The situation of the smartphone owner forgetting the pattern lock or digital code is one of the most stressful in the world of mobile technology, especially in the Xiaomi ecosystem, where the MIUI security system and the new HyperOS have their own unique data protection features. If you are faced with a locked screen, it is important to understand that modern security methods are designed to make it as difficult as possible for outsiders to access, but for the owner there are several proven ways to regain control.
In this article, we will take a look at all the ways that we can bypass locks in 2026, from standard Google tools to advanced engineering menu reset methods. Attention: most of the methods described below involve a complete data reset, so if you have the ability to sync with the cloud before you lose access, do it immediately.
There is a myth that unlocking a modern smartphone without losing data is impossible, and in 90% of cases this is true unless specific debugging features were enabled in advance. However, knowing the nuances of Recovery Mode and Mi Account can save your situation. Below are step-by-step instructions to help you bring the device back to life.
Using Mi Cloud for Remote Resetting
The most civilized and safe way to restore access is to use the proprietary cloud service Mi Cloud. This method only works if the locked device was signed in to Mi Account and activated the function "Find the device". You will need any other gadget (computer or smartphone) with Internet access to perform the operation.
Go to the official cloud service website and log in under your login. In the device management interface, select Find your device, and then the map will display the location of your gadget. Among the available actions will be the option “Clean the device” or “Wipe Device”, which will forcefully delete all data, including the forgotten password lock screen.
⚠️ Warning: After this procedure, the smartphone will return to factory settings. All photos, contacts and apps will be deleted if they were not synced with the cloud in advance.
This method is particularly effective for devices running MIUI 12 and later, where integration with the manufacturer’s services is maximum, but if the Find Device function has been disabled or the phone is offline, this method will not work, and you will have to move to more radical measures through physical access to the interface.
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Recovery Mode (Hard Reset)
The most versatile method, which works on almost all Redmi, POCO and Xiaomi models, is to enter recovery mode, which does not require an Internet connection at the time of reset and works even if the touch screen is partially unresponsive, and to log in you need to completely turn off the device and pinch a certain combination of buttons.
Press both the volume button and the power button at the same time. Hold them until the brand logo appears, then release the power button, keep the volume up. The Recovery menu will appear on the screen, where the navigation is done with volume buttons (up/down), and the choice is confirmed by the power button.
☑️ Algorithm of actions in Recovery
From the menu that opens, select Wipe Data, then Wipe All Data, and confirm the action by selecting Confirm. The cleaning process can take anywhere from a few seconds to a couple of minutes. Once completed, the message “Data wiped successfully” will appear, and you can select Reboot to restart the system.
⚠️ Note: On new models with Android 11 and higher, after reset, the system may require you to enter a password from a previously used Google account (FRP Make sure you remember your email data.
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If the volume buttons don’t work, try connecting your phone to your PC via USB-cable and press the power button – on some models, this also triggers the Recovery menu.
Unlocking through Google’s Find My Device service
An alternative to Xiaomi’s proprietary tools is Google’s standard service, which means that if the locked phone has internet and geolocation enabled, you can control the device remotely, and this method is relevant for all Android smartphones, regardless of the shell you install.
You need to log into android.com/find from any browser and log in to the Google account that was the main one on the locked device. The system will try to locate the gadget. From the list of available actions, select "Clean the device".
Unlike local reset, this method initiates a command remotely. The phone must be on and have at least occasional network access to receive a reset command. Once the command is executed, all data will be deleted and the screen lock password reset.
| Method | We need the Internet. | Data retention | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Cloud | Yeah (on the phone) | No. | Low. |
| Recovery Mode | No. | No. | Medium |
| Google Find My | Yeah (on the phone) | No. | Low. |
| ADB Command | No. | No. | Tall. |
It is worth noting that if the device has recently been rebooted and has not had time to connect to Wi-Fi or mobile network, the command may not execute immediately, in which case it will execute the moment the device first appears on the network.
Using ADB for Advanced Users
For users who have previously included debugging USB (USB Debugging, in the developer menu, is a technically challenging but effective way to delete a file with passwords without completely resetting.This method requires a computer with Android Debug Bridge toolkit installed (ADB).
Connect your smartphone to your PC through quality USB-Open the command line or terminal on your computer in the tool folder ADB. Enter the adb device command to check the connection. If the debugging permission window appears on the phone screen, this method, unfortunately, will not work without entering a password to confirm the connection.
adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key
adb shell rm /data/system/keylock
adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.dbExecuting these commands will delete the system files that store the hashes of graphic keys and passwords. After rebooting, the device can ask you to enter the password again (you can enter any), or unlock completely. However, on modern versions of HyperOS with data encryption, this method is often ineffective without root rights.
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The ADB method only works if USB debugging has been enabled before and the computer has already been authorized on that device.
FRP bypass (Google Account Reset)
After resetting your settings through Recovery, many users are faced with an activation screen that requires you to enter a password from a Google account that was previously synced, which is FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection. If you remember your login but you forgot your password, restore it through Google. If you don't have access to your account, the situation becomes more complicated.
There are various workarounds depending on the Android version and security patch, often including using TalkBack, creating shortcuts, or installing special ones. APK-The Wi-Fi settings menu contains files via the browser, but with each security update, Xiaomi closes these vulnerabilities.
There is no official way to circumvent FRP without your account data, and the only legal way is to send a check to an authorized service center where specialists can unblock your device by confirming your ownership.
⚠️ Note: Using paid programs to "hack» FRP Unverified sources carry a high risk of virus infection or identity theft.
Prevention and backup
To avoid such problems in the future, mobile security experts recommend that you regularly back up your sensitive data. In the Xiaomi ecosystem, you can do this automatically through Mi Cloud or manually through Settings → About Phone → Backup and Restore.
It is also useful to write complex passwords into a secure password manager or a paper notebook that is stored in a secure location.Don't rely on memory alone, especially if you use complex character combinations to protect sensitive information.
Regularly updating the system to the latest version of the ensures that you get up-to-date security patches, but also changes the reset algorithms.Always check the relevance of the instructions before performing critical actions with the device.
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Write it down. IMI-Device code (on the box or under the battery) and keep it separate from the phone – this will be necessary to identify the device in the service center.