docker logout

The docker logout command is used to log out from a Docker registry. This command removes the credentials stored in the Docker configuration file, effectively ending the session with the specified registry.

Basic Syntax

docker logout [SERVER]

Parameters

SERVER: The registry server to log out from. If not specified, Docker defaults to Docker Hub (https://index.docker.io/v1/).

Examples

Logging out from Docker Hub
docker logout
This command logs out from Docker Hub.
Logging out from a Private Registry
docker logout myprivateregistry.com
This command logs out from the specified private registry.

Conclusion

The docker logout command is essential for securely ending sessions with Docker registries. Understanding its parameters allows you to effectively manage your Docker registry logins.

Last modified: 05 December 2024