How To Sign Out of MacBook [Tutorial]
153How To Sign Out of MacBook [Tutorial]
Apple's Mac computers support multiple password-protected user profiles. Each profile can have its own programs, settings and files independent from other profiles on the same machine. Logging out of your profile before leaving the computer prevents other users of the same computer from accessing your files, programs and settings. You can manually log off a Mac using a keyboard shortcut or a menu option. However, in some settings, you may want to set your Mac to automatically log off for you when you are away from your computer.
You can set your Mac to automatically log out the current user after a set period of inactivity. This helps ensure that your information is secure when your Mac is unattended.
This tutorial will apply for MacBook Pro, Air, Mini's running the macOS operating system. This tutorial was performed on a macOS Big Sur system.