How to view saved passwords on Xiaomi phone: all ways

Why Xiaomi Hidden Passwords and How to Remove Them Safely

Today’s Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO smartphones store dozens of passwords, from social media to banking apps, but the manufacturer doesn’t make them obvious: MIUI doesn’t have a single password manager, like iOS. This is due to security policies: open access to passwords increases the risk of a device being stolen, but the phone owner sometimes has to extract them critically — for example, when changing a gadget or re-accessing accounts.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to view saved passwords on Xiaomi – from standard MIUI features to advanced methods using ADB and root rights. Importantly, some methods require technical knowledge, and improper actions can lead to data loss or blocking the Mi Account. All instructions are relevant for MIUI 14/15 (2026) and models from Xiaomi 11T to Redmi Note 13 Pro+.

Method 1: Built-in MIUI password manager (without root)

Starting with MIUI 12.5, a hidden partition for managing stored credentials was introduced to the firmware, which works without additional applications, but is not available on all models.

1. Open the Settings. → Passwords and security.
2. Scroll down and select Password Management (on some devices, the item is called Saved Login Data).
3. Sign in with your fingerprint, PIN-screen unlock code or password.

Here you will see a list of applications and sites that have logins/passwords saved.

• 🔍 Click on the desired service (for example, VKontakte or AliExpress).
• 👁️ Slip the icon of the eye next to the field "Password" and confirm the action through biometrics.
• 📋 To copy the password, hold your finger on the field - the Copy menu will appear.

⚠️ Note: If there is no Password Management section, your Xiaomi model does not support this feature.

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If the password is not displayed, check if autocomplete is disabled in the keyboard settings. Go to Settings → Additional Settings → Language and input → [Your keyboard] → Autocomplete and turn on the option.

Method 2: Exporting passwords through Google Smart Lock

If you use Google login (for example, to log in to YouTube or Gmail), passwords can sync with Google Smart Lock, which works even after a phone reset, if the Google account is tied.

1. On your phone, open passwords.google.com in the Chrome browser.
2. Sign in with the same Google account used on Xiaomi.
3. In the Save Passwords section, find the desired service and click on the icon. 👁️.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ It works on any device, even after flashing.
• ✅ Passwords are synced between all gadgets with this Google account.
• ✅ You can export the list to CSV-backup.

⚠️ Note: If you have previously disabled password synchronization on Google, this method will not work. → Google accounts → Synchronization of the account → Passwords.

Method 3: Retrieving passwords through the browser (Chrome, Mi Browser)

Xiaomi browsers — Chrome, Mi Browser and Firefox — store passwords separate from the system.

For Google Chrome:

1. Open Chrome and tap on it. ⋮ (three-point) → Settings.
2. Select Passwords (may require input) PIN-phone-code).
3. Find the right website and click 👁️, to show the password.

For Mi Browser:

In the standard Xiaomi browser, the path is different:

1. Launch Mi Browser and go to Profile → Settings → Privacy.
2. Select Saved Passwords.
3. Sign in via a fingerprint or pattern lock.

Limitations of the method:

• 🚫 Passwords from apps (for example, Instagram or Tinkoff Bank) are not available here.
• 🚫 Firefox requires a master password that many users don’t set.

Make sure your browser is updated to the latest version|Check your internet connection (for synchronization)|Remember. PIN-phone-unlock|Shut down. VPN (It can block access to settings)

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Method 4: View passwords with ADB (for advanced ones)

If standard methods don't work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a debugging tool that allows you to extract data directly from the system.

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB phone-on.
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode on Xiaomi: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (shap 7 times)
2. Return to Settings → Additional settings → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your trust in the device.
4. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
5. Open the command line in the folder with adb.exe and execute: adb shell "cmd package list packages | grep 'miui'" This will show a list of MIUI system packages, among which you need to find a password manager (usually com.miui.passwordmanager).
6. Remove the password database: adb pull /data/data/com.miui.passwordmanager/databases/passwords.db
7. Open the passwords.db file with SQLite Browser or DB Browser for SQLite.

⚠️ Note: This method may not work on all versions MIUI. Starting with MIUI 14, Xiaomi tightened system database protections.If the team returns a Permission denied error, root rights will be required.

Method 5: Retrieving root-right passwords (expert level)

If your Xiaomi has root access (for example, after unlocking the bootloader and installing Magisk), you can get full access to system files with passwords.

Instructions:

1. Install Root Explorer (such as FX File Explorer or Solid Explorer) and give it root rights.
2. Cross the path: /data/data/com.miui.passwordmanager/databases/ Copy the passwords.db file to a secure location (e.g., on the SD-map).
3. Google Chrome Passwords Will Be Different: /data/data/com.android.chrome/app_chrome/Default/Login Data
4. Open the database with a SQLite editor and find the logins table (for Chrome) or passwords (for MIUI).

Warnings:

• 🛑 Ruth strips warranty and could lead to Mi Account blocking.
• 🛑 Some banking applications (such as SberBank Online) are no longer working on rooted devices.
• 🛑 Error in editing system files can lead to bootloop ( looped boot).

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If you are not sure about your ADB or root skills, you should use standard methods (Google Smart Lock or built-in MIUI manager).

What to do if passwords are not displayed or lost

If none of the methods worked, the following reasons and solutions are possible:

If the passwords are lost irrevocably:

• 🔄 Use the re-access function on sites (for example, “Forgot your password?” on Facebook).
• 📧 Check your emails – many services send backup codes when registering.
• 🔐 For critical accounts (banks, cryptocurrency wallets) contact support with proof of identity.

FAQ: Frequent questions about passwords on Xiaomi