The forgotten password on Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro is a bad situation, but it is solvable. The main thing is not to panic and not to try to find a combination at random: after 5 unsuccessful attempts, the system will lock the device for 30 seconds, and after 10 - may require input PIN-code SIM-In this article, we will discuss all the current ways of unlocking, from the safest to the radical, with detailed instructions and warnings about the possible consequences.
Redmi 9 Pro
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Snapdragon 720G
Recovery
1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)
If the Redmi 9 Pro had a Mi Account attached, this is the most reliable and secure method. Xiaomi provides an official function to restore access through the web interface, but there are nuances:
- 🔹 The device must be connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
- 🔹 The phone must have the Find the device (Settings) function enabled. → Mi Account → Find the device).
- 🔹 You should remember the username and password from Mi Account.
If the conditions are met, follow the instructions:
- Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
- Select the Find Device tab.
- The map will show your Redmi 9 Pro – click on it.
- In the control menu, select Unlock Device (Unlock Device).
- Confirm the action via SMS or email (depending on your account settings).
✅ Pros: does not require data reset, works remotely, the official method.
❌ Cons: if Find the device was disabled or there is no Internet - the method will not work.
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If you have two-factor authentication enabled in Mi Account, prepare backup codes or access to the linked number/mail in advance.
2.Reset via Recovery Mode (Hard Reset)
If the Mi Account is not tied or you don't remember the data from it, the radical method is hard reset, which will remove all the data from the phone, including photos, contacts and apps, but will return access to the device. On the Redmi 9 Pro, the reset is done via Recovery Mode:
Turn off the phone.
Press the buttons Power + Volume up for 10 seconds
Wait for the Mi logo to appear and release the buttons
Select the language (volume buttons) and confirm Wipe Data
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Detailed instructions:
- Turn off Redmi 9 Pro (squeeze power for 10 seconds).
- Press the Power Button and Volume up simultaneously until the Mi logo appears.
- Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery menu.
- With volume buttons, select Wipe Data (or Clear Data) and confirm the choice with the Power button.
- Then select Wipe All Data and confirm the action.
- After the process is complete, press Reboot to reboot.
On the Redmi 9 Pro with MIUI 12+ firmware, you may need to enter data from the previously tied Mi Account (FRP protection) after a reset. If you don’t remember them, the phone will remain locked!
⚠️ Note: On devices with encryption enabled (by default on the MIUI) Once reset through Recovery, all data will be permanently lost, and it's impossible to recover it even through service centers.
3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)
If Recovery Mode is unavailable or requires a password, you can try resetting your phone via Fastboot, a firmware and recovery mode that requires a computer with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and a USB Type-C cable.
Before you start, check:
- 🔌 The phone's debugging on. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (7 times press) → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
- 💻 Drivers are installed on the PC ADB Tools.
Instructions:
1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume down until the Fastboot screensaver appears (a robot labeled Fastboot).
3. Connect the phone to the PC via USB.
4. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with the platform-tools.
5. Enter a command to check the connection:
fastboot devices
(Serial number of the device must be displayed).
Perform the reset:
fastboot erase userdata
fastboot erase cache
fastboot reboot⚠️ Warning: On some versions MIUI After this procedure, you may need to enter data from your Mi Account (FRP-If you don't know them, your phone will stay locked.
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4.Use of ADB (if debugging was included)
If the Redmi 9 Pro has been enabled to debug via USB before locking, you can try to delete the file with the password via ADB. This method works only when connected to the computer and requires pre-configuration.
Steps:
- Connect your phone to your PC via USB (even if it is locked).
- Open the command line in the folder with platform-tools.
- Enter the commands in turn: adb shell su rm /data/system/gesture.key rm /data/system/password.key rm /data/system/locksettings.db rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm reboot
After restarting, the phone should start without asking for a password. ⚠️ But MIUI 12+ This method often fails due to increased protection.
⚠️ Note: If the phone has been encrypted (by default) MIUI), key-leakage ADB It will cause all data to be lost after the reboot, and the files will become unreadable.
5. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center
If you don't succeed, you have an official service, which is Xiaomi's unlocking service, which is the most reliable, but also the longest.
What will be required:
- 📄 Passport or other identification document.
- 📋 Check or warranty card on the phone (if preserved).
- 📱 The device itself (preferably with a box).
The cost of the service in official Xiaomi services is from 1000 to 3000 rubles, depending on the region. ⚠️ Unofficial services may offer unlock cheaper, but the risk of running into scammers or damaging the phone is higher.
| Method of unlocking | Mi Account required | Loss of data | Difficulty | Time. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through the Mi Account. | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐ (easily) | 5-10 minutes |
| Reset via Recovery | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ⭐⭐ (easily) | 5 minutes. |
| Fastboot | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ⭐⭐⭐ (middle-of-the-road) | 15 minutes. |
| ADB | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes, perhaps) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (difficult) | 20 minutes. |
| Service centre | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ⭐ (simple) | 1-5 days |
6.How to avoid blocking in the future
To avoid the problem of forgotten passwords again, follow the following simple rules:
- 🔐 Use a fingerprint or facial recognition as an additional unlock method (Settings) → Password and security).
- 📝 Write it down. PIN-code or password to a secure location (e.g., Google Keep or Notebook).
- 🔄 Regularly back up your data through Settings → System system → Backup.
- 🔗 Attach Mi Account and enable Find Device.
If you often forget passwords, consider using a password manager (like Bitwarden or 1Password) these apps store all data in encrypted form and sync between devices.