Reset Xiaomi to factory settings: all ways for smartphones and TV

Resetting Xiaomi’s device to factory settings is a radical, but sometimes necessary, solution that may be needed when selling a gadget, after a virus attack, when critical system failures or just to “clean up” accumulated digital debris. However, the procedure has nuances, from losing data to possibly locking it through Mi Account if you forget your password. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of resetting for smartphones (Redmi, POCO, Mi) and Mi TVs, and also explain how to avoid typical errors.

It's important to understand that factory settings are not just about removing apps, but they erase all user information: contacts, photos, messages, Wi-Fi settings, app accounts, and return system files to their original state, as if you had just unpacked the device, and if you didn't back up in advance, it would be extremely difficult (and sometimes impossible) to recover data.

Depending on the Xiaomi model and firmware version (MIUI The reset algorithm may be slightly different, and we'll look at universal methods that work on 90% of the brand's devices, including the latest flagships like Xiaomi 14 and budget models like Redmi Note 12. TV and Xiaomi Pad tablets.

Preparing for resetting: what to do before cleaning

Before you hit the Reset button, follow a few critical steps, and ignoring this step can result in the loss of valuable data or even locking the device.

• 📱 Backup. Use the built-in Mi Cloud (if sync is enabled) or third-party services like Google Drive. → The phone. → Backup.
• 🔒 Make sure you know the data from Mi Account. After the reset, the device may require you to enter a login and password to unlock (Factory Reset Protection feature).
• 🔋 Charge the battery to at least 50%. Interrupting the process due to discharge can turn the phone into a "brick».
• 📡 Disable your Google Account (if you plan to sell your device) to prevent problems FRP-lock-in.

Pay special attention to Mi Account. If you forget your password, restore it in advance on the official website. Otherwise, after reset, the phone may be locked, and unlocking through the service center will cost 30-50% of the cost of the device.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with an unlocked bootloader, a reset may result in a loss of the ability to sew custom loaders. ROM. Before the procedure, check the status of the bootloader with the command fastboot oem device-info.

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (the safest)

This is a method that works for working devices when you can log in, and it's the simplest and least risky.

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to About Phone (in MIUI 14+, the path can be Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset).
3. Select Resetting (or Delete all data).
4. The system will ask you to enter a pattern lock or PIN-proof-code.
5. Click Remove everything and wait for the reboot (it will take 5-15 minutes).

On Mi TVs, the path is different: Settings → Device → Reset and Update → Data Reset. Once confirmed, the TV will restart and return to its original settings.

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Method 2: Hard Resetting with Recovery Mode

If the phone doesn't turn on, freezes on the logo or is locked, Recovery Mode will help, which works even on dead devices, but requires care.

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10-15 seconds).
2. Click the combination: For most smartphones: Volume up + Power. For POCO F5 and new models: Volume up + Volume down + Power. For Mi TV: on the remote, press Menu + Volume down for 5 seconds.

Mi

Recovery

Wipe Data

Wipe All Data

Confirm

Reboot

On some devices (like the Redmi Note 10 Pro), the Recovery menu may be in Chinese.

⚠️ Note: On devices with HyperOS (new firmware from Xiaomi), the path to Recovery may be different.If you don't find the Wipe Data item, try Factory Reset or Erase All.

Method 3: Reset via Mi Account (remote)

If your phone is stolen or lost and you want to erase it, you can use the Remote Reset feature via Mi Cloud, which only works if you:

• 📶 Device connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔄 Synchronization with Mi Account is enabled.
• 🔒 Remember the login and password from the account.

Instructions:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, select the desired gadget.
3. Press Find the device. → Erase the data.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

Remote reset takes anywhere from a few minutes to an hour (depending on the speed of the Internet on the device), and once completed, the phone will reboot and be ready to be configured as new, and this method does not work if the device is disabled or turned off.

Reset on Mi TVs: features of the procedure

Xiaomi TVs are harder to reset than smartphones because of the lack of physical buttons (except the remote).If the remote is lost or not working, use the Mi Remote mobile app (available for Android and iOS).

Standard algorithm:

1. Press Menu (three horizontal lines) on the remote.
2. Go to Settings (cog icon).
3. Select Device → Reset and Update → Data Reset.
4. Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if you have not changed it).
5. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot (it will take 3-7 minutes).

If the TV is dead and does not respond to the remote:

• 🔌 Turn off the power for 1 minute, then turn it on again.
• 🎮 If you have a gamepad connected via Bluetooth, try using it for navigation.
• 📱 Install Mi Remote on your smartphone and connect to TV via Wi-Fi Direct.

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If the TV doesn't turn on after reset, check the connection to the outlet and hold the power button on the case for 15 seconds.

Frequent post-reset problems and their solutions

Even after a successful reset, problems can occur, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

• 🔐 Requires Mi Account Password After Reset: This is Factory Reset Protection (FRP). Enter the data from the linked account. If you forgot the password, restore it on the official website.
• 📱 Phone doesn't turn on after reset: Power may have interrupted.Plug it into charging for 30 minutes, then try turning on.
• 🔄 Floating on Xiaomi logo: Fastboot your device with the Mi Flash Tool.
• 📶 Not connected to Wi-Fi: Reset your network settings in Settings → Wi-Fi → Additionally. → Resetting the network.

If the function is lost after the reset, like NFC or IR-Check if they're disabled in the developer settings:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Click 7 times on the MIUI version to activate the developer mode.
3. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.
4. Find the right module and turn it on.

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If after reset, the device asks for an old PIN-code SIM-If you don't remember the card, you can contact the carrier with your passport.

How to Avoid Mi Account Lockdown After Resetting

One of the most frustrating things is when, after a reset, the phone requires data from Mi Account that you don't have, and it's because of Factory Reset Protection (FRP), which links the device to your account. Here's how to avoid that:

• 🔗 Untie your account before reset: Settings → Accounts. → Mi Account → Delete the account.
• 📱 Use official reset methods (via menu or Recovery) rather than third-party utilities.
• 🔑 Keep your account information in a safe place (such as a password manager).

If the device is already locked:

1. Try to restore your password through account.xiaomi.com.
2. If recovery does not help, contact the Xiaomi service center with documents on the device.
3. Avoid “gray” services that offer FRP bypass for money – this can lead to a loss of warranty.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with an unlocked bootloader (bootloader) bypass FRP It may lead to a blockage. IMEI. This will make the phone unsuitable for calls.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions