Modern Xiaomi smartphones, which are based on MIUI shells or the new HyperOS, offer users a high level of integration with Google services. Often you register on a site, log in to an application or connect to Wi-Fi, and the system kindly offers to save credentials. This is convenient, but there is a problem: after a few months or years, the password is forgotten, and access to an account or third-party service may be urgently required.
Fortunately, the Android architecture allows you to extract this information if you have previously given consent to save it. Owners of Redmi and Poco devices can use built-in security tools or access cloud storage. It is important to understand that to access this data, you will need to unlock the device screen using a pin code, a pattern lock or a fingerprint.
In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to recover forgotten character combinations. We will look at standard methods through phone settings, working with the Chrome browser and the nuances associated with two-factor authentication. Password viewing is possible only for those accounts that were previously saved in the Google password manager or on the device. Without saving first, you will not be able to restore the forgotten combination through the phone settings.
Using the built-in Android password manager
Starting with Android 10 and up, which is installed on most current Xiaomi smartphones, the system has a built-in credentials manager. This is the most reliable and quick way to find the right information, since it does not require installing third-party software. The interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI, but the logic remains the same for all devices.
To get into the storage, you need to open basic device settings. Find the security or account section. In newer versions of the shell, this item is often placed in a separate menu or integrated into Google services settings. The system will require you to verify your identity, which is an important measure of protection against unauthorized access.
Inside the menu, you'll see a list of all the sites and applications that have login data saved for. The list is usually sorted by alphabet or date of last use. Search the list for the domain google.com or accounts.google.com. When you click on it, you'll see a hidden field with a combination of characters that can be copied or copied manually.
It's worth noting that if you've changed your password recently on another device but haven't synced the data, the list may show the old version. Always check the date of the last record update. If the data isn't relevant, the system may suggest updating it or logging in again.
Search through Google account settings
An alternative way to get to the same data is through a deep menu of settings for the account itself, which is especially useful if a standard search on the phone's settings menu fails to yield results or the MIUI interface has been changed by the manufacturer, where management takes place directly through the services of the corporation integrated into the operating system.
To start, open the Settings app and scroll down to Google. This section summarizes all the options associated with the search giant's activity on your smartphone. Select Autocomplete or Password Manager. This shows a global database synchronized with your profile.
Once you have passed the biometric check (Face ID or fingerprint scanner), the full list will open. Unlike local storage, it can display data stored on other devices of yours if sync is enabled. Find the right site and click on the eye icon to see hidden text.
Important: If you are using a corporate or organization-managed account, the administrator may have prevented the saved passwords from being viewed, in which case the field will not be available for editing or viewing, and the system will issue a notice about the security policies.
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Data recovery via Chrome browser
Since Google Chrome is the standard browser on most Xiaomi devices, it is the one most often used to save credentials. If you are used to logging into services through a browser, then you should look for forgotten information there. The mechanism of work is built into the web browser itself and does not depend on the Android system settings.
Launch the Chrome app on your smartphone. Click on the three dots in the top right corner of the screen to open the menu, and select Settings. In the settings list that opens, find the Password Manager section. This tool manages all the data that the browser has saved since the last clean or reset.
In the list of sites, google.com. When you click on the record, the system will again ask you to confirm that it is you using biometrics or an unlock code. Once you successfully check, you will see a username and password. Next to the password field, there will be an eye icon — tap it to make the text readable.
If you don't see the site you want, check if it's hidden in the archive or if it's accidentally deleted. Also make sure you logged in to the browser that was used to save data. Often users have multiple profiles, and the data can be stored in different databases.
⚠️ Note: viewing the password through the browser is only possible if the save function was active at the time of login.If you always entered data manually or used incognito mode, no entry will be created in the manager.
Display and security settings
The security of your personal data on Xiaomi devices depends on the correct privacy settings. The system offers flexible tools to manage access to sensitive information. It is recommended to regularly check which devices have access to your account and where the access keys are stored.
In the security section of your Google account, you can see a list of all the devices you've logged in to, and if you notice an unfamiliar gadget, change your password immediately and end your session on a suspicious device, which will prevent data leakage even if one of the devices is compromised.
Also worth paying attention to is the Security Check feature, which analyzes the reliability of your passwords, warns you of reusing the same combinations on different sites, and notifies you of potential data leaks on the network, and using unique complex passwords for each service significantly increases the level of protection.
For additional protection, you can enable two-factor authentication, in which case, even if an attacker learns your password, he will not be able to log in without a second factor, such as a code from an SMS or an in-app confirmation.
| Parameter | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Biometry | Use of a fingerprint or person to access | Include it. |
| Synchronization | Updating data between devices | Insert for convenience |
| Auto-filling | Automatic data entry in forms | Use with caution on other people’s devices |
| Notifications | Alerts about account logins | Insert for control |
Access problems and their solution
Users of Redmi and Poco smartphones may experience a situation where the browsing button is inactive or hidden, often after a system update or security reset, in which case the system blocks the display of sensitive data until it is reauthorized.
If you changed your password on another device but it hasn't updated on a Xiaomi phone, you may need to manually log in. The system will prompt you to enter the current password the next time you try to autocomplete. Failure to update the entry in the password manager will cause the old version to remain in memory but stop working for login.
Sometimes the problem is in the cache of the Google app or Settings. Clearing the cache can help update the list of available records. However, be careful: clearing the data (not the cache) can remove local settings, although the passwords stored in the cloud should be restored after synchronization.
In rare cases, antivirus programs or a built-in MIUI protector can block access to the password manager, considering this action suspicious. Check the security log and add an exception for Google system services if you are confident in the security of your device.
Use of third-party password managers
If Android’s built-in tools don’t seem convenient or functional enough, it’s worth considering installing specialized apps. Third-party password managers like Bitwarden, KeePass, or 1Password offer more advanced encryption and data organization features.
These applications run on top of the standard system. Once installed, they offer to intercept the autocomplete function. When you log in, the application manager will suggest that you save the data instead of the system storage, and then view and manage it through the interface of the selected application.
The main advantage of these solutions is cross-platform, you can easily access your passwords not only on your Xiaomi phone, but also on a Windows, macOS or Linux computer, as well as on devices from other brands, and the data is stored in the encrypted developer cloud or locally, depending on your settings.
But switching to a third-party solution takes time to initially configure and import existing data, and you have to manually or through an export file move all saved combinations from your Google account to a new application, an action worthwhile if you value maximum independence from the single-producer ecosystem.
⚠️ Note: When installing third-party password managers, carefully review the permissions they request. Screen access or overlay permission is required for autocomplete, but only trusted developers can trust such rights.