Xiaomi fitness bracelets have become an integral part of the daily lives of millions of users, but even such simple devices sometimes require a reboot or a complete shutdown. Perhaps your Xiaomi bracelet has hung, discharged to a critical level, or you just want to reset it before selling. Unlike smartphones, where the power button is always at hand, with the Mi Band or Smart Band, it is not so obvious: the manufacturer hid this feature deep in the menu or did not provide it at all in some models.
In this article, we’ll look at all the ways Xiaomi smart bracelets can be turned off, from official methods through the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app to hidden crash reset button combinations. We’ll focus on the nuances across generations of devices: what works on the Mi Band 6 might not work on the Smart Band 7 Pro, and vice versa.
1.Official method: switch off via the bracelet menu
The safest and most recommended method by Xiaomi is to use the device's built-in menu, which is suitable for most models starting with the Mi Band 4 and later.
- Wake up the bracelet screen by touching the touch area or pressing a physical button (if any).
- Scroll down or up until you find the Settings (cog icon).
- Inside the settings, select System → Turn off (or Reboot on some firmware).
- Confirm the action by touching the tick or holding the button (depending on the model).
⚠️ Note: On Mi Band 3 and older models, the switch-off item may not be available.
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If the menu doesn't respond to touch, try rebooting the bracelet instead of turning it off completely.
- Connect the bracelet to the charger.
- Hold the touch button (or physical, if any) for 10-15 seconds.
- Wait for the vibration and the appearance of the Xiaomi logo – this is a signal of a successful reboot.
2.Switch off via Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app
The manufacturer has provided the ability to control the power of the bracelet remotely through official applications, which is especially convenient if the sensor bracelet is not working or you can not find the desired item on the menu.
Instructions for Mi Fitness (for Mi Band 3-6):
- Open the app and connect to the bracelet (it should be within Bluetooth range).
- Go to Profile → Your Device → Device Settings.
- Scroll down and select Turn off the bracelet.
- Confirm the action in the pop-up window.
For Zepp Life (for Smart Band 7/8 and later):
- Launch Zepp Life and select your bracelet on the home screen.
- Slap the icon. ⚙️ Settings in upper right corner.
- Go to About the device. → Turn it off.
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⚠️ Note: If the bracelet is discharged below 5%, the application may not let it turn off - first charge the device to at least 10%.
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After turning off via the application, the bracelet will automatically turn on when you connect to charging. To avoid this, turn off the Auto-On option in the device settings (if any).
3. Emergency shutdown: reset to factory settings
If the bracelet is stuck and does not respond to touch or attachment, then you only have to reset hard, and this method will remove all the data from the device (steps, alarm settings, activity profiles), so use it as a last resort.
Resetting methods for different models:
| Model bracelet | Button combination | Sign of successful discharge |
|---|---|---|
| Mi Band 1–3 | Hold the physical button 15-20 seconds before vibration | The appearance of the Xiaomi logo on the screen |
| Mi Band 4–6 | Connect to charging + hold the touch button for 10 seconds | The screen will blink and go out, then turn on with a greeting. |
| Smart Band 7/8 | Press 5 times in a row on the sensor, then hold for 5 seconds | Vibration + Reset inscription on the screen |
Once reset, the bracelet will automatically turn off and return to factory settings, and you'll need to re-tether it through the app to use it again.
What to do if the reset does not work?
4.Switching off through power outage (disassembly)
This method is highly discouraged for beginners, as it requires disassembling the bracelet and risks damaging the battery or plumes, but in some cases (for example, if the Mi Band 5 bracelet has gone into an endless reboot), this is the only way to “reanimate” it.
Step-by-step:
- Carefully tuck the back of the bracelet with a plastic card or a mediator. Start at the corners, which are usually the latches.
- Disconnect the battery plume from the motherboard (use tweezers or a nail).
- Wait 30 to 60 seconds, which is enough to make the capacitors discharge.
- Put the plume back in and assemble the bracelet. It will turn on automatically.
⚠️ Warning: Disassembly of the bracelet voids warranty. If the device is warranty, you should contact the Xiaomi service center.
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Disabling the power physically resets all temporary firmware errors, but does not delete user data (they are stored in non-volatile memory).
5.Switch off the battery-discharged bracelet
If the bracelet is down to 0% and doesn't turn on, it can be considered "off" by default, but sometimes the device doesn't respond to charging, the screen stays black and the indicator doesn't burn.
- 🔌 Check the cable and power supply – try charging the bracelet from another source (e.g. from a different source) USB-port).
- ⏳ Leave the bracelet on charge for 1-2 hours, even if there are no signs of life. Sometimes the power controller blocks the activation to the minimum charge level.
- 🔄 Try to “wake up” the bracelet by holding the touch button for 20-30 seconds while charging.
- 📱 Connect the bracelet to the Mi Fitness app – sometimes it helps initiate charging.
If the bracelet never turned on, the problem may be a faulty battery or power controller, in which case only repairs will help.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Even after successfully turning off the wristband, users are faced with typical errors.
Problem 1: The bracelet turns off, but immediately switches on again.
Solution: Turn off Auto-On Charging (if any) in the application settings, and check if the physical button is pressed (relevant to Mi Band 3).
Problem 2: After turning off the bracelet does not turn on.
Decision:
- Connect the bracelet to charging and wait 10-15 minutes.
- Hold the touch button for 15 seconds – sometimes it helps to wake the device up.
- Try resetting the bracelet through the app (if it is determined by Bluetooth).
Problem 3: There is no option to turn off the menu.
Solution: Some firmwares have this item hidden. Try updating the bracelet software through the app or use an emergency reset (Section 3).
7.How to turn off the bracelet before selling or transferring
If you're planning to sell or give away the bracelet, it's not enough to just turn it off, you have to completely remove the account attachment so that the new owner can use it.
- Open the Mi Fitness or Zepp Life app.
- Go to Profile → Your device → Untie the bracelet.
- Confirm the undress (the bracelet must be connected to the phone).
- Turn off the bracelet in any of the above ways.
- Reset it to factory settings (Section 3).
⚠️ Warning: Without an account detachment, the new owner will not be able to tie the bracelet to his phone! If you forgot to do this, he will have to contact Xiaomi for manual binding reset.
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Before selling, check the wristband: charge up to 100%, synchronize data and make sure all the functions (pulse, steps, notifications) work correctly.