Owning Xiaomi wearables often starts with enthusiasm, but over time users face the necessary changes: selling the device, replacing it with a new model or simply wanting to clear the list of connected gadgets.The process of untying a fitness bracelet is not just disconnecting Bluetooth, but a complex procedure involving binding to your Mi Account account and the manufacturer’s cloud services. If you plan to transfer the device to another person, ignoring this step will make the bracelet useless for the new owner, since it will remain blocked behind your profile.
There are two main levels of detachment: software deletion from the app on your smartphone and complete resetting through the company's servers. The first step is to break the data sync, the second is for complete freedom of the device. Many users mistakenly believe that it is enough to remove the Zepp app (formerly Mi Fit), but this only hides the data, but does not release the serial number of the tracker. In this article, we will discuss all the steps in detail so that you can safely part with your gadget.
It is important to understand that modern models such as Mi Band 4, Mi Band 5, Mi Band 6 and later have enhanced protection against theft, which means that without prior detachment through the app or website, the bracelet will require authorization from the previous owner’s account even after the previous owner’s button has completely reset, so before you give the device to the service center or sell it, make sure that you follow all the steps to deactivate.
Preparation for uncoupling of the device
Before you start any manipulation of the software or account settings, you need to perform a number of preparatory steps, which will help to avoid losing important data about your physical activity and ensure that the process goes smoothly. Make sure that your smartphone and fitness bracelet are charged at least 50-60%, as a sudden power outage during synchronization or reset can lead to a software failure.
It’s also worth checking the version of the app you’re controlling your device through. For most modern models, it’s the Zepp app (formerly known as Mi Fit).Older versions of the software may not display the control menu correctly or have a device removal feature. Update the app via Google Play or the App Store to the latest available version.
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Before unbundling, be sure to manually synchronize data so that all the steps and sleep statistics are uploaded to the server and not lost after removing the device.
Remember, undocking your device doesn't delete your Mi Account entirely, it just removes a particular gadget from your trusted list. If you change your phone but leave the bracelet, you don't have to untie it, just install the app on your new device and log in. However, if the goal is a sale or transfer, preparation is critical to the security of your personal data.
- 🔋 Charge your bracelet and smartphone to at least 50%.
- 📲 Update the Zepp/Mi Fit app to the latest version.
- ☁️ Perform manual data synchronization before deletion.
- 🔐 Make sure you remember the password from your Mi Account.
Uncoupling through the Zepp app (Mi Fit)
The main and most correct way to untie the tracker is to use the official mobile app. This is where the logical connection between the device and your profile breaks. The interface of the Zepp app (or Mi Fit for older models) may vary slightly depending on the version, but the logic of actions remains the same throughout the Xiaomi ecosystem.
To start, open the app and go to the Profile tab (usually the human icon in the lower right corner). In the My Devices section, select your bracelet. You need to find the Untie or Delete Device button. In some versions of the interface, this option is hidden in the three-dot menu or at the bottom of the bracelet settings page. Pressing this button initiates the deletion process.
☑️ Application decoupling algorithm
The system will ask you to confirm the action, because it's a critical operation, you'll need to enter the password from your Mi Account, which is a security measure to prevent attackers from removing the device if they gain access to the unlocked phone, and after you enter the password and confirm it, the application will send a request to the server.
⚠️ Note: If you simply delete the app from your phone or turn off Bluetooth in your smartphone settings, the device will NOT unplug your account. it will remain “hang” in the cloud and the new owner will not be able to activate it. Once successfully uncoupled, the bracelet will return to factory status, and it will disappear from the list in the app, and the training data stored in the cloud will remain in your profile, but new data from this device will no longer come. This is the perfect moment to check if the entire activity history has been correctly preserved before handing over the gadget. 📊 How do you plan to do with the bracelet after the detachment?Sell on Avito:Give to a friend:Put in recycling:Leave as a spare Removal through the Mi Home web service If you do not have access to the smartphone from which the initial binding was made, or the application works incorrectly, you can Use the web version of the service. This method is less popular, but it is extremely effective in situations where the phone is lost or sold, and the bracelet is left. You will need a computer and a browser. Go to the official mi.com website or the account management page account.xiaomi.com. Log in using your data (login and password). When you log in to your personal account, find the device-related section, which can be called My Devices, Smart Home, or Device List. On the list of all connected gadgets, find your fitness bracelet by model name or serial number. Select the device and find the option "Unbind" or "Delete" and the system will again request verification of identity, possibly through a code from the SMS This step is necessary to make sure that the account owner decides to remove the device from the ecosystem. Parameter Through App Availability Required Smartphone Required PC/Planchet Speed Instantly Depends on Server Functional Full Basic Confirmation Password Account Password + SMS/Email Web interface is especially useful if you bought a used bracelet and it was tied to someone else's account and you contacted the seller remotely. The seller can quickly untie the device via the browser without installing any applications. However, for regular use, the mobile application remains a more convenient and functional management tool, what to do if the application is not synchronized in the browser first case, and it can not be used in the browser for the device. After the software unbundle through the app, it is recommended to reset the settings on the device itself.This will return the fitness tracker to the “out of the box” state by removing all local data, dial settings and personalization. This is especially important when selling so that the new owner does not see your notifications or settings. The reset procedure varies depending on the model. On older models, such as Mi Band 2 or 3, it is often required to pinch the touch button for a few seconds before the vibration or reset icon. On models with a screen (Mibinory Band 4 and new) it is located on the menu “Shook” (from the screen) to the “Shake the screen” (Shapter) in the menu (from the box) or “Shapter” (Shapter) in the menu (from the menu (Shapter) or “Shapter) on the menu (from the menu (Shapter) to the right). When you select this option, the device will warn you that all data will be deleted. ⚙️ Go to the bracelet settings via swipe on the screen. 🔄 Find the "System" item» → «Factory Reset». ✅ Confirm the reset by clicking the tick. 📉 The device will reboot and show QR-And then you reboot the bracelet, and it'll show up on the screen. QR-And the code and the suggestion to scan it for connectivity, which means that the device is ready for a new life, and if you see this screen, it's a success, and the bracelet no longer stores your personal data in memory. ⚠️ Warning: Resetting the bracelet itself without prior detachment in the app will NOT remove the account lock.The device will reset, but when you try to connect to a new phone will require authorization of the old owner. Users may encounter various technical difficulties during the unbundling process. The most common problem is server error when trying to delete the device. This often happens when you have an unstable Internet connection. Make sure your smartphone is connected to a reliable Wi-Fi network or uses a stable 4G/5G mobile Internet. Another common situation is a forgotten password from your Mi Account. Without it, it is impossible to unbundle, since this is the main security mechanism. If you do not remember the password, use the function of restoring access on mi.com before trying to unbundle. Recovering may take time if the phone does not have an access to the phone, but there is a problem in the phone when the phone when the phone is attached to the list. In this case, only contacting Xiaomi support or using a web interface that sometimes sees “lost” devices better than a mobile client will help. 💡Security rule: Never hand over the bracelet to a new owner without making sure it's untied from your Mi Account. Otherwise, the device will become a brick for the buyer. If the app freezes during the confirmation stage, try clearing the app's cache in the settings Android/iOS Sometimes it helps to just turn off and on Bluetooth on your smartphone, and also to reboot the bracelet itself before you try again to untie. Frequently asked questions (FAQ) Can I untie the bracelet without access to the phone from which it was linked? Yes, it is possible through the website account.xiaomi.com. You only need the username and password from the account to which the device is linked. Physical access to the old phone is not necessary if you remember the credentials. What happens if I just sell the bracelet without junction? The new owner can not connect it to his phone. When you try to pair it, the application will require you to enter the password from the previous owner's Mi Account. Without this, the bracelet is useless, and the buyer will most likely require a refund. Are health data reset after the junction? Data that has already been synchronized with the server remains in your account. Data that was not uploaded to the cloud at the time of the junction will be lost. So always make manual synchronization of the device, how the buyer will not be able to remove the account from the security considerations before I am de-locking it? You need to contact the seller and ask him to untie the device via the app or website by providing a serial number (MAC-address), which is usually written on the back of the bracelet.