Where to find Mi Account on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways (relevant for 2026)

Lost access to Mi Account or can’t find it in Xiaomi’s settings?This problem is familiar to many users – especially after resetting, buying a used phone or updating MIUI. Mi Account not only stores your data, but also blocks the device when you try unauthorized access, so its search and recovery becomes critical.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible places your Mi Account might be hiding, from obvious settings to hidden developer menus, how to check your account’s link to your device, what to do if your phone requires login after a reset, and how to avoid being blocked when you sell your gadget, and a unique way to check your account through an engineering menu that few people know about.

1. Standard Way: Where to look for Mi Account in Xiaomi Settings

The most obvious way is to look at the basic settings of the smartphone, but even here, users are often lost due to frequent updates to the MIUI interface. Consider the current paths for the latest firmware versions (14-15).

In most cases, the Mi Account is hidden here:

• 📱 MIUI 14/15: Settings → Xiaomi account (first section on the menu). If there is no item, check Settings → Passwords and security → Account binding.
• 🔄 Old versions (MIUI 12-13): Settings → My device. → Mi Account or Settings → Additionally. → Account.
• 🔍 If there is no “Account” option: try to enter the “Mi Account” or “Account” request in the settings search».

On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5), the path may be different due to customized shells. If you don’t see the partition, you may already have your account detached from the device (we’ll talk about this later).

2. Checking the account link through "About the phone"

Few people know, but you can find information about the Mi Account attached in the device data section, which works even if the main menu item is hidden.

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 5-7 times on the line MIUI version until the notification “You became a developer!” appears (this unlocks hidden settings).
3. Go back to the main settings menu and find a new section for developers (or additionally → for developers).
4. Scroll down to the Account Status or Mi Account Status block – here will be the email or phone attached to the device.

⚠️ Note: If this section says “No account bound” or “No account bound”, it means that the Mi Account was deleted from the phone (for example, after a reset via Fastboot.

3. Search Mi Account through the Security app

The Security app (shield icon) duplicates many of Xiaomi’s account features, including anchor information, which is suitable if the standard settings don’t show data.

How to check:

• 🛡️ Open the Security app (if not, download from Google Play or App Gallery).
• 🔑 Go to Xiaomi Account or Mi Account (may be in the menu “Personal Data” or “Privacy»).
• 📧 This will show you an email or phone number attached to the device, and if the field is empty, the account is untied.

In some versions of MIUI, the Security app may be called Security or Mi Security, and if you don't see an account section, update the app through the store.

Open the Security app | Find the "Mi Account" or "Account" | Check the attached email/phone | Update the app if there is no section-->

4. Hidden methods: engineering menu and ADB-team

If the standard methods do not work, you can use the engineering menu or ADB-These are the ways that are suitable for experienced users and require caution.

Method 1: Engineering menu (for advanced)

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Mi Account block – the anchor status can be displayed here.

Method 2: ADB-teams (requires PC)

Connect your phone to a computer with installed ADB-driver and perform:

adb shell dumpsys account

In the conclusion, find the line with com.xiaomi – this is the data of your Mi Account.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can cause system failures if you type commands at random. Don't change settings unless you're sure they're there!

5. What to do if Mi Account is blocked or requires data entry

The situation when a phone after a reset asks for a username and password from Mi Account, familiar to many, is protection against theft (Mi Cloud Lock), and it is legally circumvented only through official channels.

Options:

• 🔄 Password Recovery: Go to account.xiaomi.com, select “Forgot your password?” and follow the instructions. You will need to access an email or phone linked to your account.
• 📧 Confirmation via backup email: If the primary email is not available, try to restore access through a backup address (indicated when registering).
• 📞 Support: If you bought a used phone and the previous owner didn’t untie your account, contact Xiaomi with a check to buy. They can help unlock the device (but don’t guarantee success).

⚠️ Warning: Don't use third-party services that promise to "unlock Mi Account in 5 minutes" is a scam.The only legal way is to officially restore through Xiaomi.

6 How to Untie Mi Account Before Selling Your Phone

If you are planning to sell or transfer your Xiaomi, be sure to untie the account, otherwise the new owner will not be able to use the device.

Method 1: Through settings

1. Open Settings → Xiaomi account.
2. Slip on your profile and select “Sign Out”.
3. Confirm the action with a password.
4. Return to Settings → Passwords and Security → Account Link and remove the device from the list.

Method 2: Through the Xiaomi website

If the phone has already been transferred to a new owner, you can untie it remotely:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your phone and click Delete.
3. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

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Before resetting, turn off Find Device in Settings → Google → Security → Find Device. This will speed up the detachment process.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many users experience problems with Mi Accounts because they don’t know the nuances, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to prevent them:

• 🚫 Ignoring backup email: When registering for an account, always provide a backup address – this will save you if the main email is hacked.
• 🔒 No Two-Factor Authentication: Enable 2FA in the account settings (Security) → Two-step verification, this will protect against unauthorized access.
• 📱 Resetting your account without detachment: Always remove your device from the Mi Cloud before resetting, otherwise your phone will be locked.
• 🔄 Buying a used phone without checking your account: Before buying, ask the seller to log out of your Mi Account and make a reset.

If you've already made one of these mistakes, don't panic, and in most cases, you can fix it by restoring access or asking for support.

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Untie Mi Account before resetting is the only way to avoid locking the phone for the new owner.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions