How to remove Google protection on Xiaomi after reset: 5 working ways

Faced with a login and password request from an old Google account after resetting Xiaomi to factory settings (FRP) — Android built-in protection, which locks the device when trying to bypass the owner's account. on Xiaomi smartphones (especially on the Redmi Note) 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4 and Mi flagships 11/12/13) This system works even after hardware reset via Recovery.

In this article, we've got 5 proven ways to disable Google security, including official and workarounds.

• 🔹 Why? FRP It is activated on Xiaomi even after a complete reset.
• 🔹 How to remove protection if you forgot the password from the linked account
• 🔹 Risks of using gray bypass methods (including loss of warranty)
• 🔹 Features of work FRP on MIUI 14 vs MIUI 12/13

⚠️ Important: Bypassing techniques FRP Some methods require unlocking the bootloader, which leads to a complete data reset and cancellation of the warranty. Use them only legally (for example, if the phone is purchased from hand and the previous owner has not untied the account).

1.What is Google Protection (FRP) And why is it coming to Xiaomi?

Factory Reset Protection (FRP) — This is an Android security feature introduced in Android 5.1 Lollipop (2015) that links the device to the Google account that was last added before the reset. FRP It works in tandem with Mi Account, its own brand authorization service.

How this works in practice:

• 📱 You reset your phone through Settings → The phone. → Reset or Recovery.
• 🔒 After the reboot, the system requires you to enter a login / password from the last Google account.
• 🚫 Without this data, access to the device is blocked – even if you know it. PIN-screen-code.

Xiaomi. FRP It works 100% of the time if:

💡 Why Xiaomi? FRP It's a double security issue: in addition to a Google account, the system can request data from Mi Account (especially on models for China), which complicates the unlocking process, since it requires bypassing two levels of authorization.

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If you buy Xiaomi with your hands, be sure to ask the seller to delete all accounts (Google and Mi Account) with you. → Accounts and exit from all profiles.

Official method: shutdown FRP through settings (before resetting)

If your phone is not reset and you have access to the system, delete your Google account correctly to avoid blocking:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Select the account you want to untie and click Delete account.
3. Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock of the device.
4. Reboot your phone and reset through Settings → About Phone → Reset settings.

⚠️ Note: If you just log out (Login instead of Delete), FRP It's gonna work after it's reset!

Delete all Google accounts|Disable Mi Account (if tied)|Make a backup copy of the data|Remember the password from the lock screen-->

For models with MIUI 14 (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) step-up:

1. Go to Settings. → Additionally. → Confidentiality → Reset Factory Reset protection.
2. Enter the password from the lock screen for confirmation.

This item is offline. FRP before reset, which eliminates the need to enter account data after rebooting.

3. The Forgetful Method: Restore Access to a Google Account

If you forgot the password from your linked account, but remember the login (or email), use the official recovery procedure from Google:

1. On the lock screen FRP Do you have a password? (or do you need help?).
2. Enter the last known password or select a different method.
3. Confirm your identity through: 📧 Email (code will be sent to a backup address) 📱 SMS (by the attached phone number) 🔐 Standby codes (if retained)

Create a new password and log in to your phone account.

If you don’t have access to email or phone:

• 🖥️ Try to restore your account via your computer: accounts.google.com → Find an account.
• 📅 Please include the latest known information (for example, when you created an account or last used passwords).
• 🕒 Wait 24-48 hours – sometimes Google will unblock your account after checking.

⚠️ Note: If an account has been created for a long time and has not been used, Google may require confirmation through older devices that you no longer have access to, in which case it will be more difficult to restore access, you will have to contact the support with proof of ownership (checks, phone box, etc.).

4. Bypass FRP Recovery and Fastboot (for advanced modes)

If the official methods did not work, you can try to get around FRP These methods require technical skills and can lead to data loss or buildup of the device.

Method 1: Reset via Mi Flash Tool (complete cleaning)

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool from Xiaomi’s official website and the firmware installation package for your model.
2. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into the Fastboot.
3. Connect the device to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
4. Select the downloaded firmware and press Flash. At the bottom of the window, select Clean all and lock. + loader-lock).
5. Wait for the process to be completed (5-10 minutes).

Method 2: Removal FRP through ADB (for MIUI 12–14)

This method works if the Recovery mode is available. ADB Sideload:

1. Enter Recovery (Loudness Up + Nutrition).
2. Select Connect with MIAssistant (or ADB Sideload).
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute the commands: adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login/ com.google.android.gsf.login.LoginActivity
4. You'll see a login window on your phone. Try adding a new Google account.

🔧 What models support this method?:

• ✅ Redmi Note 10/11/12 (except for the Pro versions)
• ✅ POCO X3/X4 GT
• ❌ Xiaomi 12/13 series (locked) ADB recover)
• ❌ Black Shark 5/6 (custom-recovery)

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Circumvention FRP through ADB Or Mi Flash Tool causes the data to be completely deleted from the internal memory, so if the phone had important files, it's impossible to recover them after such a procedure.

5. Alternative methods: bypassing through Mi Account and third-party tools

If you can’t get around Google protection, you can try to log in through Mi Account (if it was linked).

1. On the lock screen FRP Click Log in via Mi Account (if there is no such option, the method is not suitable).
2. Enter the username/password from Mi Account (not to be confused with Google!).
3. Confirm your login via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

If you do not remember Mi Account information, restore it here: account.xiaomi.com. To verify your identity, you may need to:

• 📱 Phone number linked to the account
• 📧 Backup email
• 🆔 Serial number of the device (on the box or in the check)

Third-party bypass tools FRP

There are programs on the web, like, FRP Bypass APK Mi Account Unlock Tool, but using them is risky:

• 🚨 Viruses and spyware – many ‘crackers’ contain malicious code.
• 🔓 Account Blocking – Google May Ban Your Device for Suspicious Activity.
• 💸 Paid Services – Some tools require payment for “unblocking".

⚠️ Note: Using third-party tools can result in permanent blocking IMEI (At the carrier level, or if you blacklist a device from Xiaomi, we don't recommend this method unless you're sure of the source of the software.

6. Risks and Consequences of Disabling Google Protection

Bypass or disconnect FRP It may seem harmless, but it has serious consequences:

🔐 Post-bypass security FRP:

• 🛡️ Set a strong password on the lock screen.
• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version (Settings) → Updating the system).
• 🔍 Check your device for viruses (Google Play Protect or Dr.Web).
• 📱 Link a new Google account and enable two-factor authentication.

If you bought Xiaomi from hand and the previous owner did not untie the accounts, contact him to remotely remove the device from his profile. Google/Mi Accounts can be done through:

• 🌐 Web version of myaccount.google.com → Security → Your devices.
• 🌐 Web version of account.xiaomi.com → Device management.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling Google protection on Xiaomi