Where to find out. QR-Xiaomi phone code: all ways to use Redmi, POCO mi

You have bought a Xiaomi smartphone and can’t find it. QR-- the code required to warranty, sign up for a Mi Account or connect to smart devices? - Don't worry - this code is not as obvious as it might seem. - Depending on the model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13 et al.) and firmware versions MIUI location QR In this article, we'll look at all the possible places where the manufacturer hides this code, including system menus, physical packaging, and even hidden battery tags.

It is important to understand that QR-phone code QR-The box code is different. The first one is unique. IMEI, The serial number and model data, and the second one often duplicates the sticker information on the back of the device. If you want the code for the service center, you probably need the one that's generated in the system. And if you're setting up the Xiaomi Home or Mi Fit, you might want to get the code out of the box. Next – detailed instructions for each case.

1. Where to look. QR-code in the settings of the Xiaomi phone

The most reliable way is to find the code directly from the smartphone menu, without having to disassemble the device or search for the box, and the instructions are relevant for all models on MIUI 12-14, including Redmi, POCO and Mi:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to About the Phone (or About the Device on some firmware).
3. Slip on the item All parameters or additionally.
4. Find the Status or Device Information line.
5. Scroll down to the block. QR-device code - there will be a button to display the code.

In some models (for example, POCO F5) The path may be slightly different: → The phone. → General information → QR-If you don't have a button, try updating the firmware -- in older versions. MIUI This section may not be available.

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If QR-The code doesn't show up, check if it's hidden behind "Advanced" or "Advanced Settings." Some firmwares need to tap the version twice. MIUI, to unlock hidden options.

Here's what a typical looks like. QR-code from Xiaomi settings:

Important: This one QR-The code is tied to the hardware of the phone. If you reset the settings to the factory, the code will remain the same, but some data (for example, the Mi Account tied) may change.

2. QR-code on the box and documents Xiaomi

If the phone is new, the fastest way is to look at the packaging. QR-code:

• 📦 Sticker on the back of the box (near the barcode).
• 📄 Warranty card (if attached).
• 🔖 Booklet with instructions (on the last page).

The code on the box usually duplicates the information from the sticker on the phone itself (under the removable lid or on the tray). SIM-But there's a caveat: if you bought a phone with your hands, the box might not be saved, or the sticker might have been damaged. QR from the settings (section 1).

Example of QR location on the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ box:

⚠️ WARNING: If you buy Xiaomi with your hands, always check for a match IMEI on the box and in the phone settings (Settings) → The phone. → All parameters. → Status. → IMEI). The discrepancy could mean the phone is recovered after repair or stolen.

3. Hidden QR-battery-code SIM

On older models (Redmi) 4X, Mi A1) or removable battery devices QR-code could be applied directly to:

• 🔋 Battery (white sticker with code and serial number).
• 📱 Tray SIM-cards (a small sticker inside the slot).
• 🛠️ Rear cover (under the removable panel, if any).

For current models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Pro), this method is irrelevant - the manufacturer has abandoned removable batteries.

1. Turn off the phone and remove the tray. SIM-map.
2. Light a flashlight inside the slot - sometimes the code is applied to a plastic frame.
3. If the battery is removable, remove the lid and check the sticker on the battery.

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Xiaomi Mi 8 and Mi 9 models QR-The code could be hidden under a protective film on the back panel - it must be carefully tampered with a nail or mediator.

4. How to generate QR-code itself (if not in the system)

If there is no built-in setting QR-code (relevant to custom firmware or older versions) MIUI), You can create it by hand. You'll need to do it:

• 📱 Serial number (S/N) — Look at the settings. → The phone.
• 🔢 IMEI — Please enter *#06# in the phone application.
• 📋 Model of device (e.g, 2201116PG For the Redmi Note 11).

Use any online generator. QR-codes (e.g. codes, QR Code Generator and enter data in the format:

Model: [Model]


S/N: [Serial number]




IMEI1: [First IMEI]




IMEI2: [second IMEI, if any]

This code is suitable for a service center, but does not guarantee work with Xiaomi smart devices (for example, to link the Mi Band may require an original system QR).

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5. QR-Xiaomi Smart Devices (Mi Home, Mi Fit)

If you need it. QR-code for connecting to Xiaomi Smart Home or synchronizing with Mi Band, its location depends on the task:

• 🏠 For a smart home: Use code from a phone box or system QR from the settings (section 1).
• 🏃 For the Mi Band: You need to scan the code from the bracelet, not the phone! It's on the back of the module.
• 🔊 For Mi columns AI: The code is generated in the Mi Home app when you first connect.

Example: To tie the Redmi Note 12 to a Yeelight smart bulb, open Mi Home, select Add Device → Light bulb and scan the QR from the phone box. If the light bulb doesn't find the phone, check:

• Is Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enabled on your smartphone?
• Has the Mi Home firmware been updated to the latest version?
• Are there any regional restrictions (some devices only work with Chinese servers)?

⚠️ Note: If you use a phone with root rights or custom firmware, Xiaomi smart devices may block the connection for security reasons.In this case, temporarily disable Magisk or return to the official service. MIUI.

6 What to do if QR-code erased or unreadable

If the code on the box or phone is corrupted, use alternative methods:

1. Use IMEI: Dial *#06# and a unique identifier will appear, which can be entered manually at the service center or on the Xiaomi website to verify the warranty.
2. Check your email with purchase: If you bought it from an official store (Mi Store, AliExpress), there may be a duplicate code in the check letter.
3. Contact support: Write to Xiaomi’s support team with the serial number and IMEI – they will send a digital copy of QR.

If the problem is in the system QR (not displayed in the settings), try:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 🔧 Reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings).
• 📥 Update MIUI last-minute.

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IMEI — It is a universal identifier that can replace QR-code 90% of the time. Always write it down when you buy a phone!

FAQ: Frequent questions about QR-Xiaomi codes