How to unlock Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus without a tied Mi Account: the full guide 2026

Forgot the password from Mi Account or bought Xiaomi Redmi 5 Plus from hand, and the previous owner did not untie the account? Smartphone turned into a “brick”, requiring username and password even after resetting? This problem is familiar to thousands of users – on models 2017-2018 (including Redmi Note 5 and Mi A1), the Mi Account lock is implemented at the hardware level, and a standard reset via Recovery does not help.

In this article, we've got 5 working methods for unlocking without the original account, including formal and informal solutions. We'll look at the risks of each method, the tools you need, and the step-by-step instructions with pictures. Importantly, not all methods guarantee 100% results, because success depends on the firmware version, the status of the bootloader, and the history of the device.

If you're not sure about your technical skills, you should go to a service center, but if you're willing to take a risk, read on. Let's start with the safest option.

1.Official way: Unlocking through Xiaomi support

The most legal and safe method is to contact Xiaomi support with proof of ownership of the device, which is suitable if you lost access to your account, and not bought the phone “hands-on”.

📌 What's needed:

• 📄 Check or warranty card in the name of the account holder
• 📧 Access to email/phone linked to Mi Account
• 📱 IMEI Devices (you can find out via *#06#)
• 🖼️ Photo of the box with serial number (if any)

🔹 How to apply:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and select “Forgot Password.”
2. Enter your email/phone account and follow the recovery instructions.
3. If recovery is not possible, contact support via the feedback form by attaching scans of documents.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi may refuse to unlock if the documents do not match the account data, in which case only informal methods remain.

⏳ Consideration time: 3 days to 2 weeks, if you bought your phone with your hands, this is not the right way to go.

2 Unlock via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

If the Redmi 5 Plus previously unlocked a bootloader, you can try flashing the device through Fastboot mode. This method does not work if the bootloader is locked (check the status command fastboot oem device-info - if Device unlocked: false, the method does not work).

🛠 Essential tools:

• 💻 Windows computer 7/10/11
• 🔌 Cable USB (original or high-quality)
• 📦 Archive with official firmware for Redmi 5 Plus (Fastboot version)
• 🛠 Mi Flash Pro Programming

🔧 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Turn off the phone. Press Volume down + Power to enter the Fastboot (there will be a picture of a hare in a hat-eared).
2. Connect the device to your PC. Install drivers (if necessary) through Mi Phone Manager.
3. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic (for example, C:\ROM\redmi5_plus).
4. Open Mi Flash Pro, select the firmware folder, and press Refresh. The device must be determined.
5. At the bottom, select Clean all and click Flash.

⚠️ Warning: If the firmware is interrupted, the phone may turn into a brick. USB Do not restart your PC during the process!

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🔹 What to do if Mi Flash can’t see your device?

• Try another one. USB-port USB 2.0 on the back of the PC).
• Turn off the driver signature in Windows (instructions here).
• Use a different cable (cheap cables often don’t transmit data to Fastboot).

3. bypass Mi Account through EDL (emergency mode)

Method for experienced users. EDL-Emergency Download Mode allows you to flash your phone at a low level, bypassing the Mi Account lock. It works even with a blocked bootloader, but requires special equipment or paid services.

🔍 How it works EDL?

In this mode, the phone connects to the PC as Qualcomm 9008 (Redmi 5 Plus chipset – Snapdragon 625). Through utilities like Mi Flash or QFil, you can flash a modified firmware that removes the binding to the account.

💰 Methods of activation EDL:

🔧 Instructions for the hardware method (for advanced ones):

1. Take the phone apart (disassembly instructions here).
2. Find EDL contacts on the motherboard (usually signed or marked as TEST POINT).
3. Close the contacts with tweezers or wire, simultaneously connecting USB-plug-in.
4. The device manager should appear Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
5. Sweep the modified firmware through Mi Flash (select Clean all and lock).

⚠ Warning: Not all firmware for EDL You can delete Mi Account. You can look for versions marked No Auth or Bypass on forums like this. XDA.

4. Use of exploits (for older versions of MIUI)

On the firmware MIUI 9-10 (released before 2019) there are vulnerabilities that allow you to bypass the blocking of the account through ADB or special APK. For Redmi 5 Plus, the following methods are relevant:

🔓 Method 1: Through ADB (if debugging is on)

If the phone previously had USB debugging enabled, you can try resetting the password through commands:

adb shell


su




pm clear com.xiaomi.account




reboot

🔹 But: On new versions MIUI This method does not work – Xiaomi has closed the vulnerability.

🔓 Method 2: Mi Account Bypass Tool

For firmware up to MIUI 10.2, Mi Account Unlock Tool is suitable.

1. Download and install the utility on the PC.
2. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode.
3. Select the Redmi 5 Plus (vincent) model and follow the program instructions.

⚠️ Note: Most of the "free" Mi Account bypass utilities contain viruses or Trojans, XDA Developers).

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Before using any utility, check its hash (MD5) through VirusTotal. This will help you avoid PC infection.

5. Alternative methods: Buying an unlock or replacing a fee

If none of the above has worked, radical solutions remain:

💳 Paid unlocking services

There are online services that provide firmware files for money through EDL or Fastboot.

• 🌐 DC-Phoenix (from 500) ₽)
• 🌐 GSM-Forum (from 300) ₽)
• 🌐 Local service centers (price depends on the region)

⚠ Risks: Scammers may take money and not provide a working file.Search for reviews before paying.

🔧 Replacement of motherboard

If the phone is critically important and unlocking is impossible, you can replace the fee with a new one (without being tied to the Mi Account).

• Fee for Redmi 5 Plus: 3000-5000 ₽
• Work of the master: 1000–2000 ₽

🔹 Where to buy a fee?

Sites tested:

• 🛒 AliExpress (search by vincent code)
• 🛒 Avito (check compatibility with the IMEI)
• 🛒 Local service centers (sometimes sell used fees)

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Replacing the fee is the most reliable way, but it's expensive, and it's good if the phone is used for work or if it's storing important data.

6.How to avoid blocking Mi Account in the future

To avoid the problem again, follow the following simple rules:

🔐 Security advice:

• 📌 When buying a used phone, be sure to check the Mi Account undock (go to Settings). → Xiaomi account and try to log out).
• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware – new versions MIUI close vulnerabilities to circumvent.
• 📱 Don't sell a phone with a tied account. Do a reset via Settings. → Additionally. → Resetting settings before transferring the device.
• 🔐 Use the backup. email/account recovery phone.

📝 How to check if your account is untied before buying?

Ask the seller:

1. Exit from Mi Account in the settings.
2. Make reset to factory settings (Settings → Reset).
3. Turn on the phone and go through the initial setting without entering the login / password.

If after resetting the phone does not require an account, you can buy.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Redmi 5 Plus