How to disable the screen lock password on Xiaomi: all ways

The screen lock password on Xiaomi is a necessary security measure, but sometimes it becomes onerous. For example, when you are at home and want to quickly access the device, or if the pattern lock is too complex for everyday use. Fortunately, you can turn off the password on Xiaomi, Redmi or Poco smartphones in a few steps - the main thing is to know where to look for the right settings and what nuances to consider.

In this article, we will discuss three official password deletion methods (PIN, pattern lock, fingerprint), and what to do if you forget the combination and can not unlock the phone. All instructions are relevant for MIUI 14/15 and Android 13/14, but most methods work on older versions.

1. Standard disabling of password through settings

The easiest way is to delete the password through the settings menu, which is suitable if you remember the current combination and want to remove the lock completely.

1. Open “Settings” (the gear icon on the home screen or in the application menu).
2. Go to the Passwords and Security section (on some models – Screen Lock and Password).
3. Select Screen Lock → enter the current password/PIN/pattern lock for confirmation.
4. Click Delete Password (or No if the system suggests you choose a new type of lock).
5. Confirm the action - ready, the screen lock is disabled.

On some MIUI firmware, the path may be slightly different. For example, on a Poco F5 or Redmi Note 12, go to Settings → System → Additional → Screen Lock. If you don't find a partition, search by settings (the magnifier icon at the top of the screen).

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Important: If you use Mi Account and Find Device enabled, the system can request a password from your Xiaomi account for confirmation.This is an additional security measure that cannot be circumvented.

2. disable fingerprint or facial recognition

If you want to leave PIN-code or pattern lock, but remove biometric authorization (fingerprint or Face Unlock), do the following:

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → Passwords and security → Fingerprint (or Face Recognition).
• 👆 Enter the current lock password to confirm.
• ❌ Click Remove fingerprint (or Delete face data) and confirm action.
• 🔄 If you want to delete all saved prints, select Delete all.

After that, the biometrics will stop working, but the primary password (PIN or pattern lock) will remain active, a method that is useful if the fingerprint scanner has started to glittle or facial recognition is too slow.

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If the scanner stops working after you remove your fingerprint, restart your phone, and sometimes the biometrics module needs to be re-initiated.

On the Xiaomi 13 Pro and other flagships with an ultrasonic underscreen fingerprint scanner, a firmware update may be required if the sensor does not recognize touch after removing/addling fingerprints. Check for updates in Settings → About Phone → Update MIUI.

3.What to do if you forget the lock password

If you don't remember your password, but your phone is unlocked (like a fingerprint), you need to take a different approach, and if the device is completely locked, you'll have to reset it to the factory settings, which will cause you to lose data. But if you have access to the menu, try these methods:

Method 1: Reset password via Mi Account (Internet required)

• 🌐 Make sure your phone is connected to Wi-Fi or mobile network.
• 🔑 On the lock screen, click Forgot your password? (or Restore your password).
• 📧 Enter the login and password from your Mi Account (the same one used for synchronization).
• 🔄 Follow the instructions for resetting the lock password.

Method 2: Unlocking via Fastboot (for advanced users)

If Mi Account is not tied or you don't remember the data, you can use Fastboot mode, which requires a computer and knowledge of ADB commands.

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Warning: This method erases all data from the phone and can lock the bootloader if the device has not been officially unlocked through the Mi Unlock Tool.

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4.Why can't I turn off my password?

Sometimes the system doesn't allow you to remove the lock even if you enter the correct password.

• 🔒 Company/organization security policy: If the phone gave the job, it is possible that the administrator has set a mandatory lock via Android Enterprise or Mi Device Management.
• 📱 Outdated firmware: On MIUI 12 and below, there are sometimes bugs from the lock menu.
• 🔌 Active payment services: If you have Google Pay, Mi Pay or banking apps tied, they can block password disabling.
• 🔄 Recent Password Change: After the Change PIN-The system can temporarily block the deactivation of the code or pattern lock (usually for 24 hours).

If none of these are good, try rebooting your phone — sometimes it helps to reset the time limit, and check if Guest Session or Second Space is enabled (some Xiaomi models conflict with lock settings).

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If the phone requires a password from Mi Account when you disable lock, it means that the "Find Device" function has been activated before, and it can only be disabled via the i.mi.com web version.

5 How to return the password if you need to turn on the lock again

If you temporarily disabled your password but then decided to return it (for example, before you travel), do the following:

1. Go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Screen Lock.
2. Select the type of lock: PIN, Password or pattern lock.
3. Come up with a new combination (we recommend using at least 6 characters for a PIN or a complex pattern).
4. Confirm your password and configure additional settings (e.g., Show notifications on a locked screen).

MIUI 15 has an option to automatically unlock in safe places (such as at home or work) to activate:

1. Go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Smart Lock.
2. Add Trusted Places (based on geolocation) or Trusted Devices (such as smartwatches or headphones).

Tip: If you often forget passwords, use Mi Cloud to back up your pattern lock. Enable sync in Settings → Mi Account → Sync.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When you turn off your password, you often have typical problems, and here are the most common ones and how to solve them:

• ❌ Error: “It is impossible to disable password due to security policy" 🔹 Solution: Check if there are parental control apps installed (like Google Family Link) or enterprise apps MDM-Delete them to Settings → Annexes → Special access.
• ❌ After disabling the password, the fingerprint was lost 🔹 Solution: This is normal behavior -- biometrics are tied to the master password. To get the fingerprint back, first set a new one. PIN/pattern lock, then add the print again.
• ❌ Phone asks for old password after reset 🔹 Solution: If you reset your device via Recovery, but it requires a password from your previous account, it means Factory Reset Protection is enabled (FRP). To unlock, you need data from the Mi Account, which was tied before the reset.

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If the phone starts to brake after the password is turned off, clear the system cache: Settings → Memory → Cleanup → Cash. Sometimes residual security files conflict with the MIUI.

Another common mistake is to use simple combinations (e.g., 1234 or 0000) and the system can block this setting because of the low security level, in which case select a more complex password (e.g., 2468+ your year of birth).

7. Alternatives to completely disabling password

If you don’t want to completely remove the lock, but standard password entry is annoying, consider alternative options:

• 🔐 Reduce Autoblock Time: In Settings → Lock screen → Sleep: Never or 30 minutes. The phone will be locked less often.
• 👆 Add a few fingerprints: Register both index finger prints for convenience.
• 📱 Use a smartwatch: Connect Mi Band or Xiaomi Watch – they can unlock your phone without entering a password.
• 🏠 Set up Smart Lock: Add trusted devices (like home Wi-Fi) to unlock automatically.

The Xiaomi 14 and other new models have a Dynamic Lockscreen feature that lets you unlock your phone with a double tap across the screen (if enabled in your gesture settings), which is convenient but less secure than a full password.

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Disabling the lock password automatically deletes all stored data from payment systems (Google Pay, Mi Pay), and to use contactless payments again, you will have to add cards again.

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