-out button lives inside the app itself, not in the TV's main settings. Open the Apple TV app from your home screen or app menu. Once the app is open, look for a menu icon (usually three horizontal lines) or navigate to the app's settings.
In the Apple TV app settings, find the section labeled Account, Users, or Profile. Select your account name, and you will see the Sign Out option. Confirm the sign-out, and your Apple ID will be removed from the app on that TV. You can still use other apps on the TV; only the Apple TV app loses your account.
Sign out on Roku with the Apple TV app
On a Roku TV or Roku device with the Apple TV app, open the app and press the Options button on your Roku remote (it looks like an asterisk or star). A menu will appear with options including Sign Out. Select it and confirm.
If the Options button does not work, navigate to the app's main menu and look for a Settings or Account option. Once you find it, select your profile and choose Sign Out. The app will clear your account from that Roku device.
Sign out on Amazon Fire TV with the Apple TV app
On a Fire TV device or Fire TV-enabled TV, open the Apple TV app and press the Menu button on your remote. Scroll down to find Settings or Account. Select your account name, and you will see the Sign Out option listed below it.
Select Sign Out and confirm the action. Your Apple ID will be removed from the Apple TV app on that Fire TV device. If you use other apps on the same Fire TV, they will remain signed in unless you sign out of those separately.
What happens after you sign out
Once you sign out, your watch history, saved shows, and personalized recommendations disappear from that device. If someone else uses the TV, they will see a blank Apple TV app with no account active. They can sign in with their own Apple ID, and the app will load their account and history instead.
Signing out does not delete your Apple TV subscription or your account on Apple's servers. Your account still exists, and you can sign back in on any device at any time using the same Apple ID and password. It only removes your account from that specific TV.
What to do if the sign-out button does not appear
If you navigate to Settings or Account and do not see a Sign Out option, try closing the Apple TV app completely and reopening it. On most smart TVs, you can do this by pressing the Home button and then selecting the app again from your apps menu.
If that does not work, restart the TV itself by unplugging it for 10 seconds and plugging it back in. Once the TV restarts, open the Apple TV app again and return to Settings or Account. The Sign Out button usually appears after a restart. If it still does not show, check that you are in the correct menu — some TVs hide the account section under a different name like Profile or User.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will signing out delete my Apple TV subscription?
No. Signing out only removes your account from that device. Your subscription remains active on your Apple ID, and you can sign back in on any other device or the same TV whenever you want. Your subscription status does not change.
Can I sign out of Apple TV without a remote?
Most smart TVs require a remote to navigate Settings and find the Sign Out button. If your remote is lost, you can use a universal remote, a smartphone app (if your TV supports it), or contact the TV manufacturer for a replacement remote. Some newer TVs have voice control through Alexa or Google Assistant, which may let you navigate to settings hands-free.
What if I forget my Apple ID password after signing out?
You can reset your Apple ID password on any computer or phone by visiting iforgot.apple.com. Enter your Apple ID email, follow the verification steps, and create a new password. Once you have a new password, you can sign back into the Apple TV app on your TV using the updated credentials.
Does signing out of Apple TV sign me out of other apps on the TV?
No. Signing out of the Apple TV app only affects that app. Other apps like Netflix, Disney+, or Hulu remain signed in with their own accounts. You would need to sign out of each app separately if you want to remove all accounts from the TV.
Can I sign out of Apple TV remotely from my phone?
You cannot sign out of the Apple TV app on a specific TV from your phone. You must use the TV itself and its remote to navigate to Settings and select Sign Out. However, you can change your Apple ID password from your phone, which will sign you out of the app on all devices automatically after a short delay.