How to change the password on Google account through the smartphone Xiaomi: all ways

Forgot your Google account password or want to update it for security reasons? On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark), the password change process has nuances due to the proprietary MIUI shell. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways - from standard change through settings to restore access if you lost login data.

Xiaomi has integrated Google services deeply into its firmware, which makes it easier to work with your account, but sometimes causes confusion: where to change your password, in your phone settings, through your browser or in the Gmail app? We tested all options on the latest versions of MIUI 14/15 (Android 13/14) and identified the best ways to avoid common errors, such as locking the device after changing your password.

Why it’s important to update Google’s password on Xiaomi regularly

Changing your Google account password is not just a formality, but on Xiaomi smartphones, the account is linked by:

• 🔐 Data security: access to Google Drive, Photos, Contacts and Gmail.
• 📱 Functions MIUI: synchronization of notes, calendar and even some system settings.
• 🛡️ Leakage protection: if your password is in the database of hacked accounts (and Xiaomi regularly checks this through Google Password Manager).
• 🔄 Service operation: for example, Find My Device (phone search) ceases to function when an outdated password is used.

Xiaomi doesn't send a password change notification, unlike some other manufacturers, so users often forget to update until they encounter an error such as "Can't sync your account" or "Re-authorization required," especially after buying a used phone, because the previous owner may not have deleted their Google account, which blocks many features.

⚠️ Note: If you bought Xiaomi with your hands and can’t change your linked Google account, it could be a sign of theft. In this case, the device is locked through Find My Device, and you can only unlock it from the previous owner or through a request to support Google with proof of purchase.

According to Google statistics, more than 30 percent of users use the same password for multiple services. If your Gmail password matches, for example, your social media password, the risk of hacking increases significantly, and on Xiaomi, this is even more dangerous: an attacker can access not only email, but also MIUI backups, where SMS, call histories and even banking application data are stored.

Method 1: Change password through Xiaomi settings (fastest)

If you remember your current password and just want to update it, this method works best. It works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T and others with MIUI 12+.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Scroll down and select Google (or Accounts and Sync → Google on older versions of MIUI).
3. Click on your email address (it will appear at the top of the screen).
4. In the menu that opens, tap on Managing Google Account – this will redirect you to the browser.
5. Go to the Security tab (on the left of the menu).
6. Find the Login to Google account and select the Password.
7. Enter the current password, then a new one (twice) and save the changes.

After changing your password, MIUI can request re-authorization in some applications, such as YouTube or Google Play Store. This is normal – just enter a new password when you request it.

Update your password in Google Chrome (Settings → Passwords)

Check sync in Gmail (click on avatar → Account Management)

Restart your phone to apply changes

Make sure Find My Device works (find your phone via another device)

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⚠️ Note: If, after changing the password, the message appears on the lock screen of Xiaomi "Device is locked. Enter the password from the previous Google account", this means that the phone was reset without deleting the old account. The problem can only be solved through Google Find My Device or contacting with a purchase check in support.

Method 2: Change password through the browser (universal method)

This method is suitable if:

• 🔹 You can’t find the Google section in the settings. MIUI.
• 🔹 Want to change your computer password and then sync the changes to Xiaomi.
• 🔹 Use alternative firmware (e.g. LineageOS) where there are no standard settings MIUI.

Steps:

1. Open any browser (Google Chrome, Mi Browser or other).
2. Go to myaccount.google.com.
3. Sign in to your account (unless you are automatically logged in).
4. In the left menu, select Security.
5. Find the Login to Google account block and click the Password.
6. Enter the current password, then a new one (minimum length - 8 characters, the presence of letters and numbers is required).
7. Confirm the change.

After that, Xiaomi may receive a notification about the need to re-enter, if not, we recommend manually update the data:

Settings → Accounts and sync → Google → [your email] → Sync

On Xiaomi smartphones with root access or custom firmware, sync settings are sometimes lost after changing your password through the browser, in which case rebooting the device or re-addling a Google account in the MIUI settings will help.

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Method 3: Restore your password if you forget it

If you don't remember your current password, you can restore it through Google, and Xiaomi does it the same way it does on other devices, but with MIUI in mind:

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Google → Managing your Google account (or go to accounts.google.com in your browser).
2. On the login page, click Forgot your password.
3. Enter the last password you know (if you remember) or click Try another method.
4. Google will offer you recovery options: 📧 Receiving a code for a backup email. 📱 Receipt SMS by the attached phone number. 🔑 Use of a backup code (if you have previously saved it).

After confirming your identity, you will be asked to enter a new password.

Xiaomi may require additional authorization on MIUI services such as Mi Cloud or Theme Store after password recovery, because some Xiaomi features use a Google account for authentication.

⚠️ Note: If Google requests confirmation via Find My Device when you restore your password and your Xiaomi is currently off or offline, use another device (computer, tablet) to complete the process.

If you can’t restore access, check:

• 🔹 Correctness of entering backup email or phone number (they may have changed since registration).
• 🔹 Internet connection (Xiaomi sometimes gets confused settings) APN post-update).
• 🔹 Is it blocking? MIUI Notifications from Google (check Settings) → Annexes → Permit management → Auto-start).

Method 4: Change passwords through the Gmail app

If you’re actively using Gmail on Xiaomi, you can change your password right in the app, which is handy if you don’t want to search for MIUI settings or open your browser.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Gmail app.
2. Slip on your profile (round icon in the upper right corner).
3. Select Manage Google Account.
4. Go to the Security tab.
5. Find the Google Account Login section and click the Password.
6. Enter your current password, then a new one (subject to Google’s security requirements).

The advantage of this method is that Gmail automatically updates the data on the device, so you do not have to manually sync your account. However, if Xiaomi has a heavily stripped down version of MIUI installed (for example, on some models for the Chinese market), the Gmail application may not be available.

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If notifications stop coming to Gmail after changing your password, check your sync settings: open the app, tap three bars in the top left corner → Settings → [your account] → Sync Gmail → turn on all switches.

What to do if Xiaomi asks for an old password after changing the password

One of the most common problems with Xiaomi is asking for an old Google password after it's changed, and this is because of Factory Reset Protection (FRP), which links the device to your account, so if you reset your phone to factory settings but you didn't delete your Google account, the system will require you to enter your previous owner's data.

Decisions:

If none of these methods helped, check:

• 🔹 Is the device connected to the Internet (without a network, Google cannot verify the new password).
• 🔹 Is Flight or Charge Savings on (they can block synchronization).
• 🔹 Is firmware updated? MIUI (In the old versions there were bugs with FRP).

Additional security measures for a Google account on Xiaomi

Changing your password is just the first step to protecting your data, and Xiaomi recommends:

• 🔐 Enable two-factor authentication (2FA): Go to Google Settings → Security → Two-step authentication: Add a phone number or an authenticator app (Google Authenticator, Authy) and save your backup codes in a safe place (e.g., in encrypted Mi Notes).
• 📱 Check active sessions: In the Security section, select your devices. Delete any unknown devices (especially if you see suspicious devices). IP-address).

Set up a backup email and phone

1. In Personal Data, add an up-to-date backup email and number.
2. Make sure you have access to this data (e.g., a backup email is not tied to the same Google account).

On Xiaomi, it is also useful to disable automatic login to your Google account after rebooting.

Settings → Accounts and sync → Google → [your email] → Delete your account (then add it again without the Auto Log in box)

⚠️ Attention: If you are using MIUI Without Google services (e.g., Chinese firmware), changing your password through standard methods may not work, in which case, set your password through your browser in incognito mode or use it. VPN circumventing regional restrictions.

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On Xiaomi with global firmware (EEA, Global), Google password change is done in the standard way. On Chinese versions of MIUI (CN), additional actions may be required, such as installing Google Play Services manually.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing Google password to Xiaomi