How to completely disable Mi Account on Xiaomi Redmi 9: 5 proven ways

Why Users Want to Delete Mi Accounts with Redmi 9 – and When to Delete

Linking to a Mi Account on Xiaomi smartphones is both an advantage and a potential headache. On the one hand, an account syncs contacts, notes and backups, and on the other hand, it can lock the device after a reset or when selling. Redmi 9 owners most often face the need to disable Mi Account in three cases:

1) Before selling or transferring a phone, the new owner will not be able to use the device if it is tied to your account - after resetting, the system will require login and password. 2) After purchasing a used phone, if the previous owner has not untied his account. 3) When Xiaomi services fail, when data synchronization begins to slow down or authorization errors occur. It is important to understand that just leaving the account in the settings is not enough - it must be completely untied from the device at the system level.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable Mi Account on Redmi 9, including official methods through settings, reset to factory settings, as well as alternative solutions for cases where standard options do not work. We will pay special attention to the nuances that Xiaomi does not advertise: for example, why after deleting the account through Settings → Mi Account Phone May Stay Linked to Company Servers.

Method 1: Standard removal through phone settings (not always working)

The most obvious and safe method is to delete your Mi Account directly from your phone’s menu, but it only works if:

• 📱 You have access to your phone (it is not locked after resetting).
• 🔑 Remember the password from Xiaomi account.
• 🌐 Device connected to the Internet (required for synchronization of removal).

Step instructions:

1. Open Settings → Mi Account (at the top of the screen).
2. Tap the avatar or account name at the top.
3. Select Account Management → Security.
4. Scroll down and click Delete Account.
5. Confirm the action with a password and wait for the process to be completed.

⚠️ Note: After deleting your account through settings, some features may stop working, such as cloud backup, device search, and access to Mi Cloud, and there is a risk that the phone will remain tied to the account at the level of the user. MIUI — This is seen by the message "Device activated" in the profile Xiaomi on the website.

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Method 2: Reset to factory settings – when it helps (and when it doesn’t)

If you don't remember the Mi Account password or the phone is already locked after a reset, many users try to solve the problem with a full reset.

✅ Resetting will help if the account was linked after the last login (for example, you recently logged in and then deleted it through the settings.

❌ Reset will not help if the account was tied before the last reset or if the device activates the function of Protection Mi Account (on automatically when you add an account.

How to perform the reset correctly:

1. Turn off Redmi 9.
2. Press the Volume Up + Power buttons at the same time until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
4. Confirm the action and wait until the process is completed (the process will take 5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI For Redmi 9, the "This device is locked" error may appear after the reset, which means that the phone is linked to the account at the bootloader level).

Method 3: Delete your account through the official Xiaomi website (the most reliable method)

If you have access to the mail or phone associated with your Mi Account, the most reliable way is to remove the device from the trusted list on the official website, which is guaranteed to untie Redmi 9 from your account, even if you forgot your password.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your Redmi 9 (may appear as M2003J15SC, model number).
3. Click on the three dots next to the device and select Remove.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

After that:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone – the link to your account will be removed.
• 📱 If the device was locked after reset, repeat Hard Reset (method 2).
• ⚠️ If your Redmi 9 is not listed on your device list, your account is not properly linked or your phone is using another account.

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If you sell a phone, remove it from the list of devices on the Xiaomi site before the reset, which will save the buyer from activation problems.

Method 4: Unlock Bootloader for Power Users

If previous methods have failed and the phone is locked on the activation screen of the Mi Account, the radical way is to unlock the bootloader, which allows you to flash the device without being tied to the account, but has risks:

✅ Pros: complete removal of all locks, the ability to install custom firmware.

❌ Cons: reset of all data, loss of warranty (if it is still valid), the risk of "bricking" the phone with errors.

How to unlock Bootloader on Redmi 9:

1. Apply for unlocking through the official Xiaomi website (you will need to link your account to your phone).
2. Download the Mi Unlock Tool and install ADB drivers on your PC.
3. Transfer the phone to Fastboot mode (clamp Volume down + Power).
4. Connect Redmi 9 to your computer and start the Mi Unlock Tool.
5. Follow the program instructions (usually you need to wait 72-168 hours for approval to unlock).

Once successfully unlocked, you can flash your phone through Fastboot or Recovery, bypassing the Mi Account check, but this method requires technical skills and is not recommended for beginners.

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Method 5: Bypassing a lock through ADB (for advanced)

If the phone is locked on the Mi Account activation screen, but you have access to Fastboot or Recovery mode, you can try removing the anchor via ADB. This method does not work on all versions of MIUI, but often saves in desperate situations.

What will be required:

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📱 Phone with debugging enabled USB (if you have access to the settings).

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC in Fastboot mode.


2. Open the command line and type:




fastboot devices




(Serial phone number should be displayed)




3. execute the command to delete the account:




fastboot erase frp




4.Reset the phone:




fastboot reboot

If the fastboot erase frp command didn’t work, try an alternative method via ADB in Recovery mode:

adb shell


rm /data/system/gesture.key




rm /data/system/locksettings.db




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm

⚠️ Attention: These commands delete files responsible for locking the screen and Mi Account. Misuse may result in data loss or system failure.Be sure to back up important files before executing.

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The fastboot erase frp command only works on an unlocked Bootloader. If the bootloader is locked, first run method 4.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When trying to disable a Mi Account on Redmi 9, users often encounter typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

Another common mistake is to try to delete your account through Settings → Accounts → Mi Account → Delete without leaving your profile. In this case, the system may not sync the changes with Xiaomi servers, and the phone will remain tied. Always use method 1 (via Account Management → Security).

If you are buying Redmi 9 from hand, be sure to check:

• 🔍 No binding to Mi Account (ask the seller to make a reset with you).
• 📋 Bootloader Status (Blocked bootloader – Sign of a Clean Phone).
• 🔄 Recovery and Fastboot Login (if the seller refuses – it is suspicious).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions