Connecting Mi Band 3 to Xiaomi phone: full instruction with error solutions

Why sync Mi Band 3 with Xiaomi phone

The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular wearables due to its combination of functionality and affordable price. However, many users face difficulties when connecting a gadget to a smartphone for the first time - especially if both devices are from Xiaomi. In this article, we will discuss not only the standard synchronization procedure through the Mi Fit application, but also the nuances that arise when working with the brand's phones (for example, the Redmi Note 10 Pro or POCO X3).

Not only does the correct collection of step, sleep and pulse data depend on the right connection, but also the stable operation of notifications, alarm clocks and even contactless payments (in some regions). If you have previously used other brands' bracelets (for example, Huawei Band or Honor Band), the process may seem unobvious - Xiaomi has its own authorization features and access rights settings. We took into account all the typical errors and prepared a checklist for trouble-free synchronization.

Requirements for phone and bracelet before connection

Before you start syncing, make sure your hardware meets the minimum requirements. Mi Band 3 is compatible with Android 4.4 and higher smartphones, but there are additional nuances for Xiaomi phones:

• 📱 Version. MIUI: On devices with MIUI 12.5 and later, a manual permit may be required to operate in the background (more on this below).
• 🔋 Bracelet charge: Battery level of Mi Band 3 should be at least 20% - otherwise the connection process will be interrupted.
• 📶 Bluetooth: The phone should be enabled Bluetooth 4.0 LE (Low Energy. Check the settings in the settings → Connections → Bluetooth.
• 🌐 Internet: For the first authorization in Mi Fit requires a stable network connection (Wi-Fi or mobile Internet).

If your Xiaomi phone was purchased in China and your bracelet is in the global version (or vice versa), you may have trouble linking the device, in which case you will need to change the region in your account settings (instructions are given in the error section).

How to connect Mi Band 3 to a Xiaomi phone

The synchronization process takes no more than 5 minutes, if you follow the algorithm, and we broke it down into stages based on the specifics of Xiaomi phones:

1. Download the official app from Google Play or App Store. On Xiaomi phones with the GetApps store preinstalled, it is better to use Google Play - the version from GetApps may be outdated.
2. Start Mi Fit and sign in to your Xiaomi account (or register a new one). If you already have an account on your phone (for example, for cloud backups), the system will suggest using it automatically.
3. Adding a device Click on the profile icon in the top right → Add device → select Bracelet → Mi Smart Band 3. Make sure the bracelet is near the phone (no more than 1 meter away).
4. Bluetooth pairing: The bracelet will have a 6-digit code on its screen. Compare it to the code in the app and confirm the connection. If the code doesn't appear, reset the bracelet (press the touch button for 10 seconds).
5. On Xiaomi phones, after you connect, you need to manually allow Mi Fit to work in the background: Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Mi Fit. Enable options: Auto Run, Background, Show notifications. In the Permissions section, provide access to Contacts, Phone and Storage (for backups).

Charge the bracelet to 50% |

Install Mi Fit from Google Play|

Turn on Bluetooth and Internet on your phone |

Allow auto-run for Mi Fit in MIUI| settings

Prepare a Mi Account (register in advance)-->

Once successfully connected, the bracelet will automatically update the firmware (if a new version is available), do not interrupt the process, this can cause sensors to fail, and the average refresh time is 3-7 minutes.

Configure notifications and basic functions

By default, Mi Band 3 only shows call notifications, to set up alerts from instant messengers and other apps:

1. Open Mi Fit → Select your bracelet → Application Notifications.
2. Turn on the Display Notifications switch.
3. In the list, select the applications you want to see on the bracelet (for example, WhatsApp, Telegram, Gmail).
4. Set up the Notification Style: 📬 Vibration only – the bracelet will vibrate without text. 📝 Text of notification – the screen will display abbreviated text (up to 120 characters).

For Xiaomi phones with MIUI 12+, check out:

• 🔕 In the phone settings go to Notifications → Additionally. → Priority Notifications and Add Mi Fit to the List.
• 📵 Turn off Do Not Disturb for Mi Fit, otherwise notifications won’t be duplicated on the bracelet.

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If notifications don’t come, try disabling battery optimization for Mi Fit: Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization → All apps → Mi Fit → Not Optimizing.

Solving Typical Errors When Connecting

Even when following the instructions, Xiaomi users often encounter problems, and we have collected the most common errors and ways to fix them:

If after all the manipulations the bracelet has not connected, try an alternative method:

1. Remove the bracelet from the list of devices in Mi Fit.
2. Turn off Bluetooth on your phone, then turn it on again.
3. Reset the bracelet (press the button for 10 seconds before vibration).
4. Repeat the connection procedure from scratch.

Synchronization of data with other services (Google Fit, Apple Health)

Mi Band 3 can transfer activity data to third-party services such as Google Fit or Apple Health.

1. Open Mi Fit → Profile → Add accounts.
2. Select the service (Google Fit or Apple Health) and log in.
3. Set up the types of synchronized data: 🏃 Steps. 💤 Son ❤️ Pulse. 🔥 caloria

Turn on automatic synchronization (recommended interval: every 4 hours).

Xiaomi phones with MIUI 13 may require additional permission to sync with Google Fit:

• Go to Settings → Privacy → Permissions → Mi Fit.
• Enable access to physical activity and health.

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Sync with Google Fit allows you to analyze data from Mi Band 3 in other fitness applications, such as Strava or MyFitnessPal.

How to Reset Mi Band 3 to Factory Settings

If the bracelet is not working correctly (it does not sync data, does not show notifications or permanently disconnects), you may need to reset.

Method 1: through bracelet settings

1. On the bracelet, swipe down the screen to open the menu.
2. Select Settings (cog icon).
3. Scroll to Reset and confirm the action (bracelet vibrates 3 times).

Method 2: hardware reset

If the bracelet does not respond to touch:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
2. Press the touch button for 20-30 seconds until you feel the vibration.
3. Release the button and the bracelet will reset and reset.

After resetting, all data on the bracelet will be deleted, but it will be saved in the Mi Fit account if synchronization was previously enabled. To restore the settings, reconnect the bracelet to the phone (instructions in the section above).

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Before reset, check if data synchronization is enabled in Mi Fit: Profile → Mi Smart Band 3 → Data Synchronization.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions