How to unlock Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro if you forget your password: the full guide 2026

A forgotten password on a smartphone is a situation that almost every user has encountered, and it’s especially frustrating when it comes to the Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro, a device with reliable MIUI protection, where standard unlocking methods may not work. In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to regain access to the phone, from official (via Mi Account) to technical (via Fastboot and Recovery).

It's important to understand that the methods are different in complexity and consequences. Some will save your data, others will lead to a complete reset. We will describe each option in detail, specify the risks and give recommendations on how to minimize losses. If you are not sure about your skills, you should contact the Xiaomi service center, especially if the phone is linked to the Mi Cloud account.

Before you start, check the obvious: you may be using the wrong password (from another device or an older version of MIUI, for example). Try entering the last 3-5 combinations you could install. If the phone gives you a "Try later" message, wait 30 minutes before you try again. This is Xiaomi's standard password protection.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

The safest method is if you have previously linked your phone to your Mi Account, which works even when the screen is locked, but requires access to the mail or phone number specified during registration, and is suitable for the Redmi 8 Pro on any version of MIUI (including MIUI 12/13/14).

Instructions:

• 📱 On the locked screen, tap "Forgot your password?" (if available). On some firmware, you need to enter your password 5 times incorrectly to make the "Unlock via Mi Account" button appear".
• 🔑 Enter your username (email or phone) and password from your Mi Account. If you do not remember, restore access through the official website.
• 📧 The email or phone will receive the confirmation code, enter it in the appropriate field.
• 🔓 After successful authentication, the system will prompt you to create a new password or PIN-Come up with a reliable combination and confirm it.

⚠️ Note: If you bought Redmi 8 Pro from hand, the previous owner may not have deleted your Mi Account. In this case, unlocking through the account is impossible - you will need to contact the service center with proof of purchase (check, contract).

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2.Reset via Recovery Mode (Hard Reset)

If Mi Account is not tied or you don't remember the login details, you'll have a hard reset via Recovery Mode, which will remove all the data from your phone, including photos, contacts and apps. Use it only as a last resort!

Step-by-step instructions for Xiaomi Redmi 8 Pro:

1. Turn off the phone with a long press on the power button (10-15 seconds).
2. Press both the power button and the Volume Up button at the same time, hold them until the Mi logo and the Recovery menu appear.
3. In the Recovery menu, use the volume buttons for navigation and the power button for selection. Select "Wipe Data" (or "Clear Data" in newer versions).
4. Confirm the action by selecting "Wipe All Data" and the process will take 1-2 minutes.
5. After reset, select Reboot to restart the phone. It will start as new, with factory settings.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware after Hard Reset may require you to enter data from Mi Account, which was previously linked to the phone. This is protection against theft (Mi Cloud Lock"!

3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)

The Fastboot method is suitable if Recovery Mode is not available or the phone does not respond to buttons. You will need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and Mi Flash Tool. This method also leads to data loss, but allows you to bypass some MIUI locks.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer running Windows 7/10/11 (Mac OS may have problems with drivers).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
• 📥 Mi Flash Tool and firmware for Redmi 8 Pro (Fastboot version).
• 🔧 Qualcomm drivers and ADB (You can download it in the Android package SDK).

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone. Press the power button + Volume Down to go to Fastboot mode. The screen should show a hare in a hat-eared and the words "Fastboot".
2. Connect your phone to your computer. In Device Manager, check that the device is identified as "Android Bootloader Interface."
3. Unpack the downloaded firmware into a folder without Cyrillic characters. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, press "Select" and point the way to the firmware folder.
4. At the bottom of the program, select "Clean all" mode. Press "Flash" and wait for the process to finish (5-10 minutes).
5. After successful firmware, the phone will restart automatically.

⚠️ Attention: Continuous power is critical! If your phone goes off during Fastboot USB If it runs out, it can turn into a brick. Charge the battery by at least 50% before you start.

1. Reinstall drivers manually through Device Manager.

2. Use another USB-port (preferably) USB 2.0).

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4.Use of ADB (if USB debugging is enabled)

If Redmi 8 Pro previously included debugging USB (USB Debugging, you can try unlocking your phone through ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method saves data, but only works when connected to a previously authorized computer.

Procedure:

1. Connect your phone to your computer through USB. On the lock screen, a notification "Charging through" may appear USB" — tap on it and select "File Transfer" (if available).
2. Open the Windows or Terminal (Mac/Linux) and type: Adb devices Make sure your Redmi 8 Pro is displayed in the list of devices.
3. Enter the command to delete the password: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key adb shell rm /data/system/password.key adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm
4. Reboot your phone with the command: adb reboot

After the reboot, the lock should disappear. If not, try entering any password (e.g., 1234).

⚠️ Attention: On new versions MIUI (13+) Xiaomi blocks access to system files through ADB. If the commands don’t work, try rooting first (but it’s a complicated procedure).

5. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If all of the above methods fail, the official service remains, and this is the only legal way to unlock the Redmi 8 Pro with a Mi Account tied, the data from which is lost, the cost of the service varies from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles depending on the region and the complexity of the case.

What will be required for the application:

• 📄 Check or contract of sale (proof of possession).
• 🆔 Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation (for confirmation of identity).
• 📱 The phone itself with a charge of at least 30%.
• 📧 The email address associated with the Mi Account (if you remember).

The service release time is 1 to 5 business days, and in some cases, it may be necessary to send the phone to a central service center (for example, if the lock is related to Mi Cloud Lock).

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The official service is the only way to unlock the Redmi 8 Pro without losing warranty.

6. Alternative methods (at your own risk)

Offers to unlock Xiaomi through third-party services or programs (e.g. Miracle Box, UFi Box) are often available online, often requiring payment and not guaranteeing results.

⚠️ Note: The use of informal methods may lead to:

• 🚫 Loss of warranty (if phone warranty).
• 🔥 Damage to the motherboard (when soldering) EEPROM).
• 🕵️ Personal data theft (using dubious services).

The only legal way to unlock the Redmi 8 Pro with Mi Cloud Lock is to contact the official Xiaomi service with documents on the phone. All other methods violate the user agreement and can have legal consequences.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Redmi 8 Pro