How to untie the fitness bracelet Xiaomi from the smartphone

Wearable electronics owners often face the need to reconnect the device, which may be required when selling a gadget, buying a new phone, or fixing critical synchronization errors. The unblocking procedure is not always obvious, since the application hides a direct delete button in the depth of the menu.

The process of disconnecting a device from a Xiaomi account requires care, and if you just remove the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app, the bracelet will remain tied to the cloud, which will create problems when you try to connect it to another smartphone, since the system will require access to the old account.

In this article, we will discuss in detail all ways to correctly disable the trackers of the Mi Band and Mi Smart Band series. You will learn how to clean the device data on the server and perform a complete reset of the device itself.

Preparation for uncoupling of the device

Before you start manipulations, you need to make sure that the gadget is charged at least 20-30%. The process of disconnecting the connection and subsequent reset can take several minutes, during which the tracker will actively exchange data with the smartphone.

It is also important to check the version of the installed application. Different models are relevant to different programs: old models work through Mi Fit, and new ones require Zepp Life or Mi Fitness installation. Make sure that Bluetooth on the phone is on and the device is within range (up to 10 meters).

Back up your data if you plan to retrieve your activity history on a new account in the future. While the undock doesn't always delete the history instantly, reinsurance won't hurt. Open your profile in the app and find "Backup."

• 🔋 Charge your bracelet by at least 20% before the procedure.
• 📱 Install the current version of the application for your model.
• 📶 Check the stability of the Bluetooth connection.
• 💾 Save important activity data in the cloud.

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If you plan to sell the bracelet, be sure to perform a full reset (Hard Reset) through the menu of the device itself after the unbundling in the application to delete personal data.

The Zepp Life app (formerly Mi Fit)

Most users use the Zepp Life app (formerly Mi Fit) to manage trackers, and that's where the device's binding to your ID is stored. The deletion process requires a strict sequence of actions to be performed in the program interface.

Open the app and go to the Profile tab. In the My Devices list, select your bracelet. Don't press the buttons at the bottom of the screen yet, they're responsible for finding the device, not managing the binding.

Scroll down the device page, and you'll see Unlink, and clicking on that button will start the disconnection process, and the system will warn you that all data will be deleted from the device but will remain in the cloud.

⚠️ Warning: If you simply remove the app from your phone without untieing the bracelet in the menu, the device will remain "locked" on your account.

Once confirmed, the app will send a command to the bracelet, the tracker screen may blink and it will return to standby mode, from which point it is ready to connect to another phone.

Instructions for the Mi Fitness application

Newer models, such as the Mi Smart Band 7, 8 and higher, often require the use of the Mi Fitness app (formerly Xiaomi Wear).

Go to the app and select the Device tab at the bottom menu, which shows your current connection status and basic metrics, and you need to find the control button, which is usually in the top right corner or as three dots.

Click on the control menu and select "Delete Device" or "Disable." The system will request confirmation of operation. It is important to understand that Mi Fitness tightens the binding control: after removal, the device may require resetting through the brast settings itself if the automatic reset fails.

In some cases, the app might say, "Forget the device," which is like a detachment, and make sure the phone is right next to you so that the command is executed correctly.

Full reset of bracelet settings (Hard Reset)

Sometimes the software detachment isn't enough, and if you're planning to transfer the device to another person, you need to clear the tracker's internal memory of the traces of use, and this is done through the menu of the gadget itself.

On most Mi Band models, swipe left or right until you find either More or Settings. Inside the menu, look for Reset or the crossed-out arrow icon.

Press it and hold your finger (or button if the model is mechanical) until the vibration and the MI logo appear. The device will reboot in factory condition. All steps, pulse and settings will be erased.

For touchscreen models, navigation is intuitive, but on older single-button versions (like the Mi Band 1S), the button is in the settings menu. Be careful not to reset the device unless you want to lose data before syncing.

• 🔄 Find the “Settings” menu on the bracelet screen.
• 🗑️ Select the item "Reset).
• ✋ Confirm the action (with a long press).
• ⏳ Wait for the brand logo to appear.

Problems: The bracelet does not untidy

Users often encounter a situation where an app writes an error or spins the loading wheel endlessly when trying to untie the device, which may be due to an unstable Bluetooth connection or a stalled process in the background.

Try to force the app to stop in Android/iOS settings and clear its cache. Then restart the smartphone. Often this frees up blocked communication ports and allows you to complete the detachment procedure.

If that didn't work, try Forget Device in your phone's Bluetooth system settings. Find your Mi Band in the list of paired devices, click on the gear or information icon, and select "Forget" or "Cancel pairing."

Then log back in to the Zepp Life or Mi Fitness app and try again, and the combination of system disconnection and software deletion usually solves 95% of the problems.

⚠️ Warning: Do not attempt to untie the device if it appears as “Offline” or “Offline.” First, ensure the connection, otherwise the command will not reach the bracelet and the binding on the server will remain.

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The Forget Device system command in Bluetooth settings doesn’t remove the binding in the Xiaomi account, it only breaks the current connection.

Frequent Questions and Answers (FAQ)

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When buying a used fitness bracelet, always ask the seller to untie the device in the app. This ensures that the gadget is not “stolen” or lost by the previous owner, and you can fully use all its functions.