How to untie your phone from Google account after resetting Xiaomi Redmi settings

Owners of Xiaomi and Redmi smartphones often face the unpleasant situation when, after a forced reset, the device requires you to enter the data of a Google account that was synchronized earlier. This is a standard anti-theft procedure known as FRP (Factory Reset Protection). Android security system blocks access to the basic functions of the gadget until the user confirms his identity by entering a login and password from the attached mailbox.

The situation becomes critical if you forget your password, don't remember your email address, or bought your phone with your hands, and the previous owner didn't untie the device, in which case the lock screen becomes an insurmountable barrier, but there are several proven ways to bypass this protection or delete your account correctly, regaining full control of your gadget.

In this article, we will discuss all possible solutions to the problem in detail, from standard browser access recovery to more complex technical manipulations. It is important to understand that modern versions of Android based on MIUI and HyperOS have a high level of protection, so the methods can vary depending on the version of the operating system and the model of your smartphone.

Why Google Account Requests After Resetting

The FRP protection mechanism was introduced by Google since Android 5.1 Lollipop. The main purpose of this feature is to make the stolen phone useless to the attacker. Even if the thief makes a complete reset through Recovery mode, the system will require authorization on the first boot in the account that was active on the device before the reset.

On Xiaomi Redmi smartphones, the situation is aggravated by the presence of dual protection: in addition to a Google account, you often need to log in to Mi Account. If you reset through the Recovery menu (pressing the volume and power buttons), but did not pre-delete accounts in the settings, locking is inevitable.

⚠️ Warning: If you try to unlock someone else's phone without the owner's consent, you are breaking the law.

Understanding FRP helps you choose the right method of bypassing. Older versions of Android had many vulnerabilities that made it easy to bypass the welcome screen. Modern security patches close those holes, requiring more complex solutions or having original login data. The Android version directly affects the complexity of the unlock procedure.

Standard way of decoupling through access restoration

The easiest and most legal way to fix this problem is to remember the login details. If you just forgot your password, don't take drastic measures. Go from your computer or another phone to Google and try to restore access to your account. Often users change their password but forget to update it on all devices, which leads to login conflict.

To restore access, follow the following steps:

• 📱 Go to accounts.google.com from any available device.
• 📧 Enter the email address that appears on the Xiaomi lock screen.
• 🔑 Click "Forgot your password?" and follow the instructions for resetting.
• ⏳ Wait 24 hours after changing your password before entering it on a dropped phone (Google security measure).

After successfully changing your password and 24 hours, connect your Redmi to Wi-Fi. Enter a new password. If the data is correct, the system will unblock the FRP and you will be taken to the desktop. This is the most stable method that does not require the use of third-party software.

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After successfully logging into your Google account, be sure to go to your account settings and remove your device from your trusted list if you plan to sell your phone.

Use of Recovery Mode and Mi Account

Xiaomi owners should remember that along with Google, Mi Account protection is active here. If the phone was tied to a Mi Account, resetting through Recovery will not remove this link. When downloading, the system will require you to enter a password from the Mi Account. If you do not remember this data, you can untie the phone only through the official Mi Cloud website, having access to the phone number or mail to which it is registered.

The process of removing the device through the site looks like this:

1. Visit i.mi.com from your computer.
2. Sign in under your Mi-account.
3. Go to the "Find Device" section.
4. Select the device from the list and click "Remove" or "Erase".

Once you remove the device from the cloud, you need to reboot your smartphone. In some cases, you need an Internet connection to get a command from the server. Mi Cloud is a powerful tool, but it is powerless if you do not remember the username and password from your Xiaomi account, in which case you only need to contact official support with a check for a purchase.

FRP bypass through availability settings (for Android 9-11)

On devices with Android version up to 11 inclusive, the feature-specific method often works, and the essence of the method is to run the browser or settings through the accessibility menu, bypassing the welcome screen, which does not require a computer, but requires a certain dexterity of fingers and accurate hitting of interface elements.

The algorithm of actions usually includes the following steps:

• 🔊 On the Wi-Fi select screen, click several times quickly to activate TalkBack (voice).
• 🖊 Draw an "L" or use a two-finger gesture to call the menu.
• ⚙️ In the menu that opens, find TalkBack’s settings and go to its settings.
• 🌐 Find the "Help and Review" or similar item to open the browser.

Once in the browser, you can download special APK-dumper FRP Or just log in to your phone's settings via voice input. 12 And the newer method is that it often doesn't work, because Google and the manufacturers patch these vulnerabilities. 13/14, This method will probably be useless.

⚠️ Attention: On new versions MIUI The availability menu can be hidden or require password confirmation, which makes this method unworkable without additional tricks.

Resetting FRP with a computer and ADB

A more advanced and reliable method is the use of USB debugging and the command line ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which allows you to send commands directly to the system, bypassing the graphical lock interface. However, for its use on most modern Xiaomi requires that the debugging mode is already on, which is impossible in the case of a locked phone.

You will need to work:

• 💻 Windows computer.
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (preferably).
• 🛠 Driver set ADB and Fastboot for Xiaomi.
• 📂 Specialized software (e.g. Mi Unlock Tool, FRP Bypass Tool).

The process often involves flashing certain partitions or exploits. You plug your phone into Fastboot mode (clamping volume down and power), plug it into your PC, and run an unlock script. ADB commands can force you to delete files that are responsible for checking your account, a risky method that requires careful attention.

Professional tools and service codes

There is a category of software designed for service centers, such as UnlockTool, Chimera or Mi Flash Pro. These programs are often paid and require an authorized service account. They allow you to deep-flash or delete FRP partitions at the bootloader level. For the average user, this path can be difficult due to the need to pay and find the current version of the software.

Some users also try to use service codes by entering them into the dialing field. However, on the Google lock screen, access to the caller is often limited. If you can open the dialer through workarounds, you can try codes like ##4636## to access the test menu, from where you can sometimes go to the settings. But on modern Redmi, these codes are often blocked by the manufacturer.

If the software doesn't work, there's still hardware. Some older Xiaomi models have been able to temporarily close contacts on the board (Test Point) to put the phone in EDL (Emergency Download Mode), which allows you to flash the device clean by removing all locks. However, on newer models, EDL mode is closed and requires authorization through the Mi-employee account.

Prevention and proper preparation for sale

To never run into an FRP problem, you need to properly prepare your device for sale or reset. Never do Hard Reset through buttons unless you untie your accounts in the settings menu. This ensures that the next boot, the phone doesn't ask for passwords. The correct procedure takes 2 minutes, but saves you from hours of dancing with a diamond.

Procedures before discharge:

• 🔓 Unlock the screen and enter Settings.
• 👤 Go to Accounts and Sync (or just Google/Mi Account).
• 🗑 Select an account and click Delete account / Sign out.
• 🔄 Only then do reset through Advanced Settings. → Reset.

If you reset through the settings menu, the system will automatically untie the device from the servers of Google and Xiaomi, in which case, after turning on, the phone will be clean as new, without password requests, this is the only guaranteed way to avoid FRP problems in the future.

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Correct logging out of the account before resetting completely eliminates the appearance of FRP blocking.