How to unlock Xiaomi Watch if you forget your password: The Complete Guide 2026

The forgotten password on Xiaomi smartwatches is a bad situation, but it is fixable. Unlike smartphones, where unlocking often requires complex manipulation of the account or firmware, the Mi Band, Xiaomi Watch or Smart Band watches offer several simpler solutions. The main thing is not to panic and not try to find the code at random: after 5-10 failed attempts, the device can lock permanently or reset automatically.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to unlock for different models of Xiaomi watches, from the budget Mi Band 5/6 to the flagship Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro. We will describe step-by-step instructions taking into account the features of firmware, explain when resetting through the application will help, and when you need a physical connection to the PC. We will also warn about the risks of data loss when using radical methods - this information is not in the official guides.

1 Unlocking through Mi Fitness/Zepp Life app

The safest and most recommended way is to use the official app to which the watch is tied. Suitable for most models, including the Mi Band 3/4/5/6/7, Xiaomi Smart Band 7 Pro and Xiaomi Watch S1/S2.

Algorithm of action:

• 📱 Open the Mi Fitness app (for older models) or Zepp Life app (for newer models).
• 🔍 Go to the Profile section → My devices and select a locked clock.
• 🔄 Click on the three dots in the top corner and select Untie the device (or Remove).
• 🔑 Confirm the action – the watch will reset to factory settings and unlock.

You can then reconnect the device to the app and configure it as new. Importantly, this method only works if the watch was tied to a Xiaomi or Zepp account. If you used a local password without being tied, move on to the next one.

2. reset via physical button (Hard Reset)

If the app is lost or the watch is not tied to the account, a hardware reset will help, a method that is suitable for most models, but requires caution: all data (steps, training, settings) will be irretrievably deleted.

Instructions for different models:

After resetting, the watch will reset and be asked to reset it. If the screen doesn't respond, check the battery power - sometimes the dead watch doesn't reset.

⚠️ Note: On the Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro, a hardware reset may require a charging connection.Do not turn off the cable until the process is complete (about 2-3 minutes).

3. Unlock through ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work and the watch supports ADB debugging (e.g., Xiaomi Watch S1 on Wear OS), you can try unlocking through a computer, which is technically more complicated but saves data.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Fastboot (download from the official website).
• 🔌 USB-cable (for watches on Wear) OS).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB in the clock settings (if activated before blocking).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the watch to your PC via USB.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type: Adb devices Make sure the device is defined.
3. Execute the command to delete the password: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key or PIN-code: adb shell rm /data/system/password.key
4. Reboot the watch: adb reboot

If USB debugging wasn't enabled in advance, it won't work, so you just have to reset through a physical button.

4. Unlock through Xiaomi account (if the watch is tied)

If the watch has been synced to a Xiaomi account, you can try unlocking it via a web interface, which works for models that support cloud sync (e.g., Xiaomi Watch S2 or Mi Band 7 Pro).

Instructions:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find the locked clock.
3. Click Remove the device or Reset the password (depending on the model).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

After that, the watch will be unlocked, but you will need to reconfigure it. Note that if the device is not displayed in the list, then it was not tied to the account.

Check that the watch is connected to the internet (via Bluetooth or Wi-Fi)

Make sure that your account has two-factor authentication enabled.

Have a backup email or phone on hand to confirm

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5. Alternative methods for specific models

Some Xiaomi watches have unique unlocking features. Let's take a closer look at them.

For Mi Band 5/6 with firmware up to 1.0.3.54:

• 🔋 Connect the watch to charging.
• 🔄 Hold the screen for 30 seconds – reset will occur without data loss (does not work on all firmware).

For Xiaomi Watch Color 2:

• 📞 Use the Mi Wear app (old version).
• 🔑 In the Settings section → Security can be an option to reset password.

For Xiaomi Smart Band 8:

• 🎯 Try 0000 or 1234 – sometimes it works like a factory code.
• 🔄 If it doesn’t work, hold the screen for 25 seconds to reset.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Watch 2 Pro after 3 failed attempts to enter a password, the lock timer is turned on for 5 minutes.

6. What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, radical measures remain:

• 🔧 Contact the service center. Xiaomi official centers can unlock the watch by serial number (confirmed purchase is required).

Before you visit the service, check if the warranty period has expired. To do this, find the serial number on the box or in the documents and check it on mi.com/global/verify.

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If the watch is locked after updating the firmware, try rolling it back through the Mi Fitness app (Firmware → Roll back).

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi watches

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If Xiaomi watches are locked, try unlocking through an app or account first.Only if these methods don't work, go to reset via a button or ADB.