How to Remove Google’s FRP Lock on Xiaomi After Resetting – Full Guide 2026

Why Xiaomi is blocked after reset and what is FRP

You did a hard reset on your Xiaomi Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 or another model, and instead of the usual greeting screen, you saw a request to enter a username and password from a Google account that used to be linked to the device. It's not a system failure, but the Factory Reset Protection (FRP) mechanism, which is reset protection before factory settings. Google introduced it into Android 5.1 Lollipop to combat smartphone theft, but it often becomes a headache for legitimate owners.

On Xiaomi, FRP-blocking works in two cases:

• 🔒 You reset the settings through Settings → The phone. → Reset settings (or button combinations in Recovery) without untidying your Google account.
• 📱 The device was bought with hands and the previous owner did not delete his account.

The system requires you to enter the last synchronized account, but if you don't remember it (or the phone is bought by a used one), there is a dead end, and fortunately, there are ways to get around the lock, and we'll look at it from the simplest to the most complex.

Method 1: Sign in with your original Google or Mi Account

If you have your smartphone and you remember the data from your linked account, that's the fastest way.

1. Enter the email and password from the last Google account that was synced to the device.
2. If you can’t, try to restore your password through Google’s recovery page (you’ll need access to a backup email or phone).

Some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 11 Pro+) may require additional data entry from the Mi Account.

• 📧 Enter any existing email (even not from Xiaomi) – sometimes the system skips further.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone and try again (on some firmware it works).

⚠️ Note: If the phone is bought with hands and the seller has not untied his Mi Account, the device may remain locked even after bypassing. FRP. In this case, you will need to contact the previous owner or contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase.

Method 2: Bypass FRP through Wi-Fi settings (without PC)

This method works on most Xiaomi devices with MIUI 12-14 and does not require a computer, but rather exploits a vulnerability in the Wi-Fi connection interface to access the system settings.

Step-by-step:

1. On the FRP lock screen, select Connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the password entry bar, then highlight any text and select Search (or Share, if there is such an option).
3. In the menu that opens, select Settings (or Browser if you don’t have direct access to settings).
4. Go to Settings → About Phone → The MIUI version and click on it several times to activate the developer mode.
5. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
6. Connect your phone to your PC (if possible) and use ADB to remove FRP (instruction below).

If you don’t have access to the PC, try:

• 🔍 Download via browser APK-file FRP Bypass Tool (such as QuickShortcutMaker) and install it.
• 📲 Use Settings → Accounts to add a new Google account and make it your primary account.

Method 3: Remove FRP via ADB (with computer)

If you have access to a Windows or Linux PC, this is the most reliable method.

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Utility. ADB (is part of Android SDK or can be downloaded separately).

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging (if not enabled, use Method 2).
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type:

adb devices

If the device appears in the list, do:

adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1

Then:

adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login/


adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login.LoginActivity

After that, restart your phone. If done correctly, the FRP lock will be reset and you can add a new Google account.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi) 10C or POCO M4 Pro) after execution of commands may need to manually delete the file /data/system/gesture.key through ADB Shell, do this only if you are confident in your actions!

Install Xiaomi drivers|Download ADB Tools|Enable debugging on USB phone-on|Connect the original USB-cable|Run the command line on behalf of the administrator-->

Method 4: Using APK bypasses (for power users)

If previous methods have not worked, you can try installing specialized software to bypass FRP. On Xiaomi models 2023-2026 (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or POCO X5 Pro), this method may not work due to updated protection mechanisms.

Popular tools:

• 📱 QuickShortcutMaker – allows you to run hidden system settings.
• 🔓 FRP Bypass APK — Automates the process of bypassing (you need to download from verified sources!).
• 🛠️ Test DPC — for Android 9 and higher devices (requires activation via ADB).

How to determine:

1. Download APK to another phone or PC.
2. Move the file to a blocked Xiaomi via OTG-cable or cloud storage (if you have access to the browser).
3. Install the app and follow the instructions inside.

Example of QuickShortcutMaker:

1. After installation, open the application.
2. In the search, enter Google Account Manager.
3. Choose version 5.1 or 6.0 (depending on your firmware).
4. Create a shortcut and follow the tips for FRP reset.

Method 5: Officially reset through Xiaomi Service Center

If all the independent methods did not help, you can contact an authorized Xiaomi service center.

• 📄 You have a check or a warranty card confirming your purchase.
• 🔐 The phone is blocked by the previous owner's Mi Account.
• 📱 Device for warranty (self-circumvention) FRP Maybe it's canceled).

What will be required:

1. Passport or document confirming identity.
2. Documents on the phone (purchase agreement, check, box with IMEI).
3. Application for unblocking (sometimes filled in on the spot).

The cost of the service varies from 500 to 2000 rubles depending on the model and region, in some cases, the reset is performed free of charge, if the device is warranted.

⚠️ Note: Informal service centres may offer “circumvention” FRP 5 minutes" for 300-500 rubles. Risks: malware installation, firmware damage or loss of warranty!

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Official reset via Xiaomi is the most reliable, but the longest way, suitable if the phone is recently purchased or there is a risk of losing the warranty.

What to do if nothing helps: alternative solutions

If all of the above methods have not worked, consider the following options:

• 🔄 Fastboot flashing is a radical method that requires unlocking the bootloader, suitable for power users, and instructions are searched by model (e.g., fastboot flash frp unlock for Redmi Note 10 Pro).
• 📦 Installing custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience) requires an unlocked bootloader and risks "bricking" the device.
• 💰 Buying an unlock code – on some forums (e.g, XDA Developers) sell individual codes for withdrawal FRP. Price: $1-5, but there is a risk of fraud.

Before you resort to extreme measures, check:

• ✅ Are you getting the commands right? ADB (Misprints are a common cause of failure).
• ✅ Is the method compatible with your model (e.g, POCO F4 You may need other teams than Redmi. A1).
• ✅ Is the firmware updated to the latest version (sometimes the update through Recovery removes the lock).

FAQ: Frequent questions about FRP bypass on Xiaomi