How to completely delete Google account on Xiaomi smartphone: 4 working methods

Deleting a Google account from a Xiaomi smartphone may be necessary for many reasons: selling the device, resetting to factory settings or wanting to get rid of data synchronization. However, the process is not always smooth – the system often blocks the deletion of the main account, requires a password or does not show the “Delete” button at all, especially for devices on MIUI 14/15 with Android 13/14, where Google has tightened its security policy.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to delete a Google account – from the standard method through settings to bypassing. FRP-Factory Reset Protection: You will learn how to operate on the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13 and other models, and what to do if the phone requires an old password from the account. USB Or special tools – we explain each step in detail.

We warn you in advance that deleting your primary Google account may result in loss of access to Play Market purchases, synchronized contacts, and backups. If you are selling a phone, it is better to log out without deleting it, which will save data for the new owner (if he wants to use the same account).

All the instructions are relevant for MIUI Global, MIUI Europe and MIUI China (with Google Play Services installed).For devices without Google services (for example, Xiaomi for China), the methods are not suitable - there is simply no binding to the account.

1. Standard removal through Xiaomi settings

The easiest way is to delete your account through the settings menu, and it works if:

• 📱 You have a password from a Google account;
• 🔓 Your account is not your primary account (or you are ready to enter your password);
• 📶 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Passwords & Security on newer versions of MIUI).
2. Select Google → tap on your account (e.g. example@gmail.com).
3. In the upper right corner, press on ⋮ (three-point) → Delete the account.
4. Confirm the action by entering the password from your Google account or the phone’s pattern lock.

If the Delete Account button is inactive or absent, it means:

• 🔒 The account is the main one (associated with the device as an administrator);
• 📵 The device is not connected to the Internet;
• 🛠️ The phone has set corporate policy restrictions (for example, through Android Enterprise).

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If you are selling a phone, instead of deleting your account, you can simply log out from your account in the same menu, which will keep the new owner’s Play Market access, but delete your personal data.

2. Removal through reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If the standard method didn't work, you can try a full reset, which will delete all the data from the phone, including apps, photos and settings.+ kicks in FRP-Protection – the phone will require you to enter the username and password from the last Google account tied.

How to reset:

1. Create a backup copy of important data (contacts, photos, messages).
2. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
3. Select to erase all data (reset to factory).
4. Enter the password from MI-Account (if required) and confirm the action.

Once the phone is restarted, it will suggest you set it up as new.

• ✅ If you have not logged in to your Google account after resetting, your account is deleted.
• ❌ If the phone requires verification FRP (login/password request from an old account – read the section about bypassing protection.

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FRP (Factory Reset Protection) bypass after discharge

FRP-Protection is Google's mechanism that locks the phone after a reset if it has an account attached. On Xiaomi, there are several ways to circumvent this protection, but they require additional action.+) due to increased security.

Ways to bypass FRP on Xiaomi:

Detailed instructions for the TalkBack method (works on most Xiaomi):

1. On the FRP verification screen, click Setting up the Wi-Fi network.
2. Enter any text in the Network Search box, highlight it and select Share → TalkBack.
3. Turn on TalkBack, then return to the lock screen.
4. Make a gesture with two fingers on the screen → the menu will open.
5. Go to Settings → Reset settings and reset again.

⚠️ Attention: Bypass FRP On new devices (such as Xiaomi 14 with Android 14), these methods are often blocked - you will need an official password from your account.

4. Delete your account via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can delete your account via Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method requires a computer, USB-cable and enabled debugging by USB. Suitable for devices where the account is blocked, but the phone is not yet reset.

Step-by-step:

1. Enable Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

ADB-tools

adb devices

(Your device should be displayed).

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms

Attention:

all Google services

Play Market

An alternative option (without deleting services) is to reset your account password via ADB:

adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gms/.common.account.AccountPickerNew

This command will open an account selection window where you can try adding a new one or deleting an old one.

5. Delete your account via MI Cloud (if your phone is lost or locked)

If you don’t have physical access to your phone, it’s tied to your phone. MI-You can try to delete your Google account remotely, and this method only works for devices with active sync over Mi Cloud.

Instructions:

1. Go to the Mi Cloud website and log in.
2. Select your device in the list.
3. Press Find the device. → Erase the data.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

If you buy a phone with your hands, be sure to check if it is untied from the previous owner's Google account.

1. Reset the phone to factory settings.
2. Complete the initial setup before the Google login stage.
3. If the phone requires a login/password, it is still tied to someone else’s account.

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Before buying a used Xiaomi, ask the seller to reset with you and complete the initial setup until the end. If he refuses, there is a high probability that the phone is blocked by FRP.

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