How to Reset Xiaomi Account: All Ways to Delete Mi Account

Resetting a tied Mi Account on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones can be necessary in a variety of situations: from preparing the device for sale to unlocking after buying a used phone with someone else's profile. The main problem is that the manufacturer actively protects user data, so the standard deletion of an account through settings is often blocked by the system. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to reset Mi Account in 2026, including official and alternative methods, and also tell you how to avoid locking the device after the procedure.

It's important to understand that the procedure is different depending on whether you remember the login details (login/password) or the phone is purchased with an already attached account. In the first case, the reset will take 5 minutes, in the second case, it will require additional manipulations with the Fastboot, Mi Unlock Tool or even contacting support. We will describe each scenario in detail so that you can choose the best option without the risk of "bricking" the device.

1. When is a Mi Account Reset required?

Linking to Mi Account is not just data synchronization, but part of Xiaomi’s security system, and these are typical situations when users face the need to reset:

• 📱 Buying a used phone with a tied someone else’s account (the seller did not untie the device or forgot the data).
• 🔄 Preparation for sale – delete all personal data, including the link to the Mi Cloud.
• 🔒 Blocking after reset – if you make Hard Reset through Recovery without detachment of the account, the phone will require entering the username / password of the previous owner.
• 🛡️ Forgotten data – the user has lost access to the mail or phone number associated with the account.
• 📦 Synchronization errors – the account is “hung” in the system, and it cannot be deleted by standard methods.

The most common problem is locking after reset (called FRP-lock, or Factory Reset Protection), which occurs when the Find Device function is enabled in the settings, in which case, even after Wipe Data, the phone will require the data of the old account, and the only way to solve the problem is by completely removing the binding before reset or through special tools like the Mi Unlock Tool.

2.Official method: deletion of the account through settings

If you know the username and password from Mi Account and the phone is not locked, use this method. It is the easiest and most secure, since it does not require unlocking the bootloader or working with Fastboot.

The instructions are relevant for all modern devices Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO based on MIUI 12/13/14:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Mi Account depending on the firmware version).
2. Select your Mi Account profile (usually displayed at the top of the list).
3. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Delete Account.
4. Enter the password from the account for confirmation.
5. Confirm the deletion – the phone will automatically break communication with the Mi Cloud.

After that, you can safely perform Hard Reset via Settings → About Phone → Reset or Recovery. The device will not lock, since the account binding has already been deleted.

⚠️ Note: If two-factor authentication is enabled in your account settings (2FA), Removal will require the entry of a code from SMS You can't reset your account without access to the second factor, you'll have to restore access through Xiaomi's support service.

3. Fastboot reset: if you forget your password or your phone is locked

If you don't remember the login details or your phone is already locked after reset, you'll have to use Fastboot mode, which requires unlocking the bootloader and working with your computer, but allows you to delete your account even without knowing your login/password.

Important: the procedure is only suitable for devices that do not unlock the bootloader. If the Bootloader is already unlocked (for example, after firmware custom Recovery), you can immediately move to step 3.

Step-by-step:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the official Mi Unlock Tool tool: 🖥️ Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website. 📱 Turn on the developer mode on the phone (7 times click on the version) MIUI at the Settings → The phone). 🔓 Activate. OEM Unlock and Debugging by USB in Developer Settings. 🔗 Link your device to your Mi Account in Mi Unlock Tool (wait 72–168 hours if you have a new account).
2. Turn your phone into Fastboot mode: Turn off the device. Press the Power button + Volume down until the Fastboot logo appears.
3. Delete your account via command: Connect your phone to your PC via USB. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with the Mi Unlock Tool. Follow the command: fastboot erase frp Reboot the device with the command: fastboot reboot

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi Mi) A1/A2 With pure Android, fastboot erase frp doesn't work, so you'll have to completely reflash the device through the Mi Flash Tool with the bootloader unlocked, and that will cause you to lose all your data, but it's guaranteed to remove the link to your account.

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If the phone still requires account data after the fastboot erase frp command, try to perform the fastboot erase userdata additionally, which will completely clear the partition with user data, but will not affect the system files.

4.Reset via Recovery: If Fastboot doesn't help

If unlocking through Fastboot didn’t work (for example, because of a blocked bootloader), you can try to delete your account through custom Recovery (for example, TWRP), which is suitable for advanced users, since it requires installing an informal recovery.

The advantage of this method is that you do not have to wait for the bootloader to unlock (if it is already unlocked), but there are also risks: wrong actions can lead to a “brick” (inoperability) of the device.

Instructions:

1. Install TWRP Recovery for your model (you can download it at twrp.me).
2. Download the phone to Recovery (clamp Power + Volume up).
3. In TWRP, go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Delete the following files: /data/system/gesture.key /data/system/locksettings.db /data/system/locksettings.db-wal /data/system/locksettings.db-shm

Reset the device.

If the phone still requires your account data after the reboot, try formatting the data partition into TWRP (Wipe → Format Data) further, which will result in complete data loss, but will remove all traces of the Mi Account binding.

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Using TWRP is the most reliable way to remove Mi Account on devices with an unlocked bootloader, but it requires caution. Incorrectly deleting system files can make the phone inoperable.

5. Contact Xiaomi Support: The Official Way

If all independent attempts to reset the account failed, the last option is to contact Xiaomi support.

• 📄 You have documents on the phone (check, warranty card) confirming the ownership of the property.

Procedure for application:

1. Go to the Xiaomi Support website.
2. Select Unlock Device or Account Issues.
3. Fill out the form with: IMEI phone (you can find out via *#06# or on the box), Serial number (under the battery or in the settings), Proof of purchase (photo check, warranty card).

Wait for the response from the support (usually 1-3 working days).

Follow the instructions that will be sent to the post office (you may need to visit the service center).

Xiaomi is very strict on security issues, and without supporting documents, the chances of unlocking are minimal, and in some cases, payment for a service may be required (for example, if the phone is purchased abroad and does not have an official warranty in your region).

⚠️ Warning: If you buy a phone with your hands, always check if it is untied from the Mi Account. ask the seller to reset your settings and make sure that after rebooting the device does not require login/password input. Otherwise, unlocking can cost 30-50% of the cost of the phone (through informal services).

Alternative methods: risks and warnings

On the Internet you can find many “magic” ways to reset Mi Account – from the use of paid programs to firmware through the Internet. EDL-But most of them either don't work or they carry serious risks. Let's take a look at the most common ones and explain why they're best avoided.

The only relatively safe alternative is to run through Fastboot with complete data erasure.

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the MIUI Downloads website.
2. Unpack the archive and put the files in a folder with the Mi Flash Tool.
3. Download the phone to Fastboot and connect to the PC.
4. In the Mi Flash Tool, select the Clean All option and start firmware.

This is guaranteed to delete all data, including account binding, but will require an unlocked bootloader. On newer models (Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12), this method may not work due to enhanced security.

7. How to avoid Mi Account problems in the future

In order not to face the need to reset your account, follow the simple rules:

• 🔑 Always untie your account before selling – reset through Settings → Mi Account → Delete the account.
• 📝 Save login data – write down your login/password in a secure location (for example, in a password manager).
• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware – new versions MIUI Often closes vulnerabilities that can be used to bypass the lock.
• 🛡️ Don’t buy handsets without checking – ask the seller to reset before buying and make sure the device doesn’t require account details.
• 📧 Link backup email – in Mi Account settings add an additional email to restore access.

If you often sell or buy used Xiaomi phones, check out the Anti-Theft feature, which automatically locks the device when it is reset, unless it is disabled in advance, to deactivate it:

1. Go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Protection against theft.
2. Turn off the Lock option after resetting.
3. Enter the password from Mi Account for confirmation.

This will save the new owner from having to unlock through support.

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The best protection against Mi Account problems is prevention: Always check your account status before buying a used phone and untie your device before selling it, which will save you time and nerves.

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