How to unlock Xiaomi Mi Note 10: bootloader, Mi-account and FRP 2026

Xiaomi Mi Note 10

tucana

loader-free

Mi-account

FRP

In this article, we will discuss the current 2026 methods of unlocking the Mi Note 10, including official and alternative methods.

How to unlock the bootloader via the Mi Unlock Tool (including bypassing the 360-hour limit)

- Methods of withdrawing a Mi Account without losing data.

- Circumvention FRP post-setting.

Common errors and their solutions (e.g., Couldn't unlock or This device is locked).

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1.Preparation for Unlocking: What to Do Before You Start

Before you start unlocking, make sure that all the prerequisites are met, otherwise you risk getting a brick or losing data.

First, check the version. MIUI and loader status:

- Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI. If the version is older than 2 years, update it through Settings → Updating the system.

- The status of the bootloader can be found by turning off the phone and holding Volume down + If you see this device is locked, the bootloader is locked.

Secondly, prepare:

- Windows computer 7/10/11 (MacOS or Linux Mi Unlock Tool is not available).

- Original. USB-cable (cheap cables may not transmit data in Fastboot mode).

Battery charge of at least 60% (unlocking can take up to an hour).

Backup data (unlocking the bootloader will reset the phone to factory settings!).

• 🔌 Disable the antivirus – it can block the Mi Unlock Tool as suspicious software.
• 📱 Put the debugging on. USB: Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (Press 7 times to activate Developer Mode, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB.
• 🔓 Link your Mi Account to your phone (if not already tied) without it, unlocking is impossible.
• 💻 Install drivers: download Mi PC Suite or drivers ADB/Fastboot manually.

⚠️ Note: If the phone is purchased on AliExpress or from hand, the previous owner could have linked his Mi Account.In this case, unlocking the bootloader without his data is impossible - you will need to first untether (see section 3).

2 Unlock the bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (official method)

Xiaomi's official way of doing this is to use the Mi Unlock Tool, which takes 72 to 360 hours (15 days) because of its security policy.

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool from the official website (the version must match your MIUI).
2. Sign in to the utility under the same Mi-account that is tied to the phone.
3. Put your phone in Fastboot mode: 1. Turn off the phone. 2. <power-up> + <volume> before the appearance of the Fastboot logo.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and wait for the device to be determined in the Mi Unlock Tool.
5. Click "Unlock" and confirm the action. If you see a message Couldn't unlock. Wait. 168/360 Hours means you have to wait.

The waiting period depends on whether you have previously linked your Mi Account to your phone:

If the account is tied for less than 30 days, we wait for 360 hours (15 days).

If the account is tied for more than 30 days, wait 72 hours (3 days).

Once successfully unlocked, the phone will automatically reset to factory settings, and you can now install custom firmware (LineageOS, Pixel Experience) or obtain root rights through Magisk.

⚠️ Note: If you see an error when unlocking Current account is different from the account info on the device, it means: - You signed in to Mi Unlock Tool under a different account than the one associated with the phone. - Or the previous owner did not untie your account. In this case, the binding will first need to be removed (see section 3).

Linked Mi-account to the phone|Debugging is on. USB|Drivers installed ADB/Fastboot|Phone's loaded on 60%+|Download the latest version of the Mi Unlock Tool-->

3. How to remove Mi-account from Xiaomi Mi Note 10 (if you forgot the password)

If you have a handheld phone and the previous owner has not untied his Mi Account, or you have forgotten the login details, it will be impossible to unlock the bootloader. In this case, you need to first untied the link. MIUI phone status.

Method 1: Restore your password (if you have access to it) email/SMS)

The easiest way is to restore access to the Mi-account:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com.

2. Click Forgot Password? and follow the instructions (access to the email or phone number associated with the account is required).

3. After regaining access, log in to your phone and untie your account in Settings → Accounts. → Mi-account → Delete the account.

Method 2: Bypassing the Mi Account through EDL-mode (for advanced)

If password recovery is not possible, you can use EDL-Emergency Download Mode: This method requires special equipment (Qualcomm). HS-USB QDLoader 9008) and firmware via Mi Flash Tool.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for Mi Note 10 (tucana) in.tgz format.
2. Unpack the archive and find the file. flash_all_lock.bat (to lock the loader) or flash_all_except_storage.bat (data retention).
3. Transfer the phone to EDL-Mode: 1. Turn off the phone. 2. Hold on. <power-up> + <volume> + <volume> 3. Connect to a PC - should be defined as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
4. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the unpacked firmware and press Flash.

Once firmware is in place, the phone will be completely cleaned, including the Mi Account, but this method has risks:

If you choose the wrong firmware, your phone could turn into a brick.

- Xiaomi could be blocked IMEI post-fast-forward.

Method 3: Contact Xiaomi Support

If the phone is officially purchased, you can try to contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase (check, box with the phone). IMEI). In some cases, they can help delink the account, but the odds are slim if the device is bought with hands.

Support contacts:

- Russia: mi.com/ru/service

- International support: mi.com/global/service

4. Alternative methods of unlocking the bootloader (without waiting)

If you don’t want to wait 3-15 days, you can try to bypass the restrictions of the Mi Unlock Tool, which are informal and can lead to account blocking or a “brick”, so use them at your own risk.

Method 1: Change the Mi-account region

Some users report that when you change your account region to China or India, the waiting time is reduced to 0 hours.

1. Sign in at account.xiaomi.com.
2. Go to Profile. → Region and change country to China or India.
3. Wait 24 hours and try to unlock the bootloader again.

⚠️ Xiaomi may block account for suspicious activity.

Method 2: Use the old version of the Mi Unlock Tool

Some versions of the utility (for example, 3.5.503.24) do not check for 360 hours, but it is difficult to find a working version, since Xiaomi actively blocks old releases.

If you find this version, the algorithm of actions:

1. Install the old version of the Mi Unlock Tool.

2. Turn off the Internet on PC (so that the utility does not update).

3. Try unlocking the bootloader.

adb backup -apk -obb -shared -all -f backup.ab

Method 3: Unlocking via Fastboot (for experienced)

If you have access to Fastboot, you can try sending a command to unlock manually:

fastboot oem unlock

However, on new versions MIUI This method doesn’t usually work – Xiaomi blocks it software.

5. Bypass FRP (Factory Reset Protection on the Mi Note 10

FRP (Factory Reset Protection is a setting reset protection that is activated if a Mi Account was attached to the phone and then reset via Recovery. After reset, the phone requires you to enter the account information that was previously associated with it.

If you forgot the data or bought a phone with someone else's link, bypass FRP several ways:

Method 1: Mi Assistant (for the purpose of MIUI 12 and newer)

If your phone is connected to the internet, try:

1. On the password entry screen, click Additional settings → Recovery through Mi Assistant.

2. Download Mi Assistant on PC and follow the instructions (confirmation will be required via the SMS/email).

Method 2: Use of the ADB (for MIUI 11 and older)

If Mi Assistant doesn’t help, try removing it. FRP through ADB:

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

2. Open the command line and type:

fastboot erase frp

3. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: On new versions MIUI (13+) This method may not work – Xiaomi has increased protection FRP.

Method 3: Firmware through EDL (last resort)

If nothing helps, you just have to run the phone through the phone. EDL-The mode (see section 3) will completely remove FRP, But it also erases all the data.

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Circumvention FRP Mi Note 10 gets more complicated with each new version MIUI. Starting with MIUI 13, most of the holes are closed, and the only reliable way is to run through the firmware. EDL or contacting the previous owner for account data.

6. Common mistakes and their solutions

When unlocking the Xiaomi Mi Note 10, users often encounter errors, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods worked, check:

Does the antivirus block the work of Mi Unlock Tool (add the utility to exceptions).

Is the phone connected to the original charger (sometimes unlocking requires power from the network)

- Are you using it? VPN or proxy (this may prevent authorization in the Mi Unlock Tool).

7.What to do after successful unlocking?

Once the bootloader is unlocked, new features open up for your Mi Note 10:

• 📱 Install custom firmware (LineageOS, Pixel Experience, crDroid).
• 🔧 Getting root rights through Magisk (allows you to delete system applications, configure the kernel, etc.).
• 🔄 Installation TWRP (custom recovery for backups and mod firmware).
• 🎯 Overclocking the processor or setting the battery through the cores of the FrancoKernel type.

However, keep in mind the risks:

Installation of unofficial firmware can lead to loss of warranty.

Some banking applications (for example, Sberbank Online) may not work on custom firmware due to the lack of SafetyNet.

- Incorrect firmware can cause problems with IMEI, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

If you plan to install TWRP, Use the official version for tucana:

fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_tucana.img


fastboot boot twrp-3.7.0_tucana.img

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)