How to completely untie Xiaomi from Google: 5 working ways

Removing Xiaomi’s link to a Google account is a challenge that users face for reasons ranging from selling the device to privacy concerns. Unlike the standard deletion of the account through settings, a full “decoupling” requires taking into account the features of the MIUI, factory-protection FRP (Factory Reset Protection) and synchronization services. Without the right approach, you risk getting a locked smartphone after a reset or losing access to Google Play purchases.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to unblock Xiaomi (including Redmi, POCO, Black Shark) from Google – from simple to advanced, taking into account different versions of MIUI (including MIUI 14/15 based on Android 13/14). Particular attention is paid to bypassing FRP-blocking, which is activated after resetting if the account was not deleted correctly, and you will learn how to save the device data and avoid errors such as “This was reset. To continue, in with a Google Account sign”.

Why Xiaomi is Attached to Google and What It Means

Any Android smartphone (including Xiaomi) is integrated with Google services by default, and it is part of the ecosystem.

• 🔗 Google account in device settings (synchronization of contacts, mail, calendar).
• 🔒 FRP-locking (reset protection), which requires entering a login / password after a hard reset.
• 📦 Google Play Services – background processes that are responsible for the operation of applications (even if you do not use Google services).
• 💳 Payments and subscriptions (Google Pay, purchases in games).

The main risks with incorrect uncoupling:

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI Global (official firmware for the international market) FRP-Blocking is activated by default. If you delete your Google account but don't disable Settings → Google → Security → Find the device, after resetting the phone will require entering the data of the old account.

Method 1: Standardly delete Google account through MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to delete the account directly in the MIUI menu. Suitable for most models (Redmi Note 12, Xiaomi 13, POCO X5, etc.) on current versions of the firmware.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Choose your account (if there are several).
3. Click Delete Account (or Delete Account in new MIUI versions).
4. Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock of the device.

Disable Contact and Photo Synchronization in Google Photos

Save a backup of data (via Mi Cloud or locally)

Make sure there are no active Google Play subscriptions on the device

Disable the “Find Device” function in Google Settings-->

After deleting the account:

• 📱 Google apps (Mail, Maps, Drive) will no longer work.
• 🔄 FRP-The lock will be automatically disabled (unless you have manually enabled it).
• 🛒 Access to Google Play will be restricted (re-entry required).

⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi) 12T, Redmi K50) After deleting your account, you may have a ghostly Google Play Services link. To delete it completely, go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Google Play Services → Warehouse → Clear the data.

Method 2: Disconnection FRP-lock-up

If you plan to sell or dump a device, it’s not enough to just delete your account — you need to disable Factory Reset Protection (FRP), otherwise the new owner won’t be able to set up the phone.This lock works on all Xiaomi with MIUI Global and Android 5.1+.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Settings → Google → Security → Find the device.
2. Turn off the Find Device slider (you will need to enter a password from your Google account).
3. Go back to Settings → Accounts & Sync → Google and delete your account (as in Method 1).
4. Perform a reset via Settings → About Phone → Reset → Erase all data.

After these actions:

• 🔓 The phone won’t require you to enter your old Google account when you first set up.
• 📲 All data (including internal memory) will be deleted.
• 🔄 The ability to re-add any Google account.

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Method 3: Using Recovery Mode for Deep Cleaning

If standard methods don’t work (for example, on custom firmware devices or after unsuccessful updates), you can use Recovery Mode, which is suitable for advanced users, since it requires working with system partitions.

Pre-launch warnings:

• 🚨 All data on the device will be permanently deleted.
• 🔧 In some models (POCO F4, Xiaomi 11T) Recovery can be blocked (you need to unlock the bootloader).
• 🔌 The battery charge must be at least 50%.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up until the MI logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage volume buttons, confirmation – power button).
4. After resetting, restart the device (Reboot).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 13+ Android 12+ Recovery reset does not cancel FRP, If the Google account was not deleted in advance, in this case, after the reboot, the phone will require you to enter the data of the old account.

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If, after resetting via Recovery, the phone asks for a password from a Google account and you don’t remember it, try connecting to Wi-Fi and entering any existing Google account (even the one that was previously linked), on some firmware this works.

Method 4: Uncoupling through ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods fail (e.g., on devices with corrupted firmware or after a failed update), you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer and basic command line knowledge.

What you need:

• 💻 A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Commands to delete Google account:

adb shell


pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms




pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gsf




pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.setupwizard

After completion:

• 🔄 All Google services will be removed (including Play Market).
• 📱 Phone will stop requesting account after reset.
• ⚠️ Restore services can only be through firmware or manual installation APK.

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Use ADB only if other methods have not worked. Incorrect commands can lead to data loss or device lock.

Method 5: Alternative firmware (without Google)

For users who want to get rid of Google services completely, there is a radical method - install custom firmware without GApps (Google Apps).

• 📱 LineageOS (without Google) – pure android open source.
• 🔧 Pixel Experience (no GApps versions available).
• 🌍 MIUI EU (European assembly – with the ability to disable Google services.

Advantages:

• ✅ Complete control of data (no Google surveillance).
• ✅ Opportunity to use alternative stores (F-Droid, Aurora Store).
• ✅ Increased performance (no background processes of Google Play Services).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Loss of warranty (on official devices).
• ❌ Risk of "bricking" with incorrect firmware.
• ❌ Some apps (banking, gaming) may not work without Google Play Services.

Installation instructions (briefly):

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a wait of 7-14 days for new Mi accounts).
2. Install custom Recovery (such as TWRP).
3. Sweep the selected firmware through TWRP.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14+ Android 13+ unlocking the bootloader resets all data, including internal memory (userdata.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you unbundle Xiaomi from Google, users often face typical problems.

Additional advice:

• 🔄 If you are selling a phone, make sure to reset after deleting your Google account.
• 📱 On devices with MIUI Google services are not available by default, but they can be installed manually through Google Installer.
• 🔒 If you have forgotten your Google account password, restore it via accounts.google.com before resetting your phone.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions