How to completely untie Mi Account from Xiaomi Redmi 9: 5 working ways

Why you can’t just delete your Mi Account from Redmi 9 and what to do

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 9 often face a problem: when trying to sell or reset the phone, the system requires data input from the associated Mi Account. Even after leaving the profile in the settings, the device remains “tied” to the account, and when reset to factory settings, Mi Account Lock appears. This is not a bug, but a feature of protection against theft, which Xiaomi introduced in 2016.

The main difficulty is untidying your account without password or access to mail. If you forgot the login details, bought the phone “hands-on” and the previous owner did not untie the profile, or the device is locked after reset, standard methods will not work. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways of detachment, including official and bypass paths, taking into account the features of Redmi 9 (models M2003J15SC, M2003J15SS, etc.).

⚠️ Importantly, if the phone is stolen, the methods of bypassing the lock may be illegal, and we only consider legal scenarios - regaining access to your account or unlocking a device that is officially purchased.

Method 1: Untie Mi Account through phone settings (if you know the password)

The easiest and safest method is to delete your account directly from the Redmi 9 menu, which is suitable if you remember your login/password or have access to your linked mail/phone for recovery.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Accounts and synchronization → Mi Account.
• 🔑 Enter your account password (if you request it).
• ⚙️ Slip on the cog icon in the upper right corner → Delete the account.
• ✅ Confirm the action by entering the password again.

After that, the device will be completely unprofiled. On Redmi 9 with MIUI 12 and later, after deleting the account, the Find Device function automatically turns off, which is important for selling the phone.

Contact and note syncs disabled | Data backup created | Device not in Lost mode (check i.mi.com) | Account password saved in a secure location-->

⚠️ Note: if after deleting your account you immediately reset settings (Settings) → The phone. → Reset settings, the phone can request Mi Account details again. To avoid this, wait 24 hours or immediately link a new profile.

Method 2: Unbinding through Xiaomi website (if phone is lost or unavailable)

If Redmi 9 is lost, broken, or you can’t log in, but remember your account details, use remote management via Xiaomi’s official website:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your Redmi 9 (by model or IMEI).
3. Click Remove the device → confirm the action.

This method will only work if:

• 🌐 The phone is connected to the Internet (mobile data or Wi-Fi).
• 🔄 Find Device has been activated in the settings.
• ⏳ No more than 30 days have passed since the last synchronization.

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If the phone is off or off, try turning it on through SMS-Send a message to your phone number with the text #find# - the device should turn on and connect to the Internet.

⚠️ Note: After deleting your account from Xiaomi’s website, it may take up to 72 hours for the changes to take effect!

Method 3: Bypassing the Mi Account lock after reset (if you forgot the password)

If you reset the Redmi 9 to factory settings and now the phone requires Mi Account details that you don't remember, there's no official way to unlock.

Option A: Restoring access to the account

Try to restore your password through:

• 📧 Linked mail (click Forgot password? on the lock screen).
• 📞 Phone number (if confirmed in your account).
• 🆔 Documents (passport or ID if the account is linked to a Chinese number).

Option B: Appeal for Xiaomi

If the phone is officially purchased (there is a check or warranty card), contact Xiaomi Support with proof of purchase. They can unlock the lock within 3-4 days.

• 📞 Phone: +7 (495) 644-05-50 (for Russia).
• 📧 Email: support.ru@xiaomi.com.
• 🌍 Online chat: mi.com/support.

Option C: Use of EDL mode (for advanced users)

If other methods didn't work, you can flash your phone through EDL (Emergency Download Mode) mode, and it only works if:

• 🔧 You have an auth file for your model (open access for Redmi 9).
• 💻 There are PCs with Qualcomm drivers and Mi Flash Tool program installed.
• ⚠️ You understand the risks (there may be a complete loss of data or a “filling” of the phone).

Step-by-step:

1. Download firmware for Redmi 9 (for example, official or custom Fastboot-ROM).
2. Turn off the phone, press Volume up + Volume down + Power to log in to Fastboot.
3. Connect to your PC, launch the Mi Flash Tool and select the downloaded firmware.
4. Press Refresh, then Flash (select Clean all option).

⚠️ Attention: firmware through EDL deletes all data, including IMEI and MAC-Addresses may need to be restored after the procedure. IMEI via the engineering menu (#4636##).

Through phone settings|Through the Xiaomi website|Appeal of support|Firmware through EDL|Another option-->

Method 4: Unlocking Mi Accounts with PC (Mi Unlock Tool)

Xiaomi’s official tool, the Mi Unlock Tool, allows you to unlock the bootloader and remove the account binding, but it does not work on all devices and requires preparation:

Requirements:

• 🖥️ Windows PC 7/10/11 (64-bit).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (do not damage the port!).
• 📱 Accounts linked to a phone should not be blocked for suspicious activity.
• ⏳ More than 72 hours have passed since the last account was linked (Xiaomi’s new device rule).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool and install it.
2. Turn on Redmi 9 Developer Mode (7 times tap the MIUI version in Settings → About Phone).
3. Activate USB Debugging and OEM Unblocking in Settings → Additional → For Developers.
4. Connect your phone to your PC, launch the Mi Unlock Tool, and log in under the same account that you are attached to your device.
5. Follow the instructions of the program (it may take several attempts).

⚠️ Warning: Once the bootloader is unlocked, the phone may lose its official warranty. L1 for Netflix HD) They may not work properly.

Method 5: Alternative methods (at your own risk)

If the official methods have not worked, you can find "gray" methods on the Internet to bypass the blocking of Mi accounts, we do not recommend using them, but for completeness of information, we will list:

• 🛠️ Firmware through TWRP: Install custom recavator and delete account files manually (/data/system/mi_account.xml). Risk: Data loss, data partition damage.
• 🔗 Use of paid services: some sites offer remote unlocking IMEI (cost ~1000–3000 ₽). Risk: Fraud or re-blocking.
• 📱 Replacement of motherboard: if the phone is expensive, you can replace the fee with a new one (without linking to the account). ₽).

⚠️ Attention: methods used MTK Bypass or Deep Flash Cable for Redmi 9 (on Helio processor) G80) Be careful with 100% unlock offers - many of them are scams.

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The only legal way to get around locking a Mi Account without a password is to contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase. All other methods are either temporary or carry risks to the device.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you untie your Mi Account, Redmi 9 users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ways to solve them:

• 🔄 «Device not found" on i.mi.com: check if sync is enabled in your account settings and if your phone is connected to the Internet.
• ⏳ «Wait 72 Hours" in Mi Unlock Tool: Xiaomi's restriction on new accounts.
• 🔑 «Wrong Password When Deleting an Account: Try Resetting Your Password through the Recovery Page.
• 📵 Phone doesn't turn on after reset: it's possible the firmware is damaged. Try flashing through Fastboot.

Also, please note the MIUI version:

• 📱 Nana MIUI Global (international firmware) lock is less likely than on MIUI China.
• 🔄 If the phone is purchased in China, you may need to be tied to a Chinese number to unlock it.

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