Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets have become an integral part of the daily lives of millions of users, but sometimes there are situations when the device needs to be completely turned off, this can be due to the sale of the bracelet, switching to a new model, eliminating software failures, or simply wanting to temporarily stop using. Unlike smartphones, where the shutdown is intuitive, Xiaomi bracelets have their own nuances – especially when it comes to completely clearing data and untiring from the Mi Account.
In this article, we will look at all possible blackout scenarios, from simply turning off power to completely resetting the device and removing the device from the Xiaomi ecosystem, focusing on the Mi Band 4/5/6/7 and Smart Band 8 models, as their interface and control algorithms differ, and learn how to avoid typical errors that can lead to a lock bracelet or loss of activity data.
1. How to temporarily turn off Xiaomi bracelet (without resetting)
If you just need to turn off the bracelet for a while — for example, to save charge or during the flight — just perform a software shutdown, which does not delete data or untie the device from the account.
For models Mi Band 4/5/6/7 and Smart Band 8, the algorithm is the same:
- 🔋 Swipe your finger across the bracelet screen to the right to open the menu.
- 📴 Find the “Switch Off” icon (on some firmwares – “Power” or “Power Off").
- ✅ Confirm the action by touching the tick or holding the button (depending on the model).
The bracelet will turn off in 3-5 seconds. To turn on, just connect it to the charger or hold the touch button for 5-10 seconds.
⚠️ Note: On the Mi Band 3 and earlier models, there may be no program shutdown function, in which case the only way is to discharge the battery to 0% or reset (see next section).
2. Complete reset of Xiaomi bracelet to factory settings
Resetting to factory settings removes all data from the bracelet, including:
- 📊 Steps, sleep and exercise statistics (if not synchronized with the app).
- 🔑 Link to Mi Account Account.
- ⚙️ All user settings (alarm clocks, notifications, dials).
To perform the discharge:
- Open on the bracelet Settings → About device → Reset (the path may differ depending on the model).
- Confirm the action on the bracelet screen.
- Wait for the reboot (it will take up to 1 minute).
If the bracelet does not respond to touch or menus are not available, use a hardware reset:
- 🔌 Connect the bracelet to the charger.
- 👆 Hold the touch button for 15-20 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
- 🔄 Release the button and the reset will begin.
Untie the bracelet from the account in the Mi Fitness |Sync data with the cloud |Charge the bracelet to at least 50% |Remove the bracelet from the list of trusted devices in the phone settings-->
3. How to untie Xiaomi bracelet from Mi Account
Even after a reset, the bracelet can remain tied to your Mi Account, which creates problems when selling or transferring the device to another user, so that the binding can be completely removed:
Method 1: Through the Mi Fitness app (recommended):
- Open the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone.
- Go to Profile. → My devices.
- Select your bracelet and press Remove the device.
- Confirm the action by entering the password from Mi Account.
Method 2: Through the web version of Mi Account (if the application is not working):
- Go to account.xiaomi.com.
- Log in and select Device Management.
- Find the bracelet in the list and remove it.
⚠️ Note: If the bracelet has been stolen or lost, immediately delete it from your account to prevent access to your health data.
4. disabling Xiaomi bracelet when selling or transferring
Before transferring the bracelet to another user, a complete cleanup is required so that the new owner can link the device to his account.
- Sync your data with the Mi Fitness app (so you don’t lose your activity history).
- Remove the bracelet from your account (see previous section).
- Perform reset via the bracelet menu or hardware method.
- Format the bracelet (for Mi Band 6/7/Smart Band 8 models): after resetting, select Format (if available) when you first turn on.
If the new owner can’t tie the bracelet, check:
- 🔗 Related to your account is removed (sometimes it takes up to 24 hours to update Xiaomi servers).
- 📱 Is the Mi Fitness app updated to the latest version.
- 🌍 Is the smartphone connected to the Internet (to check the servers Xiaomi).
| Model bracelet | Max: Data synchronization time before reset | Is formatting required? |
|---|---|---|
| Mi Band 4/5 | 7 days | no |
| Mi Band 6/7 | 30 days | Yes (optional) |
| Smart Band 8 | 90 days | Yes (recommended) |
5.What to do if the Xiaomi bracelet does not turn off or reset
If the bracelet does not respond to off or reset commands, try the following methods:
Problem 1: The bracelet does not respond to touch
- 🔋 Connect the bracelet to charge for 30 minutes (sometimes the battery will block the sensor).
- 🔄 Try a hardware reset (holding the 20 button)+ seconds).
- 📱 Reinstall the Mi Fitness app and try to reset the bracelet through it.
Problem 2: Resetting is interrupted or gives an error
- 📶 Make sure your smartphone is connected to the internet (some models require a Xiaomi server check).
- 🔄 Try to reset the bracelet through another device (e.g. tablet).
- 🛠️ If the bracelet is blocked after a failed firmware update, contact Xiaomi Support with a check of purchase.
What to do if the bracelet requires an old Mi Account password?
6. How to turn off notifications and bracelet functions without turning off
If you don’t need to turn off the bracelet completely, but you need to reduce its activity (for example, turn off notifications at night), use the following settings:
Disabling notifications:
- 📱 In the Mi Fitness app, go to Notifications → Management of notifications.
- 🔕 Disable unnecessary apps or set Do Not Disturb Mode on schedule.
Sensor deactivation:
- 🩺 In bracelet settings (Settings) → Sleep/heartbeat monitoring: Turn off automatic measurement.
- 🏃 To save charge, turn off autodetection training.
Energy saving regime:
- 🔋 Activate Charge Savings in bracelet settings (disables backlighting and reduces synchronization frequency).
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If the bracelet discharges too quickly, check the background apps on your smartphone that can constantly send notifications to the bracelet. Turn off sync for unnecessary programs in the Mi Fitness settings.
7. Frequent errors when turning off Xiaomi bracelet
Many users experience problems with the wrong actions when turning off the wristband, and here are the most common mistakes and how to avoid them:
| Mistake. | Effects of consequences | How to fix it |
|---|---|---|
| Resetting without decoupling from the account | The new owner will not be able to tie the bracelet. | Remove the device from the Mi Account before resetting |
| Interruption of the discharge process | The bracelet may be blocked. | Wait until the end (not to disconnect from charging) |
| Use of non-original cable | Unstable nutrition when discharged | Use the original Xiaomi cable |
Another common problem is the loss of activity data after reset, so to avoid this:
- 📤 Always sync the data with the app before resetting.
- 📥 Export history in format GPX or CSV via Mi Fitness (available in the web version).
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Before selling the bracelet, be sure to do three things: sync data → delete from your account → reset settings. This ensures that the new owner can use the device without problems.