Xiaomi account registration on Redmi: 3 ways with photos and videos

Creating a Xiaomi account (or Mi-account) is a must-do for Redmi smartphone owners if you want to use all the features of the device, without it, you can not sync data, install updates over the air, work with cloud storage Mi Cloud, and even some system settings. But the registration process often raises questions: where to find the account creation button, why asks you to link the phone number, and what to do if the system gives an error “Too many attempts”.

In this article, we will discuss three official ways of registering (via smartphone, website and Mi Account app), explain why phone number binding is mandatory for devices with global MIUI 14+ firmware, and show how to get around common errors.

Why you need a Xiaomi account on Redmi

Many users miss the Mi-account creation as unnecessary, but without it, you lose key features:

• 🔄 Sync contacts, notes and photos between devices via Mi Cloud (5GB free).
• 📱 Remote control of the smartphone through the site i.mi.com (blocking, searching, erasing data).
• 🔒 Unlocking the bootloader to install custom firmware (requires a tied account older than 30 days).
• 🛡️ Additional protection: without an account, you can not reset the pattern lock through Find Device.

Moreover, with MIUI 14, some features (such as Game Turbo or Second Space) require authorization, and new models Redmi Note 12/13 without an account will not even be able to activate 5G – the system asks for verification of identity through Mi-account.

Method 1: Registration directly on the Redmi smartphone

The fastest method is to create an account directly in the phone settings, suitable for new devices or after resetting to factory settings.

1. Open the Settings. → Xiaomi Account (or Mi Account in older versions) MIUI).
2. Click "Create an account" (if there is no button, tap the avatar at the top of the screen).
3. Select a country (Russia, Kazakhstan or International for global firmware).
4. Enter a valid email (preferably Gmail or Mail.ru) or phone number.
5. Create a password (minimum 8 characters, with numbers and letters).
6. Confirm registration via SMS or mail.

⚠️ Note: If you choose China, the system may require a Chinese phone number to confirm it. For CIS users, this will lead to an error.

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

Use a real email (you will need it to recover)

Not using a VPN can block your account.

Remember your password or save it in your password manager-->

Once you have successfully registered, the system will suggest linking the phone number (required for global firmware) and enabling Mi Cloud. You can skip these steps, but later they may be needed to restore access.

Method 2: Registration through the official Xiaomi website

If there are errors on your phone (e.g., "Server Unavailable"), you can create an account via a browser on a PC or other device, which is also suitable if you buy Redmi from hand and want to prepare an account in advance.

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com (official domain, check out) SSL-certificate!).
2. Click "Sign Up" (or "Register" in the Russian version).
3. Select the method of registration: by email or phone number.
4. Fill out the form by specifying: Country (e.g. Russia), Email or phone (no +7, only numbers) Password (compliant with complexity requirements).

Confirm registration via a code from SMS or letter.

Settings → Xiaomi account

⚠️ Warning: Never register an account on third-party sites (e.g. mi-account.com or similar) these can be phishing pages that steal your data.

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If you choose the International country when registering through the website, use the phone number in the format +[country code][number], for example, +79123456789 This will help to avoid errors with SMS-confirmation.

Method 3: Registration through the Mi Account app

For users who already have another smartphone (such as Android or iPhone), it is convenient to use the official Mi Account app, which allows you to create an account in advance and then just log in to the new Redmi.

1. Download the Mi Account app from: Google Play (for Android). App Store (for iPhone).

"Register."

Russia

International

Enter your email or phone, and create a password.

Confirm registration through the code from SMS/letter.

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The advantage of this method is the ability to save login data in the phone's password manager (for example, Google Smart Lock or iCloud Keychain), and the application shows login history, which will help track suspicious activity.

Typical errors in registration and their solutions

Even with the right actions, users often encounter errors, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

• ❌ "Too many attempts to register" → Wait 24 hours or try registering with another IP (For example, via mobile Internet instead of Wi-Fi).
• ❌ "Wrong phone format" → Make sure the number is entered without "+7" and spaces (e.g. 9123456789).
• ❌ "This email is already in use" → Try to restore your password or use a different address.
• ❌ "Server unavailable" → Check your internet connection or turn it off. VPN. If the problem persists, try it later.
• ❌ "Account blocked" → Contact Xiaomi via official website.

If you see a device not supported error on custom firmware phones (like LineageOS), go back to the official MIUI or sign up through the site.

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The most common mistake is trying to register with China, always choose Russia or International, otherwise the system will require a Chinese phone number to confirm.

How to link a phone number to your Xiaomi account

With MIUI 14, number binding became mandatory for global firmware devices, and without it, some features (like Find Device) would not work.

1. Open Settings → Xiaomi Account → Account Security
2. Press "Tie the phone number."
3. Enter the number in the format 9XXXXXXXXXX (without "+7").
4. Confirm through SMS-code.

⚠️ Note: One phone number can only be linked to one Xiaomi account. If you are trying to use a number that is already linked to another account, the system will give an error. → Security).

If the SMS code does not arrive:

• Check if your carrier is blocking messages from short numbers (e.g., Xiaomi sends codes from numbers like 1069xxxx).
• Try to re-request the code in 1-2 minutes.
• Make sure there are enough funds on the phone (some carriers block SMS when the balance is negative).

What to do if your Xiaomi account is blocked

Xiaomi may block an account for several reasons:

• 🔓 Suspicious activity (repeated attempts to enter from different locations) IP).
• 📵 Violation of rules (for example, using an account to unlock the bootloader on multiple devices).
• 🕵️ Manual blocking by support (on fraud complaint).

To unlock the account:

1. Go to the recovery page: account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword.
2. Enter the email or phone attached to your account.
3. Follow the instructions (access to mail or SMS is required).
4. If automatic recovery is not working, please fill out the support form: mi.com/global/support/.

Please indicate in the request:

• Email/account phone.
• IMEI devices (find in Settings → About phone → All settings).
• Photo of the check or box (if the phone is new).

The unlock period is 1 to 7 days, and in some cases Xiaomi may require a video to prove ownership of the device (e.g., show IMEI in the settings).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi account registration