Owners of Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones often face the need to know the unique identifier of the device. This may be required when registering a gadget on the Mi Account website, to issue a warranty or when buying an insurance policy. IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity) is a 15-digit code that is assigned to each cellular communication module during production.
Knowing where to look for this number is critical in situations of theft or loss of a device, as it is the one that telecom operators can lock a device, and the code is necessary to verify the authenticity of a smartphone before buying from hand. In this article, we will discuss all available methods of obtaining information, including methods for locked screens.
Two-sim models will always have two different ones. IMEI-code, one for each slot SIM-Don't confuse them when you enter data into service forms. Below are proven methods that work on current versions of the shell. MIUI HyperOS.
Use of engineering USSD-code
The fastest and most versatile way to work on any phone with installed SIM-And if you have a map or not, you can type in a special combination of characters, so you don't have to look for items on the menu, you just have to open the phone app).
Type the code *#06# on the keyboard. Immediately after entering the last character on the screen, a window with technical information will automatically pop up. IMEI, but also the serial number of the device (SN), also MAC-addresses of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth modules.
If you have a dual-symbol device installed, the system will display two separate codes: IMEI 1 for the first slot and IMEI 2 for the second. In some cases, especially on older versions of firmware, you may need to press the “Additional” button or a down arrow to expand the full list of identifiers.
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Copy the code as soon as it appears on the screen. In some versions of MIUI, the code window disappears when you switch to another application, and the procedure will have to be repeated.
⚠️ Warning: Do not try to enter this code in the contact search box or messengers. the combination works exclusively in the dialing interface.
Search in the system settings of the smartphone
If the screen is unlocked and you have full access to the interface, all the information can be found in the standard settings menu.The path may vary slightly depending on the Android version and shell, but the logic remains the same.
Go to Settings, then select About Phone. In the list that opens, find General Information or scroll down to Status, which is where all your Xiaomi IDs are stored.
Click on Status to see a detailed table, which lists the IMEI for each SIM card, the serial number, and other technical statistics, which is convenient because the data can be copied to the long-tape clipboard along the line (on some versions of MIUI).
- 📱 Open the main menu of applications.
- ⚙️ Go to the "Settings" section (cog icon).
- ℹ️ Select the item "About the phone».
- 📄 Click on General Information or Status».
It is important to note that on smartphones with a cut-out droplet or dynamic islet, the window with IMEI can overlap with the interface elements, in which case simply turn the device into horizontal mode if such an option is available, or take a screenshot.
☑️ Verification of data in settings
Information on the body and packaging
When the phone is turned off, discharged or the screen is completely broken, a physical examination becomes the only way to know the code. Xiaomi manufacturers are required to put identification information on the label located on or under the back cover.
On modern non-removable lid models, the sticker is on the back, often at the bottom of the case. On older devices with removable batteries, the label could be placed under the battery. Look for a barcode that says IMEI and a number next to it.
If the sticker on the case is worn or missing (which often happens after removing the protective case), refer to the original box. IMEI, MAC-address S/N (serial).
| Searching spot | Availability | Accuracy of data | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| USSD-code | Only with the screen on | 100% | The fastest method |
| MIUI settings | Access to the menu is required | 100% | You can copy the text. |
| Sticker on the case | Always. | Tall. | Maybe she'll get away with it. |
| Box | Only if there is a package | 100% | Perfect for storing an archive |
⚠️ Note: If you are buying a used phone, be sure to check IMEI If they don't match, the device has probably been repaired with a replacement board or is a rebuilt artisanal way.
Use of Mi Account and Cloud Services
For owners who have lost access to the device itself, but remember login details, remote verification is possible.Mi Cloud allows you to track tied devices if they have been enabled to search for a phone.
Go to the official cloud service website from a computer or other phone. After logging in to your Mi Account, go to the device management section. Your gadgets list often displays a model and a unique identifier, which helps confirm ownership of the device.
This is also useful for checking your activation history, and if you see a device on the list that has already been sold or disposed of, you can change your account password and check the security of your data.
What to do if your account is not synchronized?
Specificity of two-symbol models
Users are often confused when they see two different numbers. This is normal for modern Xiaomi smartphones. SIM-The card has its own radio module or logic partition, so they are assigned unique 15-digit codes.
When registering a device on the operator's website or when making a warranty, it is usually necessary to specify both values, or the system itself requests them in turn. It is important not to confuse IMEI 1 and IMEI 2, although it is often enough to lock the stolen phone at once through the operator.
In some rare cases, such as flashing regional versions (Global to China or vice versa), the software IMEI can be changed or lost. If instead of 15 digits you see zeros or an error, this indicates damage to the NVRAM partition in the phone's memory.
- 🔢 The first code usually corresponds to the top or left. SIM-map.
- 📶 The second code is responsible for the second slot.
- ✅ Both codes must match the data in the box.
Authentication and code decryption
Having an IMEI doesn’t guarantee that the phone is original. Chinese budget copy makers have learned to prescribe any values in memory. To verify Xiaomi’s authenticity, use official verification services.
On the Mi Verification website, you can enter the serial number and IMEI, the system will check them against the manufacturer's database and report the date of the first activation, if the phone is supposedly new, and activated a year ago, it is a restored instance or used.
There are also GSMA databases that allow you to check if a device is on an international wanted list, especially when buying expensive flagship models from hand, always ask the seller for a check or a box to check.
⚠️ Warning: Never report your own IMEI Knowing this code, fraudsters can theoretically clone the identity of your device to bypass locks, although in practice it is a complex process.
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The IMEI match in the menu, on the box and in the database of the official site is the main sign of the original and clean device.