How to unlock Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro: from the pattern lock to the Mi Account (Step-by-step)

Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro is one of the most popular 2021 smartphones of the year, but even its owners sometimes face the problem of a locked screen. A forgotten PIN- code, a pattern lock failure or a tied Mi Account account after a reset can turn a device into a “brick.” In this article, 5 working unlock methods (including methods without losing data), detailed instructions with pictures and parsing typical errors that users make.

Important: the unlock procedure depends on the type of lock (password, pattern lock, fingerprint, Mi Account) and firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14). For example, the Poco X3 Pro with MIUI 14 will not work through the fastboot method that operated on MIUI 12. We took into account all the nuances and collected relevant solutions for 2026.

If you are not sure why you are blocking, go to the section "How to determine the type of blocking" - there is a checklist for diagnosis, and for those who are in a hurry, immediately to the quickest ways (section 2).

1. Diagnostics: What type of lock on your Poco X3 Pro?

Before you try to unlock your phone, you need to understand what's blocking it, and that's what you're going to do.

• 🔒 Forgotten PIN- code or password – the screen asks for a numeric code or text password.
• 🎨 pattern lock - you need to swipe your finger at the dots, but the combination is not suitable.
• 👆 Fingerprint/Face: The sensor does not recognize the fingerprint and the alternative input method is disabled.
• 📱 Mi Account (Mi Account) – After resetting or firmware, the phone requires you to enter a username and password from Xiaomi.
• ⚠️ FRP- Factory Reset Protection — appears after a Recovery reset on phones with a linked Google account.

To determine the type of lock, answer the following questions:

1. Does the phone ask you to enter the code/password immediately after activation?
2. Does the screen have a Mi Account logo or a sign saying “This device is locked” on it?
3. Have you tried resetting your settings through Recovery?
4. Has the phone been linked to a Google account?

If the lock is connected to Mi Account, go to section 4. For other cases, the universal methods from the next section will suit.

2. Quick ways to unlock without data loss

If you remember the username and password from a Google account linked to your phone, you can try unlocking the Poco X3 Pro without resetting. These methods work on MIUI 12-14 and require no special skills.

Method 1: Unlocking with “Forgot your password?” (for PIN/pattern lock)

On the lock screen, tap the "Forgot pattern?" button, and the system will prompt you to enter data from the Google account that was linked to the phone, enter your email and password, and unlock the phone.

⚠️ Warning: This method only works if Poco X3 Pro is not synced to Google and the phone is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network). If sync is disabled, the error "Can't connect to the server" appears.

If the "Forgot your password" button is not:

• 🔄 Try restarting your phone (press the Power + Volume Up for 10 seconds).
• 📶 Connect to Wi-Fi (if you can select the network on the lock screen).
• 🔧 Check if Find My Device is enabled in the Mi Account settings (can block unlock).

Method 2: Unlocking through Smart Lock (if configured)

Smart Lock is an Android feature that automatically unlocks your phone in trusted environments (such as at home or when you connect to a particular device via Bluetooth).

1. Bring the phone to a previously configured Bluetooth device (earphones, smart watch).
2. Return to a trusted location (e.g., home if geolocation is enabled).
3. Enter a spare PIN- code (if it was set in the Smart Lock settings).

To check if the Smart Lock is enabled:

1. Try calling the voice assistant (say “OK Google” or press the Home button).
2. If the assistant answers, it means the function is active – ask him to “unlock the phone”.

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If the Smart Lock doesn’t work, try connecting your phone to charge for 10-15 minutes. Sometimes the system unlocks automatically when you have enough charge (if the “Unlock When Charging” option is enabled).

Method 3: Unlocking through ADB (for power users)

If the phone is debugging on USB (USB Debugging, you can delete the file with the password through ADB. This method only works if you have previously activated the developer mode and allowed debugging.

Instructions:

1. Connect Poco X3 Pro to your computer via USB.
2. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Mac/Linux) in the ADB folder.
3. Enter the commands in order: 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
4. After the reboot, the phone will be unlocked.

⚠️ Warning: If debugging on USB is not enabled, this method will not work. Don't try to activate it on a locked phone -- it's impossible without resetting.

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The data-free methods (via Google, Smart Lock or ADB) only work if the phone has been pre-configured, and if nothing works, you'll have to reset.

3 Unlocking through resetting settings (Hard Reset)

If the quick methods don't work, you'll have to reset hard, which will delete all the data from your phone, but it will get back access. There are two ways to reset the Poco X3 Pro: through Recovery Mode and through Fastboot.

Method 1: Resetting through Recovery Mode

This method works even if the phone is completely locked.

1. Turn off the Poco X3 Pro (press the Power for 10 seconds).
2. Press the Power + Volume Up at the same time and hold until the MI logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to the Recovery menu.
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power to select.
5. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (or Factory Reset)
6. Confirm the action and wait for the completion.
7. Choose Reboot. → Reboot to System.

Once you reboot, the phone will look like new, but if you've got a Mi Account tied on it, you'll see that you're locked -- see section 4.

Turn off the phone from charging

Make sure the battery is at least 30% charged

Prepare a SIM- card (if you need to save contacts)

Remember the data from the Mi Account (if the phone is tied)

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Method 2: Reset via Fastboot (if Recovery doesn't work)

If the Recovery menu is not available or the phone freezes when reset, use Fastboot. You will need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and the Mi Flash Tool utility.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume Down to log in to Fastboot Mode.
3. Connect your phone to your computer via USB.
4. Download the official firmware for Poco X3 Pro (select Global or EEA version).
5. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic symbols.
6. Open the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder and press Refresh.
7. At the bottom, select Clean All and press Flash.
8. Wait for the finish (5-10 minutes) and restart the phone.

After being reset via Fastboot, the phone may require activation via Mi Account, even if there was no prior lock.It's OK to enter data from your Xiaomi account.

4 Unblock Mi (Mi Account) account on Poco X3 Pro

If after a reset, the phone requires you to enter the username and password from Mi Account, this means that the device is tied to the Xiaomi account. Without the correct data, it is officially impossible to unlock it - this is a measure of protection against theft.

However, there are 3 legal ways to get around the block:

• 🔑 Enter the correct data – if you remember email and password.
• 📧 Restore account access via account.xiaomi.com.
• 📄 Provide proof of ownership in support of Xiaomi (checks, box, IMEI).

If you don’t remember your account information, try to restore access:

1. Go to the recovery page.
2. Enter the email or phone number associated with the account.
3. Confirm your identity via SMS or backup email.
4. Reset your password and enter new details on your phone.

⚠️ Warning: If the Mi Account was created through a phone number and the SIM- card is lost, it will be extremely difficult to restore access, in which case only the appeal for support with proof of purchase remains.

If the phone is hand-held and the previous owner has not untied the account and cannot be contacted, only unofficial unlocking through service centers remains, however, this violates Xiaomi's terms of use and can lead to IMEI blocking.

5 Bypass FRP (Factory Reset Protection) on Poco X3 Pro

FRP (Factory Reset Protection) is Google’s protection that is activated after resetting if a Google account was linked to the phone. On Poco X3 Pro, it appears as a data entry request from a previous account.

You can't legally bypass FRP, but there's a legal way to enter data from an account that was tied to a phone before the reset. If you don't remember it, try:

• 🔍 Remember which email was used to sync (check other devices or computer).
• 📩 Restore access to your Google account through the recovery page.
• 📱 If the phone was bought by hand, contact the previous owner and ask to untie the device in Google settings.

If nothing helps, you can try bypassing FRP through Recovery or Fastboot modes, but it requires technical skills and can cause the phone to break down.

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On some versions of MIUI FRP, you can bypass the phone by connecting to Wi-Fi and entering any email/password before an error occurs. After 5-6 attempts, the system can offer an alternative way to log in (for example, via SMS).

6.Typical errors when unlocking Poco X3 Pro

Many users make mistakes that make unlocking difficult or impossible, and the most common ones are:

• 🔋 Discharge the phone during reset — if the battery sits down in the process, the phone can turn into a brick. Always charge up to 50% before manipulation.
• 🔌 Use of non-original cable – cheap USB- cables may not be transmitting data to Fastboot or ADB.
• 📥 Downloading inappropriate firmware — Poco X3 NFC firmware is not suitable for Poco X3 Pro. Always check the model (Settings → About phone → Model).
• 🔑 Trying to bypass Mi Account illegally can result in IMEI being blocked and the network being unable to use.
• 🛠️ Self-disassembly of the phone – on the Poco X3 Pro, it is easy to damage the battery plume or display.

If after a failed unlock the phone does not turn on or hangs on the logo, try:

1. Charge it in the off state for 30-60 minutes.
2. Sign in to Fastboot (Power + Volume Down) and reflash through the Mi Flash Tool.
3. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center (if warranty is valid).

7.How to avoid blocking in the future

To avoid having a locked phone, follow the following simple rules:

• 📝 Write your passwords to a secure location (e.g., Google Keep or Password Manager).
• 🔄 Set up a Smart Lock to automatically unlock in safe conditions.
• 📱 Untie your Mi Account before selling your phone (Settings → Mi Account → Sign out).
• 🔧 Enable debugging on USB (Settings → About phone → Tap MIUI version 7 times → Developer options → USB debugging).
• ☁️ Make regular backups via Mi Cloud or Google Drive.

If you often forget passwords, use biometric unlocking (fingerprint or facial recognition). On the Poco X3 Pro, the fingerprint sensor works quickly and reliably.

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The best protection against locking is a backup of data and recorded passwords, and even if the phone gets locked, you won't lose important information.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking the Poco X3 Pro