How to Sign Out of Sonos and Sign In With a Different Account
This procedure explains how to switch the Sonos app to a different account without performing a factory reset.
This is useful when you simply want to log into another Sonos account on your phone or tablet.
When to Use This Method
- You want to use a different Sonos login in the app
- You are temporarily managing multiple Sonos systems
- You do not need to transfer ownership of the speaker
- The device is already assigned to the correct Sonos household
What This Method Does
- Signs the app out of one Sonos account
- Lets you sign back in with another Sonos account
- Does not factory reset the speaker
- Does not transfer device ownership by itself
Important: This option changes the account logged into the app. It does not cleanly transfer a Sonos device
from one owner to another.
from one owner to another.
Step 1 — Open the Sonos App
- Launch the Sonos app on the phone or tablet you are using.
- Go to Settings.
- Open the Account section.
Step 2 — Sign Out of the Current Sonos Account
- Tap Sign Out.
- Confirm the sign-out if prompted.
Step 3 — Sign In With the Other Sonos Account
- Select Sign In.
- Enter the email address and password for the other Sonos account.
- Complete any verification prompts if required.
Step 4 — Verify What System You Are Controlling
- Check that the expected Sonos system appears in the app
- Confirm the room list is correct
- Play audio to verify control
Limitations of This Method
- It does not remove the speaker from the prior household
- It does not erase the speaker’s existing setup
- It may leave ownership and support responsibilities unclear
- It is not the best option for a true customer handoff
Best Use Cases
- Temporary testing
- Managing multiple sites
- Logging into the correct account after a mistaken sign-in
- Verifying customer access without resetting hardware
When You Should Use the Other Method Instead
If the customer should fully own the speaker and system, use the factory-reset-and-readd method instead.
That is the correct procedure for a proper ownership handoff.