Xiaomi’s modern smartphones offer a variety of ways to protect personal data, from simple graphic keys to complex biometrics. However, there are times when constant requests to unlock become annoying, or the user simply forgets the set combination. The question of how to undo the password on Xiaomi’s phone becomes especially relevant for those who want to simplify access to the device or regain control over it.
The procedure for removing protection depends on whether you remember the current access code or if access to the system is completely lost. In the first case, you just need to go through a few steps in the settings menu, in the second case, you need more radical measures, including a complete data reset. It is important to understand that data security is a priority for the company, so you can not just bypass the protection without consequences.
In this guide, we will discuss all legal methods of deactivating screen protection in detail, we will look at the standard settings of the MIUI interface and the new HyperOS shell, and also discuss resetting issues. Remember that any actions with system settings require care to avoid losing important information.
Preparation for removing the screen lock
Before you start changing security settings, make sure the device is ready for the procedure. If you plan to simply turn off the code request when unlocking, make sure that the battery is at least 30%.
It's also critical to know if your Mi Account or Google account is linked to your device. Android's security system has a theft protection mechanism that can request a password from your account after resetting. If you don't remember the account data, it's going to be extremely difficult to restore access.
Back up your important data. Even if you just change the type of lock, having a fresh copy of your contacts and photos is never a bad thing, and storing data in the cloud or on an external medium is the gold standard before any manipulation of the system.
☑️ Check before disconnecting the protection
How to remove password through standard settings
The easiest and safest way to undo your password on your phone is to use the built-in settings menu, which is only suitable if you remember the current code, the pattern lock, or have access to biometric data. Go to the main menu and select Settings.
Next, you need to find the security item. It can be called differently in different versions of the firmware, but usually the path is: Passwords and security → Device protection or Screen lock. The system will ask you to verify your identity by entering your current password or fingerprint.
Once you have successfully logged in, you will see a list of available locking methods. Choose No or Disable. The system will alert you that all stored fingerprints and facial recognition data will also be deleted. This is a necessary measure, as biometrics are often tied to the primary protection method.
- 🔒 Click on the current lock type (Pin code, pattern lock) to log into the control menu.
- 🗑️ Select the option “Disable” or “Delete password” in the window that opens.
- ✅ Confirm the action by re-entering the current access code.
- ⚠️ Agree with the warning about the reduced level of security of the device.
If you use Smart Unlock through connected Mi Wear or Mi Band devices, disabling the primary password can automatically deactivate these features, and make sure you don’t really need any additional protection, especially if the phone is used by children.
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If the "Screen Lock" option is inactive (gray), it is possible that the device administrator rights are obtained by a third-party application. Check the list of applications with administrator rights in the security settings and disable the unnecessary ones.
Changing the type of lock to a simpler one
Often, users don't need to remove the security completely, but simply replace a complex password with a more convenient one, for example, instead of putting six digits, you can use a short PIN or face unlock, which allows you to maintain a basic level of security, but speeds up access to the system.
To change the security type, go to Settings → Passwords & Security → Screen Lock. Enter your current password. From the list of available methods, select Face Unlock or Fingerprint Unlock. The system will suggest setting up a new method, after which the old one will be replaced or become an additional one.
⚠️ Attention: Face unlock on Xiaomi budget models uses algorithms 2D-analysis that is less reliable than 3D-It is not recommended to use this method to protect banking applications or critical data.
The MIUI interface allows you to combine security techniques, so you can leave a complex pattern lock to the main one and use your fingerprint for quick access, but if you decide to remove all methods, the system will go back to the standard swipe to unlock.
Resetting password through Recovery Mode
The situation of the user forgetting the password is the most common. Unfortunately, modern versions of Android and HyperOS do not allow you to simply reset the forgotten code without losing data. The only working method is to completely reset the device to the factory settings (Hard Reset).
To enter recovery mode, turn off the smartphone completely. Then press the button combination: usually it's Volume Up and Power. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power button, continuing to keep the volume. You will be taken to the Recovery menu.
This menu is controlled by volume buttons (up/down) and power button (select). You need to find Wipe Data and select Wipe All Data. Confirm the action by selecting Confirm. The process will take a few minutes, after which the phone will reboot as new.
| Action. | Control button | The result |
|---|---|---|
| Moving on the menu | Volume Up/Down | Selection of the right item |
| Confirmation of choice | Power (Power) | Entering the submenus or starting a function |
| Data resetting | Wipe All Data | Completely delete all files and passwords |
| Reboot. | Reboot | Starting the system after reset |
Once you reboot, it will ask you to enter a Google or Mi Account that was synced to the device earlier, which is FRP, and if you don't remember the password, you can't legally unlock the phone.
What if Recovery does not start?
Delete passwords through Find My Device
If the phone has the internet enabled and the device search function is activated, you can try to delete the password remotely. This method will also result in a complete data reset, but it is convenient to use if the buttons on the smartphone do not work. You will need a computer or another phone.
Go to the official website google.com/android/find and log in to your Google account. Select the device from the list on the left. Select the option Erase Device from the action menu. Once you receive the command, the smartphone will reset to factory settings.
A similar feature is available in Xiaomi Cloud. Go to i.mi.com, log in to Mi Account, and select Delete Data, which will remove the lock password, but require you to enter your account password when you first set up your phone.
- 🌐 The method works only when the smartphone is actively connected to the network (Wi-Fi or mobile data).
- 📍 Device geolocation should be enabled in security settings.
- 🔐 All data will be irretrievably deleted, it will be impossible to restore them without a backup.
Using third-party software to unblock without losing data (so-called “breakers”) is 99% fraud or requires USB debugging enabled, which is disabled by default on new phones.
⚠️ Note: Programs that promise to “hack” Xiaomi without losing data often contain viruses.The only guaranteed way to remove a forgotten password is a full reset (Wipe Data), which deletes all information.
Security features in MIUI 14 and HyperOS
Xiaomi’s new shells are focusing on data protection, with MIUI 14 and HyperOS adding additional checks when trying to change critical security settings, and now requiring password re-entry not only when logging in to menus, but also when trying to disable biometrics.
Also worth noting is the “Theft Protection” feature, which is that if a phone is stolen and an attacker tries to reset it through Recovery, the device will request a password from the Mi Account when it is first activated, and it is almost impossible to get around this protection without the owner’s data even with a flashing, since the lock is tied to a unique device ID.
The privacy settings have a “Hide Notification Content” option, which also depends on the type of screen lock, so if you unplug the password, all notifications from messengers will be visible on the locked screen, which reduces privacy.
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Disabling passwords on modern versions of MIUI/HyperOS is only possible if you know the current access code, and resetting a forgotten password always leads to data loss due to disk encryption.
Users are encouraged to use password managers to store complex combinations to avoid access issues in the future.Write backup recovery codes to a secure location.