How to block Xiaomi through Mi Account: 5 working ways in 2026

Losing or stealing a Xiaomi smartphone is stressful, but modern technology minimizes the risks.Blocking through Mi Account is the most reliable way to protect personal data, photos and access to banking applications. PIN-code or pattern lock, remote locking through the Mi Account works even if the attacker reset the phone to factory settings.

In this article, you will find the most current ways to block Xiaomi through official tools, including the web version of the Mi Cloud, the mobile application Find Device, as well as alternative methods for emergency cases. We will analyze the nuances for different models (from Redmi Note 12 to Xiaomi 14 flagships), explain why sometimes the lock does not work, and give recommendations for restoring access after returning the device.

Important: All of the methods described require pre-binding the device to your Mi Account. If you haven’t already done so, immediately activate the feature in your phone settings (Settings). → Mi Account → Without this binding, remote locking will not be possible.

1.Block Xiaomi via the web version of Mi Cloud

The most universal way is to use the official i.mi.com service, which works on any device with Internet access, including computers, tablets and smartphones of other brands, the main condition is that the phone must be on and connected to a mobile network or Wi-Fi.

Step instructions:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in to your Mi Account.
2. In the menu on the left, select the Find Device section (or Find the device in the Russian version).
3. The map will show the last known location of the phone, and on top will be a panel with options.
4. Press the Lock button (Block it).
5. Enter a new password to unlock (at least 6 characters) and confirm the action.

⚠️ Note: If the phone is turned off or discharged, the lock command will be executed the next time you connect to the network, but an attacker may have time to reset the device through Recovery mode before the lock is activated. To avoid this, immediately after blocking, use the Erase Device function (erase all data).

The Mi Cloud service also allows:

• 📍 Track the location of the phone in real time (if enabled) GPS).
• 🔔 Enable the beep (useful if the phone is lost at home).
• 📱 View the history of movements in the last 24 hours.

Make sure your phone is connected to the internet

Remember the username and password from Mi Account

Have a backup copy of important data

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2.Blocking through the Find Device app

If you have a second Xiaomi smartphone (or a friend’s phone with the Find Device app installed), you can lock your lost device right from your mobile, a method that is handy when you don’t have a computer on hand.

How it works:

1. Download the Find Device app from Google Play (for Android) or the App Store (for iPhone).
2. Sign in to the same Mi Account that your lost phone is attached to.
3. In the list of devices, select the desired smartphone.
4. Press Lock and set a new password.

Advantages of this method:

• 📱 It works faster than the web version (no need to enter) CAPTCHA).
• 🔄 You can immediately send a message to the screen of the locked phone (for example, a number for communication).
• 🔋 Shows the battery level of the lost device.

⚠️ Note: If the lost phone has lost mobile internet and Wi-Fi, the Find Device app will not be able to communicate with the device, in which case you can only wait for the phone to connect to the network, or use alternative methods (see section 4).

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Add Find Device to your favorite or home screen – in a stressful situation, it will save precious minutes.

3.Blocking through Google Find My Device (if Mi Account is not tied)

If you haven't tied your phone to your Mi Account but you've logged in to a Google account, you can try locking your device through Find My Device, which is less reliable because it's off the lock after you reset to your factory settings, but it's better than nothing.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Find My Device and log in to your Google account.
2. Select the lost device from the list.
3. Press Lock the device.
4. Set a new password and add a message to the lock screen if you wish (e.g., "Phone stolen. Please return for a fee").

Limitations of the method:

⚠️ Warning: If the Find Device feature in Google settings is disabled, this method will not work. Check the settings in advance: Settings → Google → Security → Find my device.

4. Emergency lockdown through IMEI (If the phone is stolen)

If the phone is stolen and the remote lock does not work (for example, the device is turned off), you can contact the mobile operator or the police with a request to lock the phone on the phone. IMEI. This method won’t give you back the device, but it will make it useless for a thief.

What needs to be done:

1. Find it. IMEI Your phone (if you haven’t saved the box, check Settings). → The phone. → General information or sticker under the battery).
2. Contact the communication salon of your operator (MTS, Beeline, MegaFon, Tele2) with your passport and documents on the phone. SIM-map and device IMEI.
3. Write a report to the police (online through the portal of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation). IMEI and circumstances of theft.

What does the IMEI locking give you:

• 📵 The phone will not be able to connect to any mobile network in Russia.
• 🔒 The device will be blacklisted, making it harder to resell.
• 📊 Increased chances of returning the phone when a thief is arrested.

⚠️ Attention: Blocking by IMEI It doesn't interfere with using your phone over Wi-Fi, and you can also have experienced thieves reflash your device or replace your communication module, so combine this method with remote locking via Mi Account.

5 What to do if the lock does not work?

Sometimes users are faced with the fact that the lock command via Mi Cloud or Find Device is not executed.

Problem 1: The phone doesn’t appear in the list of devices.

• 🔹 Make sure you sign in to the same Mi Account that your phone is tied to.
• 🔹 Check if Find Device is enabled in your phone settings (Settings) → Mi Account → Find Device).
• 🔹 Try updating the page or re-entering the account.

Problem 2: The lock command is sent, but the phone remains unlocked.

• 🔹 Maybe the phone's off the Internet, and the lock will be done the next time you connect.
• 🔹 If the phone is reset to factory settings, you will need to enter Mi Account data at the first setup.
• 🔹 In some models (for example, POCO F5) It may take up to 24 hours to apply the lock.

Problem 3: You can’t log into your Mi Account (forgot your password).

• 🔹 Use the password recovery function on account.xiaomi.com.
• 🔹 If the phone number is linked, request a recovery code by SMS.
• 🔹 In extreme cases, contact Xiaomi with documents on the phone.

If none of the methods worked, you can only contact Xiaomi’s support team through:

• 📧 Email: support.ru@xiaomi.com
• 📞 Hotline phone: 8 800 700 01 03 (free call).
• 💬 Online chat on the official website mi.com/ru/support.

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If your phone is stolen, lock it first through Mi Cloud, then contact the police and the carrier. The faster you act, the better the chances of saving the data and returning the device.

6.How to unlock Xiaomi after a return?

If you managed to return a lost phone, you will need to enter the password you set when you remotely locked it to unlock it, and if you forgot it, use one of the following methods:

Method 1: Unlock with Mi Account.

1. On the lock screen, click Forgot your password.
2. Enter the username and password from your Mi Account.
3. Follow the instructions to reset the lock password.

Method 2: Reset via Fastboot (for power users).

⚠️ Warning: This method will lead to total data loss! Use it only if other methods do not work.

1. Turn off the phone and press the power buttons. + Volume down to enter Fastboot mode.
2. Connect your phone to your computer and install the Mi Flash Tool drivers.
3. Download the official firmware for your model from the site miui.com.
4. Use the command: fastboot oem unlock then swipe your phone through the Mi Flash Tool.

Method 3: Contact the service center.

• 📍 Find the nearest authorized Xiaomi service center on the website mi.com/ru/service.
• 📄 Take your passport and documents on the phone (checks, warranty card) with you).
• 🔧 The device will be unlocked without data loss (if the phone has not been reset).

After unlocking, it is mandatory to:

• 🔐 Change the password from your Mi Account and Google Account.
• 📱 Check if suspicious applications are installed.
• 🔄 Make a backup copy of the data in case of repeated loss.

7.How to protect Xiaomi from theft in advance?

The best protection is prevention, and follow these tips to minimize the risks:

Security settings:

• 🔒 Enable Mi Account lock in settings: Settings → Mi Account → Find Device.
• 📱 Set a complex password (at least 8 characters) or a pattern lock.
• 🔐 Activate two-factor authentication for Mi Account.

Additional measures:

• 📍 Include location history in Google Maps (helps track your phone).
• 📎 Attach the phone number to the case (in case of finding).
• 🔋 Watch the level of charge - the discharged phone can not be tracked.

Protection annexes:

• 🛡️ Install Xiaomi Security (built-in antivirus software).
• 🔍 Use Google Find My Device as a backup option.
• 📲 Set up automatic backup of photos and contacts in Mi Cloud.

⚠️ Warning: Never disable Find Device for the sake of “phone speed” – this is the only reliable way to return the device if you lose it. Also avoid buying Xiaomi phones “hand-held” without checking the status of Mi Account – such a phone can be blocked by the previous owner.

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Check your phone's Mi Account connection regularly. Go to Settings for this. → Mi Account → Find Device. If the function is disabled, turn it on immediately!

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