How to Reset Xiaomi Mi Band 4: 5 Ways to Work (Including Emergency Reset)

Xiaomi Mi Band 4 remains one of the most popular fitness bracelets even years after its release — it is bought for reliability, long battery life and wide functionality. But sooner or later, any gadget begins to “glue”: stop synchronizing with a smartphone, miscalculate steps, hang on a logo or require a password that you have long forgotten, 90% of these cases helps reset to factory settings.

In this article, we will cover all the current ways to reset the Mi Band 4, including the “hidden” methods for emergency situations (when the bracelet does not respond to touch or does not connect to the phone). We will also discuss what to do if the device does not turn on after reset, and how to avoid data loss. Instructions are checked on firmware 1.0.9.54 and later (2026).

When do I need to reset Xiaomi Mi Band 4?

Reset the fitness bracelet settings is not worth the first mistake, but there are key symptoms that can not be ignored:

• 🔄 The bracelet hangs on the Mi logo when switched on or rebooted (more than 5 minutes).
• 📱 Not synchronized with the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life despite multiple attempts to connect.
• 🔒 Requires a password you didn’t set or forgot.
• 📊 Data is reset by itself (steps, pulse, sleep) or displayed incorrectly.
• 🔋 Battery discharges quickly (less than 2 days of normal use).
• 🚫 Does not respond to touches of the screen or button (but vibrates when charging).

If the problem is a one-off (for example, the bracelet once failed to sync data), try first to reboot it: connect it to charging for 10 seconds, then turn it off. Reset is a last resort, since it deletes all local data (except those stored in the Mi Account cloud).

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fit or Zepp Life

The safest and most recommended method is to reset directly from the official app, which is suitable if the bracelet is connected to the phone and responds to touch.

Instructions for Mi Fit (current for version 5.6.0 and later):

1. Open the Mi Fit app and go to Profile → Xiaomi Mi Band 4.
2. Tap it on. ⚙️ Device settings (or Device management in new versions).
3. Scroll down and select Reset to factory settings.
4. Confirm the action by pressing OK in the pop-up window.

For Zepp Life (formerly Amazfit):

1. Start Zepp Life, select your bracelet from the list of devices.
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Reset device.
3. Confirm the reset on the bracelet screen (you will need to touch the tick).

Make sure the bracelet is at least 50 times charged%|

Sync your data with the cloud (click Sync in the app)|

Remember or take pictures of your current settings (alarm clocks, notifications) |

Untie the bracelet from other accounts (if you have used multiple phones)

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What happens after the reset:

• 📱 The bracelet will break the pair with the phone and will be available for a new connection.
• 🔄 All local data (steps, sleep, workouts) will be deleted (but stored in the cloud if synchronized).
• ⚙️ Notifications, alarms and screens will return to factory settings.

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If the bracelet does not appear in the list of available devices after reset, reboot Bluetooth on your phone (turn off/on) or reinstall the Mi Fit app.

Method 2: Reset via the bracelet menu (without phone)

If you don't have access to your phone or the bracelet doesn't connect to the app but the screen is working, use the built-in menu. This method works on all versions of the Mi Band 4 firmware.

Step-by-step:

1. On the main screen of the bracelet, swipe up to open the menu.
2. Scroll down to Settings (icon) ⚙️) and tap him.
3. In the settings menu, find Reset (or Recovery in some localizations).
4. Confirm the action by selecting Yes (checkmark). The bracelet vibrates and reboots.

Important: Some firmware may have a reset clause hidden.

• 🔍 Check all submenu in settings (e.g. About device or Additional).
• 📱 Update the bracelet firmware through the app (if possible).

Method 3: Hardware reset (button on bracelet)

This method is useful if the Mi Band 4 does not respond to touch, but vibrates when charging or shows a logo.

Instructions:

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
2. On the back, find a small hole labeled Reset (near the charging contacts).
3. Take a paper clip or a toothpick and gently press the button inside the hole. Hold it for 10 to 15 seconds.
4. The bracelet vibrates and reboots, and then you can reconnect it.

⚠️ Warning: Do not use metal objects (needles, pins) to avoid damaging the contacts. Pressure should be light, but sure - if the button is not pressed, check if dirt has fallen under it.

Signs of successful discharge:

• 🔄 The bracelet vibrates 3 times in a row.
• 📱 On the screen appears the Mi logo and the inscription Pairing (search device).
• 🔋 The charging indicator flashes red (if the bracelet is on charge).

Method 4: Reset via charger (if bracelet is not turned on)

If the Mi Band 4 doesn't react to anything -- doesn't vibrate, doesn't show a logo, doesn't show up on the phone, but you're sure the battery isn't dead, try forced reset via charging, which works in 60 percent of dead bracelets.

Algorithm of action:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger (use the original cable).
2. Hold the touch button under the screen for 30 seconds.
3. Without releasing the button, disconnect the bracelet from charging for 5 seconds, then plug it back in again.
4. Repeat the button holding for another 20 seconds.

If the method worked:

• 🔄 The bracelet will reset and show the welcome screen.
• 📱 In the Mi Fit app, it will appear as a new device.

⚠️ Note: If the bracelet is not turned on or detected after this procedure, the problem may be a hardware malfunction (for example, the battery contacts have detached.

Method 5: Reset via ADB (for advanced users)

This method is suitable if you have unlocked Mi Band 4 for custom firmware or want to perform a deep reset with the removal of all data, including hidden files.Requires a PC with ADB drivers installed and a bit of technical skills.

Instructions:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (included in Android SDK).
2. Connect the bracelet to your PC via Bluetooth (use Bluetooth LE Explorer for Windows or nRF Connect for macOS).
3. Open the command line (cmd) and enter:

adb devices


adb shell am start -n com.xiaomi.hm.health/com.xiaomi.hm.health.device.reset.ResetDeviceActivity

If the command is successful, the bracelet will reset and reset, warning: this method can damage the firmware if an unofficial version of the software is used.

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Resetting through ADB deletes all data without recovery, including backups in the cloud. Use it only if other methods have not helped.

What to do after resetting: set up Mi Band 4 from scratch

Once reset successfully, the bracelet will be "like new" and reconnect to the phone and set it up.

1. Sync with your account: 📱 Open Mi. Fit/Zepp Life and click Add the device. 🔍 Choose Xiaomi Mi Band 4 list. 🔄 Bring the phone to the bracelet (distance no more than) 10 centimeter).
2. Update the firmware: 📲 Go to the Device Profile → Firmware update. 🔄 If a new version is available, install it (the bracelet must be charged to 80%+).
3. Recover the data: 📊 In the app, click Sync Data – this will return the activity history from the cloud. ⏰ Set up alarms and notifications again (they don’t persist after resetting).

Tips for stable work:

• 🔋 Charge the bracelet to 100% at least once a month – this calibrates the battery controller.
• 📱 Keep your data synchronized regularly (once every 1-2 days) so you don’t lose your statistics.
• 🚫 Do not install unofficial firmware unless you are sure of their compatibility.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi Mi Band 4