Where in Xiaomi stored passwords: all ways to access and manage

The saved passwords in Xiaomi smartphones are scattered across different systems: the built-in Mi Browser browser, the Mi Account, Google services and third-party managers like 1Password or KeePass. Once you find them, you can restore access to forgotten credentials, transfer data to a new phone or simply clear unnecessary records. But where exactly to look? The answer depends on how the password was saved initially.

In this article, we will look at all possible password storage locations on Xiaomi (including models on MIUI 12-15 and HyperOS), show how to export or delete them, and warn about the risks of data leakage when using informal methods.

1. Passwords in the Mi Browser browser (built-in Xiaomi browser)

By default, Xiaomi smartphones offer to use the branded Mi Browser browser, which automatically saves passwords from sites — unless you have disabled this feature.

1. Open the Mi Browser (the icon with the blue circle and the white letter "Mi").
2. Slip on three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Go to the Passwords and Forms section → Saved Passwords.
4. Enter. PIN-code, pattern lock or password from the device to confirm.

Here you'll see a list of sites with logins and hidden passwords. To view your password, tap on the record and enter the unlock code again. Note: this data is only synced with your Mi Account if you have enabled the corresponding option in your browser settings.

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If you don’t see the Passwords and Forms section, upgrade to the latest version of the Mi Browser via Google Play or App Store (for global firmware).

⚠️ Note: Do not use the "Export Passwords" function in unofficial builds MIUI. In 2023, there were cases of data leakage through fake versions of the browser distributed on third-party sites.

2. Passwords in the Mi Account (Sync Xiaomi)

If you're signed in to Mi Account on your Xiaomi, some of the passwords can be stored in the company's cloud, not only for your browser, but also for some system applications (such as Mi Home for smart devices).

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.

2.Put on your profile → Account Management → Security.

3.Look for the Save Data or Backups section (the name may vary depending on the version of MIUI).

Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not provide direct access to passwords through the account’s web interface (unlike Google), and you will have to see them:

• 🔄 Restore backup on a new device (passwords will return with other data).
• 📱 Use the original device where passwords were saved.
• 💻 Connect your phone to your PC and retrieve data via ADB (technical skills).

3. Passwords in Google Account (automation and Chrome)

Most Xiaomi users sync data with Google, so passwords are often stored in Google Password Manager.

Method 1: Through phone settings

Go to Settings → Google → Managing Google Account → Security → Passwords. Here you will see all saved logins and you can:

• 🔍 View the password (entry required) PIN-phone-code).
• 🗑️ Delete unnecessary records.
• 🔄 Export passwords to CSV-file (available on the web version).

Method 2: Through the Web Interface

Open passwords.google.com and log in to the same account you have on your phone, and you can manage passwords from any device.

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4. Passwords in third-party managers (1Password, KeePass, LastPass)

If you use specialized password storage applications, the data is not integrated into Xiaomi's system settings.

For 1Password:

Open the application → All elements or passwords. Export is available in the account settings (formats: 1PIF, CSV).

For KeePass:

The database file (.kdbx) is stored where you saved it (inner memory or cloud) and open it through the application and enter the master password.

For LastPass:

Go to the app or web version (lastpass.com) → My password repository.Export is available in Account Settings → Additional → Export.

⚠️ Note: Do not store database files (.kdbx,.1pif) Open folders of the phone (for example, downloads or DCIM). In 2022, hackers exploited a vulnerability in the MIUI, scanning public directories for such files.

5. How to transfer passwords to the new Xiaomi smartphone

When changing devices, it is important to transfer passwords without loss.

Method 1: Using a backup copy of your Mi Account

1. On your old phone: Settings → About Phone → Backup → Create a backup (select System Data and Passwords).
2. On a new phone: log in to the same Mi Account and recover the data.

Method 2: Through Google Account

If passwords are synced with Google, they will automatically be loaded onto the new device when you first sign in. Check this in Settings → Google → Account Sync.

Method 3: Manual export/import

• 📤 Google Password Manager: Exporting CSV via the web version and import on a new phone.
• 🔐 For KeePass: copy a.kdbx file via Mi Share or the cloud.

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6.Security: How to Protect Your Save Passwords on Xiaomi

Keeping passwords on your phone is always risky, and follow these rules to minimize threats:

1. Turn off autocomplete for critical services

In your browser or Google settings, disable password saving for banks, crypto exchanges and emails. Enter them manually or use hardware tokens (such as YubiKey).

2. Set up two-factor authentication (2FA)

For Mi Account and Google, enable 2FA in your security settings, which will protect your passwords even if your phone is stolen.

3. Encrypt backups

When exporting passwords to CSV or.kdbx, set a complex password to the archive. Use tools like 7-Zip with AES-256 encryption.

4. Check for leaks regularly

Services like Have I Been Pwned or Google Password Checkup will show if your passwords are compromised.

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Never save passwords from cryptocurrency wallets (such as Trust Wallet or MetaMask) in your browser or cloud services. Use only offline storage (such as Ledger + KeePassXC).

7.What to do if passwords are missing after resetting the phone

If you have done a hard reset and haven’t saved your passwords in advance, the chances of recovery depend on where they were stored:

If passwords were stored only locally (for example, in Mi Browser without synchronization), their recovery is possible only through specialized services such as Dr.Fone or Tenorshare, but:

• 💰 These are paid instruments (from 50)$).
• 🛡️ No guarantee of success (depending on phone model and version) MIUI).
• ⚠️ Risk of installing malware (download only from official sites).

FAQ: Frequent questions about passwords on Xiaomi