Forgot the password on the phone Xiaomi Redmi – 7 working ways to unlock (2026)

Forgetting your smartphone password is a situation that one in five Xiaomi Redmi users face. It is especially frustrating when important data is stored on the phone: photos, correspondence or work documents. Unlike the iPhone, where unlocking often requires contacting a service center, Xiaomi devices have several official and informal ways to bypass the password, from recovering through Mi Account to using Fastboot mode.

The main problem: most instructions on the network are either outdated (relevant to the Internet). MIUI 10-11, not MIUI 14/15), Or they're going to come up with radical methods like a complete reset through Recovery, which erases all the data. 7 We have tried and tested methods, from the simplest to the most technically sophisticated, including methods that save files, and we will also discuss why some methods stopped working after Xiaomi security updates. 2023–2026 years.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

The most reliable and recommended method Xiaomi uses is a tied Mi Account, which works if:

• 📱 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔑 You remember the username and password from Mi Account (or you can restore them through the email/SMS).
• 🔄 Synchronization with the account is enabled on the device (checked in Settings). → Xiaomi account).

After 5 failed attempts to enter a password, the system will offer the option "Forgot your password?". Click on it and follow the instructions:

1. Enter the email or phone number associated with the Mi Account.
2. Confirm your identity through SMS-code.
3. Create a new password to unlock the screen.

Important: If the phone has two-factor authentication enabled (2FA), you will need to confirm through the backup code or the Google Authenticator app. Without this, unlocking through Mi Account will not be possible.

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If you don't remember the Mi Account password, try to restore it to account.xiaomi.com from your computer. Use the "Forgot Password?" function and select recovery via the linked email or phone number.

2. Reset password via Find Device (remote unlock)

Google's Find Device feature not only tracks Redmi's location, but also manages it remotely, including resetting your password.

• 🌐 The device is connected to the Internet.
• 📍 Find Device is activated in settings (Settings) → Mi Account → Find Device).
• 🔒 The phone is tied to your Mi Account.

Instructions:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. Select your Redmi from the list of devices.
3. Click "Unlock the device" (option will appear if the phone is locked).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

Once remotely unlocked, the phone will require you to enter a password from Mi Account the next time it is turned on, which does not erase data, but may not work on devices with MIUI 14+ if the "Block After Reset" option is enabled in the security settings.

3. Unlocking through Recovery Mode (with loss of data)

If the previous methods didn’t work, it’s hard to reset through Recovery Mode, which deletes all the data on your phone, including photos, apps, and settings. Use it only as a last resort!

Instructions for Xiaomi Redmi (relevant to MIUI 12-15):

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power + Volume buttons up for 10-15 seconds at the same time until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select the language (usually English or Chinese).
4. Go to Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
5. Confirm the action and wait for the reset to be completed.

Once rebooted, the phone will look like new. You'll need to go through the initial setup and log in to Mi Account.

Turn off the phone.

Slam Power + Volume Up

Wait for the Mi logo to appear.

Select Wipe Data

Confirm the reset-->

4 Password bypass via Fastboot (for advanced users)

Fastboot is a good way to do this if you have access to a computer and you're ready to go with the command line, it doesn't erase data, it requires an unlocked bootloader, and if the bootloader is locked, you have to unlock it, and that will cause the phone to reset.

Step-by-step:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot on PC.
2. Turn off Redmi and pinch Power + Volume down to enter the Fastboot.
3. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
4. Open the command line and type: fastboot devices (should display the serial number of the device).
5. Enter the command to delete the password: fastboot erase userdata or fastboot erase locksettings (depending on the model).
6. Reboot the phone: fastboot reboot

Warning: on new models (Redmi Note 12, Redmi K60) this method may not work due to enhanced MIUI protection. In this case, you will need to unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool, which will lead to a complete reset.

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Unlocking through Fastboot only works on devices with the bootloader unlocked. If the bootloader is locked, any reset via Fastboot will result in the deletion of all data.

5. Use of service codes (hidden menus)

Some Xiaomi Redmi models (especially older ones, before MIUI 12) can reset passwords through service codes, a method that doesn’t always work, but it’s worth trying if other methods aren’t available.

Try the following combinations:

• 📞 ##7780## - Resetting settings (saves data).
• 📞 *2767*3855# — full reset (remove everything).
• 📞 ##4636## - Test menu (sometimes allows you to bypass the lock).

If you reboot your phone after you enter the code, but the password remains, it's not a good method for your model. On MIUI 13+, service codes are usually locked.

⚠️ Note: Entering service codes on new Xiaomi models can lead to activation of anti-Rollback protection, after which the phone will require mandatory flashing through the Mi Flash Tool.

6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If all the self-unblocking attempts fail, you just have to contact the official Xiaomi service center, which is the most reliable, but also the longest way.

• 📄 Check or warranty card (proof of purchase).
• 🆔 Passport (for proof of identity).
• 📱 The device itself (preferably with a charge) > 20%).

Xiaomi service centers in Russia and the CIS usually unlock the phone within 1-3 days. the cost of the service varies from 500 to 2000 rubles, depending on the model. Some devices (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro+) may require flashing with loss of data.

The official service addresses can be found on Xiaomi's website (select your region). Avoid informal workshops - they often use illegal unlocking methods that can damage the firmware.

7. Alternative methods (for experienced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can try informal solutions, which require technical skills and can violate warranty.

Method 1: Firmware with Mi Flash Tool

It will require:

• 🖥️ Windows computer.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📦 Firmware for your model (download from xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
• 🔓 Unlocked loader.

Instructions:

1. Install the Mi Flash Tool.
2. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic symbols.
3. Log in to Fastboot on your phone.
4. Connect the device to your PC and start MiFlash.exe.
5. Select the firmware folder and press "Flash".

Method 2: Using TWRP

Castomic recovery TWRP allows you to reset your password without losing data, but installing it requires an unlocked bootloader. Detailed guides for installing TWRP for specific Redmi models can be found on the XDA-Developers forum.

⚠️ Note: Unofficial firmware and tools like TWRP This can cause a device to break down if the wrong firmware version is selected or the sequence of actions is broken!

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi Redmi