Xiaomi Cloud: Everything you need to know about Xiaomi Cloud

Xiaomi Cloud is a cloud service from Xiaomi that allows users to sync data between devices, back up and access files from any gadget, but many still do not understand why it is needed, how it works and how securely personal information is stored in such a service.

If you own a smartphone, tablet or Xiaomi smartwatch, you've probably come across an offer to log into Mi Account and connect to the cloud. But is it worth it? What data can you save in Xiaomi Cloud, how much space is provided for free and how to not lose access to your account? In this article, we will analyze all the nuances of working with the service - from registration to recovery of deleted files.

What is Xiaomi Cloud and Why You Need It?

Xiaomi Cloud (formerly known as Mi Cloud) is a cloud storage integrated into Xiaomi’s ecosystem.

• 🔄 Synchronize contacts, notes, photos, and other data between devices
• 📱 Backup your smartphone settings before resetting or updating
• 🔒 Recover deleted files within 30 days
• 🌐 Access data from a computer via the web version

The main advantage of the service is close integration with the MIUI firmware, for example, if you lost your phone, you can remotely lock it or erase data through Xiaomi Cloud, and the cloud automatically saves your call history, SMS and even Wi-Fi settings, which makes it easier to transfer data to the new device.

But there are limitations to the service, such as a free plan that only provides 5GB of storage, which is enough for basic synchronization, and you have to buy extra space to store high-resolution photos or video files.

How to Sign Up and Sign In to Xiaomi Cloud

To use Xiaomi Cloud, you need to create a Mi Account, a single account for all Xiaomi services, and you can do this directly on your smartphone:

1. Open the Settings. → Mi Account.
2. Click Create an account and enter an email or phone number.
3. Create a strong password (at least 8 characters, with numbers and letters).
4. Confirm registration via SMS or mail.

Once you have created an account, the cloud activates automatically, but to manage sync, go to Settings → Mi Account → Xiaomi Cloud and select which data to reserve.

⚠️ Note: If you forget your Mi Account password, you can only restore it via your email or phone, and without access to it, your account and all data in the cloud will be permanently lost.

Link the current email or phone

Set a password (do not use date of birth)

Enable two-factor authentication

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What data can be stored in Xiaomi Cloud

The service supports synchronization of the following types of data:

It's important to understand that not all data is automatically synchronized, such as files from third-party messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram) or games that don't get to the cloud, and you need to use the built-in functions of these applications to back them up.

You can also save in Xiaomi Cloud:

• 📍 Location data (if Find the device is enabled)
• 🔐 Wi-Fi passwords (only for devices on the same account)
• 📅 Calendar and reminders

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To save space in the cloud, clear the app cache in Settings → Storage → Cleanup before backing up. This will reduce the backup size by 20-30%.

How much does Xiaomi Cloud cost and how to increase the space

Xiaomi Cloud’s baseline tariff provides 5GB for free, enough for:

• 📞 Contact and SMS (~10MB)
• 📝 Notes (~50MB)
• 🔄 One backup of a smartphone (~1-2 GB)

If you need more space, you can buy one of the paid rates:

You can pay for additional space through Settings → Mi Account → Xiaomi Cloud → Payment is debited from a linked bank card or through Google Pay/Apple Pay.

⚠️ Note: If you cancel a paid subscription, all data exceeding the free rate limit (5GB) will be deleted after 30 days!

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Before buying additional space, check which data takes up the most space in Settings → Xiaomi Cloud → Storage Management. There may be unnecessary backups of old devices.

How to recover data from Xiaomi Cloud

If you lose your phone or accidentally delete files, you can restore them in two ways:

1. With your new smartphone: Log in to the same Mi Account on your new device. Go to Settings → Mi Account → Xiaomi Cloud. Select Restore and provide backup.
2. Through the web: Open i.mi.com in your browser. Sign in and go to Cloud → Recycle Bin. Select the files you want and click Restore.

Please note that:

• 🕒 Deleted files are stored in the Recycle Bin for 30 days, then deleted forever.
• 📱 When you restore a backup to a new phone, all current data on it will be erased.
• 🔄 If you restore contacts or notes, they will be merged with existing ones (duplicates will not be overwritten).

Security and privacy in Xiaomi Cloud

Many users are wary of storing personal data in the cloud, and for good reason. Here's what you need to know about the security of Xiaomi Cloud:

• 🔐 Data is transmitted via an encrypted protocol HTTPS, Xiaomi could theoretically access them (like any other cloud provider).
• 🌍 The servers are located in China, Singapore and the United States, and for users from Russia, data can be processed on foreign servers, which poses risks from the Federal Law’s point of view.-152 (personal data law).
• 📱 Two-factor authentication (2FA) It's available, but it's not enabled by default. Activate it in Settings. → Mi Account → Security.

To minimize the risks:

1. Do not store scans of documents (passports, licenses, bank cards) in the cloud.
2. Use a strong password and enable 2FA.
3. Check active sessions regularly in Settings → Mi Account → Devices.
4. For critical files, use local encryption (for example, archives with a password).

⚠️ Note: If your Mi Account is hacked, attackers can remotely erase your phone data via Xiaomi Cloud. To avoid this, link your account to Google Authenticator or another authenticator.

Frequent problems and their solutions

When working with Xiaomi Cloud, users experience common mistakes, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try:

1. Update the MIUI firmware to the latest version.
2. Remove and re-add Mi Account.
3. Clear the cache of the Settings application → Applications → Xiaomi Cloud → Storage → Clear the cache.

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