iCloud: How to log off an Apple device

In Apple's iCloud you can store your data such as pictures. You can regulate exactly which data should be stored and which not. If you don't want to store any data in the cloud at all, it may be advisable to log your device out of the iCloud completely.

How to log off an Apple device from iCloud?

How to log off from iCloud is related to the operating system you use. This is where iOS and OS X differ. On the mobile device, proceed as follows:

1. If you want to log off a mobile device such as an iPhone or iPad from the iCloud, you must first go to the settings of the device.
2. Now tap further on "iCloud". You will find this option a little further down the list of settings.
3. In this menu, you will discover the option "Sign out" at the very bottom. Tap on it and confirm the prompt. If you have successfully logged out of iCloud, your device can also no longer be found via "Find my iPhone".

On Mac log out

1. On Mac OS X it behaves a little differently. First, go to the top of the bar on the Apple icon and open the "System Preferences".
2. Here you then further click on the option "iCloud". Now you will see all the content that is synced with iCloud.
3. On the left you will find the "Logout" button. Klicken Sie diesen an, um sich von der iCloud abzumelden.