How to reset the fitness bracelet Xiaomi Mi Band 4: 3 proven ways

The Xiaomi Mi Band 4 fitness bracelet remains one of the most popular wearables due to its combination of functionality and affordable price. However, even with such a reliable gadget, there are sometimes situations when you need a complete reset to the factory settings: the bracelet began to glitches, does not sync with the smartphone, locked down after a failed update or you decide to transfer it to a new owner. In this article, we will analyze all the working methods of reset, including hidden functions that are not written in the official documentation.

It is important to understand that the reset deletes all user data from the bracelet: steps, training, alarm settings and notifications, while the information in the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app (depending on the firmware version) can be saved - but only if the bracelet was linked to the account, and we will also explain how to restore communication with the bracelet after the reset without losing the activity history.

When do I need to reset Mi Band 4?

Not all problems require drastic measures. Before you drop the bracelet, check these points:

• 🔄 Not synced with your smartphone: try restarting your phone, update your Mi app Fit/Zepp turn on Bluetooth.
• 🔋 Battery discharges quickly: it may be the fault of the background app on the phone, which constantly interrogates the bracelet.
• 🔒 Locked after the update: sometimes it helps to just wait 10-15 minutes - the bracelet can restart itself.
• 📱 Notifications: Check the permissions for the Mi Fit app in your phone settings.

If these actions did not help, here are situations where resetting is necessary:

• 🚨 The bracelet is stuck on the logo or cyclically rebooted.
• 🔄 After the firmware update, artifacts appeared on the screen or the sensor does not respond.
• 🔒 You forgot. PIN-bracelet unlock.
• 📦 Plan to sell or transfer the bracelet to another person.

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet does not respond to touch and does not connect to the phone, do not try to disassemble it or heat it - this can damage the battery. In 90% of cases, forced resetting through a button helps (the method of disassembling it). №3 in this article).

Method 1: Reset via Mi Fit or Zepp Life

This is the safest and most recommended method if the bracelet still responds to commands, and the instructions are suitable for both versions of the application (depending on the region and version of the firmware of the bracelet).

Steps for Mi Fit:

1. Open the application and go to the Profile section → Mi Smart Band 4.
2. Scroll down and select Untie the device.
3. Confirm the action - the bracelet will automatically perform the reset.

Steps for Zepp Life:

1. Go to Profile → Mi Band 4 → Device settings.
2. Select Reset to factory settings.
3. Wait 1-2 minutes – the bracelet will reboot and show the welcome screen.

If the Reset option is not on the menu, upgrade to the latest version of the app. In older versions of Mi Fit (up to 4.6.0), this option could be hidden behind a long press on the bracelet icon in the main menu.

Turn off Bluetooth on your phone for 30 seconds

Re-link the bracelet to your account

Update the firmware to the latest version

Set up notifications and alarms-->

Method 2: Reset via the bracelet menu (if the sensor is working)

If the bracelet is touch-sensitive but not synced to the phone, you can reset directly from the screen, which works on all firmware versions, including Chinese (CN) and global (Global).

Instructions:

1. On the main screen of the bracelet, swipe up to open the menu.
2. Find the icon. ⚙️ Settings (usually at the bottom).
3. Scroll to Reset (may be called Reset or Restore).
4. Confirm the action - the bracelet will show the tick and reboot.

Some firmware has a hidden reset clause, if it's not:

• 🔍 Try to pinch the Settings icon for 3-5 seconds.
• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (press the sensor for 10 seconds), then repeat the search.

⚠️ Note: On bracelets with Chinese firmware (CN) The reset menu may be in Chinese. Look for the characters, that's what it is".

Method 3: Forced reset via hidden button (if bracelet does not respond)

It's an emergency method that works even if the bracelet is completely silent: it doesn't turn on, doesn't respond to charging, or it's stuck on the logo. It requires access to the charging contacts, which act as a hardware reset button.

Step-by-step:

1. Remove the bracelet capsule from the strap.
2. Look at the back side -- there's 2 gold pins to charge, and the right contact (when you look up at the bracelet) is responsible for the reset.
3. Take a paper clip or toothpick and close the right contact for 10-15 seconds on any metal surface (for example, on a key or a coin).
4. The bracelet should vibrate and show the Mi logo, which means that the reset was successful.

If the bracelet does not respond:

• 🔋 Check that it is charged (plug it into charging for 10 minutes).
• 🔄 Repeat the procedure by closing the contact for 20-25 seconds.
• 🛠️ If nothing helps, perhaps the fee is damaged - contact the service.

Through the Mi Fit/Zepp app

Through the wristband menu

Forced button reset

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What to do after resetting: setup and recovery of data

Once successfully reset, the bracelet will return to factory settings and require re-binding.

1. Tie the bracelet back up: Open Mi Fit or Zepp Life. Press Add device and select Mi Band 4. Follow the instructions on the screen - the bracelet should vibrate when synchronized successfully.

Update the firmware

Go to Device Profile → Firmware update. This will fix possible bugs and improve stability.

Recover the data.

If the bracelet was linked to a Xiaomi account, the activity history (steps, sleep, workouts) should be saved in the cloud.

If the data is not recovered:

• 🔄 Try to log out and re-enter Xiaomi account in the app.
• 📱 Check if synchronization is enabled in the bracelet settings (Settings) → Synchronization of data).
• ⏳ Wait 1-2 hours – sometimes the data is not downloaded immediately.

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If the bracelet does not find a phone to sync after reset, try turning off Bluetooth for 1 minute, then turn it back on, and check if the bracelet is connected to another device (for example, a tablet).

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users are not experiencing problems because of a malfunctioning bracelet, but because of the wrong actions when resetting.

• 🔌 Reset during firmware update: If you interrupt the upgrade process, the bracelet can turn into a brick. Always wait for the update to be completed (the screen will tick).
• 📱 Use old Mi Fit: Apps older than 2021 may not support Mi Band 4. Update Mi Fit to the latest version in Google Play or App Store.

Another common problem is that the bracelet doesn't want to get attached after it's dropped.

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If the bracelet does not turn on after reset for more than 10 minutes, connect it to charging for 30 minutes - sometimes the battery discharges to a level at which the device can not even start.

How to Prevent Problems with Mi Band 4 in the Future

To avoid having to reset your bracelet regularly, follow these tips:

• 📲 Update your firmware regularly: Xiaomi releases updates that fix bugs and improve stability. Check them every 1-2 months.
• 🔋 Don't discharge the bracelet to zero: Mi Band 4 lithium batteries don't like deep discharge. Bet on charging at 10-15% charge.
• 🚫 Do not install unofficial firmware: Castom firmware can block access to official updates and cause crashes.
• 📱 Clear the Mi Fit cache: Once every 3-4 months, go to your phone settings → Annexes → Mi Fit → Memory. → Clear the cache.

If you're actively using notifications, limit the number of notifications. Too many vibrations and screen updates reduce the time of the wristband. In Mi Fit settings, you can choose which apps to show notifications from and which ones not from.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Xiaomi Mi Band 4