Forgot the password from Mi Account on Xiaomi Redmi 8: 6 working ways to unlock

Forgetting the Mi Account password on Xiaomi Redmi 8 is a frustrating but fixable situation. Without access to your account, you won’t be able to use Xiaomi’s branded services, update your firmware through OTA, and in the worst case, the phone will turn into a brick after resetting, and the problem is complicated by the fact that MIUI locks the device when trying to bypass security, and official recovery methods require confirmation through an attached email or number.

In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of unlocking – from the standard password recovery through account.xiaomi.com to advanced methods using Fastboot and other methods. EDL-We will pay special attention to bypassing the lock without losing data (if the phone is not locked after reset) and the nuances of working with Redmi 8 on different versions. MIUI. Important: Methods differ for devices with unlocked and locked bootloader!

1. Official Recovery of Mi Account Password

The safest and most recommended way for Xiaomi is to use the recovery function on the official website, which is suitable if you have access to a linked email or phone number.

Go to account.xiaomi.com, select Forgot your password? and follow the instructions.

• 📧 Recovery via email – a letter will be sent to the mail with a link to reset your password (valid 24 hours).
• 📱 Recovery through SMS — Confirmation code will be sent to the associated number (does not work for all regions).

If you don't remember the email or number attached, try to remember backup details. For example, Xiaomi sometimes asks for the date of birth or backup email specified when registering.

⚠️ Note: If you bought the Redmi 8 with your hands, the previous owner could not untie your Mi Account.In this case, you can not officially restore it – you need to contact the seller or use unlock methods through Fastboot.

2 Unlock via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

If the bootloader on your Redmi 8 is already unlocked (for example, you have previously installed custom firmware), you can delete Mi Account via Fastboot.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📄 File. mi_account_remove.zip (can be found on the forums 4PDA or XDA).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into the Fastboot.
2. Connect Redmi 8 to your PC and check the connection with the command: fastboot devices If the device is determined, continue.
3. File to delete your account: fastboot flash cust mi_account_remove.img
4. Reboot the phone: fastboot reboot

⚠️ Attention: Some versions MIUI If the error "This device is locked" appears after the reboot, you will need to officially unlock through the Mi Unlock Tool.

Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Download ADB/Fastboot tools|Download mi_account_remove.zip|Check if the boot loader is unlocked (fastboot oem device-info)|Disable Antivirus (can block files)

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3. bypassing Mi Account through EDL-mode (for locked devices)

EDL-Emergency Download Mode is a firmware emergency mode that allows you to bypass the Mi Account lock even on a locked bootloader.The method requires special equipment (authorized cable or box) and is suitable for experienced users.

Algorithm of action:

1. Download the firmware for Redmi 8 (the version should match the current MIUI on the phone).
2. Connect your phone to your PC EDL-Mode (close the volume up) + Loudness down + Power on the device switched off).
3. Use the Mi Flash Tool to firmware the persist.img file with a deleted account.

The advantage of the method is 100% reset Mi Account, but there are risks:

• ⚠️ Possible brick (breakdown) of the device with firmware error.
• ⚠️ Xiaomi could be blocked IMEI post-fast-forward.
• ⚠️ An authorized account is required to work with EDL (Since 2023, Xiaomi has tightened control).

4.Reset via Recovery Mode (unless the phone is locked)

If Redmi 8 is not locked after resetting (for example, you just forgot the Mi Account password, but the phone is working), you can try resetting via Recovery Mode.This method will not delete the Mi Account, but will reset the pattern lock or PIN-lock-screen.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Up + Power to enter Recovery.
3. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (control – volume buttons, confirmation – power button).
4. After the reset, the phone will restart, but will require data input from the Mi Account.

If you reset your phone and it asks for the old Mi Account password, it won't work, it'll take one of the ways that I described above, but if you remember your account information, you forgot. PIN-Screen code, reset via Recovery will solve the problem.

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Before resetting via Recovery, remove SIM-This will speed up the process and reduce the risk of data loss on external media.

Alternative methods: cheating the system

There are some grey ways to bypass Mi Accounts that don’t require deep technical knowledge, and they don’t work on all devices, but they can help in emergencies.

Method 1: Changing region and language

Some users report that changing the region to India and the Hindi language in the phone settings allows you to skip checking Mi Account after reset.

1. Enter Settings → Additional → Language and Region.
2. Choose India (English) or हिंदी (भारत).
3. Restart your phone and try to reset.

Method 2: Use the older version of MIUI

Some firmware (e.g. MIUI 11) has a vulnerability that allows you to bypass account verification via ADB.

1. Install ADB tools on PC.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the commands: adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1
3. Reset the device.

6. Appeal in support of Xiaomi

If none of these methods work, official support remains, and Xiaomi can help restore your account if you provide:

• 📄 Check or warranty card for the purchase of Redmi 8.
• 🆔 Identity document (passport).
• 📧 Access to the email specified during registration (even if you have forgotten your password).

To link support:

1. Go to the support page of Xiaomi.
2. Choose Mi Account. → Forgot Password.
3. Fill out the form by attaching scans of documents.

The timeframe for the request is 3 to 10 days, and in some cases Xiaomi may request a video with a device that shows the IMEI and serial number.

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Official support is the only legal way to unlock if you are not the first owner of the phone and cannot contact the previous one.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Mi Account on Redmi 8