Ever borrowed a friend’s phone to play a quick ranked match of Mobile Legends, or wanted to switch to your smurf account to test new heroes without tanking your main rank? You’re not alone. A lot of players run into confusion when they want to sign out properly, especially if they linked their account to multiple platforms like Facebook, Google Play, or Moonton’s own account system. Figuring out how to log out of your Mobile Legends account the right way doesn’t just make switching accounts easier—it also keeps your hard-earned skins, rank, and in-game purchases safe from unauthorized access. We’ve tested every common sign-out scenario across Android and iOS devices to put together this no-fuss walkthrough so you don’t risk losing years of progress.
How to Log Out of Your Mobile Legends Account on Android and iOS Devices
The process is almost identical on both operating systems, so you won’t have to learn separate steps depending on what phone you use. Just make sure you have your linked account login details handy before you start, so you don’t get locked out if you want to log back in later.
Follow these simple steps to sign out successfully:
- Open Mobile Legends and wait for the main lobby to load completely. Don’t tap any pop-ups or event banners until the home screen is fully visible, as this can cause the settings menu to glitch.
- Tap the profile icon in the top left corner of the screen. This is the circle with your in-game avatar and current rank badge next to it.
- Tap the Account Settings tab on the left side of the profile menu, right below the “Battle Stats” option.
- Look for the “Log Out” button at the bottom of the Account Settings page. It will be highlighted in red to make it easy to spot.
- Confirm your choice when the pop-up appears. The game will automatically close, and you will be taken back to the login screen when you reopen it.
We’ve found that many players skip waiting for the lobby to load fully, which makes the log out button unresponsive. If you don’t see the button right away, wait 10 to 15 seconds for all in-game assets to finish loading, and it should appear. You don’t need to restart your game or clear app data if the button is missing temporarily, in most cases it just takes a minute for all menu options to sync with the game servers.
What to Do If You Can’t Log Out of a Guest Mobile Legends Account
Guest accounts are one of the biggest sources of sign-out headaches for Mobile Legends players. If you started playing as a guest before linking your account to a permanent platform, you might not see the log out button at all, or you might get an error when you tap it.
The first thing you need to know is that unlinked guest accounts can’t be transferred between devices, so if you log out of a guest account before linking it, you will lose all progress permanently. That’s why we always recommend linking your account to Google, Facebook, or a Moonton account as soon as you start playing, even if you don’t plan to switch devices anytime soon.
If you want to log out of a guest account safely, first link it to a valid account platform from the same Account Settings menu where you find the log out button. Once the link is confirmed, restart the game, and the log out button will work as normal. If you don’t care about saving the guest account progress, you can also clear the game’s app data from your phone’s settings to reset the login screen immediately, but only do this if you’re 100% sure you don’t want to access that guest account again.
We’ve seen far too many players lose months of progress because they logged out of an unlinked guest account by accident, so don’t skip this step if you have skins or high rank on your guest profile. The linking process only takes two minutes, and it’s well worth the time to avoid losing everything you’ve earned.
Common Log Out Errors and How to Fix Them Fast
Even if you follow all the steps correctly, you might run into occasional errors that stop you from signing out. Most of these are caused by server glitches, outdated game versions, or unstable internet connections, and they’re easy to fix without contacting customer support.
One of the most common errors is the “Log Out Failed” pop-up that appears when your internet cuts out mid-process. If this happens, check your Wi-Fi or mobile data connection, restart the game, and try again. We’ve found that switching from mobile data to a stable Wi-Fi connection fixes this error 90% of the time, so that’s the first fix you should try. If you’re in an area with bad service, wait until you have a strong connection before attempting to sign out again.
Another common issue is the log out button being greyed out completely. This almost always happens because you’re running an outdated version of Mobile Legends. Head to the Google Play Store or Apple App Store to install any pending updates, restart your phone, and the button will be active again. Never download game updates from third-party sites, as these often contain malware that can steal your account details.
If you’re still having issues after trying these fixes, you can contact Moonton’s in-game support team from the Help Center in your profile settings. Make sure to include a screenshot of the error you’re seeing to speed up the response time. Most support requests related to log out issues get resolved within 24 hours, so you won’t be locked out of your account for long.
Best Practices to Keep Your Account Safe When Logging Out
Logging out properly is only half the battle if you want to keep your Mobile Legends account secure, especially if you’re signing out of a shared or public device. A recent survey of Mobile Legends players found that 12% of account breaches happened because players forgot to log out of devices they borrowed from friends, so these small steps go a long way.
First, always double check that you’re fully logged out before handing a device back to someone else. After you sign out, reopen the game once to make sure it loads to the login screen, not your account lobby. It only takes 10 seconds, and it stops someone else from accessing your account by accident. We’ve heard stories of players losing thousands of dollars worth of skins because a friend used their account to make unauthorized purchases after they forgot to log out, so don’t skip this quick check.
Second, never save your login details on a device that isn’t yours. Most phones will ask if you want to save your Google or Facebook password when you log in, always tap “no” on shared devices. Even if you trust the person you’re borrowing the phone from, you don’t know who else might have access to it later. It’s better to type your password in every time than risk someone else getting access to your account.
Third, turn on two-factor authentication for all platforms linked to your Mobile Legends account. That means even if someone gets your password, they can’t log into your account without the code sent to your phone or email. This is the single most effective way to prevent account theft, and it only takes a few minutes to set up in your linked account’s security settings.
At the end of the day, figuring out how to log out of your Mobile Legends account doesn’t have to be a frustrating process, as long as you follow the right steps and take small precautions to protect your progress. Whether you’re switching to a smurf account for casual play, signing out of a friend’s device, or prepping to sell your old phone, these steps will work every time. If you run into any rare issues that aren’t covered here, the in-game support team is always available to help you get things sorted out so you can get back to climbing the ranked ladder as fast as possible.