How to unlock Xiaomi phone after resetting: the full guide 2026

Resetting on Xiaomi smartphones is a standard procedure for solving software failures, but it often turns into a new problem: the phone requires you to enter a password from a Mi Account that you forgot or did not tie at all. The situation becomes more complicated if the device was bought from hand and the previous owner did not untie his profile. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to unlock Xiaomi after a hard reset – from official methods to technical workarounds.

It is important to understand the modern models of Redmi, POCO and Mi (starting with 2019 In addition, the Factory Reset Protection is protected (FRP), This means that there are no universal magic buttons to unlock, each method requires either data from the previous owner or deep technical manipulation. We have only created a solution that is validated on the firmware. MIUI 12-14 HyperOS.

Why Xiaomi is blocked after resetting settings

The reason for the lock lies in the Mi Cloud Lock protection mechanism, which is activated when:

• 🔄 Hard reset via Recovery Mode (power button combination) + Volume Up)
• 📱 Delete your Mi Account manually without detaching your device from the cloud
• 🔧 Fastboot streaming or EDL loader-free
• 🛠️ Replacement of the motherboard (in this case, the lock is associated with a binding to the hardware) ID)

The system requires you to enter the username and password from Mi Account, which was tied to the phone before the reset. If you do not remember the data or bought a used device, the official way to unlock is one: contact the previous owner and ask him to delete the phone from his account through account.xiaomi.com.

Since 2021, Xiaomi has tightened its security policy: even after entering the correct data from Mi Account, the system can request additional verification via SMS or email associated with the account, which makes it difficult to unlock, but does not make it impossible.

Method 1: Unlock with official Mi Account (if you know the data)

If you remember the username and password from the Mi Account associated with the phone, it will take no more than 5 minutes to unlock.

1. On the lock screen, enter the email or phone number associated with the Mi Account.
2. If you request two-factor authentication, check SMS or email (depending on your account settings).
3. After successful entry, the system will offer to create a new PIN-code.

If you have forgotten your password, use the recovery function at account.xiaomi.com/pass/reset. Please note that you will need to access the email or phone number specified during registration to change your password.

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If the phone-linked email or phone number no longer exists (for example, the operator has blocked the phone). SIM-You can't re-access the Mi Account, so you can switch to alternative unlocking methods.

Method 2: Bypassing locking via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

This method is suitable if your Xiaomi has already unlocked the bootloader unlocked. Check this: turn off the phone, press Power + Volume Down to enter Fastboot Mode. If you see the Unlocked sign at the bottom of the screen, the bootloader is unlocked, and you can continue.

To unlock, you will need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and Mi Flash Tool
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
• 📁 Fastboot firmware ROM For your model (download from the official website)

Step-by-step:

1 Unpack the archive with firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters.


2. Connect the phone in Fastboot mode to the PC.




3. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the folder with the firmware.




4. At the bottom of the window, select the option "clean all" (complete cleaning).




5. Press Flash and wait for the process to be completed (5-10 minutes).




6.After the restart, the phone will be unlocked, but all data will be deleted.

⚠️ Note: If the bootloader is locked (Locked on the Fastboot screen), this method will not work. Trying to flash the phone with the bootloader blocked will lead to an anti-rollback error and a possible "brick" of the device.

Method 3: Unlocking through EDL (Emergency Mode)

Emergency Download Mode (EDL) is a hidden firmware mode that allows you to bypass locks even on phones with a locked bootloader, but it requires:

• 🔧 Authorized EDL-account (paid, issued to official Xiaomi service centers)
• 💻 Mi Flash Pro or QFil (for phones running Qualcomm processors)
• 📄 Firmware in.mbn or.elf format (special files for the use of.mbn) EDL)

Step-by-step process:

1. Put the phone in mode. EDL: For Qualcomm: pinch Volume Up + Volume Down and connect USB-For Mediatek: requires short circuit test points on the motherboard (requires disassembly of the phone).

Mi Flash Pro

After completion, the phone will restart in an unlocked state.

Cost of authorized EDL-account for 2026 - from $20 $100 depending on the seller.Be careful: there are many scammers in the market selling hacked accounts that stop working after a few days.

Stock up on the original. USB-cable|Download the firmware specifically for your model|Check the battery charge (minimum 50%)|Install Qualcomm or Mediatek drivers|Prepare a screwdriver for disassembly (if you need access to test points)

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Method 4: Using bypass scripts (for older models)

On Xiaomi phones of 2018 and older (for example, Redmi Note 5, Mi) A1, Mi 6) you can use special scripts to bypass FRP-These methods are based on vulnerabilities in older versions. MIUI They don't work on new devices.

Example of ADB bypass (for Redmi Note 4/4X):

1. Connect your phone to your PC in Fastboot mode.


In the command line, enter:




fastboot oem frp-unlock




3. Reset the device.

Other models may require more complex manipulations, such as:

• 📱 Installation TWRP Recovery with bypass support FRP
• 🔧 Use of scripts MIUI FRP Bypass (available on forums) 4PDA)
• 📁 Modified firmware boot.img account-checked

⚠️ Note: Use of bypass scripts on new models (Redmi Note 10, POCO X3 It will cause the device to lock completely due to the anti-rollback mechanism, and check compatibility with your model on thematic forums before using it.

Method 5: Contact Xiaomi Service Center

If all independent methods are exhausted, the official way remains – contact the service center. Xiaomi provides the unlock service for a fee (from 1,500 to 5 000 rubles depending on the model), but this will require:

• 📄 Check or warranty card in the name of the current owner
• 🆔 Passport for identification
• 📱 The phone itself is in good condition (without physical damage)

The process takes 3 to 10 business days, and in some cases, the service center may request the previous owner’s data (for example, if the phone is listed as stolen).

Important: Since 2023, Xiaomi has refused to unlock phones purchased abroad (for example, in China or Europe) if they were not officially imported into Russia.

What to do if nothing helps: extreme measures

If all of these methods fail, radical solutions remain:

• 🔄 Replacing the motherboard is expensive (from 5,000 rubles), but it is guaranteed to remove the lock.
• 📱 Buying a phone assembled – if the repair cost exceeds 70% of the price of a new device, it is more advisable to consider replacing it.
• 🔧 Flashing through test points – requires soldering skills and risks bringing the phone down.

Before deciding on radical measures, consider the cost-benefit ratio. For example, replacing the board with a Redmi Note 9 can cost 6,000 rubles, while a new phone of the same line costs about 12,000 rubles.

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If the phone is locked after buying from hands, try to contact the seller and request data from Mi Account. According to the law of the Russian Federation (Article 456 of the Civil Code), the seller is obliged to transfer the goods without encumbrances, and blocking the account can be the basis for a refund.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi