Kijelentkezett

"Kijelentkezett" is a Hungarian term that literally translates to "logged out" or "signed out." In everyday usage it describes the act of terminating an online session on a computer, smartphone or other digital device. The word also appears in a number of cultural products and has become a recognizable title in Hungarian cinema and literature.

One of the most notable uses of the term is as the title of a 2021 Hungarian drama film. The movie follows the story of a young woman who finds herself abruptly disconnected from the digital world she once relied on, and it uses the theme of disconnection to explore identity, privacy and the consequences of a media‑centric society. The film is filmed in a realistic style and features a small but powerful cast, with the story centred on the protagonist’s emotional journey through loss and self‑discovery. It premiered at several international film festivals and received praise for its nuanced performance and restrained direction.

Besides the film, "Kijelentkezett" has also been used as the title of a short Hungarian novel that explores similar themes of isolation in the age of social media. The book reflects on how the virtue of disconnecting can lead to both liberation and increased loneliness.

In digital culture, the phrase has entered casual conversation as a metaphor for stepping away from technology, with many people using it in social media posts to indicate a break from online platforms. The term’s popularity underscores the growing societal interest in balancing connectivity with personal boundaries.