Reset Xiaomi Mi Band 6 to factory settings: all methods and life hacks

Xiaomi Mi Band 6 is one of the most popular fitness bracelets, but even it sometimes requires a complete reset. It may have started to glittle after the update, stopped syncing with the smartphone or you just want to sell it and delete all personal data. In this article, we will discuss all the working methods of reset, including hidden features that are not written in the official documentation.

It's important to understand that resetting the Mi Band 6 isn't just a reboot. It deletes all settings, training data, notifications and linking to your Xiaomi account. If you don't prepare in advance, you can lose months of statistics. So before you start, check if your data is saved to the Mi Fit or Zepp Life cloud.

We tested each method on different firmware versions (including the latest updates from 2023 to 2026) and found nuances that even experienced users keep silent about: For example, did you know that resetting through a button on the case does not work on all bracelets? Or that after reset via the application, sometimes you need to re-attach to the account?

1.When do you need to reset the Mi Band 6?

Don't rush to reset the bracelet when you have the first problem, and most of the time, a simple reboot or firmware update helps, but there are situations where factory reset is the only solution.

• 🔄 The bracelet stuck on the logo after the update and does not respond to charging.
• 📱 Cannot tie the bracelet to the new smartphone (error "The device is already tied").
• 🔋 The battery is discharged in a few hours, although it used to hold a week.
• 🚫 The bracelet does not sync data with the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app.
• 🔒 You sell or transfer the bracelet to another person and want to delete all personal data.

If your problem doesn’t make it to this list, try other methods first.

• 🔄 Reset the bracelet (press the touch button for 10 seconds).
• 📲 Update the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app to the latest version.
• 🔌 Check charging: sometimes glitches occur due to low battery levels.

⚠️ Note: If the bracelet does not turn on even after reset, the problem may be a hardware malfunction (for example, a bloated battery or a damaged plume.

Preparation for resetting: how to save data

Resetting to factory settings removes all data from the bracelet, including:

• 📊 Exercise statistics (steps, calories, pulse).
• ⏰ Alerts and reminders settings.
• 🔔 Notification history (calls, SMS, messengers).
• 🔑 Linking to Xiaomi account.

To avoid losing important information, follow these steps:

1. Sync your data with the cloud: Open the Mi Fit or Zepp Life app. Go to the bracelet profile. Click Sync and wait until it's done.

Take screenshots of important screens

Write down the alarm clock settings.

If the bracelet is not synchronized, try:

• 📱 Reinstall the Mi app Fit/Zepp Life.
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone and bracelet.
• 🌐 Change Wi-Fi network (sometimes synchronization problems are related to the traffic block by the provider).

⚠️ Note: If you use Mi Band 6 with unofficial firmware (such as Amazfit or custom), a reset may result in a "brick" (the bracelet will stop turning on). ADB.

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If the bracelet has not synced for several days, try to tie it to another smartphone (for example, a friend or relative) and sync from there.

3. Method 1: Reset via Mi Fit or Zepp Life

This is the safest and most recommended method, as it does not require manipulation of buttons and works even on bracelets with a discharged battery (if they are still turned on).

Instructions for Mi Fit:

1. Open the application and go to the Profile section → Mi Smart Band 6.
2. Scroll down and select Untie the device.
3. Confirm the action - the bracelet will automatically perform the reset.

Instructions for Zepp Life (if you use this firmware):

1. Go to Profile. → Mi Band 6.
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Remove the device.
3. Confirm the removal, the bracelet will reset.

After that, the bracelet will automatically reboot and show the welcome screen, as after the purchase, and now it can be linked to a new account or the same.

⚠️ Warning: If the bracelet does not turn on after resetting through Zepp Life, try to pinch the touch button for 15 seconds - this will force the device to restart.

Check the synchronization of data|Charge the bracelet to at least 50%|Remember the alarm clock settings|Make sure your smartphone is connected to the internet-->

Method 2: Hardware reset via button on bracelet

If the bracelet doesn't connect to the phone or the app can't see the device, you can reset the case, which works even without a smartphone, but requires strict adherence to the instructions.

Step-by-step:

1. Remove the bracelet from your hand and unplug the strap (so as not to interfere).
2. Find the touch button (under the screen) on the case.
3. Hold it for 10-15 seconds until you feel the vibration and see the Mi logo.
4. Release the button and the bracelet will start the reset process (it will take ~20 seconds).
5. After the reboot, you will see the welcome screen.

If the bracelet does not respond:

• 🔋 Check the battery charge (minimum level for resetting is 10%).
• 🔌 Connect the bracelet to charging and try again.
• 🧲 If the button doesn’t work, try tapping the body easily (sometimes helps when the sensor sticks).

On bracelets with firmware version 1.0.6.54 and later, the hardware reset may not work the first time - you need to repeat the procedure 2-3 times in a row.

5. Method 3: Resetting through a hidden menu of engineering settings

This method is suitable for advanced users, as it requires access to hidden bracelet functions, and is useful if standard methods do not work or you need to reset only a part of the settings (for example, the Bluetooth network).

How to open the engineering menu:

1. Go to the main screen of the bracelet.
2. Swipe up to open the menu.
3. Find the Settings section → The bracelet.
4. Slip the firmware version number 5 times in a row (as on Android smartphones).
5. The Engineer Mode menu will appear.

In the engineering menu, select:

• Reset All – a complete reset (analogue of factory settings).
• Reset BT – Reset Bluetooth settings (useful if the bracelet is not connected to the phone).
• Clear Data – Delete user data (without resetting firmware).

Once you have selected the option, the bracelet will reboot. If the menu is in English, use an interpreter or focus on the icons.

⚠️ Warning: Do not change other options in the engineering menu unless you know their purpose! Incorrect settings can cause the bracelet to fail (for example, changing the frequency of Bluetooth or display parameters).

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The engineering menu is not available on all firmware versions. If nothing happens after 5 taps, your bracelet does not support this method.

Method 4: Reset via ADB (for power users)

If the bracelet is completely locked (does not respond to buttons, does not turn on), you can try resetting through the ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method requires a PC, USB-cable and some technical skills.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Installed drivers ADB and Fastboot.
• 📱 Bracelet with a charge of at least 30%.

Instructions:

1. Connect the bracelet to your PC via a charger (use the USB-A → Micro-USB adapter if needed).
2. Open the command prompt (CMD) and type: Adb devices If the bracelet is determined, move to the next step. If not, install the drivers.
3. Reset command: Adb shell am start -a android.intent.action.MASTER_CLEAR
4. Wait for the bracelet to reboot (~1-2 minutes).

If the team fails, try an alternative method:

adb shell recovery --wipe_data

After resetting the bracelet will be as new, but all data will be deleted without the possibility of recovery.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB Unofficial firmware can lead to loss IMEI (if the bracelet supports LTE) Or sensor errors, do it at your own risk!

7. Method 5: Resetting through Xiaomi Service Center

If none of the methods worked, or the bracelet is physically damaged (for example, after a fall or water hit), you can contact the official service.

• 🔧 The bracelet does not turn on even after charging.
• 💧 Liquid got under the screen (divorces appeared or the device does not respond to touching).
• 🔋 The battery swelled (seems to deform the body).
• 🔄 After resetting the bracelet cyclically reloads.

How to contact the service:

1. Find the nearest authorized Xiaomi service center.
2. Take with you: Bracelet with charging cable, check or confirmation of purchase (if there is a guarantee), passport (for the application).

Describe the problem in as much detail as possible (e.g., “After upgrading to 1.0.7.14, the bracelet hangs on the logo”).

Cost of repair:

If the bracelet is warranty, repairs must be free (provided that the breakdown is not your fault).The warranty period for the Mi Band is 6 - 12 months from the date of purchase.

8. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even with the right reset, users often face problems, and here are the most common mistakes and solutions:

• 🔄 The bracelet is not reset via the app: Check that the bracelet is tied to your account (sometimes you need to re-sign in to Mi Fit). Update the app to the latest version. Try tying the bracelet to another smartphone.
• 📱 Once reset, the bracelet doesn't connect to the phone: Remove the bracelet from the Bluetooth device list in your smartphone settings. Reboot the phone. Turn on the plane mode for 10 seconds, then turn off the phone.
• 🔋 Bracelet discharges too quickly after reset: Calibrate the battery: discharge the bracelet to 0%, then charge to 100% without interruptions. Turn off the permanent pulsemeter in the settings. Check if there are background apps that drain the charge.

If the bracelet does not show notifications after reset, check:

• 📲 Permits for Mi Fit/Zepp Life in the settings of the smartphone.
• 🔔 Notification settings in the application itself (Notifications section).
• 🔄 Synchronizing the bracelet with the phone (sometimes it helps to reconnect the bracelet).

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If the bracelet is unstable after reset, try rolling back the firmware to the previous version. To do this, download the old firmware from the 4PDA forum and run through ADB.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions