How to remove an account in OneDrive

Remove a OneDrive account from a computer (Windows/Mac)

  1. Select the OneDrive cloud in your notification area to show the OneDrive pop-up.
    Blue and white OneDrive icons
  2. Select the OneDrive Help and Settings icon  Settings  then select Settings.
  3. Go to the Account tab.
    A screenshot showing the Account tab in OneDrive settings.
  4. Select Unlink this PC, and then select Unlink account.

Note

  • You won't lose files or folder by removing an account. After unlinking, all your files will be available from OneDrive on the web.
  • Files marked as Icon for OneDrive file available on this device Available on this device will remain in your computer's OneDrive folders.
  • Files marked as Icon for OneDrive file available when online Available when online will only be accessible from OneDrive on the web.
  • If you only want to removed certain folders, read how to Choose which OneDrive folders to sync to your computer.

Remove a OneDrive account from a mobile device (iOS/Android)

  1. Tap your profile picture or the Person icon in OneDrive app for iOS icon.
  2. Tap Settings.
  3. Tap OneDrive mobile more details arrow by the account to be removed, then Sign out.

Note

  • You won't lose files or folder by removing an account. After signing out, all your files will be available from OneDrive on the web.
  • Any offline or saved files will remain on your device. 

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