How to completely untie Xiaomi from the Mi Account: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi devices are a standard security measure that protects your data from unauthorized access. However, sometimes users need to untie your smartphone, tablet or other device from your profile: when you sell a gadget, change your owner or forget your password. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to remove the link, including official and alternative methods, and also explain how to avoid common mistakes.

It's important to understand that the procedure varies depending on the situation: whether the device is working, whether you remember the data from the account, or the gadget is locked after a reset. We will look at options for all scenarios, including Redmi, POCO, Mi Pad and other devices on MIUI. If you plan to sell or transfer the phone, be sure to do the uncoup in advance - this will save the new owner from activation problems.

Since 2023, Xiaomi has tightened its security policy, so some old methods (such as Fastboot bypassing) have stopped working, and this guideline only includes current solutions for 2026, tested on the latest versions of MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS.

1. Official method: decoupling through device settings

The easiest and safest method is to delete your Mi Account directly from the smartphone menu, which is suitable if:

• 📱 Device on and unlocked.
• 🔑 You remember the login (email/phone number) and account password.
• 🌐 Internet access (Wi-Fi or mobile network).

To untie the account:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
2. Click on your profile at the top of the screen.
3. Select Account Management → Delete the account.
4. Enter the password to confirm and wait for the process to be completed.

Once removed, the device will automatically unplug the profile and all associated data (contacts, notes, backups) will be deleted from the phone. Importantly, this method does not work if the device is enabled with the Device Protection feature – it must be disabled in advance in the security settings.

Check your internet access | Turn off device protection in settings | Back up important data | Make sure you remember the Mi Account password

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2. Unbinding via Xiaomi website (if the device is lost or unavailable)

If a smartphone is stolen, lost or physically unavailable, you can remove it from the list of trusted devices through the official Mi Account website.This method is also suitable if you sold the phone but forgot to untie it in advance.

Instructions:

1. Go to the account management page and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find the desired gadget (by model or IMEI).
3. Click on the three dots next to the device and select Remove.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

⚠️ Warning: Once removed, the device will only be unlocked if the new owner performs Factory Reset.If the phone has already been reset before being deleted from the account, you will need to enter the previous owner's data to unlock - in this case, contact Xiaomi support.

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If you are selling a device, be sure to remove it from the list of trusted gadgets beforehand – this will save the buyer from having to enter your data after the reset.

3. Reset to factory settings: when it works

Hard Reset is a universal way to return the device to its original state, but it doesn't always remove the Mi Account binding. After the activation screen is reset, a request for the previous owner's data input (Mi Account Lock) may appear on the activation screen.

• 🔒 The device has enabled the function Find Device (Device Search).
• 📦 The phone was not untied from the account through settings or the site.
• ⏳ Less than 72 hours have passed since the last authorization.

If you are the owner of the device and remember the account data, reset as follows:

1. Turn off your smartphone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

After reset, enter your Mi Account details on the activation screen, then untie the device through the settings (see first method).If you are not the owner, contact the seller - only he can remove the binding.

Yeah, I couldn't activate the device | Yeah, but I was able to unlock | No, never | I don't know what it is.

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4. Unlock through ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try to remove the account binding via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which is suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader and enabled USB debugging.

Step-by-step:

1. Install ADB and Fastboot Tools on PC.
2. Turn on the phone Developer Mode (7 times click on the MIUI version in the settings) and activate Debugging over USB.
3. Connect the device to the computer and confirm the trust in the PC.
4. Open the command line in the adb folder and do:

adb shell


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




pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.cloudservice




reboot

After the reboot, check if the account has disappeared in the settings. If not, try repeating commands or using an alternative method:

adb shell am start -n com.xiaomi.account/.ui.ManageAccountActivity

⚠️ Attention: on devices with MIUI 14+ And HyperOS, this method may not work because of the increased protection, so try the official unlock request.

5. Official request to unlock (if you forgot the password)

If you forget your Mi Account details or bought a device with someone else’s account tied, the only legal way to unlock is to contact Xiaomi.The company can remove the lock if there is evidence of purchase (check, box with IMEI).

How to make a request:

1. Go to the support page and select Unlock Mi Account.
2. Fill out the form by specifying: 📄 IMEI Devices (you can find out via *#06# or on the box). 📅 Date of purchase and place (shop, marketplace). 📷 Photo of a check or warranty card.

Wait for a response (usually 3-7 days).

The service costs between $5 and $30 depending on the region, and is free to unlock only if you have the original check, and if the device is stolen, Xiaomi will refuse to unlock.

6. Alternative methods (at your own risk)

If the official methods did not help, you can find "circumvent" solutions on the Internet, for example:

• 🔧 Fastboot firmware is a custom firmware installation (like LineageOS) that ignores account verification.Risk: loss of warranty and possible "brick".
• 🛠️ Service centers – some workshops offer unlocking for a fee (from 1000 rubles). Check reviews – scammers can simply reset the phone without removing the tether.
• 📱 Bypassing apps (such as Mi Account Unlock Tool) most of which are viruses or don't work on newer versions. MIUI.

⚠️ Note: the use of informal methods may lead to:

• 🚫 Loss of warranty.
• 🔐 Locking the device at the hardware level (if Xiaomi detects a hack).
• 💻 Leakage of personal data (when using questionable software).

Recommendation: if the device is not critical, it is better to buy a new smartphone or contact the official service.

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The only secure way to unlock without a password is to request official support for Xiaomi. All other methods carry risks to the device and data.

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