How to untie a device from a Xiaomi account: 5 working ways (2026)

Unbinding Xiaomi device from Mi-account is a procedure that users face when selling a gadget, resetting settings or switching to a new profile. Despite the apparent simplicity, improper actions can lead to locking the device through the “Find Device” function or losing access to synchronized data. In this article, we will examine all the current ways of detachment, from standard settings to bypassing the lock when you lose access to your account.

The Xiaomi ecosystem is unique in that the Mi Account binding affects not only smartphones (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13), but also smartwatches (Mi Band 8), routers (Xiaomi Router AX6000), TVs (Mi TV Q2) and even electric vehicles (Mi Electric Scooter).

Important: if you plan to sell or transfer a gadget to another user, it is not enough to just log out of your account. You need to completely remove the link, otherwise the new owner may encounter a login / password request on the first turn on.

1. Standard uncoupling through device settings

The easiest way is to use Xiaomi's built-in options. It's suitable if you have access to the device and you remember the data from the Mi Account. The instruction is universal for smartphones on MIUI 12/13/14 and most smart gadgets.

Algorithm of action:

• 📱 Open the Settings menu → Accounts and synchronization (on some models – Passwords and security) → Mi Account).
• 🔑 Enter your profile password if the system requests confirmation.
• 🔄 Click on your account icon (at the top of the screen) and select Exit.
• 🗑️ After the exit, the option to Delete the account will appear - confirm the action.

Make a backup copy of the data (photos, contacts, notes)

Remember or reset your Mi Account password (if forgotten)

Disable the “Find Device” function in the security settings

Make sure the device is connected to the internet

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⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Redmi) 9A or POCO M4 Pro) after deleting the account, it may be necessary to restart. If, after detachment, the gadget requests a password when turned on, then the procedure has not ended. Repeat the steps or use alternative methods from the following sections.

For smartwatches (Mi Band, Xiaomi Watch S3) and fitness bracelets, the process is similar, but the path in the menu is different:

1. Press the touch button on the device to open the menu.
2. Go to Profile. → Account settings.
3. Select Untie the device and confirm via the Mi Fitness app on your smartphone.

2. Uncoupling via the Mi Account website (if the device is not available)

If your smartphone is lost, stolen, or physically damaged, but you have access to your Mi Account, you can remove the link remotely, which is also useful when you sell the device when you have already transferred it to a new owner but forgot to untie it.

Instructions:

1. Go to the official website: account.xiaomi.com (use your browser in incognito mode to avoid cache problems).
2. Sign in under your login and password.
3. In the Devices section (or Security → Manage devices) find the right gadget.
4. Click on the three dots next to the device and select Delete (or Unlink).
5. Confirm the action via SMS or email (depending on the account security settings).

⚠️ Note: After remote untie, all data on the device (if it was connected to the Internet) will be deleted via the Find Device function. If you sell a smartphone, warn the buyer about the need to reset to factory settings after the detachment.

3. Uncoupling through the Mi Cloud app (for smart devices)

Xiaomi smart gadgets (lamps, robot vacuum cleaners, cameras) are tied to your account through the Mi Home app. To untie them, you don’t need to have physical access to the device – a smartphone with installed software is enough.

Step-by-step:

• 📲 Open the Mi Home app and log in.
• 🏠 Go to the Profile tab → Settings → Shared access devices.
• 🔍 Find the right gadget in the list and tap it.
• 🔗 Select Remove (or Remove) and confirm.

For robot vacuum cleaners (Xiaomi Robot Vacuum) and cameras (Mi Home Security Camera) after uncoupling, you will need to reset to the factory settings through a physical button on the housing.

1. Press the Home and Power buttons for 5 seconds.
2. Wait for the sound signal and the indicator flash.
3. Connect your device again via Mi Home (already under your new account).

1. Update the application to the latest version.

2. Reconnect your smartphone to another Wi-Fi network (sometimes helps with synchronization errors).

3. Remove the device from the list in the web version of Mi Home (https://home.mi.com/).-->

4. Unlocking via Fastboot mode (for locked smartphones)

If the smartphone is locked due to a forgotten Mi Account password or after resetting the settings requires authorization, Fastboot mode will help.This method is suitable for devices on Qualcomm Snapdragon (most Redmi and POCO models) and requires a PC with drivers installed.

⚠️ Attention: Fastboot's wrong actions can permanently damage the firmware. If you're not sure about your skills, contact a service center. For devices with a Mediatek processor (e.g., Redmi). 10A) A different method will be required (Section 5).

Instructions for Qualcomm:

1. Turn off your smartphone. Press Volume down + Power before the Fastboot logo appears.
2. Connect the device to the PC via USB.
3. Download the Mi Flash Tool and unpack the archive.
4. In the command line (on behalf of the administrator) enter: fastboot oem clean_all Next: fastboot reboot
5. After the reboot, the device will be unconnected from the account, but all data will be deleted.

For devices with Mediatek (e.g. Redmi 9C, POCO C31), use the SP Flash Tool and the firmware with account verification disabled. Detailed guides are available on the 4PDA or XDA-Developers forums (see your gadget model).

Through the smartphone settings

Through the Mi Account website

Through the Mi Home app

Fastboot/SP Flash Tool

Never untied.

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5. bypassing the Mi Account lock (if the password is forgotten)

The situation when you forget the data from the Mi-account, but the device is blocked, requires radical measures. Xiaomi does not provide official ways to reset the password without access to the device. email/SMS, But there are workarounds.

Options for action:

• 📧 Password Recovery: Go to the recovery page and try to reset your password through your linked email or phone number. If access is lost, contact Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (checks, box).
• 🛠️ Dumping through EDL-Mode: For some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, POCO X3) There is a method of unlocking through EDL (Emergency Download Mode! will require an authorized Xiaomi account to unlock the bootloader.
• 💰 Official Unblocker: On the site en.miui.com/unlock You can request to unlock the bootloader (free, but requires waiting). 7–15 After that, you can flash the device through Fastboot.

⚠️ Note: Using unofficial services to unlock Mi Account (for example, paid “unlockers” with AliExpress) is fraught with permanent blocking IMEI Xiaomi can remotely lock the device if it detects suspicious activity.

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The only legal way to unlock a password is to support Xiaomi with proof of purchase. All other methods violate the user agreement and can lead to a loss of warranty.

6. Untied devices with Chinese firmware (CN ROM)

Chinese firmware (CN ROM) devices have additional limitations: they are tied to a Chinese Mi Account server and require a phone number of +86 to register. If you bought such a gadget (for example, Xiaomi 13 Ultra for the Chinese market), uncoupling with standard methods may not work.

Decision:

• 🌐 Change your account region: Register your global Mi Account (via email), then go to the device settings → Region and select Russia or Global, and then you can unplug your Chinese account.
• 🔄 Global version of the firmware: Download Global ROM For your model from the Miui Download site and scroll through Fastboot or Recovery.
• 📱 Use of bypass utilities: For some models (e.g. Redmi) K50) There are patches to disable account verification. Look for them on tagged forums. [No Verify].

⚠️ Note: Firmware of the Chinese version on the global may lead to loss of functionality (for example, will not work) NFC or 5G Check compatibility before the procedure 4PDA or XDA.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When uncoupling Xiaomi devices, users often face typical problems, and let's look at the most common and ways to solve them.

Another common problem is re-blocking after detachment, which happens if:

• 🔄 You have not removed your device from the trusted list in your Mi Account.
• 📶 Gadget connected to the Internet before resetting settings (activated function Find Device).
• 🔑 The device has cache data from the old account (you need to clean through Recovery).

1. detachment from Mi Account (section 1 or 2).

2. Reset to factory settings via Settings → About Phone → Reset settings.

3. Format internal memory (Option Clear Everything).

4. Checking through Fastboot: Enter the command fastboot getvar all – if there is a line in the output mi_account=0, device successfully untied.-->

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