Remember to Sign Out: Why Closing the Browser Isn't Enough

Summary

Closing a browser window doesn't always sign you out of your NCU account. Learn how to sign out properly on shared and public computers and keep your account safe.

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Closing a browser window or tab doesn't always sign you out of your North Central University account. On a shared or public computer, the next person could get into your email, files, or Canvas.

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On shared or public computers

1

Sign out of each site

In Outlook, Canvas, and other NCU sites, select your profile picture or name, then Sign out.
2

Close every browser window

Close all windows, not just the tab you used.
3

Sign out of the computer

If you signed in to the computer itself, sign out of it too.

Using a computer that isn't yours? Open a private window first, and select No when asked to stay signed in. See How To: Allow Pop-Ups and Use a Private Window to Troubleshoot.

On your own devices

Get help

Still need help? Contact the IT Service Desk:

  • Call: 612.343.4170
  • Visit: Miller Hall 226
  • Hours: Monday–Thursday, 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.; Friday, 7:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. CT

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Article ID: 70914
Created
Sun 1/27/19 2:54 AM
Modified
Sun 10/25/26 7:04 PM
Audience
Employees
Students

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Single Sign-On (SSO) and Directory Services
Use this service to report a single sign-on (SSO) issue, request SSO for an application, change an existing SSO connection, or ask a question about university sign-in and directory access. To learn how SSO and directory services work at NCU, see Single Sign-On (SSO) and Directory Services at NCU.