How to unlock Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro if you forget your password: all working ways

Forgetting your smartphone password is a frustrating situation, but it's not a hopeless one. Especially when it comes to the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro with its hybrid unlock system. The main thing is not to panic or try to find a combination at random: after 5 unsuccessful attempts, the device will lock for 30 seconds, and after 10, it may require a binding to the Mi Account.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to unlock the Redmi 8 Pro, from official (via Mi Account) to alternative (using Fastboot or Recovery). Some methods result in a complete data reset, so if there is important information on the phone, try the options first without losing files. MIUI (Global, Chinese, custom firmware).

If you're not sure about your technical skills, you should contact Xiaomi's service center, and if you do something wrong, like a broken firmware on a Fastboot, you can turn your phone into a brick, but if you're willing to do it yourself, you can start with the instructions.

1 Unblocking through Mi Account (official method)

The most reliable and recommended Xiaomi method is to use a tied Mi Account. It works even if you forget the pattern lock or the key. PIN-code, but remember the login information. Here's how to do it:

After several unsuccessful attempts to enter a password, the lock screen will display the button “Forgot password?” (or similar in English – Forgot password?).

• 🔑 Enter the email or phone number associated with your Mi Account.
• 📧 The confirmation code will come to the mail / SMS - enter it in the appropriate field.
• 🔄 The system will prompt you to create a new password or reset the current one.
• 📱 After successful authorization, the phone will be unlocked and all data will remain in place.

⚠️ Note: If you have previously disabled sync with Mi Account or have not linked your account to your device, this will not work. Also note that after resetting your password through Mi Account, you may need to re-assign the device (for security reasons).

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If the "Forgot Password?" button doesn't appear, try connecting your phone to Wi-Fi or mobile network, and sometimes the system blocks access to the feature without the Internet.

2.Reset via Recovery Mode (with loss of data)

If you don't have a Mi Account attached or you don't remember the login details, you have a hard reset through Recovery mode, which will remove all the data from your phone, including photos, contacts and apps, but it works 100 percent and doesn't require any special knowledge.

Instructions for Redmi 8 Pro:

1. Turn off the phone with a long press on the power button.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery Mode menu (maybe in Chinese or English).
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button to select the item.
5. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (or similar).
6. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed (it will take 1-3 minutes).
7. Restart your phone via Reboot.

Once rebooted, the device will be as new as new, requiring initial setup, and if the Mi Account was previously tied, the system may request authorization to verify ownership (this is anti-theft protection).

Turn off the phone.

Clutch Power + Volume Up

Wait for the Mi logo to appear

Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data

Confirm the reset and reset-->

3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)

The method through Fastboot is suitable if a standard reset does not help (for example, due to a damaged firmware) or you need to bypass the binding to the Mi Account.

⚠️ Attention: Fastboot misuse can cause the bootloader to break and turn the phone into a brick, and use this method only if you are confident in your skills or under the guidance of an experienced user.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Mi Flash Tool and ADB/Fastboot drivers.
2. Turn off Redmi 8 Pro and press Power + Volume down to enter Fastboot Mode (the image of a hare in a hat-eared will appear).
3. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable.
4. Open the command prompt (Win + R → enter cmd) and check the connection command: fastboot devices If the device is determined (serial number will appear), continue.
5. Download the firmware for Fastboot (e.g., from Xiaomifirmwareupdater.com) and unpack it into a folder without spaces.
6. In Mi Flash Tool, select a firmware folder, tick Clean all and click Flash.
7. Wait for the process to complete (5-10 minutes) and restart the phone.

Once the firmware is in place, all the data will be erased and the phone unlocked. If the Mi Flash Tool is a bug, try using alternative utilities like XiaoMiTool V2.

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4. Bypassing the lock via ADB (if debugging is enabled)

If the Redmi 8 Pro previously had USB debugging enabled (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → 7 times press to unlock the developer options), you can try unlocking the phone through ADB without losing data.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (even if it is locked).
2. Open the command line and check the connection: adb devices If the device is displayed, enter the command to delete the password: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key or PIN-code: adb shell rm /data/system/password.key
3. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

After the reboot, the lock should reset. If the command does not work, try an alternative:

adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.ChooseLockGeneric

This will open the password change menu directly.

⚠️ Attention: On new versions MIUI (12+) This method may not work because of the increased protection, and it won't work if you debug it. USB was offline.

5 Unlocking through Xiaomi Service Center

If you don’t succeed on your own, the most reliable option is to contact the official Xiaomi service center, which is especially true if:

The service center will require proof of ownership (checks, box, IMEI). If the phone is not stolen, specialists will unlock it in 1-3 days. the cost of the service varies from 500 to 2000 rubles depending on the region and the complexity of the case.

💡 Useful advice: Before visiting the service, take a screenshot IMEI (You can find it on the box or via the *#06# command on another phone.

6. Alternative methods (with caution!)

There are dozens of magical ways to unlock the Redmi 8 Pro online, from special apps to secret codes, most of which are either outdated or not working on newer versions of MIUI.

• 📲 Unlocking apps: Programs like Dr.Fone or iMyFone LockWiper promise to reset a password without losing data, but often require payment and do not guarantee results.

⚠️ Warning: Any third-party unlocking software may contain malicious code. If you decide to use it, pre-check the files via VirusTotal and create a restore point on your PC.

Comparison of Unlocking Methods

To choose the best way, compare them by key parameters:

As you can see from the table, the safest method is to unlock through Mi Account, which is not available and the data on the phone is not important, resetting via Recovery is optimal. Fastboot and ADB methods should be used only as a last resort.

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If your phone is synced to Google, you can reset your contacts, photos and apps through your Google account, but your SMS, notes and local files will be lost.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Redmi 8 Pro