How to Sign Out Other Users in Windows 11

Windows 11 lets multiple people use the same computer with their own private accounts. Sometimes, someone might leave their account signed in when they are finished. This can slow down your computer or create security risks. You can easily sign them out without needing their password.

Why: You should sign out inactive users to free up system memory and keep your personal data secure.

What happens: The user will be completely logged out, and any programs they were running will close. Any work they did not save will be lost.

Using Task Manager

This method is the easiest way to see who is logged in and end their session.

1. Open the Start menu, search for Task Manager, and open the app. You can also press CTRL + SHIFT + Esc on your keyboard.

2. If you see a small window, click More details.

3. Click the Users tab at the top.
4. Select the account you want to sign out.
5. Click the Sign out button at the bottom of the window. %%LNK0%%

A warning will appear telling you that unsaved data might be lost. Click Sign-out user to confirm.

Using Command Prompt (Admin Required)

If you prefer using text commands, you can use the Command Prompt. Note: This requires administrative privileges.

1. Click Start, search for cmd, right-click it, and select Run as administrator.

2. To see a list of everyone currently logged in, type the following command and press Enter:

query session

3. Look at the ID number next to the user you want to remove.
4. Type the following command, replacing 2 with the ID number you found:

logoff 2

The user will be signed out immediately without any further warnings.

Summary

Windows 11 allows multiple users to be logged in at the same time. If a user leaves their session active, you can sign them out using the Task Manager or the Command Prompt. This helps keep your computer running fast and secure. Always remember that signing someone out will close their apps and may cause them to lose any work they have not saved.