How to make a Xiaomi account for Redmi: full instructions with pictures and tips

Why you need a Xiaomi account for Redmi smartphones and how to create it

Xiaomi account (or Mi Account) is not just a formality, but the key to the full use of Redmi smartphones, POCO Without it, you lose access to branded services, cloud storage, the ability to unlock the bootloader, and even update the firmware on some models, but many users face problems when registering: From simple input errors to region-by-region locking, in this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to create a Mi Account in 2026, from standard phone registration to circumventing regional restrictions.

It is especially important to register an account correctly if you plan to:

• 🔓 Unlock the bootloader to install custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience)
• ☁️ Use Mi Cloud Storage for Backups of Photos and Contacts
• 📱 Sync data between Xiaomi devices (e.g. Redmi Note 12 and Mi Band 8)
• 🔄 Get OTA-firmware updates (on some models without an account updates are blocked)

We're going to look at not only the basic steps, but also the hidden nuances that are not written about in the official instructions, like why when you register through settings. → Mi Account may appear error "Service is not available in your region" and how to get around it without VPN. We will also analyze what data should be specified during registration, so as not to lose access to the account later.

Method 1: Registration of Mi Account directly on the Redmi smartphone

The easiest and fastest way to create an account is to create an account directly in your phone’s settings, a method that works for most Redmi models, including the Redmi Note. 12 Pro+, Redmi 10C and older devices on MIUI 12/13/14. Important: Make sure your phone is connected to the internet before you start (preferably via Wi-Fi, as mobile traffic may block some sign-up steps).

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Scroll up and select Accounts and Sync (some firmware may call it Mi Account or Xiaomi Account).
3. Click Add Add Account → Xiaomi.
4. In the window that opens, select Create an Account (not to be confused with Log in!).
5. Fill out the form: 📧 Email – provide a valid address (preferably Gmail or Yandex, as Mail.ru is sometimes blocked) 🔐 Password – minimum 8 characters, with capital letters and numbers 📱 Phone number – optional, but recommended for access recovery 🌍 Region – choose Russia or Global (if Russia is not available, see the section on circumvention of restrictions)

Confirm your registration via email (the letter will arrive within 1-2 minutes).

You're on the phone now.

Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi|Use a strong password (at least 8 characters)|Check the Spam folder in the mail for confirmation letters|Don't use VPN (may block the registration)

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If you don’t have Russia or Global at the region selection stage, it means that your Redmi firmware has regional restrictions, in which case you can go to the region bypass section.

⚠️ Warning: Never use the same password for Mi Account and other services (e.g. Google or social networks).In 2022, there were cases of hacking Xiaomi accounts through data leaks from other platforms. 1Password).

Method 2: Create an account through the Xiaomi website

If you don’t register via your phone for some reason (e.g., if you have an error or no access to your settings), you can create an account through your official website, which is also suitable for those who want to prepare an account before buying a Redmi smartphone.

Instructions:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com (open in Chrome or Firefox on your computer or phone).
2. Click Sign Up in the upper right corner.
3. Select the method of registration: 📧 By email (recommended) 📱 Phone number (may not work for Russian numbers)

• Email – Enter a valid address
• Password – Create a complex password (for example, XiaomiRedmi2026!)
• Confirmation Code – Enter CAPTCHA and code from the letter
• Region – Choose Russia or Global
• Once confirmed, the email account will be created, and now it can be linked to the phone via Settings. → Mi Account → Come in.

If you see a message that says “This service is not available in your region” when registering through the site, it means that your IP-Address blocked:

• 🌐 Try using another browser (e.g. Edge or Opera).
• 🔄 Reboot your router to change IP.
• 🛡️ As a last resort, use it. VPN (For example, ProtonVPN, by selecting a server in Germany or the Netherlands.

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If you register an account to unlock the bootloader, specify a real email that you have permanent access to. Xiaomi can request account confirmation after 30 days, and without access to the mail, you will not be able to continue the unlock process.

Method 3: Bypassing regional restrictions (if no option is available)

Many Redmi users face a problem: when trying to create an account in the phone settings, there is no option to choose the region Russia or Global, this is due to the fact that the device’s firmware is tied to another region (for example, India or China), in which case standard registration is impossible, but there are workarounds.

Option 1: Relocation of the region through MIUI (non-reset)

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Click 7-10 times on the MIUI version until the message “You are a developer!” appears.
3. Return to the main settings menu and open Additional → for developers.
4. Find the Region (or Region) option and select Russia or Global.
5. Restart your phone and try to register your account again.

Option 2: Alternative method of registration

If the change of region did not help, you can create an account through a hidden menu:

1. Open the Calls app (Dialer).
2. Enter the code ##6484##
3. In the menu, select Mi Account. → Sign Up.
4. Fill in the data as in the standard registration.

⚠️ Attention: If you are using VPN To bypass regional restrictions, do not link your real phone number to your account. SMS. In some cases, Xiaomi may block an account if it detects a region mismatch. IP You'd better confirm it by email.

Method 4: Registration via computer (to unlock the bootloader)

If you plan to unlock a bootloader on Redmi to install custom firmware, an account must be created through the official Mi Unlock Tool. Otherwise, Xiaomi may reject the unlock request.

Instructions:

1. Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website (version for Windows).
2. Install the program and run it on behalf of the administrator.
3. Press Sign In. → Create account.
4. Fill in the data: 📧 Email – must match what you specified when registering on the site 🔐 Password – enter the same as on the site 📱 Phone number is optional, but recommended

"Xiaomi Account Verification"

Settings → Mi Account

Important: To unlock the bootloader, the account must be "linked" to the device for at least 7 days.

• 🔗 The phone's debugging on. USB (Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB)
• 🔒 Device unlocked (no pattern lock or PIN-code)
• 📱 In Mi Unlock Tool, the phone is determined (if not, install drivers). ADB)

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To unlock the bootloader, Xiaomi account must be created through the Mi Unlock Tool, not just through your phone or website, otherwise the system will reject the request with the error "Account not bound to device".

Frequent Registration Errors and How to Fix Them

Even when following instructions, users often encounter errors, and let's look at the most common ways to solve them.

If you see a "Couldn't sign in. Please check your network connection" error, it could mean:

• 🌐 Internet connection problems (try switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data or vice versa)
• 🔒 Blocking by the provider (for example, Rostelecom sometimes blocks Xiaomi servers)
• 🛡️ Firewall or antivirus (turn them off during registration)

If none of these methods worked, try:

1. Remove the Mi Account app cache in settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Mi Account → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
2. Reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and networks → Resetting network settings).
3. Update your firmware to the latest version (Settings → System Update).

How to Restore Access to Mi Accounts If You Forgot Your Password

Don’t panic – you can restore access in several ways, but you need to remember at least the email or phone number associated with the account.

Method 1: Recovery via email

1. Go to the entrance page.
2. Click Forgot Password? (Forgot Password?)
3. Enter the email linked to the account.
4. Check your email – a letter should come with a link to reset your password.
5. Follow the instructions in the letter to create a new password.

Method 2: Recovery through phone number

If the number is linked to the account:

1. On the login page, select Sign in with phone.
2. Enter your phone number and press Forgot password.
3. He'll come. SMS confirmation-coded.
4. Enter the code and set a new password.

Method 3: Recovery through the tethered device

If you have a Redmi that already has an account login:

1. Open the Settings. → Mi Account.
2. Click on your profile → Account management.
3. Choose Security → Change the password.
4. Confirm the action via email or SMS.

⚠️ Note: If you don’t remember your email or phone number, it will be extremely difficult to restore your account, in which case you can only contact Xiaomi to provide proof of ownership of the device (for example, a purchase check). But even then, the chances of success are low – Xiaomi is very strict about account security.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions about Mi Account