Forgot the password from Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite and can not unlock the phone? Or buy a used device with a tied account of the previous owner? In this article, 5 working ways to unlock, including bypassing the pattern lock, resetting via Fastboot and official methods from Xiaomi. All instructions are relevant for Mi 11 Lite 4G (NE) and Mi 11 Lite 5G models based on MIUI 12/13/14.
Important: the methods vary in complexity and consequences. For example, resetting through Recovery will delete all data, and unlocking through Find Device will save files. We will analyze each option with warnings about the risks and nuances for the Mi 11 Lite. If the phone is locked after a firmware or a system failure, here you will find a solution.
1 Unblocking through Mi Account (official method)
The safest method is if you remember the username and password from the Mi Account associated with the phone.
- 🔑 Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-code
- 📱 Phone asks for Mi Account password after reset
- 🔄 You need to unlock the device without losing data
Instructions:
- On the lock screen, click Forgot Password? (or Forgot Password?).
- Choose Unblock through your Mi Account.
- Enter your email/phone and password from your Xiaomi account.
- Confirm unlocking via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
⚠️ Note: If the phone was purchased by hand, the previous owner must unplug the account through account.xiaomi.com in the Devices section. → Delete it, otherwise it won't be possible to unlock it without his data.
2.Reset to factory settings via Recovery
This method removes all data from your phone, including photos, contacts and apps.
- 🔐 Don't remember the password from the Mi Account
- 📵 The phone does not respond to other ways to unlock
- 🔧 You need to return the device to the original settings
The following is a step-by-step guide for the Mi 11 Lite:
- Turn off the phone with a long press of Power + Volume Up.
- Hold the Power + Volume Up until the Mi logo appears (about 10 seconds).
- In the Recovery menu, select the language (volume buttons) and press Wipe Data.
- Confirm the reset by choosing Wipe All Data and wait until it is completed.
- Reboot your phone with Reboot → Reboot to System.
Get out. SIM-memory-card
Charge your phone at least 50%
Download the firmware for Mi 11 Lite (in case of an error)
Prepare a computer with ADB (if you need a Fastboot)
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⚠️ Note: On some versions MIUI After reset, you may need to enter a password from the Mi Account that was previously linked (FRP-If you don't know the previous owner's details, the phone will become a brick".
What to do if you ask for an old Mi Account after a reset?
3 Unlocking through Find Device (remote)
Xiaomi’s Find Device feature lets you unlock your phone through a web browser if:
- 🌐 Device connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile data)
- 📍 Find Device has been activated in the settings
- 🔑 You know the Mi Account details linked to the phone
Instructions:
- Go to i.mi.com and log in.
- Select the Mi 11 Lite locked from the device list.
- Click Unlock Device (or Unlock Device).
- Confirm the action via SMS or email.
✅ The advantage of this method is that the data on the phone will be saved, but it only works when the device has an active Internet connection.
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If the phone is discharged and not turning on, plug it into charging for 10-15 minutes before using Find Device. Sometimes, a 1% charge is enough to activate the feature.
4 Unlocking via Fastboot (for power users)
The method requires a computer and knowledge of teams ADB/Fastboot. Suitable for roundabouts FRP-lock (request for Mi Account after reset) or if other methods have failed. 11 Lite with Snapdragon processor 870/780G This method works stably but requires an unlocked bootloader.
What you need:
- 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux
- 🔌 Cable USB (original)
- 📦 Utilities. ADB and Fastboot (download from Android site)
- 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (if not, read section 5)
Instructions:
1. Turn off your phone and press Power + Volume Down to log in to Fastboot.
2 Connect the phone to the computer.
3. In the command line (on behalf of the administrator) perform:
fastboot oem edl
(If it doesn’t work, try fastboot oem unlock.)
For the complete reset of FRP:
fastboot erase frp
fastboot reboot⚠️ Warning: The wrong commands in Fastboot can permanently damage the firmware. If you're not sure, contact the service center. For the Mi 11 Lite 5G Snapdragon-powered 780G Use only verified commands.
5 Unlocking the bootloader (Bootloader)
If you plan to use Fastboot or install custom firmware, you first need to unlock the bootloader. For the Mi 11 Lite, the process takes 7 days of waiting (Xiaomi policy).
Step-by-step:
- Link your Mi Account to your phone in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to activate Developer Mode).
- Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable OEM Unlock.
- Connect your phone to your computer and do adb reboot bootloader fastboot oem unlock
- Confirm the unlock on the phone (volume buttons).
- Wait for an SMS from Xiaomi with confirmation (usually 7 days).
✅ After unlocking the boot loader, you can:
- 🔧 Install custom firmware (LineageOS, Pixel Experience)
- 🔓 Use Fastboot to Reset FRP
- 🛠️ Restore the phone after the "brick"
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Unlocking the bootloader will void Xiaomi’s warranty and reset all data. Use this method only if you are confident in your actions.
6. Contacting a service center: when nothing helps
If the self-unlocking attempts are unsuccessful, you can contact the official Xiaomi service or an authorized repair center.
- 🔒 The phone requires an account of the previous owner and it is impossible to contact him.
- 🔧 Firmware damaged after failed update
- 📱 The screen does not respond to touch (needed) EDL-regime)
What to bring with you:
| Document | Why do you need it? |
|---|---|
| Check of purchase | Proof of ownership (if the phone is warranty) |
| Passport | For the conclusion of a repair contract |
| Box and components | Verification of originality of the device |
| Mi Account details (if available) | Acceleration of the unlocking process |
⚠️ Note: Unofficial services may offer "circumvention" FRP" Official repairs from Xiaomi cost from 1,500 to 3,000 rubles (depending on the problem), but guarantees the device’s performance.
Comparison of Unlocking Methods
| Method | Are the data stored? | Difficulty | You need a PC? | Is it FRP? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Account | ✅ Yes. | ⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No. |
| Recovery | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No (may make it worse) |
| Find Device | ✅ Yes. | ⭐ | ❌ No. | ❌ No. |
| Fastboot | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | ✅ Yes. | ✅ Yes. |
| Service centre | ❓ Depends on the problem. | ⭐⭐ | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. |