How to unlock Xiaomi phone if you forget your Google account password: the full guide 2026

Forgot the password from the Google account on Xiaomi smartphone and now you can’t unlock the device? This situation is familiar to thousands of users, especially after resetting or buying a used phone. The manufacturer has increased protection in the latest versions of MIUI 14/15, and now bypassing FRP-blocking (Factory Reset Protection) has become more difficult — but possible.

In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to unlock Xiaomi without a password from Google, including official methods through Mi Account and alternative solutions for tech-savvy users. We will discuss each option in detail, taking into account the features of different models, from the Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14.

If you've previously synced your device to your Xiaomi account, the chances of successfully unlocking are much higher, and for phone owners without a linked account or with lost login data, you'll have to use workarounds — but they're also limited, and let's start with the most reliable and legal way.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

This is the only method Xiaomi considers legitimate, which works if you previously linked a device to a Mi Account and remember the login details, and is suitable for all models on MIUI 12-15, including Redmi, POCO and the main line of Xiaomi.

After resetting or locking the screen, the system will prompt you to enter your Google account data.

1. Click on the Forgot pattern/PIN button.
2. Select the option to Sign in via Mi Account.
3. Enter your email/phone and password from your Xiaomi account.
4. Confirm your login via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

If done correctly, the phone unlocks without losing data. Importantly, this only works when you have an active Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile network). If the device is not connected to the network due to lockdown, move on to the next method.

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Before resetting, always check if your phone is tied to Mi Account. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account and make sure the device status is “Connected”.

FRP bypass through settings (for MIUI 14 and older)

The method is suitable for devices on MIUI 14/15 with Global or EEA firmware. The essence of the method is to exploit a vulnerability in the configuration interface to access the developer menu and disable account verification.

Step-by-step:

1. On the lock screen, press Emergency Call.
2. Enter the combination ##4636## and it will open the test menu.
3. Go to the Usage statistics section.
4. Click on the Settings icon (cog in the upper right corner).
5. In the search for settings, enter the developer and activate the developer mode.
6. Go back to the basic settings, find Developer and enable USB Debugging.
7. Connect your phone to your PC and use it ADB-drop-off FRP (instruction).

This method may not work on the latest security updates, and if nothing happens after you enter the code, try an alternative way:

Charge your phone at least 50 times%|Connect to a stable Wi-Fi|Have a backup copy of the data|Prepare the PC with ADB (advanced)|Check the version. MIUI In the settings (if available)-->

3. Unlock through ADB (for advanced users)

The method requires you to debug on USB before locking your phone, and if you have previously activated this mode, follow the instructions:

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
• 🔌 USB-cable (original)
• 📦 Established ADB and Fastboot
• 🔑 Administrator rights on PC

Instructions:

1. Connect the blocked Xiaomi to the PC.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device.
4. Execute the command to remove FRP: adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

Once you reboot, the Google lock should disappear, and if you have a device unauthorized error, you don't have USB debugging enabled in advance, and that won't work.

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ADB-method is the most reliable for unlocking, but works only with pre-enabled debugging USB. Without this, access to the system will be closed.

4.Use of the Mi Flash Tool (full reset)

If the previous methods didn't work, the radical solution is to run the phone through the Mi Flash Tool, which will delete all the data, including the data. FRP-lockdown:

• 🔧 Unlocked bootloader (bootloader)
• 📥 Official firmware for your model
• 💻 PC with Mi Flash Tool installed

Step-by-step:

1. Download Fastboot firmware for your model from the official website.
2. Unpack the archive in a folder without Cyrillic characters.
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter Fastboot mode.
4. Connect the device to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
5. Select a firmware folder and press Refresh – the program must detect the phone.
6. Press Flash and wait for the process to complete (5-10 minutes).

Once the firmware is in place, the phone will turn on as new, without being tied to a Google account.Warning: This method will void the warranty and may cause the device to break down if you do not do it properly.

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5. Alternative methods (for specific models)

Some Xiaomi models have unique vulnerabilities that allow you to bypass FRP without complex manipulation.

The Redmi 9/10 is sometimes helped by the following trick:

1. On the Google Password Entering screen, click on the text box and select Voice Entering (Mic icon).
2. Say "Open settings" or "Open settings".
3. If the system opens the settings menu, go to System → Reset settings.

Note: these methods may stop working after security updates. If your model is not listed in the table, use the generic methods from the previous sections.

6. What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, you have three options:

1. Contact Xiaomi Service Center with proof of purchase (check, box) and they can unlock the device officially, but it will take 3-7 days.
2. Use paid FRP bypass services (like FRP Bypass Tools), but it’s risky – many of them contain malware.
3. Sell your phone as “locked” in the secondary market (such as Avito or Facebook Marketplace) and buy a new one.

If you have chosen the first option, prepare the following documents:

• 📄 Check or invoice for the purchase of a phone
• 📦 Original box with serial number
• 🆔 Passport (for proof of identity)

Warning: Don't trust the "masters" who promise to unlock your phone in 5 minutes via TeamViewer or remotely, they're scammers who can steal your data or encrypt your device.

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