It's quite common for users to forget their account password or buy a device with FRP (Factory Reset Protection) active protection on hand. In the Xiaomi and Google ecosystem, this protection is implemented as tightly as possible, which creates serious problems when trying to unlock the phone. If you just reset the settings through the menu, the next time you turn on, the system will require you to enter the data of the last synchronized account.
Many owners of Redmi and POCO smartphones mistakenly believe that deleting an account from the settings menu before a reset is a formality that can be ignored, a fatal mistake that leads to device locking. Google account binding is the main tool for protecting against theft, and it is almost impossible to get around it without losing data or using special methods with standard means.
In this detailed guide, we will look at all the nuances of the detachment procedure, methods for restoring access and actions in case you are blocked outside the system. We will look at both standard methods through settings, and more complex scenarios that require carefulness and accurate adherence to algorithms. Remember that incorrect actions can lead to complete failure of the gadget.
Why is there a blocking of Google account on Xiaomi
FRP was introduced by Google a few years ago and has become a mandatory standard for all manufacturers working with the Android operating system, the main purpose of this technology is to make the stolen phone useless for an attacker. Even if the thief performs a full reset, the device turns into a brick before the correct user credentials are entered.
On Xiaomi smartphones, the situation is aggravated by the presence of its own MIUI shell and the Mi Cloud service. Often users confuse the Google account and the Mi Account. If the device is signed in to both services, the lock can be double.
⚠️ Note: If you bought a phone with your hands and when you turn it on, it requires you to enter the email and password of the previous owner, this means that the seller did not perform the detachment procedure.
There are several scenarios where you need to interfere with your accounts, most often selling a device, passing it to your family, or simply forgetting your password after a long period of downtime, and each of these scenarios will have different algorithms, but understanding how the device is linked will help you avoid errors.
Preparation of the device before resetting settings
The most important step is preparation. If you have access to the smartphone menu and you remember the passwords, the procedure will go smoothly and without loss of functionality, and ignoring this step will lead to the fact that after the reboot you will see a welcome screen requiring authorization.
First, you need to make sure that the device is connected to the network. This can be Wi-Fi or mobile Internet. Without access to the servers of Google and Xiaomi, the unbundling process may not end correctly, because the sync status will not update in the cloud. Open settings and go to the section with accounts.
Consistently follow the following steps to completely clean the bindings:
- 📱 Go to Settings and find Accounts and Sync (or just Accounts).
- 📧 Select a Google account, click on it and select Delete or Sign Out.
- ☁️ Find an account in the Mi list, log in if necessary and click Leave, confirming the deletion of data from the device.
- 📲 Don’t forget to check the Other accounts section where social media or messenger profiles may remain.
☑️ Checklist before reset
Only after the list of accounts in the settings is empty can you start resetting.Factory Reset in this case will be clean, and the first time you turn on the phone will suggest configuring it as new, without requiring old passwords.This is the only guaranteed way to avoid FRP problems.
Instructions: Staff reset via menu settings
If you successfully delete all the accounts described in the previous section, you can perform a reset, which is suitable for those who want to sell a phone or fix software bugs without resorting to complex manipulation of the buttons.
Go to Settings → About your phone. Find Reset (may be called Advanced Settings in some versions of MIUI) and the system will warn you that all data will be deleted. This applies to photos, contacts, apps and settings.
| Action. | Description | Risk of data loss |
|---|---|---|
| Resetting settings | Return of all parameters to factory | Complete (100%) |
| Deletion of accounts | Decoupling from cloud services | No (only on the device) |
| Clearing the cache | Deletion of temporary files | Minimum |
| Hard Reset | Resetting buttons (Recovery) | Complete (100%) |
Once confirmed, the phone will restart and begin the cleaning process. The latency depends on the amount of memory used, and can be from 5 to 15 minutes. Do not interrupt the process and do not remove the battery if it is not removable.
What to do if the phone asks for the lock screen password?
Hard Reset Method with Recovery Mode
When menu access is not possible due to freezes or a forgotten unlock password, Recovery is used. On Xiaomi smartphones, this mode is entered by a combination of buttons when the device is off, a cruder method that is guaranteed to delete data.
To enter, press the Volume Up button and the Power button at the same time. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then release the power button, while continuing to keep the volume, and you will see a menu with several items in English or Chinese.
Use the volume buttons for up/down navigation and the power button to confirm the selection:
- 🔼/🔽 Navigation: Select the Wipe Data option.
- ✅ Confirmation: Press the power, then select Wipe All Data.
- 🔄 Reboot: After the process is complete, select Reboot → Reboot to System.
⚠️ Note: When resetting via Recovery, Google’s security system may consider this an attempt at unauthorized access.If the account was not deleted in advance through the settings, after turning on, you will encounter a screen check. FRP.
It's important to understand the difference between Wipe Data and Wipe Cache: the first one deletes user data, the second one only temporary system files, the complete reset is Wipe Data, and if after this procedure the phone requires an account that you don't remember, the situation gets complicated.
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If the Recovery menu is in Chinese, look for icons or item sequence numbers. Usually, Wipe Data is the second or third item on top. Be careful not to pick the wrong option.
FRP (Google Factory Reset Protection)
If the lock has already occurred and you see a screen requiring you to enter your email and password, the situation requires composure. Officially, Google does not provide tools to reset this password without access to your account, as this is contrary to the concept of security, but there are legal solutions.
The first and most reliable way is to restore access to your account. Use your computer or another phone, go to the Google account recovery page, and if you have access to the phone number or backup email associated with that account, you can reset your password and log in to the locked device.
When an account is lost permanently, users often look for ways to bypass, and bypass methods are often based on vulnerabilities in specific versions of Android and MIUI, such as activating TalkBack or using special combinations in date and time settings.
The main difficulties that can be faced:
- 🔒 Security Version: Google Releases Monthly Security Patches That Cover Holes Through Which the Bypass Was Performed.
- 📶 Lack of network: Wi-Fi is often required for initial setup, but connecting to a known network can block some bypass methods.
- 📱 Device model: Methods running on the Redmi Note 9 may not work POCO X3 because of the differences in firmware.
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The most reliable way to avoid blocking FRP is to always delete your Google account through settings before any kind of reset, a rule that applies to all Android smartphones.
Unbundling Mi Account and Cloud Services
In addition to Google, Xiaomi devices are also heavily protected by its own system, which allows you to track the location of the device, block it remotely and erase data. If you sell a phone, be sure to untie it from the Mi Cloud, otherwise the new owner will not be able to use it fully.
Check the status of the binding on the official website i.mi.com. Go to the device section and remove your smartphone from the list of trusted. This action will break the link between the hardware and the cloud. If the new owner already has the phone, ask him to provide an IMEI (on the box or under the battery) to untie the device remotely.
The process of removing via the phone menu looks like this:
- Open the Settings. → Mi Account.
- Click Out at the bottom of the screen.
- Enter the password from the Mi Account for confirmation.
- Select the option to Delete Data from the Device if you plan to reset.
Ignoring this step will cause the phone to request a password from the Mi Account when it is turned on, and unlike Google, password recovery is done through Xiaomi services, and if the phone number is also lost, it will be extremely difficult to unlock the device even through support.