Forgot the pattern lock on the phone Xiaomi Redmi: all working ways to unlock

Forgetting the pattern lock on the Xiaomi Redmi smartphone is a bad situation, but it can be fixed. PIN-The graphical pattern seems easy to remember, but that’s what often plays a cruel joke: users draw it automatically without thinking. When the screen is locked after several failed attempts, the panic is heightened — especially if the phone is storing important data, photos or work correspondence.

Fortunately, the manufacturer has provided several formal and informal ways to unlock. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for Redmi devices (including Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/13C and others) running MIUI 12-14. Importantly, the effectiveness of the method depends on the firmware version, whether you have a Mi Account account and the bootloader unlock status. Some methods will save your data, others will lead to a complete reset.

1 Unblocking through Xiaomi account (Mi Account)

The most reliable and recommended way is to use a linked Mi Account, which works if:

• 📱 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔑 Remember the username and password from your Xiaomi account (or you can restore them).
• 🔄 The device is synchronized with Mi Cloud.

After 5 failed attempts to enter the pattern lock, the button Forgot the password? (or Forgot pattern?) will appear on the screen.

1. Select the recovery option through Mi Account.
2. Enter the email or phone number associated with the account.
3. Confirm the entry with a password or SMS-code.
4. Create a new pattern lock or PIN-code.

⚠️ Note: If the phone is disconnected, this will not work, and some Redmi models with custom firmware can block access to the Mi Account after resetting.

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If you do not remember the password from Mi Account, restore it through the official website account.xiaomi.com. Use the backup email or phone number specified during registration.

2. Reset the pattern lock via Find Device (Remote management)

Find Device (or Find Device in Russian) not only allows you to track your phone, but also to control it remotely, including resetting the lock.

• 🌍 The device is connected to the Internet.
• 🔗 On the phone enabled the option to Find the device in the settings Mi Account.
• 📧 You have access to a Xiaomi account linked to your phone.

Instructions:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. Select the locked device in the list.
3. Click Delete Data (or Erase Device).
4. Confirm action. The phone will be reset to factory settings, and the pattern lock will be removed.

⚠️ Note: This method completely erases all data from your phone, including photos, contacts and apps. Use it only if other methods have not helped.

3. Unlock through Recovery Mode (without data loss)

If your Mi Account is untied or your phone is disconnected from the internet, you can try resetting your pattern lock through Recovery Mode, a method that works on most Redmi models with MIUI 12-14, but requires caution.

Steps:

1. Turn off the phone with a long press of the power button.
2. Press Volume Up + Power and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select the language (if there is one).
4. Go to Wipe & Reset → Wipe All Data (some firmware may have different paths).
5. Confirm the reset. The phone will reboot without a pattern lock.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (like the Note 10 Pro) may require you to enter data from Mi Account to activate after resetting via Recovery. If you don't remember them, the phone will turn into a brick».

Turn off the phone.

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Wait for the Recovery Menu to arrive

Check the battery power (minimum 30%)

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4.Use of ADB (for advanced users)

If the phone is debugging on USB (USB Debugging, you can delete the pattern lock through ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method saves data, but requires a computer and minimal technical skills.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable.
2. Open the command line (CMD) on your computer.
3. Enter the commands in turn: adb shell su rm /data/system/gesture.key reboot
4. After rebooting, the pattern lock will be reset.

⚠️ Note: The method only works if:

• 🔌 The phone's debugging on. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to activate the developer mode).
• 🖥️ Drivers are installed on the PC ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔓 The phone is not locked at the Mi Account level.

5. Unlock via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

If your Redmi has a Bootloader Unlocked, you can reset the pattern lock via Fastboot mode, which is suitable for users who have previously unlocked to install custom firmware.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot Mode.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and open the CMD.
4. Enter commands: fastboot devices fastboot erase userdata fastboot reboot

⚠️ Note: The fastboot erase userdata command completely erases all user data, including photos, messages and apps.The bootloader must be officially unlocked via the Mi Unlock Tool!

6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If none of these methods worked, the last option is to contact an authorized Xiaomi service center.

• 🔒 Phone locked at Mi Account level and login data lost.
• 📱 The device does not respond to standard unlock methods.
• 🛠️ Data retention is required (some services have equipment to extract information).

What will be required:

• 📄 Check or warranty card (if the phone is guaranteed).
• 🆔 Proof of purchase (for example, a box with a IMEI).
• 💳 Payment for the service (unblocking without proof of ownership can cost from 1000 to 3000 rubles).

⚠️ Warning: Unofficial services may offer a Mi Account bypass for a low price, but this often results in a lockdown IMEI or loss of warranty.

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Xiaomi’s official service is the only legal way to unlock if Mi Account data is lost and the phone does not respond to other methods.

7.How to avoid blocking in the future

To avoid the problem of a forgotten pattern lock again, follow the simple rules:

• 🔐 Use it. PIN-code instead of a pattern lock, it is more difficult to forget.
• 📱 Link Mi Account and enable sync with Mi Cloud.
• 🔄 Regularly back up data through Settings → System system → Backup.
• 📝 Write down a pattern lock or PIN-code in a secure location (for example, in a password manager).

We also recommend turning off automatic screen locking for a short period of time if you often forget to unlock:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen → Autolock.
2. Choose the 30 minute interval or Never (not recommended for safety).

If you often encounter locking problems, consider using a fingerprint scanner or facial recognition – these methods are more reliable and convenient than a pattern lock.

Comparison of Unlocking Methods

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi Redmi