How to permanently remove YouTube from your Xiaomi phone: instructions for Android

Removing a YouTube channel from a Xiaomi phone is a procedure that requires attention to detail. MIUI And the limitations of the mobile version of the service, unlike the computer version, where the process is intuitive, on Redmi smartphones, POCO Xiaomi 13/14 This article will help you understand how to correctly and irrevocably delete a channel without losing access to other Google accounts.

It's important to understand that deleting a channel is not the same as removing a YouTube app from a smartphone, but it's about completely erasing your profile with all the videos, comments and followers, and it's irreversible: Google's policy is that you can't restore a channel after you delete it. If you use Xiaomi with custom firmware or an outdated version MIUI 12 and below, some steps may require additional action, as we’ll discuss.

Preparing for removal: what to do in advance

Before you start deleting, follow a few critical steps to avoid data loss and unintended consequences.

First, download your data archive, and even if you don't plan on restoring your channel, you'll need a backup to confirm the authorship of your content in the future.

1. Open YouTube Studio (web version or app).
2. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Download the data.
3. Select YouTube and YouTube Music and confirm the export.

Second, check the associated services. Removing the channel can affect:

• 📺 Google Play Music (if you used playlists).
• 💳 Google Pay (if the channel was linked to a business account).
• 🎮 Google Play Games (Achievements and Save).

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If you are using Xiaomi with an unlocked bootloader, update Google Play Services to the latest version before removing the channel.

Finally, untie the channel from affiliate programs, and if you monetized content through AdSense, deletion will result in automatic account closure, to avoid blocking payments:

⚠️ Warning: Request payment of all accumulated funds 30 days before deletion. Once the channel is erased, AdSense will be lost.

Step-by-step: remove the channel through the phone Xiaomi

The algorithm of actions depends on the version MIUI We’ll look at the universal way through Google Chrome, which works on all Xiaomi models (including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T).

If you are using a built-in browser MIUI, Some interface elements may be displayed differently, in which case we recommend installing Chrome from Google Play or using PC mode in your browser settings.

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We now proceed to delete:

1. Open Chrome and go to YouTube.
2. Tap on the profile avatar → Managing a Google Account.
3. Select the Data and Privacy tab.
4. Scroll down to Download, delete or plan future deletion of your data.
5. Click Remove Service → Delete the YouTube channel.
6. Enter the password from your Google account and confirm the action.

On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 14/15 step-by-step 4 You may see a window that warns you of an "unsupported device." This is a display error, just scroll down and click "Continue".

What to do if the "Remove Channel" button is inactive

Sometimes Xiaomi users are faced with a situation where the uninstall option is not available.

• 🔄 The channel is a brand account (linked to the organization).
• 📊 The channel has a partner program included.
• 🔒 Google Accounts are managed through an employer or educational institution.
• 📱 Installed an outdated version of YouTube (below 17.30).

For branded accounts, you will need to first reassign the owner:

1. Go to Google Account Management.
2. Select Information → Additional settings.
3. Click Brand Account Management.
4. Reassign the owner role to another user.

If the problem is in the affiliate program, disable it in advance:

⚠️ Note: After the disabling of the monetiation, the payments for the past periods will be frozen for 60 days.

Alternative Removal Methods for Xiaomi

If the standard method didn't work, try one of the alternatives, which are suitable for devices with root rights, custom firmware, or limited access to Google services.

Method 1: Through YouTube Studio in the browser

1. Open YouTube Studio in "Pack" mode.
2. Go to Settings. → Canal → Additionally.
3. Select Remove Channel and follow the instructions.

Method 2: Through the Google app (for MIUI 13+)

1. Open the Google app (not to be confused with Google Play).
2. Tap the avatar. → Managing a Google Account.
3. Select Data and Privacy → Content settings.
4. Find YouTube and click Delete Service.

Method 3: Through ADB (for advanced users)

If you use Xiaomi with an unlocked bootloader, you can delete channel data via ADB:

adb shell pm clear com.google.android.youtube


adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gms/.settings.SettingsActivity

⚠️ Note: This method only deletes the app’s local data, but does not erase the channel from Google’s servers.

What happens after the removal of the channel

Deleting a YouTube channel has a number of long-term consequences that you should be aware of in advance:

• 🎥 All videos, playlists and shorts are deleted without recovery.
• 👥 Viewing history, likes and subscriptions are reset.
• 💰 If the channel is monetized, AdSense access is blocked for 30 days.
• 📛 The channel name becomes available for registration by other users after 6 months.

However, some data remain:

• 📧 Letters from YouTube to Gmail (notifications, checks for purchases).
• 🎵 Music Playlists on YouTube Music (if created separately).
• 💬 Comments on other users' videos (they become anonymous).

If you delete the channel by mistake, you have 14 days to cancel the action.

1. Go to the account recovery page.
2. Sign in and select Cancel Deletion.

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Deleting the channel does not affect other Google services (Gmail, Drive, Photos), but may affect authorization in third-party applications where the YouTube account was used.

How to delete a channel on Xiaomi without access to mail

If you lose access to an email linked to a channel, the procedure becomes more complicated, Google requires confirmation via mail or phone for any critical actions.

Option 1: Restoration of access to the mail

1. Go to the account recovery page.
2. Please provide the last known password or answers to the control questions.
3. If a backup email or phone is tied, use them to confirm.

Option 2: Calling for Google to support

If recovery is not possible, create a new account and:

1. Go to the support page.
2. Select I can't log in to the account.
3. Fill out the form with the most accurate data (previous passwords, dates of channel creation).

For users of Xiaomi with MIUI Global has a nuance: when restoring an account through SMS The message may not come due to the blocking of Google services in some regions:

• 📶 Switch to mobile data (turn off Wi-Fi).
• 🌐 Use it. VPN servers in the United States or Europe.
• 📱 Make sure that in the settings SIM-Cards included "Operator Services".

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Frequent Mistakes and Their Solutions on Xiaomi

Xiaomi users often face unique errors due to optimizations MIUI. Let’s look at the most common problems and ways to solve them.

If you see a message saying, "This account is managed by your organization," it means that the channel is linked to a work or learning domain.

1. Contact the domain administrator (IT-department of your company/university).
2. Request the transfer of your account to your personal Google profile.
3. After the transfer, repeat the removal procedure.

For custom firmware devices (such as Xiaomi.eu or LineageOS) you may need to:

• 🔧 Install GApps (Google Service Package) of the latest version.
• 🔄 Reset Google Play Services settings to factory.
• 📥 Manually update YouTube through APK (Download from APKMirror).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions