How to create a new Mi Account on Xiaomi: a step-by-step guide with expert advice

Without a Mi Account, Xiaomi’s smartphone loses half of its functions, from syncing contacts to managing smart devices through the Mi Home. But registering a new account often raises questions — especially for users who are first encountering the Xiaomi ecosystem or buying a used device. In this article, we will examine not only the standard procedure for creating an account, but also the nuances that the manufacturer does not keep silent: from binding to the region to bypassing locks when changing ownership.

It’s important to understand that Mi Account is not just an app store login; it’s a central node that links all Xiaomi devices into a single ecosystem. It depends on the work of Find Device (search for lost phone), cloud backup, as well as access to branded services like Mi Cloud or Mi Pay, while the registration procedure differs on new and old devices, and also depends on the version of the device. MIUI. We tested the creation of an account on Xiaomi 14 Ultra, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ and POCO F6 — The instruction is universal for all models of 2026.

Why you need a Mi Account: 5 hidden opportunities

Many users mistakenly believe that Mi Account is only for downloading apps from the Mi App Store, but in fact, its features are much broader - and some of them are not obvious:

• 🔒 Blocking theft: Even after resetting, your phone will remain linked to your account (Mi Account Lock feature.
• 📱 Synchronization between devices: notes from Mi Notes, call history, SMS And even the clipboard is automatically copied to all your Xiaomi gadgets.
• 🏠 Smart home management: without an account, you can’t add devices to Mi Home or set up automation (for example, turning on the lights when you return home).
• 🔄 Data recovery: when you change your phone, all settings, apps, and even desktop wallpaper are transferred automatically through the Mi Cloud.
• 💳 Mi Pay and Financial Services: In some regions (e.g. China) the account allows you to pay for purchases through the service. NFC credit card.

There is a downside: if you forget your password or email from your account, unlocking your phone after a reset will be extremely difficult. Xiaomi requires proof of identity through a linked phone number or document (in some countries).

Preparation for registration: what to check before creating an account

Before you start registering, make sure your device is ready for the procedure. Here are key points that are often overlooked:

1. Update MIUI: on older versions of the firmware (below) MIUI 12) registration via phone number may not work. Update the system in Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
2. Internet connection: you need stable Wi-Fi or mobile Internet to register (3G/4G/5G). Xiaomi can block the creation of an account through VPN.
3. Device region: if the phone is purchased in China, a Chinese phone number may be required to register. → Additionally. → Region.
4. No old account: if the device is used, make sure the previous owner untied his Mi Account. → Accounts. → Mi Account.

Particular attention should be paid to the choice of country of registration.

• 🌍 Available services (e.g. Mi Pay is not available in all regions).
• 📧 Language of Notification and Support.
• 🔐 Account Recovery Methods (In some countries, a passport is required).

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If you buy Xiaomi abroad (for example, in China), register an account immediately – after changing the region of the device, this may become impossible without a local phone number.

Step-by-step: how to create a Mi Account on Xiaomi

Let's look at two main ways to sign up: through your phone settings and through a website. The first is easier, but the second can come in handy if your phone is locked or you register your account in advance.

Method 1: Registration through smartphone settings

1. Open the settings on your Xiaomi smartphone.
2. Go to the Accounts section → Add an account → Mi Account.
3. Click Create an Account (or Register on Older Versions) MIUI).
4. Select the method of registration: 📧 Email – suitable for international accounts. 📞 Phone number - faster, but links the account to the country of the number.

Fill out the form:

• For email: provide a valid address (preferably Gmail or Outlook).
• For phone: enter the number in the international format (for example, +79123456789).
• Create a strong password (at least 8 characters, with numbers and letters).
• Confirm registration through a code sent to an email or SMS.
• Accept the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy (a mandatory step).
• You're on the phone now.

If you see an error at the stage of entering the phone number "This number is not supported", then:

• You are trying to sign up with a number from a country not supported by Xiaomi (such as some African or Middle Eastern carriers).
• You're on. VPN Proxies that misidentify your location.
• The phone is tied to another region (for example, Chinese firmware).

Method 2: Registration through the official website

This method is useful if:

• You want to create an account in advance (before you buy your phone).
• Your device is locked, but you remember your old account details.
• You register for an account in another region (for example, to buy gadgets in a Chinese store).

1. Go to the official website: account.xiaomi.com.
2. Select the language of the site (Russian is available in the drop-down menu in the upper right corner).
3. Click Sign Up (or Sign Up).
4. Please indicate the country of registration. This will depend on: Payment methods in the Mi Store, available services (for example, Mi Credit only works in India), Support language.

Fill out the form by selecting registration by email or phone number.

Confirm your account through a code from the letter or SMS.

Link your account to your phone: go to Settings → Accounts. → Mi Account and log in.

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If you register for the Chinese version MIUI, Use account.xiaomi.com with VPN, If they're connected to China, the system could block the registration.

Frequent Registration Errors and How to Fix Them

Even when following the instructions, users often encounter errors, and let's look at the most common problems and their solutions:

If you see an error "Device is linked to another account", it means that the previous owner has not untied his Mi Account.

⚠️ Warning: Buying a phone with a tied account is a risk of being left with a brick. Xiaomi does not provide official ways to bypass Mi Account Lock after a reset. The only legal way out is to contact the previous owner and ask him to untie the device via account.xiaomi.com.

If it is not possible to contact the previous owner, only an informal dumping through the EDL Mode (requires special equipment and knowledge) However, this violates Xiaomi's terms of use and may result in device locking.

How to link Mi Account to a new phone

If you have already created an account on one device and want to transfer it to another Xiaomi smartphone, follow this instruction:

1. On your new phone, go to Settings → Accounts. → Add an account → Mi Account.
2. Select Sign in (not "Create an Account").
3. Enter the email or phone number associated with the account.
4. Enter the password and press Login.
5. Confirm the entry through the code from SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
6. Allow data synchronization (contacts, notes, call history).

If you are selling your old phone, be sure to untie it from your Mi Account:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts → Mi Account.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Exit.
3. Confirm the exit and reset (if you plan to sell the phone).
4. On account.xiaomi.com, in the Devices section, remove the old phone from the list.

To enable two-factor authentication:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. Go to Security. → Two-factor authentication.
3. Follow the instructions: link a phone number or install an authenticator app (e.g. Google Authenticator).
4. Save your backup codes in a safe place (such as a password manager).

⚠️ Note: If you use a Mi Account to manage a smart home (for example, via Mi Home), disabling two-factor authentication can allow attackers to access your cameras, locks, and other devices. 2FA included!

We also recommend that you periodically check your active sessions:

1. Go to the account settings on the Xiaomi website.
2. Go to the Security section → Devices.
3. Check out the list of devices connected to your account.
4. Remove unknown devices and change your password if you find suspicious activity.

Mi Account and Smart Home: How to Connect Devices

One of the main advantages of Mi Account is the ability to manage the Xiaomi ecosystem.

• 💡 Smart lamps (Yeelight, Mi) LED).
• 🔌 Power sockets and switches (Mi Smart Plug, Aqara).
• 🏠 Robot Vacuum (Mi Robot Vacuum).
• 📹 Security cameras (Mi Home Security Camera).
• 🔒 Smart locks (Mi Smart Door Lock).

To add the device to the ecosystem:

1. Install the Mi Home app from Google Play or the App Store.
2. Sign in with your Mi Account.
3. Click Add Add the device (+ top-right).
4. Select the category of the device (for example, Lighting or Security).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen (usually you need to connect the device to the power and press the pairing button).

After adding the device, you will be able to:

• Manage it through the Mi Home app or voice assistant (Alice, Google Assistant).
• Set up automation (for example, turning on lights when moving).
• View the history of events (for cameras and sensors).

⚠️ Note: If you sell a Xiaomi smart device, remember to unplug it from your Mi Account, otherwise the new owner will not be able to use it, and you will receive notifications about its activity.

To remove the device from your account:

1. Open Mi Home and select the device.
2. Go to its settings (cog in the upper right corner).
3. Click Remove the device and confirm the action.

FAQ: answers to frequent questions about Mi Account