How to reset the settings on the fitness bracelet Xiaomi Mi Band

Owning Xiaomi wearables often requires periodic reconfiguration. Users may experience a freeze in the interface, desynchronization of data with a smartphone, or simply the desire to transfer the gadget to another owner. In such situations, the question arises about how to correctly perform a full reset. Understanding the differences between a software restart and a hardware reset is key to solving most problems.

Many owners mistakenly believe that there is a hidden “Reset” button on the Mi Smart Band trackers, similar to the one found in routers or smartphones. However, the architecture of the Amazfit and Xiaomi wearable devices is different, and the software method of managing through a mobile application dominates here, and ignoring this fact can lead to unnecessary actions that will not work.

This article details the algorithms for different scenarios: we'll look at how to break digital communication with the phone, how to force the device to restart when it freezes, and how to clean the tracker before selling. It's important to follow a sequence of steps so you don't lose your accumulated health statistics. The reset process requires care, but it's simple enough for any user to do.

⚠️ Warning: Before performing any resetting actions, make sure that the bracelet battery is at least at least charged 20-30%. Interrupting the process due to battery discharge can lead to software errors.

Differences between a communication break and a complete reset

The first step is to understand exactly what you want to do, and users often confuse disconnecting your phone with completely cleaning it. When you just remove it from the device list in Mi Fitness or Zepp Life, you just break the Bluetooth connection, and your workout and sleep data stays in the tracker's memory until it overflows or syncs.

Full reset, or Factory Reset, involves deleting all user data, dial settings, and breaking all previously established connections. This action returns the device to the “out of the box” state. For Mi Band 4, 5, 6, 7 and newer models, this process is initiated exclusively programmatically through the smartphone menu.

There's also the concept of soft reset, or reboot, which is analogous to turning off and turning on your computer, and if the screen goes out, the sensor stops responding, or the data stops being transmitted, but Bluetooth is working, you don't have to completely reset, you just have to reboot the system, and it's a safe procedure that doesn't delete your settings, but updates your system processes.

• 📱 Couple break: Disables Bluetooth, data is saved in the app and on the bracelet.
• 🗑️ Complete reset: Removes all data, settings and dials, returning to factory state.
• 🔄 Reboot: Turns off and on the device without removing user information.

The right method depends on your end goal: if you sell the bracelet, it is the complete reset through the application that is required; if the device is just a bug, start by rebooting or repairing; the wrong choice of method can lead to unnecessary data loss or, conversely, to the persistence of an error in the system.

Resetting software via Zepp Life and Mi Fitness

The main and most reliable way to bring the Xiaomi Mi Band back to factory settings is to use the official mobile app. The Zepp Life (formerly Mi Fit) and Mi Fitness (for newer models) interfaces give you full control of the device. This is where the feature that forcibly clears the tracker memory is. First, make sure the bracelet is connected to the phone and is in Bluetooth range.

Go to your device profile. Usually it's the Profile tab below or the Device section. Find the name of your bracelet in the list of connected gadgets. In the device management menu, you scroll down to the very end, and there's an option that can be called "Tear a pair," "Untie," or "Unbind."

When you press the pair break button, the system will issue a warning. In some versions of the software, immediately after the pair breaks, the bracelet settings automatically reset. In other cases, especially on new models like the Mi Smart Band 7 or 8, additional confirmation of data cleaning is required. Follow the prompts on the smartphone screen. The process takes a few seconds, after which the MI or Zepp logo will appear on the tracker screen, signaling the restart.

It's important to note that after this procedure, the bracelet will stop responding to notifications and will look for a phone to pair, all the dials installed will be removed, and the device will return to the standard interface design. If you plan to use this tracker again, the setup process will have to go through again, as with the first switch on.

⚠️ Warning: Breaking the pair through the Bluetooth settings in the phone itself (without using the app) does not reset the bracelet settings! the device will remain tied to the account and the data will not be cleared.

Forced reboot when the system freezes

Situations where the touch screen stops responding to touch and the device doesn't turn off are rare, but require a specific approach. Since there is no power button on the body, the standard "press and hold" method does not work here. For such cases, Xiaomi's firmware provides a forced reboot function through the menu of the tracker itself.

If the screen is running but the system is stuck, try to find the Settings item on the menu (the gear icon). Scroll through the list to the end and select System or Reboot. Confirm the action by tapping the touch area. This is similar to pulling the battery out, but it is software-based. Data is not deleted.

If the sensor doesn't respond fully, you can try the discharge method. Leave the bracelet uncharged until it's completely turned off. After the screen goes out, put the device on charge. Some models automatically turn on when you connect to the power, others require a short tap on the touch area while charging, which helps to reset static electricity and restart the controller.

• 🔋 Discharge method: Wait for a full shutdown and recharge the device.
• ⚙️ Settings menu: Use the "Reset" item in the bracelet system menu.
• 📲 Appendix: In some cases, re-synchronization through the application helps.

There is also a myth about the “secret code” or the combination of touches to reset, which in reality does not exist for modern Mi Band models, and the only reliable way to revive the brick is to let it discharge to zero or use the reboot function in the menu if the touchscreen partially responds.

Resetting settings through the tracker's menu itself

Newer generations of fitness bracelets, such as the Mi Band 6 and above, have an extended built-in menu that allows you to control the device without a smartphone. This is especially convenient if the phone is lost, broken or simply out of reach.

To do this, unlock the bracelet screen with a swipe. Find the Settings icon (usually a gear) and look for System in the list that opens. Inside this section, you should have Factory Reset or Break the pair.

The system will request confirmation, because the action is irreversible, and after confirmation, the cleaning process will begin, which takes about 10-15 seconds, the screen can go out and light up several times, and the device will return to the state it was in right after purchase, which is ideal if you forgot the password to unlock the screen of the bracelet itself.

Note that this method is not available on all firmware versions. If the menu does not have a reset point, the only option is to use a smartphone. It is also important to understand that resetting through the bracelet menu will break communication with the last connected phone, but can leave the device tied to the account in the cloud if you do not sync before reset.

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The presence of the reset function in the menu of the bracelet itself depends on the version of the installed firmware and the device model.

Solving synchronization and Bluetooth problems

Often users are looking for a way to reset when the bracelet simply stops syncing. Before resorting to radical measures, it is worth trying less aggressive methods. Bluetooth stack problems in Android or iOS can block the connection, creating the illusion of a breakdown of the gadget.

First, remove the device from the Bluetooth list of the smartphone itself. Then go to the Zepp Life or Mi Fitness app and remove the device there. Then turn off the Bluetooth on the phone, restart the smartphone itself, and then turn on Bluetooth again. Try to pair again.

If the problem persists, the app cache may conflict. Go to your phone's settings, find the Mi Fitness app (or analog) under "Applications" and select "Clear Cache" and "Clear Data" that will reset the app's settings, but will not delete the data from the server if you are logged in to your account.

• 📶 Bluetooth Check: Make sure your phone has geolocation enabled (GPS), It is often used for Bluetooth search.
• 📲 App Version: Check if the latest version of the app is installed from Google Play or App Store.
• 🔋 Power saving: Turn off the power saving mode for the tracker app so that the system doesn’t “kill” the synchronization process.

In rare cases, firmware updates help. If the bracelet has any connection, the app may suggest that you update the software. This process often fixes software errors that cause communication failures. Don't interrupt the update, keep your phone and bracelet close to each other.

⚠️ Note: When resetting Bluetooth settings on your phone (not on the bracelet, but in the system) Android/iOS) You can remove the settings of other connected devices, such as headphones or watches. Be careful when choosing the "Reset Network Settings" option on your phone.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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Save the screenshots. QR-This will help to identify the device faster in case of loss or theft, and also simplify the process of restoring access.