How to completely untie the Mi Account from the smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 4X: all working methods

Xiaomi Redmi 4X remains a popular budget smartphone even years after its release, but many users are faced with the problem of a tied Mi Account. Whether you sell the device, transfer it to another person or just want to change your profile, the unbundling procedure can turn into a headache, especially if you forget your password and two-factor authentication is enabled.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to delete an account from Redmi 4X – from standard disconnection in settings to complex methods through ADB and official Xiaomi services. Each method is illustrated with screenshots (where possible), equipped with risk warnings and suitable for different scenarios: with access to the phone, without it, with a locked screen, etc. Also, you will learn how to avoid locking the device through the Mi Cloud after reset – this is a critical problem for models on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 435 processor, which includes the Redmi 4X.

Why can’t you just delete your account through your settings?

At first glance, the Mi Account's detachment looks trivial: I went to settings, clicked "Off" and it's done. But in practice, Redmi 4X users face a number of limitations:

• 🔒 Hardware binding ID. Even after logging out via the menu, the device remains tied to the Mi Cloud at the firmware level, which means that after a Hard Reset, the phone will require you to enter the previous owner’s data.
• 📱 Blocking after reset. MIUI 9, Xiaomi has implemented Factory Reset Protection (FRP), Google-like FRP. If you do not untie the account before the reset, the phone will turn into a “brick” with the requirement of a login.
• 🔄 Firmware restrictions. 4X Global (Global) and Chinese (China) versions MIUI For example, in Chinese firmware there is no item "Delete account" in the menu.

Another trap is data synchronization, where if your Mi Account is enabled to sync your contacts, notes, or photos, removing them from your device does not mean removing them from the cloud.

⚠️ Note: If you are planning to sell Redmi 4X, It is not enough to just log out of your account. The new owner will not be able to activate the phone without your data. Be sure to use the full detachment method (described in section 3).

Method 1: Standard account deletion via settings (if you know the password)

The easiest and safest method is if you have access to your phone and remember the password from your Mi Account, which is suitable for MIUI 8-14.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts → Mi-account.
2. Put it on your profile (email or phone number).
3. Select Account Management → Delete the account.
4. Enter the password and confirm the deletion.
5. Reboot the phone.

After that, the device will be completely unconnected from the profile, and you can link a new account or sell a smartphone without the risk of blocking.

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⚠️ Note: Some firmware (China Stable) may not have the Delete Account option. In this case, use Method 2 (via the "Delete Account" option). ADB).

Method 2: Delete your account via ADB (without root, but with debugging)

If the standard method doesn’t work (for example, there is no deletion point), but you have USB debugging enabled, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which does not require root rights, but you need access to your computer.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Turn on USB Debugging.

Redmi 4X

ADB Tools

Win + R → cmd

ADB

cd C:\platform-tools

adb devices

(Your device should appear)

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.account

Reboot the phone.

Once executed, the account will be deleted, but the data in the Mi Cloud will be saved. This method bypasses the firmware restrictions, but does not reset the hardware binding to the Mi Cloud. To fully untie, additionally perform Method 4 (reset via Fastboot).

1. Reconnect. USB-cable (use the port) USB 2.0 on PC).

2. Install Xiaomi drivers manually via Mi PC Suite.

3. Include in the developer settings the Debugging item USB (security parameters) and Unlocking OEM (if).-->

Method 3: Reset via Mi Unlock Tool (official method for locked phones)

If you don't remember your Mi Account password or your phone is locked after you reset, the only legal way to unlock it is to use the official Mi Unlock Tool, but there are some limitations to this method:

• ⏳ Wait 72-360 hours. After linking a new account to a device, Xiaomi blocks unlocking for 3-15 days.
• 📱 Required. SIM-At the activation stage, the phone must have access to the mobile network (Wi-Fi is not suitable).
• 🔗 Link to a new account. Once unlocked, the device will automatically link to the account from which the unlock was performed.

Instructions:

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool (Windows only).
2. Register a new Mi Account (don’t use the old one!).
3. Log in to this account on blocked Redmi 4X via mobile data (insert) SIM-map).
4. Connect your phone to your PC in Fastboot mode (turn off the device, then press Volume Down + Power).
5. Launch the Mi Unlock Tool, log in to the same account and follow the hints.

⚠️ Note: If the Mi Unlock Tool shows a "Couldn't unlock" or "Device is not supported" error, it means that: You are using an unofficial firmware (you need to flash Global Stable). Previous owner did not delete the account via Mi Cloud (required his participation).

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Method 4: Complete Fastboot reset (for power users)

If the phone is locked and the Mi Unlock Tool doesn't work, the radical method is a clean Fastboot reset, which deletes all data, including hardware binding to the Mi Cloud, but requires the ability to work with the command line.

Important: the method only works on an unlocked bootloader. If the bootloader is locked, use the Mi Unlock Tool (Method 3) first.

Instructions:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi 4X (select the Global Stable version).
2. Unpack the firmware in the folder and find the file flash_all.bat (Windows).
3. Turn off the phone and turn to Fastboot (Loudness down + Power).
4. Connect to the PC and launch it. flash_all.bat.
5. Wait until the phone is finished (the phone will reboot automatically).

After the procedure, the device will be as new as it is, without being tied to the Mi Cloud, but there are risks:

• 🔧 Loss of warranty: Unofficial firmware manipulations void Xiaomi warranty.
• 📉 Data loss: All files, including photos and apps, will be deleted.
• 🔄 Possible "brick": If you interrupt the process or use the wrong firmware, the phone may stop turning on.

Method 5: Calling for Xiaomi Support (If Nothing Works)

If all previous methods have failed, the official path remains to appeal to Xiaomi, which is true in cases where:

• 🔐 You forgot your password and you are not tied to your phone. email/repair-room.
• 📦 The device was purchased from hand and the previous owner did not untie the account.
• 🚫 Mi Unlock Tool shows error: Device is locked by Mi Cloud».

How to proceed:

1. Prepare proof of ownership: Check or purchase invoice (if the phone is new). Photo of the box with the serial number (should match Settings → About phone → Serial number), document confirming the purchase by hand (contract, receipt).

Supporting Mi Account

• Select the Unlock Device category.
• Please specify the IMEI of the phone (can be found on the box or via *#06#).
• Attach the scans of the documents.
• Expect a response (usually 3-7 days) and if you decide yes, you will be given an unblocking instruction.

Important: Xiaomi may refuse if:

• The phone is listed in the database of stolen devices.
• Documents are suspicious (for example, the serial number does not match).
• The previous owner did not confirm the transfer of the device.

1. whether the Mi Account is untied (ask the seller to make a reset with you).

2. Is there no lock through Mi Cloud (go to Settings → Mi-account).

3. Does the IMEI match on the box and on the phone (*#06#)

This will save you from unlocking problems in the future.-->

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When detaching an account on Redmi 4X, users often make critical errors that lead to the locking of the device.

Another common problem is the mismatch between the firmware and the account, for example, if the Redmi 4X has Chinese ROM installed and you try to unlock it through your European Mi Account, the Mi Unlock Tool will give you an error.

1. Sweep the Global Stable ROM through Fastboot.
2. Create an account in the same region as the firmware (for example, China ROM requires a Chinese phone number).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions