How to unlock Xiaomi Redmi Pro phone: from password to Mi Account

Xiaomi Redmi Pro – the cult smartphone of 2016 with a unique OLED-It's a screen and a dual camera, but even it's not immune to locks. PIN-The code after flashing or the previous owner’s Mi Account tied up makes the device a brick. In this article, we’ll look at the legal and technical unlocking methods that work in 2026, including bypassing the account without losing data (where possible).

It is important to understand that the methods differ depending on the type of lock. For example, resetting the lock screen password is performed differently than unlocking the Mi Account after resetting to factory settings. We will consider both scenarios, as well as rare cases when the phone requires confirmation after firmware via Fastboot or is blocked due to an unpaid loan in Mi Credit (yes, this happens!).

We warn you right away: some methods require proof of ownership (checks, box with IMEI), and bypassing the Mi Account without them may violate the user agreement of Xiaomi.

1. Screen unlock: PIN, pattern lock, print

If you just forgot the unlock password, but remember the data from the Mi Account tied to the phone, the problem is solved in 5 minutes. Xiaomi has an official reset mechanism through the account - it even works on Redmi Pro with MIUI 8/9.

Algorithm of action:

• 🔹 Enter the wrong password 5 times in a row until the message “Forgot the password” appears?".
• 🔹 Click on this inscription – the system will redirect you to the Mi Account login page.
• 🔹 Log in with your login (email/telephone) and password linked to the telephone.
• 🔹 Follow the instructions to create a new PIN-code-key.

If the "Forgot Password?" button does not appear, the Find Device function is disabled on the device, in which case only a hard reset (see Section 3) will help, but it will delete all data.

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Before resetting your password, check if your contacts and photos are synced with Mi Cloud. Even after a hard reset, they can be restored via cloud.mi.com.

2. bypass Mi Account after reset (without check)

The most difficult situation is when the phone is locked in the account of the previous owner. Xiaomi has introduced this protection to combat theft, but it often interferes with legal buyers of used devices. Officially unlock Redmi Pro without proof of purchase is impossible, but there are workarounds.

Method 1: EDL (Emergency Download Mode)

This is the only method that works on MIUI 10 and newer without reference to the account, but requires special equipment — EDL-cable (or homemade adapter with contact closure) and PC. Essence: firmware phone in emergency mode through the Mi Flash Tool, bypassing account verification.

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Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone, press Volume up + Volume down + Power to log in to Fastboot.
2. Connect. EDL-cable (or close the contacts on the board if you make the adapter yourself). HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
3. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the downloaded firmware and press Flash.
4. After the firmware is completed (5-10 minutes), the phone will restart without being tied to the account.

⚠️ Note: Incorrect closure of contacts for entry into the EDL It could damage the motherboard. EDL located next to the charging connector - they need to be closed with tweezers or a needle only on the phone turned off.

3 Hard Reset (Hard Reset) through Recovery

If you don't remember the screen password and the data from Mi Account, and the phone isn't locked on the previous owner's account, a reset via Recovery Mode will help.

Instructions for Redmi Pro:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Up + Power and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear.
3. Use volume buttons for navigation and Power to select a point.
4. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (on some versions of Factory Reset).
5. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.
6. Reboot your phone with Reboot → Reboot to System.

Once the phone is reset, it will require you to enter the Mi Account that was tied to the reset. If it is your account, log in. If not, see section 2 on bypassing Mi Account.

4 Unlock via Fastboot (if Mi Account is forgotten)

If the phone requires Mi Account after reset but you don't have access to it, you can try removing the anchor via Fastboot.This method doesn't work on all versions of MIUI, but often helps on Redmi Pro with firmware older than 2019.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📥 Archive with Mi Account Unlock Tool (download on forums) 4PDA or XDA).

Instructions:

1. Transfer the phone to Fastboot mode:


- Turn off the device.




- Press Volume Down + Power before the hare appears in the eardress cap.





2. Connect the phone to the PC and check for device detection by the command:


   fastboot devices



3. Launch the Mi Account Unlock Tool and follow the program instructions.




Usually, you need to enter a command:


   fastboot oem unlock-go


or


   fastboot erase frp



4.Reset the phone:


   fastboot reboot

⚠️ Attention: On new versions MIUI 12+ The fastboot oem unlock-go command may not work due to the increased protection, in which case only the firmware through the EDL (section).

5. Official unlock through Xiaomi (with checks)

If you are a legal owner of Redmi Pro, but forgot the Mi Account, you can contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase.

• 📄 Check or invoice with date of purchase (even an electronic copy).
• 📦 Phone box with sticker IMEI.
• 📱 IMEI phone (you can find out via *#06# or on the sticker under the battery).

The unlocking process:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and select "Need help?"
2. Fill out the form indicating IMEI, buyer data and attach scans of documents.
3. Wait for the support response (usually 3-7 days), and if you decide to do so, you will be given an unblocking instruction.

The cost of the service: free if you confirm the purchase. In Xiaomi service centers, unlocking costs 1,500-3,000 rubles (2026).

6. Unlock after firmware (Bootloader)

Redmi Pro has a locked bootloader, which makes it difficult to reflash, and if after a failed attempt to update the software, the phone stopped turning on or got stuck on the Mi logo, you will need to unlock Bootloader officially.

Official method:

1. Go to en.miui.com/unlock and download the Mi Unlock Tool.
2. Sign in to the program under the same Mi Account that is tied to the phone.
3. Connect Redmi Pro in Fastboot mode (see Section 4).
4. Press Unlock and wait until it is completed (can take up to 72 hours due to Xiaomi’s validation).

Informal way (risky):

Forums offer a Deep Flash Cable bypass or modified versions of the Mi Unlock Tool. These techniques can permanently block IMEI or turn a phone into a brick. We don't recommend using them without experience.

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many users make things worse by trying to unlock the Redmi Pro using the wrong methods.

• 🔋 Battery discharge during firmware: If the phone turns off during unlocking EDL Fastboot, the probability of damage to the partition is high. EFS (stored IMEI). Always make sure the charge is above 50%.
• 🔌 Use of non-original cables: Cheap USB-The cables can interrupt the connection during firmware, and this leads to errors like "Firehose failed".
• 📥 Download firmware with version number: Switch only stable versions MIUI Redmi Pro (codename: oxygen) Beta versions may contain lock bugs.
• 🔒 Trying to bypass Mi Account through loopholes: Methods like Test Point or "FRP Bypass APK" Often leads to permanent locking of the device on Xiaomi servers.

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If the phone fails to unlock or flashes a red light, do not try to repeat the procedure. Contact the service center: acting alone can lead to loss of IMEI.

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