Xiaomi Activation Bypass: Official and Unofficial Unlocking Techniques 2026

Once you reset your device or buy a used Xiaomi device, users often face the requirement to enter the data of a Mi Account that was previously tied, a protection system called FRP (Factory Reset Protection) designed to combat theft of gadgets, but creates problems for legitimate owners. Without the right username and password, the phone becomes a “brick”: you can neither configure the system nor access the features.

In 2026, Xiaomi tightened security measures and old methods of bypassing (for example, through the use of a new system). EDL-regime or vulnerability MIUI 12) have stopped working on new models, but there are legal and semi-legal ways to unlock, from official account deletion through support to the use of specialized tools like the Mi Account Unlock Tool. In this article, we will analyze current methods, their risks and nuances for different devices - from Redmi Note 12 to Xiaomi Pad 6.

Why Xiaomi is blocking the device after a reset

The FRP-blocking mechanism works when:

• 🔄 Reset to factory settings via Settings menu → The phone. → Reset or combination of Power buttons + Volume Up.
• 📱 First setup of a new (or used) device, if previously it was linked to a Mi-account.
• 🔧 Update the firmware with the transition to the new version MIUI, If the account was not untied in advance.
• 🛠️ Repair or replacement of the motherboard – in this case, the lock may appear even without resetting.

From the technical side, the blocking is implemented through:

1. Linking a unique IMEI device to a Mi Account in the Xiaomi cloud.
2. Checking safety certificates at each turn on (Bootloader Lock).
3. Firmware level protection – even after flashing through Fastboot, authorization may be required.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14+ and Snapdragon chipsets 8 Gen 2/3 (for example, Xiaomi 13T Pro) bypassing the lock through EDL TestPoint may result in a complete warranty failure and inability to recover through a service center.

Official ways to remove the blockage

If you have access to the original Mi Account (even if you have forgotten your password), start with the official methods.

1. Restoring access to the Mi Account

If you have forgotten your password, but remember the email or phone number associated with your account:

1. Go to the recovery page: account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword.
2. Choose the recovery method: SMS (if the number is tied) or Email.
3. Follow the instructions to change your password. Once you have successfully logged in, the lock will be automatically removed.

If the email/phone access is lost:

• 📧 Try to restore email access through support (Gmail, Yandex, etc.).
• 📞 Contact the mobile operator to restore the number (if you have a phone number). SIM-missing).
• 🔑 Use backup recovery codes (if saved when you set up your account).

2. Delete your account through Xiaomi support

If the device is purchased from hand and the previous owner has not untied his account, contact support:

1. Prepare proof of purchase: check, contract of sale, photo of the box with the serial number.
2. Write to the Xiaomi Support Chat (Account and Security section) or create a ticket on the website mi.com/support.
3. Specify the device IMEI (you can find it on the box or through the menu of the *#06# set).
4. Wait for a response – the process can take from 3 to 14 days.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi support may refuse to unlock if the device is listed in the database of stolen or previously was unlocked by unofficial methods.

Informal methods of circumventing FRP

If the official methods didn’t work, you can try to bypass the lock through technical vulnerabilities, these methods require skills in working with ADB, Fastboot or specialized software. Risks: loss of warranty, firmware damage, IMEI blocking.

1. Fastboot bypass (for MIUI 12–14)

This method works for most devices. Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO with Qualcomm processors (e.g. Redmi Note) 11, POCO X4 You will need a computer with the Mi Flash Tool driver installed and ADB.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the device and press Power + Volume Down to log into Fastboot.
2. Connect your phone to your PC via USB.
3. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB and execute: fastboot oem frp-unlock If the command did not work, try: fastboot flashing unlock
4. Reboot the device. Some models will require you to reset your settings via Recovery.

If the frp-unlock command is not supported, use an alternative method:

2.Using the Mi Account Unlock Tool

For MediaTek devices (e.g. Redmi 10A, POCO C40), Mi Account Unlock Tool works via SP Flash Tool and requires a firmware file for your model.

Algorithm of action:

1. Download the firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website.
2. Unpack the archive and find the scatter.txt file.
3. Open the SP Flash Tool, download scatter.txt and select the Format All + Download option.
4. Connect the device to the PC (without the battery if it is removable).
5. Wait until the process is over – the device will be completely reset, including FRP-locking.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14 and later, this method can lead to a bootloader lock, which requires official unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool, which takes up to 720 hours of waiting.

Bypassing activation on smart watches and tablets Xiaomi

Devices on Wear OS (such as Xiaomi Watch S3) and tablets (Xiaomi Pad 6) have their own locking features.

For smart watches (Mi Band, Watch)

If the watch requires a previous owner’s account:

• 🔋 Reset via charger: Connect the watch to charge, press the button (if any) for 10-15 seconds until the Xiaomi logo appears.This will reset settings, but doesn't always remove the account binding.
• 📱 Re-binding via app: Install Mi Fitness or Zepp Life, try adding the device as new. Sometimes the system allows you to "seize" control.
• 🔧 Firmware through utility: For Mi Band 7 and later, use Mi Band Tool (required) ADB root-access on a smartphone).

For tablets (Pad 5/6)

Xiaomi tablets are blocked in the same way as smartphones, but they have additional vulnerabilities:

1. Connect the tablet to your PC and check if it is identified in Device Manager as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
2. If yes, use the QFil Tool to run a firehose file (you can download it from the 4PDA or XDA-Developers forums).
3. For the Xiaomi Pad 6 with MIUI 14, an authorized developer account may be required to unlock the bootloader.

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If the tablet doesn’t turn on after a failed firmware, try pinching Power + Volume Up + Volume Down for 20-30 seconds for a forced reboot.

Risks and consequences of unofficial unblocking

Before using alternative methods, assess the possible problems:

The most serious risk is blocking. IMEI. On some models (Redmi Note 12 Pro)+, Xiaomi 13) after a failed bypass FRP The device may lose communication with the network. IMEI You can only use the service center (cost from 3000 to 10 000). ₽).

Another problem is the updates. MIUI. After unofficial unlocking, the device may cease to receive OTA-Updates or "fly" after installation. Solution: manually stitch updates through Fastboot.

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On devices with Snapdragon 8 Gen 1/2 (Xiaomi 12/13 series) chipsets, bypassing FRP via EDL or TestPoint results in an irreversible locking of the bootloader without the possibility of recovery via the Mi Flash Tool.

Alternative solutions: When nothing helps

If all methods are exhausted, radical options remain:

1. Selling the device "as is"

At sites like Avito or Yula, there is a demand for locked Xiaomi devices, and customers use them to:

• 🔧 Spare parts (screen, battery, camera).
• 🎮 Game consoles (after firmware custom OS type LineageOS).
• 📡 Routers/servers (based on Redmi Note with damaged communication module).

The average price of the blocked Redmi Note 11 is 3000-5000 ₽ (conditionally).

2. Custom OS firmware

If the device is unlocked but FRP remains, you can install an alternative firmware:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires an account to be linked to the device and wait 7-14 days).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Sweat LineageOS, Pixel Experience or HavocOS through ADB Sideload.

Cons: loss of function MIUI (for example, IR-remote or Super Wallpapers, possible camera or communication bugs.

3. Contact the service center

Xiaomi’s official service centers in Russia and CIS can unlock the device for a fee (1,500-4000) ₽), if you'll provide:

• 📄 Documents confirming the purchase (check, contract).
• 📦 Box with serial number (must match with the IMEI device).
• 🔑 Data of the previous owner (if it is a used device).

In informal services, the cost is lower (1,000-2,500). ₽), There is no guarantee of data preservation and operability.

FAQ: Frequent questions about circumventing Xiaomi activation