How to Reset Your Password on Xiaomi Redmi 4A: A Complete Guide to Guaranteeing Results

Forgotten password on Xiaomi Redmi 4A — It's a problem that thousands of users are facing, whether it's a pattern lock, PIN-A code or a fingerprint, loss of access to a device can be a headache, especially if the phone holds important data. Fortunately, there are several official and informal methods of unlocking, but each has its own nuances and risks.

In this article, we will discuss in detail the three main ways to reset a password on Redmi 4A: through the Mi Account tied, using Recovery Mode mode, and through Fastboot. It is important to understand that some methods lead to complete data cleansing, so before you act, evaluate how critical the information on the device is. If the phone was synced with Mi Cloud, the chances of recovering data after the reset are much higher.

We also look at common mistakes that users make when trying to unlock, and give recommendations on how to avoid them. For example, many people do not know that after 5 failed attempts to enter a password, Xiaomi locks the device for 30 seconds, and after 10 – for 5 minutes. This is a rebound protection, but it can also complicate the unlock process.

If you're not sure about your technical skills, you should contact Xiaomi's service center, but for those who are willing to act on their own, our instruction will be a reliable helper, starting with the easiest and most secure method, unlocking through Mi Account.

1 Unblocking with Mi Account is the safest way

If your Redmi 4A was linked to your Mi Account (which happens automatically when you first turn on), you can reset your password without losing data.

• 📱 The device is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔑 Remember the username and password from Mi Account.
• 🔄 On the phone enabled the function Find the device in the account settings.

To use this method, follow the following steps:

1. On the lock screen, enter any password 5 times in a row until the message Forgot the password? or Unblock through Mi Account appears.
2. Click on this button and enter your Mi Account details (email or phone number + password).
3. Confirm unlocking via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
4. Set a new password or pattern lock.

If the Unblock button through Mi Account does not appear, it may mean that:

• 🚫 The device has the Internet down.
• 🔌 The phone is not tied to the Mi Account.
• 🔒 Find the device has been manually disabled.

⚠️ Note: If you are buying a Redmi 4A The previous owner could not have deleted his Mi Account, in which case unlocking through the account will not be possible without his data, which is one of the reasons why it is important to check if the account is undetached when buying used Xiaomi phones.

If this method didn’t work, we move on to a more radical solution: resetting through Recovery Mode.

2. Reset password via Recovery Mode - complete data cleanup

If Mi Account unlock is not available, you can reset Redmi 4A to factory settings, which removes all data from the device, including photos, contacts and installed apps, but it is guaranteed to unblock.

First, you need to enter Recovery Mode. On the Xiaomi Redmi 4A, it is done like this:

Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10 seconds)

Press Volume Up + Power and Hold 10-15 Seconds

Wait for the Mi logo to appear and release the buttons

Select the language (if the menu appears)

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After you log in to Recovery Mode, you will see a touch-controlled menu (on Redmi 4A, it supports the sensor).

1. Select Wipe Data (or Clear Data).
2. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data.
3. Wait until the process is completed (usually takes 1-2 minutes).
4. Press Reboot to reboot.

Once rebooted, the phone will be like new — you’ll need to reconfigure it, including linking it to Mi Account. If the device was synced to Mi Cloud before the reset, some of the data (contacts, notes, photos) can be restored after you log in.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware may require data entry after reset via Recovery, which was tied to the phone prior to cleaning.This is protection against theft. If you don't remember your account details, it will be impossible to unlock the phone without contacting the service center.

If for some reason you can not log into Recovery Mode (for example, the sensor does not work), the last option remains - unlock through Fastboot.

3 Unlocking via Fastboot – for experienced users

The Fastboot method is suitable for those who are ready to work with a computer and utilities Xiaomi.It also leads to a complete data cleanup, but in some cases it can be the only way out (for example, if the sensor does not work or the phone is stuck on the logo).

For this method you will need:

• 💻 Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Mi Flash Tool or Fastboot Teams.

Instructions:

1. Turn off Redmi 4A.
2. Press Volume Down + Power and hold until the image of a hare in a hat-eared (this is a sign of the Fastboot mode) appears.
3. Connect the phone to the computer.
4. Open the command prompt (cmd) and type: fastboot oem edl If the command doesn't work, try: fastboot flashing unlock
5. After successfully executing the command, the phone will reboot in EDL (Emergency Download Mode) mode, and you can flash it through the Mi Flash Tool with full cleaning.

This method requires an unlocked bootloader. If it is blocked, you will first have to obtain permission to unlock through the official Xiaomi website (the process can take up to 72 hours).

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect use of Fastboot commands can turn your phone into a brick. If you are not sure about your actions, you should consult a specialist. Also note that after you have been firmware through Fastboot, the warranty on the device can be canceled.

If none of these methods work, the last option is to go to the service center, but before you do that, check if there are still options to unlock.

4. Alternative Unlocking Methods (if nothing helps)

Sometimes standard methods don't work because of firmware or hardware problems, and you can try:

• 🔧 Dumping through ADB (Android Debug Bridge works if the phone is debugging enabled USB. Commands: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key adb shell rm /data/system/password.key adb reboot After rebooting, the password will be reset, but the data will be saved.
• 📱 Use of third-party utilities (such as Dr.Fone or Tenorshare) 4uKey). They're paid, but they automate the process.
• 🔄 Firmware through EDL (It requires special cable and firmware, suitable for "brick" phones.

Redmi 4A with MIUI 8/9 firmware sometimes works by hitting the emergency call button when you enter your password, then dialing ##7780## and confirming the reset. However, newer versions of MIUI have disabled the code.

If you've tried all the methods but your phone remains locked, there may be a hardware problem (e.g., a damaged memory chip), in which case only repairs at the service center will help.

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Before resetting your password, check if your phone is connected to Mi Cloud. Even after cleaning it completely, you can recover your data (photos, contacts, notes) by logging into your account on another device.

5. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many users make the same mistakes when trying to unlock Redmi 4A. Here are the most common ones:

• 🔋 Battery discharge during reset.If the phone turns off during the process, it can damage the firmware.Always check the charge (at least 50%) before manipulation.
• 🔌 Using a non-original cable. Cheap. USB-cables may not transmit data in Fastboot mode, which is why the computer does not see the phone.
• 📱 Wrong firmware choice. When you run through the Mi Flash Tool, it's important to download that version. MIUI, which is suitable for Redmi 4A (The code name for the device is rolex. The firmware from another model will lead to brick.
• 🔒 Forgotten Mi Account.If you don't remember the account details associated with the phone, unlocking through official methods will not be possible.

Another common problem is that the phone is not included in Recovery Mode, and it can be because of:

• Sticking buttons (especially Volume up).
• Damage to the button plume.
• Motherboard malfunction.

If the buttons don’t respond, try using them. ADB-recovery team:

adb reboot recovery

But this will only work if the USB debugging was enabled before the lock.

⚠️ Note: Some custom firmware (e.g. LineageOS) may not have the standard password reset method.

6. How to recover data after resetting the password

If you managed to unlock Redmi 4A, but the data was lost, there are several ways to recover it:

For the future: to avoid data loss, backups are made regularly. In MIUI, this can be done in the Settings menu → Additional → Backup and Reset. It is also useful to enable automatic synchronization with Mi Cloud (free of charge 5 GB of cloud storage is provided).

If encryption applications (such as AppLock) have been installed on the phone, it will be impossible to restore access to them after resetting - you will need to reinstall and configure again.

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The most reliable way to avoid data loss is to back up regularly, and even if you forget your password, syncing with Mi Cloud will allow you to quickly recover the most important information.

7.When to contact the service center

Despite the abundance of instructions, there are situations where self-unlocking the Redmi 4A is impossible or risky.

• 🔧 The phone does not respond to any button combinations (not included in Recovery or Fastboot).
• 📵 After reset, it requires Mi Account data that you don’t remember.
• 💥 The device turned into a “brick” (brick) after a failed firmware.
• 🔋 The phone is not switched on or constantly restarted.
• 🛠️ You need to save data, but all reset methods lead to their loss.

Official service centers Xiaomi can unlock the phone even without knowing the Mi Account, but this will require confirmation of purchase (check or warranty card).

If you bought the Redmi 4A hand-held, make sure the previous owner untie their Mi Account.Otherwise, unlocking it could cost more than the phone itself.

In Moscow and St. Petersburg, Xiaomi’s specialised unlocking services can bypass Mi Account without official confirmation, but these are semi-legal methods and the phone may lose its warranty.

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