How to open Xiaomi Redmi 9A if you forget your password or pattern lock

Introduction

Forgot the password from Xiaomi Redmi 9A or accidentally blocked the phone after repeated failed attempts to enter? This situation is familiar to many users — according to statistics, one in five smartphone owners at least once faced with a lock problem. Fortunately, you can unlock the Redmi 9A in several ways, even if you do not remember the data from the Mi Account.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven methods, from the simplest reset via Recovery to advanced solutions using ADB and Fastboot. Importantly, some methods lead to complete loss of data (photos, contacts, messages), so first try methods that store information. If the phone is blocked due to a Mi Account account, additional actions will be required, we will talk about this too.

Let's start with the step-by-step instructions, and choose the right way depending on your situation:

1 Unblocking through Mi Account (if tied)

If your Redmi 9A is tied to your Mi Account and you remember your login and password, this is the fastest way to unlock it, and it works even when the screen is locked if you have previously enabled sync.

How to do this:

• 📱 On the lock screen, click Forgot your password? (or similar button).
• 🔑 Enter. email/phone linked to Mi Account and password.
• 📧 Confirm the entrance through SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
• 🔓 After successful login, the phone is unlocked automatically.

⚠️ Note: If you don’t remember your account details, don’t try to guess the password – after 5 failed attempts, Xiaomi will block the login for 24 hours.

2. Recovery Mode reset (data loss)

If you lose access to Mi Account and you need to unlock your phone urgently, hard resetting via Recovery will help, which removes all data from the device, including passwords, photos and apps. Use it only as a last resort!

Instructions for Redmi 9A:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds).
2. Press Volume Up + Power at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons – you will be taken to the Recovery menu (management is carried out by the volume and power buttons).
4. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (or Factory Reset)
5. Confirm the action by selecting Confirm.
6. After reset, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

The phone will reboot and suggest that you configure it as new, and it's important that if you previously tied your Mi Account, you may need to enter your account information after the reset.

Turn off the phone completely.

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Wait for the Recovery menu (do not release buttons before the time)

Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data

Confirm the reset and reset-->

3. Unlock via Fastboot (for power users)

The Fastboot method is suitable if the standard reset doesn’t work or the phone doesn’t boot.You’ll need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the Mi Flash Tool program.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi 9A (select the Fastboot version).
2. Unpack the archive in a folder on your computer.
3. Turn off the phone and put it in Fastboot mode: Press Volume Down + Power for 10 seconds.
4. Get Redmi on board. 9A PC-only USB-cable.
5. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and point the path to the unpacked firmware.
6. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.

It takes 5-10 minutes. Once complete, the phone will restart in its clean state. Warning: this method deletes all data, including the Mi Account binding, but may not work if the bootloader is locked.

4. Unlocking through ADB (Save Data)

If the phone has USB debugging enabled and it was previously connected to the computer, you can try to delete the file with the password via ADB. This method saves data, but only works if two conditions are met:

• 🔧 Debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to activate the developer mode → debug).
• 💻 The phone previously connected to this PC (there is a confirmed connection).

Instructions:

adb shell


su




rm /data/system/gesture.key # for pattern lock




rm /data/system/password.key # for PIN/password




rm /data/system/locksettings.db




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal




rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm




reboot

After the reboot, the lock will be reset. If the commands do not work, try an alternative method:

adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.ChooseLockGeneric

This command will open a password change menu where you can set a new one.

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If ADB gives a "device unauthorized" error, it means the phone doesn't trust that computer. Try connecting to another PC that previously confirmed the connection.

5. bypassing the Mi Account lock (if the phone requires an account after the reset)

Once reset via Recovery or Fastboot, Redmi 9A can request the Mi Account data that was previously tied, which is Factory Reset Protection (FRP) protection. It's not officially circumventable, but there are several legal ways:

⚠️ Note: Use of informal methods to bypass Mi Account (e.g., through SP Flash Tool or modified firmware can lead to complete blocking IMEI Xiaomi is actively fighting against these methods, so the risks are high.

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The only 100% legal way to unlock Mi Account is to restore access to the linked email/phone or to seek proof of ownership support.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you unlock Redmi 9A, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

• 🔋 Phone doesn't turn on after reset: Try charging it for 30 to 60 minutes, then hold on to Power + Volume up 20-30 seconds.
• 🔌 The computer can't see the phone. Fastboot/ADB: Install Mi drivers USB Driver and try another cable (preferably original).
• 📱 After the firmware no network: most likely damaged IMEI. You can restore it through the engineering menu (#4636##) or the program. SN Write Tool (requires unlocked bootloader).
• 🔒 Mi Account does not accept password: Check the keyboard layout (English/Russian) and the character register. If it does not help, restore access via account.xiaomi.com.

Another common mistake is using unofficial firmware, which may contain viruses or incompatible modules that will stop the phone from loading. Always download firmware only from the official Xiaomi website.

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