How to disable your password on Xiaomi Redmi: 5 proven ways (including forgotten code)

Forgot your Xiaomi Redmi password or just want to make it easier to access your phone?Switching off protection is a procedure that requires care, especially if it is a forgotten pattern lock or a lost pattern lock. PIN-In this article, we'll look at all the ways we can do this, from standard shutdown through settings to radical methods like reset to factory settings.

It's important to understand that Xiaomi uses several types of locking: a classic password, a PIN, a pattern lock, and even a fingerprint/face, each of which is disabled in its own way. For example, biometric data (fingerprint, Face ID) is tied to the main password — it can not be deleted separately. And if you forget the main code, you can not do without Mi Account or reset.

This article is relevant for all Redmi models (including Redmi Note 12/13, Redmi 10/11, Redmi A2, etc.), as well as for devices running MIUI 12/13/14. If your smartphone runs on HyperOS (the new firmware from Xiaomi), the instructions remain the same, but the paths in the menu may differ slightly.

1. Disable password through settings (if you remember it)

The easiest way is when you know your current password and you want to remove it, and it works for all types of locks, like a PIN, a pattern lock, or a text password.

1. Unlock the phone by entering the current password/PIN/key.
2. Go to Settings. → Passwords and security.
3. Select the option Lock screen (in some versions of MIUI - Lock screen).
4. Enter the current password again to confirm.
5. Select the No (or Disable) option and confirm the action.

If you have biometrics enabled (fingerprint or facial recognition), you can turn it off in this menu, but remember that biometrics are automatically deleted when you change your primary password, and you'll have to reconfigure them if you decide to return protection later.

I know the current password/PIN/key|

Sync with Mi Account enabled (in case of problems) |

Backup of important data created |

Battery charge > 30% (to avoid failures)

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On some Redmi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro), after disabling the password, the system may ask to reset it after 24 hours.

1. Go to Settings → Special Options → Notifications and Status bar.
2. Turn off the option of screen lock reminder.

2. Delete password through Mi Account (if you forgot the code)

If you forget your password, but your phone is linked to your Mi Account, you can reset the lock via Xiaomi’s website.

• 📱 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔄 The device is synchronized with Mi Account.
• 🔐 Remember the username and password from Xiaomi account.

Instructions:

1. On the locked screen, click Forgot Password? (or Forgot Password).
2. Choose the recovery method through Mi Account.
3. Enter the email or phone number associated with the account.
4. Confirm the login via SMS or email (depending on your settings).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to reset the lock password.

If the option Forgot the password? is not displayed, it means:

• 🚫 The device is disabled synchronization with Mi Account.
• 🌐 No Internet connection.
• 🔒 The phone was bought from hands and tied to someone else’s account (you will need to unlock through the previous owner).

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If you often forget passwords, enable two-factor authentication (2FA) in Mi Account, which will make it harder to hack your account, but adds an additional step when you restore access.

⚠️ Note: If the phone was purchased from hand and tied to someone else's Mi Account, you can only unlock it through the previous owner or the official Xiaomi service").

3. Reset to factory settings (radical method)

If you don't remember your password and can't restore access through Mi Account, you'll only have to hard reset, which will remove all your phone data, including photos, contacts and apps, and only use it as a last resort!

There are two ways to discharge:

• 🔧 Recovery Mode (without computer).
• 💻 via Fastboot (using PC).

Method 1: Resetting through Recovery Mode

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Volume Up + Power buttons at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (use volume buttons for navigation and power button for confirmation).
4. Confirm the reset by selecting Wipe All Data.
5. Once completed, select Reboot to reboot.

Method 2: Reset via Fastboot (for power users)

This method requires a computer with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and an unlocked bootloader. If you are not sure about your actions, you should contact the service center.

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⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 9 Pro) may require re-authorization to Mi Account after reset via Fastboot. If the phone was linked to an account and you don’t remember the data, the device will remain locked!

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Hard reset (forgot everything)|

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4. disabling password through ADB (for advanced users)

If you have USB debugging enabled and you have access to your computer, you can delete your password through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which only works if:

• 🔌 The phone's on debugging. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers).
• 💻 Drivers are installed on the PC ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔓 The phone is unlocked (you can connect to it through it). USB).

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type:

adb shell


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rm /data/system/gesture.key




rm /data/system/password.key




rm /data/system/locksettings.db




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm




reboot

After the reboot, the password will be reset, but on newer versions of MIUI (13+), this method may not work due to enhanced security.

5. Features of disabling the password on different models of Redmi

Despite the general logic of MIUI, some Redmi models have nuances when turning off passwords, and the table below shows the key differences:

On the Redmi Note 10 Pro and later, when reset via Recovery, you may be asked to enter a password from Mi Account, even if you do not remember it.

• 📵 Turn off the internet before resetting (take it out) SIM-map and turn off Wi-Fi).
• 🔧 Use the official Mi Unlock Tool to unlock the bootloader (requires a wait of 7-15 days).

6. What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, there are two options:

1. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center.
2. Use informal tools (e.g. Mi Flash Tool with firmware via EDL).

Service center is the most reliable way, especially if the phone is tied to someone else's Mi Account. In Russia, official centers Xiaomi is in most major cities, the cost of unlocking from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles, depending on the model.

Informal methods (e.g. firmware via EDL) require expertise and can lead to:

• 🚨 Loss of warranty.
• 🔥 Damage to the firmware ("brick" of the phone).
• 🛡️ Blocking your Mi Account for suspicious activity.

If you still decide to go for a firmware, follow the instructions from the trusted forums (for example, 4PDA or XDA Developers) and use only official firmware from the Xiaomi website:

https://new.c.mi.com/global/miuidownload/index

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If the phone is blocked due to someone else’s Mi Account, the only legal way to unlock is to contact the previous owner or provide a purchase document (check, contract) to the service center.

7.How to avoid password problems in the future

To avoid getting blocked again, follow these tips:

• 🔑 Use a password manager (such as Google Password Manager or KeePass) to store codes.
• 📱 Link the phone to Mi Account and enable synchronization.
• 🔄 Regularly back up through Settings → System and device → Backup.
• 📝 Write it down. PIN-code or pattern lock on paper and store it in a safe place.

If you often forget passwords, consider alternative ways to unlock:

• 👆 Fingerprint – Fast and reliable.
• 👤 Facial recognition (but less secure than fingerprint).
• 📍 Smart Lock (automatic unlocking in trusted locations, such as at home).

Setting up Smart Lock:

1. Go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Smart Lock.
2. Select Trusted Places and add a home or work address.
3. Activate Unlock when you connect to a trusted device (such as a Mi Band smartwatch).

FAQ: Frequent questions about turning off the password on Xiaomi Redmi