How to Reset Xiaomi Bracelet: A Complete Guide to All Models (2026)

The Xiaomi Mi Band fitness bracelets are some of the most popular wearables on the market due to their combination of functionality and affordable price. However, even such reliable gadgets sometimes require a complete reset before selling, when the system freezes or to fix synchronization errors. Resetting to factory settings removes all user data (steps, pulse, alarm settings), so it is important to understand when it is really necessary and when the problem can be solved differently.

In this article you will find the most relevant ways to reset bracelets for all generations - from Mi Band. 3 to Mi Band 8 Xiaomi Smart Band Pro. We will analyze software methods through the Mi application Fitness/Zepp Life, hardware reset button, and also tell you how to avoid typical errors. NFC and versions with global/Chinese firmware.

If your bracelet is not synced to your smartphone, does not respond to touch or shows incorrect data, resetting is often the only solution. But before you start, make sure that the problem is not in the discharged battery (plug the bracelet to charge on the battery). 30+ Minutes or an outdated version of the app (update Mi Fitness to Google) Play/App These simple actions save time in the 40% case.

When you need to reset the Xiaomi bracelet: 5 clear signs

Not all failures require drastic measures, but these are situations where resetting is really justified:

• 🔄 The bracelet does not sync with the application for more than a day, despite the smartphone reboot and re-pairing over Bluetooth.
• ⚡ The Mi Band screen does not respond to touch or display artifacts (strips, flickering) not related to physical damage.
• 📱 After updating the firmware, critical errors appeared: step counter failure, incorrect pulse data, inability to configure notifications.
• 🔒 You sell or transfer the bracelet to another user – reset will remove the link to your Xiaomi account.
• 🔋 The battery is discharged in a few hours (with the exception of hardware defects), which may be due to software failures.

If the bracelet is simply slow to sync or does not show notifications, check first:

1. Mi Fitness app permissions in smartphone settings (access to notifications, contacts, location).
2. Bluetooth connection stability (disable other devices that may interfere).
3. The firmware version of the bracelet in the menu Device Profile → Software Update.

⚠️ Warning: Resetting will not help if the bracelet is physically damaged (cracks on the screen, moisture entering the body, a bloated battery.

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fitness/Zepp Life (for all models)

The safest and most recommended method is to use an official app, which is suitable for bracelets that connect to a smartphone (even if the synchronization is unstable), and the instructions are relevant for applications:

• Mi Fitness (Global version, for markets outside China)
• Zepp Life (app for Mi Band 7/8 and Smart Band Pro models in some regions)
• (Xiaomi Wear, Chinese version – the interface is similar, but in Chinese).

Step-by-step:

1. Open the Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app and go to Profile → Your Device.
2. Slip the bracelet icon, then select Device Settings (or Device Management in Zepp Life).
3. Scroll down and find Reset to factory settings (in some versions, Untie the device).
4. Confirm the action. The bracelet will reboot and all data will be deleted.

Once reset, the bracelet will automatically unplug the account, and to use it again, you will have to pair it again:

Mi Fitness → Add device → Select model → Follow the instructions on the screen

Save data (export history to PDF)

Check the battery (minimum 50%)

Disable VPN/proxy on your smartphone

Close background applications that use Bluetooth-->

⚠️ Note: If the app does not have a reset button, upgrade to the latest version. In older versions of Mi Fitness (up to 4.6.0), this item may not be available for some models.

Method 2: Hardware button reset (for Mi Band 3-8 and Smart Band Pro)

If the bracelet doesn't connect to the phone or the screen doesn't respond fully to touch, you can manually reset through a physical button, which works for all models except the Mi Band 1/2 (they don't have a touch button).

Instructions for Mi Band 3/4/5/6/7/8:

1. Remove the bracelet from your hand and place it on a flat surface with the screen up.
2. Find the touch button on the case (under the screen or on the side, depending on the model).
3. Press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo or Reset appears on the screen.
4. Release the button. The bracelet will reset and return to factory settings.

Instructions for Xiaomi Smart Band Pro:

• Press both side buttons simultaneously for 10 seconds.
• Wait for the vibration and the reset menu to appear (confirmation may be required by touching the screen).

After hardware reset, the bracelet will automatically go into pairing mode (on the screen it will appear). QR-If this does not happen, restart the device again.

Resetting the bracelet from NFC: features and warnings

Mi Band 5 NFC, Mi Band 6 NFC and Mi Band 7 NFC models support contactless payments via Xiaomi Pay or Mi Pay.

• 💳 Payment card data is deleted without recovery.
• 🔐 If the bracelet is tied to Mi Pay, after reset, you will need to re-authorize through the application (c) SMS-confirmation).
• 📲 In some regions (for example, in Russia) NFC can be disabled after reset before re-activation in Mi Fitness.

To avoid payment problems:

1. Open the application of the bank to which the card in the bracelet is tied.
2. Find the Device Management or Contactless Payments section.
3. Remove the bracelet from the list of trusted devices.

1. the region of the Xiaomi account (should coincide with the region of purchase of the bracelet).

2. firmware version (update via Mi Fitness → Device profile → Software update).

3. Smartphone settings: turn on NFC Allow Mi Fitness to use this feature.-->

⚠️ Note: On bracelets with Chinese firmware (bought on the AliExpress/Gearbest If you don't have a global version, the Russian language may disappear after the reset, you'll need to reflash the device through Mi Band Tools or Notify & Fitness.

Resetting errors and their solutions

Even when following the instructions, users face typical problems, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔌 Bracelet not reset by button: Check battery charge (minimum) 30%). Use the original charging cable. 7/8 Try to hold the button until 30 seconds.
• 📱 App doesn't see bracelet after reset: Reboot smartphone and turn Bluetooth on/off. Remove bracelet from list of conjugated devices in Bluetooth settings. In Mi Fitness, click Add device and select model manually.
• 🔄 After resetting the bracelet stuck on the logo: Connect it to charge for 1 hour. Try resetting again (hold the 20 button).+ If it doesn't work, you need to flash it over your PC (instructions for Mi Band 5-8 are available on the forum). 4PDA).

If the bracelet is not turned on after reset, this may indicate:

1. Discharged battery - connect to charging for 2-3 hours.
2. If you have a damaged firmware, try updating the software through Mi Fitness.
3. Hardware malfunction – if the screen does not respond to charging, contact the service center.

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If the bracelet does not respond to the button or charge, do not try to disassemble it yourself, this will lead to loss of warranty. 90% of the time the problem is solved by flashing through the PC.

How to recover data after resetting

Resetting to factory settings completely removes all the data from the bracelet: steps, sleep history, notification settings, but some of the information can be restored if it was synced with the Xiaomi account.

What can be returned:

• 📊 Activity statistics (steps, calories, sleep) – if the synchronization is regular, the data is stored in the Mi Fitness cloud for up to 30 days.
• ⏰ Settings of alarm clocks – if they were created through the app, and not on the bracelet itself.
• 👤 User profile (weight, height, targets) – saved in the account.

What's lost irretrievably:

• 💼 Local data that is not synced to the cloud (for example, if the bracelet has not connected to the phone for several days).
• 🔑 Settings NFC (Linked cards, payment history).
• 🎨 Custom dials set manually (standard remain).

To export the stored statistics:

1. Open Mi Fitness and go to Profile → My Achievements.
2. Select a period (week/month/year) and click Export Data.
3. Save the file in PDF or CSV format.

Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi bracelets