How to properly log out of Google account on Xiaomi smartphone: all ways

Signing out of a Google account on Xiaomi smartphones is a procedure that every user faces when selling a device, resetting settings, or switching between profiles. However, not everyone knows that incorrectly deleting an account can result in a device being locked through Factory Reset Protection (FRP) — Android security mechanism, which requires the last associated account to be logged in after a reset, is particularly relevant for Redmi Note owners. 12, POCO X5 and other models MIUI 14/13, where the menu interface is different from the “pure” Android.

In this article, we will analyze all the official ways to exit a Google account on Xiaomi, including the nuances for different versions of firmware, and also tell you how to avoid typical errors. You will learn how to "exit" from "delete" an account, why sometimes the button Delete an account is inactive, and what to do if the system requires a password after reset. MIUI, Which are not obvious to beginners.

If you plan to sell or transfer a smartphone, be sure to read the full reset section, where we will explain how to properly clean the device so that the new owner does not encounter problems when activating. And for those who just want to switch between accounts, there is a simplified method without deleting data.

1. The difference between “exit” and “delete” a Google account

Many users confuse two operations: leaving the account and completely deleting it from the smartphone.

🔹 Exit (Sign Out):

• ✅ The account remains tied to the device, but the synchronization of data (contacts, mail, calendar) is suspended.
• ✅ Google apps (YouTube, Play Store) will stop working before the new login.
• ⚠️ FRP-protection remains active - after reset, you will need to enter the data of this account.

🔹 Deletion of the account (Remove Account):

• ❌ The account is completely detached from the device, all local data (for example, saved passwords in Chrome) is deleted.
• ❌ FRP-protection is removed - after reset, you can log in from any account.
• ⚠️ Some system features (such as backup in Google Drive) will become unavailable.

⚠️ Note: If you log out before selling a smartphone but don’t delete it completely, the new owner won’t be able to use the device without your login details.

V MIUI The interface for these operations is hidden deeper than in standard Android. For example, in Xiaomi 13 Pro, the account deletion button may not be active if Device Protection is enabled (located in Settings). → Google → Security. This is discussed in the next section.

2. Standard method: exit through settings MIUI

This is the most reliable method that works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and other smartphones. POCO firmware MIUI Instructions are relevant for 2020-2026 models (including Redmi Note 11, POCO F5, Xiaomi 12T).

📌 Step-by-step instruction:

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 account (usually an email is displayed).
4. In the upper right corner, tap the icon. ⋮ (three dots) and select Delete Account.
5. Confirm the action by entering a password or a graphical key from your smartphone (not to be confused with a password from Google!).

🔍 What to do if the “Delete Account” button is inactive?

• 🔓 Check if Device Protection is enabled in Google settings (turn it off temporarily).
• 📱 Make sure your smartphone is connected to the Internet (without a network, some account functions are blocked).
• 🔄 Restart the device – sometimes helps with interface glitches MIUI.

Backup of important data|Remember/Save password from your account|Disable device protection in Google settings|Connect to a stable Wi-Fi-->

⚠️ Important for owners POCO: In some models (for example, POCO X3 Pro) the path to account settings may be different. If you can't find a Google section, try it:

Settings → Accounts → Google → Managing Google Accounts

3. Alternative method: through the application "Google"

If the standard method does not work (for example, due to bugs) MIUI), You can log out of your account through the official Google app, which is suitable for smartphones with Google services preinstalled (all models for the global market, except the Chinese versions).

📱 Instructions:

1. Open the Google app (the colored "G" icon on the home screen).
2. Slip on your profile avatar in the upper right corner.
3. Select Manage Google Accounts.
4. Scroll down and click Delete Account from this device.
5. Confirm the action by following the prompts on the screen.

✅ Pros of the method:

• 🔄 It works even if the settings are MIUI glut.
• 📲 The interface is identical to other Android devices (easier to navigate).

❌ Cons:

• 🚫 Not taking it off. FRP-Protection (only logged out of the account).
• 🔒 Requires confirmation by email or SMS, If two-factor authentication is enabled.

4.Exit from the account before sale: complete data reset

If you transfer your smartphone to another person, it's not enough to just log out of your account, you have to reset your settings completely to the factory settings, and that will delete all the data, including:

• 📁 Photos, videos and documents in internal memory.
• 🔑 Saved passwords and application data.
• 📱 System settings (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, wallpaper).

🔧 How to do the reset correctly:

1. Delete your Google account first (see Section 2).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select Erase all data (on some models – Recover and Reset → Reset settings).
4. Enter the password from the smartphone and confirm the action.

⚠️ Critical error of many users:

⚠️ Note: If you reset before deleting your Google account, after rebooting, the device will require you to enter a login and password from the last associated account (FRP-It's a protection against theft, but it also prevents the new owner from using the smartphone.

📌 How to avoid FRP-lock-in:

• 🔓 Remove all Google accounts from your smartphone before resetting.
• 📱 Turn off Find the device in Google settings (that's part) FRP-defense).
• 🔄 If the smartphone is already locked, you will need to bypass FRP (see section 6).

💡

Resetting settings without deleting your Google account leads to device locking (FRP). Always delete your account first, then reset your settings.

5. Reset via Recovery Mode: If the smartphone is not turned on

If Xiaomi is not loading (hanging on the logo, cyclic reboot), but you need to log out of your Google account urgently, you can use Recovery Mode. This method will also help if you forget your smartphone password.

⚠️ Warning:

⚠️ Note: Recovery removes all data from internal memory, including photos and apps. If your smartphone is turned on, use standard methods (sections 2–3).

🛠 Instructions for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Turn off your smartphone (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Hold the Loud up. + Power and hold for 10-15 seconds until the logo appears MI.
3. From the Recovery menu, select the language (usually English or Chinese).
4. Go to Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power for selection).
5. Confirm the action (Confirm).
6. After reset, select Reboot to reboot.

🔍 What to do if you need an old Google account after resetting?

• 📧 Enter the last account you have associated (if you remember).
• 🔓 If you don't remember, you'll need a roundabout. FRP (see next section).

⚠️ Important. POCO F4/F5: Some models have Recovery hidden. If you can't log in, try Volume Down. + Power or use the Mi Flash Tool for firmware (power users only).

FRP (Factory Reset Protection) bypass after discharge

If you reset your Xiaomi smartphone without first deleting your Google account, you will see a request to enter your last profile data when you first turn on. FRP-Lock – protection against theft, which works on all Android devices since version 5.1.

🔓 Official ways to unlock:

• 📧 Enter the email and password from the last Google account linked to the device.
• 🔑 If you forget your password, restore it through Google’s recovery page (requires access to a backup email or phone).

🛠 Unofficial methods (at your own risk!):

If you don’t have access to your account, you can try to get around it. FRP via Fastboot mode or special utilities (for example, Mi) FRP Tools. However, these methods:

• ⚠️ This can lead to loss of warranty.
• ⚠️ Requires unlocking the bootloader (on new models it is difficult).
• ⚠️ Not working. MIUI 14 with the latest security updates.

📌 Instructions for bypassing FRP via Fastboot (for experienced users):

1. Install ADB and Fastboot on PC.


2. Connect your smartphone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power).




3. Enter the command:




fastboot oem frp-unlock




4. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi models from 2023 to 2026 (e.g. Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13) bypass FRP Fastboot is often blocked, and the only legal way is to contact the service center with proof of purchase.

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

When you log out of your Google account on Xiaomi, users are faced with typical problems, and we have collected the most common and ways to solve them:

🔍 Advice for Redmi owners 10/11/12:

After the update MIUI Google account settings are missing, try it out:

1. Clear the Settings app cache (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Settings → Clear the cache).
2. Install an update for Google Play Services through the Play Store.

💡

Before selling your smartphone, take a screenshot of the Settings page → On the serial number phone (IMEI). This will help the new owner prove the legality of the purchase if unlocking is required. FRP.

8 Additional Safety Advice

Signing out of a Google account is not just a technical procedure, it's also a matter of protecting your personal data.

🔒 Security checklist:

• 🔄 Turn off sync for unnecessary data (such as location history) in Settings → Google → Managing a Google Account → Data and personalization.
• 📱 Remove saved passwords in Chrome: Open your browser → ⋮ → Settings → Passwords.
• 🛡 Check the permissions of apps that have accessed your Google account (e.g. social media, instant messengers).

📌 For owners. POCO X6/Pro Xiaomi 14:

On new models with MIUI 14, you have a Private Space feature that can block access to your account settings:

1. Disable Private Space in Settings → Special facilities → Private space.
2. Remove your Google account from your main profile.

⚠️ Phishing warning:

⚠️ Warning: Never enter your Google account information on suspicious sites that promise to unlock your Google account. FRP Fraudsters often use these services to steal accounts. FRP It is possible only through the Xiaomi service center with confirmation of purchase.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions