How to change or delete a fingerprint Xiaomi Redmi: full instructions with photo

Why Change Your Fingerprint on Xiaomi Redmi and When to Change It

The Xiaomi Redmi fingerprint scanner is one of the most convenient ways to unlock the screen, confirm payments and protect personal data. But sometimes users need to delete an old fingerprint or add a new one, for example, if a finger is damaged (a cut, burn, calluse), the scanner stopped recognizing the fingerprint after the MIUI update, or you want to transfer the phone to another person.

In this article, we will discuss:

• 🔹 How to Remove Old Fingerprints on Any Redmi, Including Redmi Note 12/13, Redmi 10/11, POCO)
• 🔹 How to Add a New Imprint and Set It Up for Unblocking and Payments
• 🔹 What to do if the scanner does not recognize the fingerprint after resetting settings or firmware
• 🔹 Why? MIUI Can block the addition of new fingerprints and how to fix it

Important: The procedure is different on models with a physical scanner (on the back or power button) and an on-screen scanner (under the display).

Preparation: What to do before changing your print

Before you delete or add fingerprints, follow a few mandatory steps:

Charge your phone at least 30% (at low charge, MIUI can block your security settings)

Make sure that the phone is installed PIN-code or pattern lock (without it you can not add a fingerprint)

Update MIUI to the latest version (older versions have scanner bugs)

Clean the scanner of dirt and moisture (wipe with an alcohol napkin)

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If you plan to remove all prints completely, keep in mind:

• 📱 After removing the last print, the phone will require input PIN-code or password at each unlock.
• 💳 Fingerprints tied to Google Pay, Mi Pay or banking apps will also be disabled.
• 🔄 On some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, Redmi) 9T) After removing the fingerprints, it may be necessary to restart.

⚠️ Warning: If you forgot PIN-code, restore it first through Settings → Passwords and security → Password recovery, no valid password. PIN-code cannot be added to the print.

How to remove a fingerprint on Xiaomi Redmi: Step-by-step instructions

The removal process is the same for all Redmi models, but the path in the menu may vary slightly depending on the MIUI version.

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Passwords and Security section (on some firmwares – Security or Lock Screen).
3. Select your fingerprint (or fingerprint data).
4. Enter the current one. PIN-code or pattern lock for confirmation.
5. Click on the print you want to remove and select Remove (basket icon).
6. Confirm the action.

If you want to remove all fingerprints at once, use the option to delete all fingerprints (available in MIUI 12 and later).

Screen (under display)

Physical (on the back panel)

Physical (in the power button)

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How to add a new fingerprint: detailed instructions

To add a print to Xiaomi Redmi, follow the following steps:

1. Open Settings → Passwords and Security → Fingerprint.
2. Enter. PIN-code.
3. Press Add Fingerprint.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen: 👆 Put your finger on the scanner and raise/lower it until the indicator is full. 🔄 Repeat the process for different parts of the finger (edge, center, joint). ✅ After successful addition, name the fingerprint (for example, "Indicative right").

• 🔓 Screen unlocking
• 💳 Payment Confirmation (requires additional setup in Google Pay or banking app)

On models with a screen scanner (Redmi Note 10 Pro, Redmi K50) it is important:

• 🖐️ Don’t press too hard – the scanner is triggered by a light touch.
• 🌡️ If your finger is wet or dirty, wipe it and the screen with a dry wipe.
• 🔋 Make sure there is no protective film on the screen – it may interfere with scanning.

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If the scanner doesn't recognize the finger the first time, try adding the same fingerprint under a different name (e.g., "Indicator right - option 2"). The system saves multiple variations of one finger, which increases the accuracy of recognition.

Frequent errors and problems with the fingerprint scanner on Xiaomi Redmi

Xiaomi Redmi users often face the following problems when working with the scanner:

1.Scanner fails to recognize fingerprint after MIUI update

This is a problem after major updates (e.g., from MIUI 12 to MIUI 13).

• 🔄 Remove the old print and add it again.
• 📱 Reboot your phone – sometimes resetting the scanner cache helps.
• 🛠️ If the problem persists, reset the security settings to Settings. → System system → Resetting settings → Resetting security settings.

2.A fingerprint is added but does not work to unlock

Causes and solutions:

• 🔐 In the fingerprint settings, the option Unlock the screen is not included - check the tick.
• 📵 Conflict with blocking apps (like AppLock) – remove them.
• 🔋 On some models (Redmi 9), the scanner shuts down when the battery is low (less than 15%).

3. the scanner is unstable (it recognizes, then does not)

Possible causes:

• 🧴 Dirt or fat on the scanner – wipe it with an alcohol solution.
• 🩹 Skin damage on your finger (cuts, calluses) – try adding another fingerprint.
• 📲 Damage to the scanner after falling – in this case, repairs are required.

⚠️ Note: If the scanner stopped working completely after the Hard Reset, it may mean firmware damage.Restore the phone via the Mi Flash Tool with the official firmware for your model.

How to transfer fingerprints to the new Xiaomi Redmi

Unfortunately, Xiaomi does not provide an official way to transfer fingerprints between devices, but there are workarounds:

1. Backup of security settings: 📲 Go to Settings. → Accounts. → Mi Account → Synchronization. 🔄 Enable synchronization of Security Settings (if available). ⚠️ This won’t carry the prints themselves, but it will save the unlock settings.

Using the same Mi Account

• 🔑 If you log in to the same Mi Account on a new phone, some security settings will automatically reset.
• 🚫 However, the prints will have to be added again – they are tied to the scanner’s hardware identifier.

For models with MIUI 14 and later, there is an experimental feature called Device Cloning (in Settings → About Phone → Data Cloning), but it also does not carry biometric data.

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Fingerprints are stored in a secure enclave, and cannot be copied or transferred to another device, a security measure that prevents biometric data from being cloned.

How to protect your fingerprints on Xiaomi Redmi

Fingerprints are biometric data that cannot be changed if it is compromised. Follow these tips to protect it:

• 🔒 Never add other people’s fingerprints to your phone (even temporarily).
• 📱 Check the list of saved fingerprints in Settings regularly → Passwords and security.
• 🔄 If your phone has been repaired, remove all prints and add them again.
• 🛡️ Enable Reset Protection in Mi Account settings to prevent unauthorized fingerprint removal.

On models with MIUI 13 and later, the Private Mode feature (in security settings) is available, which allows you to hide notifications and apps when you unlock your fingerprint, which is useful if you give your phone to someone else but you don’t want them to see your personal information.

Also remember:

• 💳 Fingerprints tied to payment systems (Google Pay, Mi Pay) are stored in encrypted form, but they can still be compromised when data is leaked.
• 🔧 If you sell or transfer a phone, be sure to remove all fingerprints and perform Hard Reset.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions About Xiaomi Redmi Fingerprints