How to completely delete your Mi Account Xiaomi Redmi 4X: 5 working ways

Resetting the Mi Account on Xiaomi Redmi 4X is a task that users face when selling a device, buying a used phone or after a forgotten password. The peculiarity of the Redmi 4X model (codename santoni) is rigidly tied to the Xiaomi ecosystem: without correctly deleting the account, the phone can lock after resetting to factory settings, requiring the username and password of the previous owner. In this article, we will analyze all the current methods - from official to technical bypasses - taking into account the specifics of MIUI firmware for this model.

It is important to understand that the procedure is different from the standard reset via Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset. This is specifically about breaking the connection between the device and Xiaomi servers, which requires additional actions. If you purchased a Redmi 4X from hand and can not contact the previous owner, some methods will help to bypass the lock without losing functionality (but with risks for warranty).

Why you can't just reset the settings

Many users mistakenly believe that Hard Reset via Recovery Mode will completely clear the phone from being tied to a Mi Account, which in practice only works if:

• 🔄 The account was untied before being reset via Settings → Mi Account. → Exit;
• 📱 The device is not tied to the Find Device function (similar to Find iPhone");
• 🔐 The phone was not in Anti-Theft mode).

Otherwise, after the reboot, you will see a message saying, "This device is tied to Mi Account. Enter password to unlock." On Redmi 4X, this lock is implemented at the bootloader level, so you can't get around it "on the fly" - you will need special tools or contact the service center.

Official method: deletion of the account through settings

If you have access to a Mi Account (you remember your username/password or can restore it), use this method. It is the most secure and does not require technical skills. MIUI 8-12 (last official firmware for Redmi) 4X):

1. Open the Settings. → Mi Account.
2. Scroll down and press Exit.
3. Enter your account password (if requested).
4. Confirm the output – the phone will automatically unplug from Xiaomi servers.
5. Perform a factory reset via Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset → Reset settings.

Once the device is rebooted, it will be completely clean. This is guaranteed to work, but only if you have access to your account. If your password is lost, try to restore it through account.xiaomi.com (you will need a linked email or phone number).

Reset via Recovery Mode (if you forget your password)

If you lose your account, but your phone is not locked on your password screen, you can try resetting your settings via Recovery Mode. On Redmi 4X, this method works with a 50% probability, depending on the firmware version and Anti-Theft lock status.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power + Volume buttons up at the same time until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage by volume buttons, confirm by power button).
4. After resetting, restart the device (Reboot).

⚠️ Note: If you request Mi Account password after the reboot, this method did not work. EDL-treatment or treatment at a service center.

Unofficial methods: bypassing the blocking of Mi Account

If the official ways haven't worked, then there are alternatives, and they fall into two categories:

• 🔧 Software – use of utilities such as Mi Flash Tool or SP Flash Tool for Reflashing;
• 🔨 Hardware – working with test points on the motherboard (requires disassembly of the phone).

Consider the most affordable software method, Fastboot firmware, which is suitable for Redmi 4X with an unlocked bootloader (if previously unlocked via Mi Unlock Tool).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi 4X (select the Fastboot version).
2. Unpack the archive in a folder on your computer.
3. Install Mi Phone Manager and ADB/Fastboot drivers.
4. Put the phone in Fastboot mode: turn it off, then press Power + Volume down.
5. Connect Redmi 4X to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
6. In the program, select the firmware folder and press Flash.

⚠️ Note: Fastboot erases all data, but does not guarantee 100% deletion of Mi Account. If the phone was linked to an account with Find Device enabled, the lock may persist. EDL.

Hardware reset: working with test points

This method requires disassembling the phone and is used in service centers. 4X It's a locked bootloader, where the software doesn't work. EDL-mode through the closure of contacts on the board.

What you need:

• 🔧 Screwdriver. T3 and plastic mediator to open the body;
• 🔌 Tweezers or point-closing needles;
• 💻 Computer with Qualcomm drivers and Mi Flash Tool;
• 📄 Firmware in.mbn format for Redmi 4X.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrectly closing points can damage the motherboard. If you are not sure of your skills, you should consult a specialist. ~1500–30 rubles.

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Before disassembling the phone, take a picture of the location of the plumes and screws, which will help to avoid errors in the assembly and prevent damage to the connectors.

What to do if nothing helps

If all of these methods fail, there are two options:

1. Contact Xiaomi Service Center – Official partners can remove the lock on the purchase documents (if the phone is not blacklisted).
2. Purchase of an authorized account – on forums (for example, 4PDA) accounts with EDL rights are sold, which allow you to flash your phone without locks.

Also check the status of the device on the Mi Verify website. If the Redmi 4X is listed as stolen (Blacklist), it will not be possible to unlock it - the phone will remain a brick.

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Before buying a used Xiaomi Redmi 4X, always check the status of the device through IMEI. This will save you from buying a locked phone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting Mi Account