How to reset the Xiaomi Mi fitness bracelet to factory settings: all ways

Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets (from Mi Band 3 to Mi Band 8) have become an integral part of the lives of millions of users. But even the most reliable devices sometimes require a complete reset: after synchronization failures, before selling or when switching to a new smartphone. Unlike smartphones, where the reset is performed through menus, the bracelets procedure depends on the model and version of the firmware.

This article covers all the current ways of resetting, from software through the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app to hardware (hard reset) using physical buttons. We will also discuss what to do if the bracelet hovers on the logo after a failed update (relevant to the Mi Band 5/6 with firmware 2023-2026), and how to recover data after the reset.

1.When do you need to reset Xiaomi fitness bracelet?

Factory resets are a last resort, but sometimes you can't do without them. Here are the typical situations where the procedure is justified:

• 🔄 Bracelet does not sync with the smartphone despite repeated attempts to reconnect Bluetooth.
• 📱 Phone Change: If You Switched from Android to iPhone (or Vice versa), Old Data Could Conflict.
• 🔋 Fast battery discharge after firmware update (especially relevant for Mi Band 7 Pro with a new version of the new model) GPS).
• 🚫 Logo getting stuck or cyclical reboot (often after an interrupted update).
• 💰 Preparing for the sale: to prevent the new owner from accessing your health data.

⚠️ Warning: Reset removes all local data on the bracelet: steps, pulse, sleep and exercise history. However, information already synchronized with the Mi Account cloud will remain available in the app.

2.Reset methods: software vs hard reset

There are two main methods of resetting the settings on the Xiaomi Mi Band:

For most users, the first two methods are sufficient. Hard reset is recommended if the bracelet does not respond to touch or connects to the phone. The ADB method is only relevant in case of serious software failures, for example, after a failed firmware.

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Before reset, check the bracelet firmware version in the Mi Fitness app → Device Profile → Software version. If the version is older than 2022, a forced update may be required after reset.

3. reset via Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app

This is the safest way to do this, and it doesn’t require any physical intervention, and the instructions are valid for all models except the Mi Band 1/2 (they are not supported by current versions of the apps).

Make sure the bracelet is at least 50% charged | Open the Mi Fitness or Zepp Life| app | Connect the bracelet to your phone via Bluetooth | Sync the latest data (click Update in the home screen)

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Steps for discharge:

1. Open the Mi Fitness app (or Zepp Life for Mi Band 7/8).
2. Go to Profile → Your Device → Device Settings (or Device Management → Reset to Zepp Life).
3. Select Reset to factory settings (may be called Untie the device in older versions).
4. Confirm the action. The bracelet will reset and show the welcome screen.

⚠️ Note: Zepp Life may require re-assignment of Xiaomi account after reset.If the bracelet does not appear in the list of available devices, restart Bluetooth on the phone.

4. Hard Reset: Button reset (for Mi Band 3–6)

If the bracelet does not respond to touch or does not connect to the phone, use a hardware reset.

For the Mi Band 3/4:

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
2. Find the touch button on the back (under the icon) ⚙️).
3. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
4. Press the button for 10-15 seconds until the vibration and the Mi logo appear.

For the Mi Band 5/6:

1. Connect the bracelet to the charger.
2. Touch the touch button and hold for 20-30 seconds until the screen goes out and lights up again.
3. After vibration, release the button and the bracelet will reset.

⚠️ Attention: On the Mi Band 7/8 Hard reset may lead to loss of function NFC, If the bracelet was tied to a bank card, in this case, after the reset, you will need to re-activate the payment function through the bank application.

5.Discharge via ADB (advanced method)

This is a good way for power users if the standard methods don't work. ADB tools and original USB-bracelet cable (or adapter for connecting the capsule to the PC).

Instructions:

1. Download and install Google’s Platform Tools.
2. Connect the bracelet to your computer. Mi Band 5/6 may require you to disassemble the capsule and smear to the contacts (instructions are available on profile forums).
3. Open the command line in the folder with ADB and execute: adb devices If the bracelet is determined, type: adb shell am start -n com.xiaomi.hm.health/com.xiaomi.hm.health.activity.ResetDeviceActivity
4. Confirm the reset on the bracelet screen (if it turns on).

⚠️ Attention: Wrong commands ADB If you are not sure of your actions, contact the Xiaomi service center.

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ADB-Resetting is the last chance to bring the bracelet back to life if it's stuck on the logo after a failed update, but this method requires technical skills and can void the warranty.

6. Recovery after reset: what to do next?

After resetting, the bracelet will return to factory settings. To use all the functions again, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Reconnect the bracelet to the phone via Mi Fitness/Zepp Click Add Device and Follow the Instructions.
• 🔄 Update the firmware if the app offers. This is important for the Mi Band 5/6/7, Older versions of the software may contain errors.
• ⚙️ Set up notifications again: Allow access to contacts, SMS and applications in the phone settings.
• 💤 Recover sleep and exercise data from the cloud (if they were synchronized before resetting).

If, after resetting, the bracelet is not determined by the annex:

1. Reboot the phone.
2. Remove the Mi Fitness app cache in your phone settings.
3. Try connecting from another device (such as a tablet).

7. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even after the proper reset, problems can arise, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If none of the methods worked, there may be a hardware problem (e.g., a power controller or memory failed), in which case contact an authorized Xiaomi service or consider buying a new bracelet - repairs may cost more than the device.

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