HT5395 How do I disable iMessage from syncing with my mac?

I noticed that when I was at my computer and my cell phone was here, that my iMessages are also popping up on my Mac. I want to disable it and I cant figure how to. Please help.

Do you mean you want to disable Messages altogether on your Mac?
If so, open the Messages app, go to Preferences>Accounts, and sign out.
Cheers,
GB

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