How to log into your Xiaomi account on a mobile device: all the ways

Sign in to Mi Account: why it is necessary and what opportunities opens up

Xiaomi’s Mi Account is not just a way to synchronize data between brand devices, but the key to making full use of the ecosystem. Without authorization, you won’t be able to install firmware updates through MIUI Updater, use Mi Cloud cloud storage for backups, or manage Mi Home smart devices.

Moreover, Mi Account provides an additional layer of protection: if you lose your phone, you can block it through account.xiaomi.com or track your location (if the feature is activated), and for owners of devices with an unlocked bootloader, authorization is mandatory for installing custom firmware.

But what if you forgot your password, bought a used smartphone with someone else's account tied or encountered an error "I failed to log in?" In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of login - from standard authorization to bypassing locks.

Method 1: Enter through smartphone settings

The most obvious and quick method is to log in directly to the device menu, suitable for new Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones, as well as after resetting. The instruction is universal for all models on MIUI 12-14 (including Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note 12 and POCO F5).

Open the Settings app (cog icon) and follow the steps:

1. Scroll down and select Accounts and Sync (on some firmware, Mi Account).
2. Click on Xiaomi (or Add an account → Xiaomi if you have not previously logged in).
3. Enter the phone number or email associated with your account.
4. Enter the password and press Login.
5. Confirm the entrance through SMS-code or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

If you see a message saying “Device not certified”, it means that the smartphone has been unlocked unofficially, in which case authorization is only possible by bypassing the lock (section below).

Make sure your smartphone is connected to the internet (Wi-Fi or mobile data)

Check the correct input. email/Phone (registration is important for email!)

Disable VPN – it can block Xiaomi servers

Update the Settings app via Google Play (if available)-->

Method 2: Authorization through the Mi Account application

If the settings don’t work (for example, because of a system failure), use the official Mi Account app. It is pre-installed on all Xiaomi smartphones, but you can download it from Google Play if necessary.

Algorithm of action:

1. Open the Mi Account app (the icon with the man on the orange background).
2. Click Login at the bottom of the screen.
3. Select a country (Russia, Kazakhstan, etc.) and enter a phone number or email.
4. Enter your password and confirm the login via SMS/email.

The advantage of this method is the ability to reset the password directly in the application interface. If you forget the login data, click Forgot the password? and follow the recovery instructions (you will need access to the associated number or mail).

💡

If the Mi Account app is not on your smartphone, check the Service folder or use a search system (swipe down gesture on the home screen).

Method 3: Browser Login (for unlocking or remote control)

Sometimes you need to log in not on the smartphone itself, but through the web version - for example, to unlock the device after a reset or manage data in the Mi Cloud.

1. Open your browser on any device (PC, other phone) and go to account.xiaomi.com.
2. Select a region (Russia for Russia, Global for international version).
3. Enter your email or phone number, then your password.
4. Confirm the entry through a code from SMS or email.

After authorization, you will have access to:

• 📱 Remote lock/unlock smartphone (Find Device).
• ☁️ Cloud storage (Mi Cloud) with backups.
• 🔄 Synchronization of contacts, notes and photos.
• 🔒 Security settings (two-factor authentication, login history).

Important! If you buy a used smartphone, make sure to check if it is untied from your previous account through this site, otherwise the device may be locked after being reset.

Through the smartphone settings

Mi Account appendix

Web version on PC

Another option-->

Solving problems when signing in to Mi Account

Even with the right data entry, users often encounter errors, and let's look at the most common ones and how to fix them.

If you see a message saying, "This account is linked to another device," it means that the smartphone has been stolen or sold without a detachment.

1. Contact the previous owner and ask to untie the device via account.xiaomi.com.
2. If you cannot contact us, please contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase (check, contract).

Method 4: Bypassing Mi Account lock after reset (for power users)

If a smartphone is locked after resetting and requires authorization from someone else’s account, there are no official ways to bypass it, which is a measure of protection against theft, but there are legal methods for owners who have confirmed the purchase.

Unlocking will require:

• 📄 Check or contract of sale (proof of possession).
• 💻 Computer with Mi Flash Tool.
• 🔌 Cable USB and access to Fastboot mode.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the MIUI Download website.
2. Install the Mi Flash Tool on your PC and connect your smartphone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power when your phone is off).
3. In the program, select the downloaded firmware and press Refresh, then Flash.
4. After flashing the device will be unlocked, but all data will be deleted.

⚠️ Note: This method is only suitable for devices that are officially purchased, using unofficial firmware or tools like the Xiaomi Tool. V2 This can lead to a complete blockage. IMEI (blacklist).

💡

The only legal way to unlock someone else’s Mi Account is to contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase. IMEI.

How to Protect Your Mi Account from Hacking

After successful authorization, we recommend that you strengthen your account security to avoid data theft or locking your device.

• 🔐 Enable two-factor authentication in your account settings (Security section).
• 📱 Link backup email and phone number (in case of loss of access to the main one).
• 🔄 Regularly update your password (every 3-6 months).
• 🚫 Do not use the same password for Xiaomi and other services (email, social networks).
• 🛡️ Check the login history of your account (unknown) IP-addresses may indicate hacking).

You should also turn off automatic sign-in in your Mi Account settings if you give your phone to other people often.

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Xiaomi.
2. Click on your profile and select Account Settings.
3. Turn off the automatic login option.

Frequent questions about Mi Account