How to unlock Xiaomi Redmi 7A if you forget your password: all the working ways

Why Redmi 7A is blocked and what to do

Forgetting your smartphone password is a bad situation, but it’s fixable. – Xiaomi Redmi 7A, Like other devices of the brand, it is equipped with several levels of protection: a pattern lock, PIN-If you typed the wrong code too many times, your phone could lock up for 5 minutes, an hour, or even need to be reset, and the key is not to panic: even without access to the screen, there are at least 5 ways to regain control of the device.

It is important to understand that some methods lead to data loss, for example, resetting through Recovery Mode will delete all photos, messages and applications if they are not synchronized with the Mi Cloud. Other methods, on the contrary, allow you to save information - but require preliminary preparation (for example, a tied Xiaomi account). In this article, we will discuss all the current unlock options, their pros, cons and unique nuances for the Redmi 7A model.

If you are reading this article on a locked phone through another gadget, check to see if the Redmi 7A is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network), which is critical for most methods.

Method 1: Unlocking through Mi Account (without data loss)

The safest method is if you've previously linked your device to your Xiaomi account, which works even when your screen is locked, but requires Internet access on your phone. Here's how to do it:

1. Enter any password 5 times on the locked screen until the message “Forgot your password?” appears.
2. Click on this inscription and the Mi Account login window will open.
3. Enter the username (email or phone number) and password from your Xiaomi account.
4. Confirm unlocking via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

If you don’t remember your account details, try to restore them to account.xiaomi.com. Note that Xiaomi may request additional verification (such as a linked phone number).

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 7A firmware-old MIUI 12, this method may not work if the phone is not connected to the network. Check whether the Wi-Fi or mobile Internet indicator is on the lock screen.

• ✅ Pros: No data is lost, no computer is required.
• ❌ Cons: You need to link to Mi Account and Internet access.
• ⚠️ Risks: If you repeatedly fail to log in, your account may be temporarily blocked.

Method 2: Recovery Mode (complete cleaning)

If you don't have a Mi Account attached or you don't remember the data, you get a hard reset, and this method removes all the data from your phone, including your password. On Redmi 7A, the procedure is this:

Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds)

Connect the charger (the battery must be charged at least 30%)

Prepare. PIN-code SIM-Cards (required after resetting)

Make sure you have a backup of important data-->

1. Turn off the phone by pressing the power button for 10-15 seconds.
2. Press the power button and Volume Up at the same time. Hold on until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery Mode menu, select the language (if there is one).
4. Go to Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for confirmation).
5. Confirm the action by selecting Confirm.
6. After reset, select Reboot to reboot.

The first download after the reset will take 5-10 minutes, the phone will be like new – you will need to reconfigure the language, connect to Wi-Fi and log into your Google account (if it was linked).

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 7A With an unlocked bootloader, the “This device is locked” error may appear after the reset. In this case, additional unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool will be required (see Method 4).

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If the phone asks you to enter the old password after the reset, then the factory reset through Find My Device was enabled, in which case only unlocking through Mi Account (Method 1) or contacting the service center will help.

Method 3: Unlocking via Fastboot (for advanced users)

If Recovery Mode is not available or resetting through it does not help, you can use Fastboot mode. ADB/Fastboot cable USB. Suitable for Redmi. 7A with an unlocked or locked bootloader, but in the latter case, official permission from Xiaomi will be required.

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone and press the power + Volume Down button until a screen with the Fastboot label appears.
2. Connect your phone to your computer via USB.
3. Download and unpack Google’s Platform Tools.
4. Open the command line in the folder with platform-tools and type:

fastboot devices

If the phone is determined (its serial number will appear), enter:

fastboot oem unlock

For devices with a locked bootloader, you will need to obtain permission beforehand through the official Xiaomi website.

• 🔧 Required: Computer, USB-cable, drivers ADB/Fastboot.
• ⚠️ Risks: Wrong commands can 'brick' your phone.
• ✅ Plus: You can apply for custom restoration (TWRP) Backup data before resetting.

Method 4: Officially unlock through Mi Unlock Tool

If the Redmi 7A bootloader is locked (which is typical for official firmware), unlocking via Fastboot will require the use of the Mi Unlock Tool utility. This process takes up to 720 hours (30 days) of waiting, if the Mi Account was not previously linked to the device.

1. Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website.
2. Sign in to Xiaomi account in the utility (should match the one tied to the phone).
3. Connect Redmi 7A in Fastboot mode (see Method 3).
4. Click Unlock in the program and follow the instructions.

If the utility gives you a "Couldn't unlock" or "Wait X hours" error, it means that the account is not tied to the device for long enough.

• Connect your phone to your Mi Account (if it gets unlocked at least once).
• Wait 7-30 days (depending on Xiaomi policy).
• Repeat the unlock attempt.

⚠️ Warning: Once the bootloader is unlocked, all data will be deleted from the phone and Xiaomi’s warranty is canceled.This method is only suitable for advanced users who are ready for risks.

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Unlocking the bootloader via the Mi Unlock Tool is the only official way to get around the lock on the Redmi 7A with the Fastboot locked.However, it requires patience and compliance with all Xiaomi conditions.

Method 5: Unlock with Find My Device (if Google sync is enabled)

If the Redmi 7A has Google's Find My Device enabled and the phone is connected to the Internet, you can reset your password remotely, and this method works even if the Mi Account is not tied.

1. Go to Find My Device from a computer or other phone.
2. Sign in to the Google account that was used on Redmi 7A.
3. Select the locked device in the list.
4. Click on “Erase Data” and confirm the action.

The phone will be reset to factory settings and the password removed, and you'll need to reset the device after you restart, and you'll notice that this only works if you:

• 📶 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔄 Sync with Google enabled (Settings) → Accounts. → Google).
• 🔒 The device does not have a password for Find My Device (found on some firmware).

If Find My Device can't see the phone, check:

• Is access to geodata enabled on Redmi 7A (Settings → Privacy → Geodata)
• Is Remote Reset option active in Google settings?

What to do if nothing helps: contact the service center

If all of these methods did not work, you can contact an authorized Xiaomi service center.

• 🔐 Phone locked after failed firmware.
• 📵 The screen does not respond to touch (you can not enter a password).
• 🔧 The bootloader is locked and waiting for unlocking through the Mi Unlock Tool is impossible.

The cost of unlocking the service varies from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles (2026).

• Do you have a check or a warranty card (this will speed up the process).
• Are you ready for data loss (in most cases, a reset is inevitable)
• Does the service work with your Redmi 7A model (some centers don't take older devices)

Official Xiaomi service centers in Russia can be found on the website mi.com/ru/service. The alternative is private workshops, but there is a higher risk of running into scammers!

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Before visiting the service, take photos of the IMEI phone (under the battery or typed as *#06#) to help prove that the device belongs to you.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi Redmi 7A