Forgot the password from the Mi Account or bought a used Xiaomi smartphone with a tied profile? Resetting an account on a Chinese brand device is one of the most difficult procedures among Android devices. The fact is that the manufacturer has implemented multi-layered Find Device protection, which locks the phone after a hard reset if it was tied to the account. In this article, we will analyze all the working methods of 2026, from official deletion through password recovery to bypassing protection using engineering modes and third-party tools.
It’s important to understand that Xiaomi is constantly tightening security measures. Ways that worked in 2022-2023 (for example, fastboot reset on old firmware) can be closed today. We tested current methods on devices with MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS, including the Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5/F5 and Xiaomi 13/14. If your device is older than 2020, the chances of a successful reset without official confirmation are higher – but there are nuances here.
1.Official ways to reset your Mi Account
Let's start with legal methods that don't require hacking, which are good if you have access to an email or phone number that's linked to your account, or if the device isn't locked after a reset.
The most reliable way is to restore access through account.xiaomi.com.
- 🌐 Go to the login page and select “Forgot the password?»;
- 📧 Enter the email or phone number associated with the account;
- 🔑 Follow the instructions for receiving the confirmation code (by mail or by email). SMS);
- 🔄 Create a new password and log in to the device.
If you don’t have access to tied contacts but your phone is unlocked, try:
- 📱 Go to Settings → Accounts. → Mi Account;
- 🔗 Click “Delete Account” (you will need to enter your current password);
- 📲 Confirm the action through SMS email.
⚠️ Note: After deleting your account through settings, the device will automatically unlock, but all data (photos, messages, apps) will be deleted. Xiaomi requires a mandatory backup before this operation.
2.Reset via Recovery Mode: Does it work in 2026?
The classic Wipe Data Recovery Mode method on modern Xiaomi devices does not remove the binding to the Mi Account. After this procedure, the phone will require a username and password from the previous owner.
How to go to Recovery and make a reset:
- Turn off your smartphone.
- Press the button Power + Volume up for 10-15 seconds;
- In the menu, select Wipe Data. → Wipe All Data;
- Confirm the action and wait for the completion.
New devices (such as Xiaomi 14 Ultra or Redmi Note 13 Pro+) will have a lock screen after reset, requiring you to enter your Mi Account details.
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If after resetting via Recovery, the phone asks for a password from the Mi Account, do not try to enter random combinations. After 5 unsuccessful attempts, the device will lock for 24 hours.
3. Bypassing locks via Fastboot (for advanced)
The method is suitable for devices with unlocked bootloader or older models (until 2021 release), on new Xiaomi smartphones, this method is often blocked by the manufacturer’s server, but an attempt will not hurt.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux;
- 🔌 Cable USB (original or high-quality);
- 🛠️ Utilities. ADB and Fastboot;
- 📄 Firmware for your model (download from xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
Step-by-step:
1. Install Xiaomi and ADB/Fastboot drivers on PC.
2. Transfer the phone to Fastboot mode:
- Turn off the device;
- Press the power + Volume down;
- Connect to the PC.
3. In the command line, do:
fastboot oem unlock
(New devices will require you to link your account to your device in advance!)
4.Sweep custom Recovery (TWRP) or official firmware:
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
fastboot reboot recovery⚠️ Warning: On HyperOS devices (2026), fastboot oem unlock may not work without first unlocking the bootloader via the Mi Unlock Tool.This process requires an account to be linked to the device 72 hours before unlocking!
Install Xiaomi drivers on PC|Download the firmware for your model|Check the battery charge (minimum 50%)|Connect the original USB-cable|Disable the antivirus (can block it) ADB)-->
4.Use of engineering codes and hidden menus
Some Xiaomi models (especially MIUI 12-13) allow you to reset your account through an engineering menu, a method that doesn’t guarantee 100% results, but it’s worth the effort.
Try these combinations:
| Code. | Description | Models on which it works |
|---|---|---|
| ##3646633## | Engineering Menu (Engineer Mode) | Redmi 9/10, POCO X3, Mi 10 Lite |
| ##7378423## | Menu of service tests | Redmi Note 8/9 Pro, Mi 9T |
| ##4636## | Battery information and statistics | Most models on Android 10+ |
| ##284## | Sensor test (sometimes containing reset option) | POCO F1, Mi A2 |
If you can open the engineering menu, look for sections like:
- 🔧 MTK Settings → Connectivity → CDS Information;
- 📱 Device Test → Single Item Test → SIM Test;
- 🔄 Factory Reset (Hidden Option).
On some devices, after logging into the engineering menu, you can reset via the command:
AT + EGMR = 1.7 "xiao" (for MediaTek processors)
or
AT + EGMR = 1,10,xiao (for some models)What to do if the engineering menu is not opened?
5. Software Tools to Delete Mi Account
If the official methods don't work, you have to use third-party tools, and the risks are higher, from data loss to building up the device, and we tested a few tools and identified the most reliable ones.
Top.-3 Mi-account resetting program:
- 🛠️ Mi Account Unlock Tool – works with most models on the Internet MIUI 12-14 requires PC and cable USB. Supports the bypass of the lock through EDL-mode (emergency firmware).
- 🔓 Xiaomi Tool V2 — A universal tool for unlocking the bootloader and resetting the account. Suitable for devices on Qualcomm Snapdragon.
- 📱 MTK Bypass Tool – specializes in smartphones with MediaTek processors (for example, Redmi) 10A, POCO M4 Pro).
The general algorithm of work with such programs:
- Download the utility from the official website (avoid pirated versions!);
- Install Qualcomm or MediaTek drivers (depending on the processor);
- Transfer the phone to EDL-mode (usually by closing contacts on the board or via the adb reboot edl command);
- Connect the device to the PC and follow the program instructions.
⚠️ Note: Using third-party tools may result in loss of warranty and blocking IMEI. On HyperOS devices (2026), some utilities may not work due to updated Anti-Rollback protection.
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Before using third-party utilities, check out feedback on forums (like 4PDA or XDA Developers) for the past 2-3 months.Track methods are quickly becoming obsolete, and what worked in 2023 may be useless today.
6. Contact Xiaomi Support
If all the independent attempts fail, the official way is to appeal to Xiaomi, which is the longest, but also the safest method.
- 📄 Check or document confirming purchase;
- 📦 Box from the device (with serial number);
- 🆔 Passport or other identification document;
- 📧 Access to the email specified when you purchased (if you bought a new smartphone).
How to apply:
- Go to the Xiaomi support website.
- Select “Lost Access to Mi Account”
- Fill out the form by specifying the device IMEI (you can find it through *#06#);
- Attach scans of documents and wait for a response (usually 3-7 days).
If the device was bought by hand, the chances of unlocking are minimal. Xiaomi requires proof of ownership, and without a check or a sales contract, assistance is unlikely, in which case only finding the previous owner or buying a new device remains.
7. Alternative methods: risks and consequences
There are dozens of magical ways to reset your Mi Account online, from flashing it through the SP Flash Tool to using bugs in MIUI, most of which are either outdated or carry serious risks. Consider the most common ones and their pitfalls.
High-risk methods:
- 🔥 Firmware through SP Flash Tool – can lead to loss IMEI or "brick" of the device if the wrong version of the firmware is selected;
- 🕳️ Use of exploits in MIUI — It only works on specific versions of the firmware (e.g., a vulnerability in the MIUI 12.0.3);
- 🔌 Closing contacts on the board - requires disassembly of the device and can damage the motherboard;
- 📡 Substitution IMEI — illegal in most countries and leads to a network block.
If you are still willing to experiment, follow the rules:
- 🔋 Charge the device to 100%;
- 💾 Create a backup copy through ADB Backup (if the phone is unlocked);
- 🔍 Check the processor model (through the CPU-Z or AIDA64);
- 📌 Use only firmware designed for your model and region.