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How to Remotely Sign Out Users from Computers and Smart Devices via Google Admin Console

Google WorkspaceApril 18, 20251 min1,870 views
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Remotely Signing Out Users

  • 💡 This guide demonstrates how to remotely sign out users from managed devices using the Google Admin Console.
  • 🔑 Administrator access and the Shared device settings privilege are required to perform this action.

Navigating the Admin Console

  • ➡️ Begin by logging into the Google Admin Console with an administrator account.
  • 🖱️ Navigate to Menu > Devices > Overview.
  • 💻 Then, click on Endpoints to view a list of all managed devices.

Selecting Devices and Signing Out

  • ☑️ Select the specific device or devices from which you need to sign out users by checking the boxes next to their names.
  • ⬇️ After making your selections, click More at the top and choose Sign out user from the drop-down menu.
  • ✅ Confirm the action by clicking Sign out user to immediately terminate the user session on the selected devices.

Benefits of Force Logouts

  • 🔒 Regularly implementing force logouts can significantly enhance security and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  • ⏱️ This process allows administrators to quickly and efficiently manage user sessions.
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