How to turn off the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro: safe methods 2026

Why Users Want to Remove Screen Locks – and When It’s Dangerous

The lock screen on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 Pro is a standard security feature, but not everyone likes it.Some get annoyed at having to enter PIN-code or pattern lock hundreds of times a day, others want to speed up access to the device at home. However, completely disabling the lock deprives the smartphone of basic protection from unauthorized access – especially critical for devices with banking applications, photos or work correspondence.

The Redmi Note 8 Pro (codenamed begonia) runs on MIUI, where security policies are stricter than those on Android’s “naked” one. This means that standard lock-off through settings is often unavailable – the system requires at least minimal protection (like a swipe). But there are workarounds we’ll talk about below. Importantly, on MIUI 14+ and Android 13+, some techniques may not work due to Xiaomi’s tighter security.

Before you start, check:

• 🔄 Version MIUI: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI
• 🔐 Current type of lockdown: PIN, graphical key
• 📱 Root rights (if you plan to use them) ADB)

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use built-in MIUI options. This is suitable if you have a swipe (without a PIN/password) or a pattern lock installed. On newer versions of MIUI (12+), this path can be blocked, but it is worth trying.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Screen lock and password.
2. Enter the current password/PIN/pattern lock for confirmation.
3. Select the screen lock type option.
4. If available, select No or Swipe (depending on the MIUI version).
5. Confirm the action.

⚠️ Note: Redmi Note 8 Pro with MIUI 13+ Android 12+ No can be absent, in which case the system compulsorily requires that you install at least a swipe. If you want to remove the lock completely, then proceed to the following methods.

Method 2: Use of MIUI Hidden Settings (without root rights)

If the standard method didn't work, you can try the hidden MIUI settings, which doesn't require superuser rights, but it doesn't work on all firmware.

• 📱 Smartphone Redmi Note 8 Pro with MIUI 11–14
• 🔧 Annex MIUI Hidden Settings (download from Google Play or APKMirror)
• 🔑 Current lock password

Step-by-step:

1. Install and open MIUI Hidden Settings.
2. Go to the Lockscreen section.
3. Find the option Disable Lockscreen or None (can be called differently).
4. Activate it and confirm it with the current password.
5. Reset the device.

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If the Disable Lockscreen option is inactive, try installing the pattern lock first, then go back to Hidden Settings and try again.

⚠️ Note: Some firmware may experience notification or gesture bugs after disabling the lock via Hidden Settings. If you notice unstable work, return the standard swipe.

Method 3: Disable the lock via ADB (for advanced)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is the most reliable, but requires a PC connection and basic command line knowledge, and works even on the latest versions of MIUI, but has a limitation: once you reboot, the lock can return.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
• 🛠️ Utilities. ADB and Fastboot
• 📱 Included debugging by USB smartphone

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your trust in your computer.
4. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) in the folder with ADB.
5. Enter the commands in turn: adb shell pm disable-user com.android.keyguard
6. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI Or reset the lock screen may come back. To return it manually, use the command:

adb shell pm enable com.android.keyguard

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ADB-After a reboot or upgrade, the screen lock may appear again.

What happens if you completely remove the blockage: risks and consequences

Disabling the lock screen on the Redmi Note 8 Pro is convenient, but it deprives the device of critical security features.

• 🚨 No theft protection: anyone can unlock their phone and access data.
• 🔒 Payment services are not working: Google Pay, Mi Pay and banking applications require screen locking.
• 📵 Loss of Smart Lock features: Automatic location or device unlocking (such as smartwatch) will turn off.
• 🔄 Problems with updates: some firmware MIUI They can be forced to restore the lock after the update.

If you still decide to remove the blockage, consider alternatives:

• 🔐 Install the swipe instead PIN/Password is the minimum protection without unnecessary actions.
• 🏠 Use Smart Lock to Automatically Unlock Your Home (in Settings) → Lockdown and security → Smart Lock).
• 👆 Set up gestures for quick access to the camera or flashlight (in Settings) → Lock screen → Gestures).

How to get back the screen lock if something goes wrong

If after manipulations the phone stopped correctly locking, there were errors or you changed your mind, you can restore the standard lock in several ways:

1. Through Settings: Go to Settings → Screen Lock and Password. Select any type of lock (PIN, pattern lock or password). Follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Through ADB (if the lock is gone completely): adb shell pm enable com.android.keyguard
3. Reset (extreme): Go to Settings → About Phone → Reset. Select Reset all settings (app data will be saved). Once you restart, set up the lock again.

⚠️ Please note: if you have used MIUI Hidden Settings and after disabling the lock, the phone stopped responding to swipes or buttons, perform a forced reboot: pinch the power + Volume up for 10 seconds.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling the lock on the Redmi Note 8 Pro