How to Reset Your Password on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: The Complete 2026 Guide

Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-code 9T? Can't log in after you buy a used phone? This is a situation that many users know, and it's not as scary as it sounds. 9T You can use a number of different methods, from official methods through Mi Account to technical solutions through Fastboot or Recovery Mode. The main thing is to choose the right option depending on your situation and level of training.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to unlock the Xiaomi Redmi 9T, including the nuances for different versions of MIUI (12, 13, 14). You will learn how to bypass the lock without losing data, what to do if the phone does not connect to Mi Account, and how to avoid common errors. And if you are afraid of damaging the device, do not worry: each method is accompanied by step-by-step instructions with explanations.

⚠️ Important: Some methods require pre-binding Mi Account or enabled debugging. USB. If you bought the phone with your hands, check with the previous owner, whether the account is tied Xiaomi – this will make it easier to unlock.

1. Reset password through Mi Account (official method)

The safest and most recommended way is to use a Xiaomi account that works even if you don’t remember the lock screen password, but remember the Mi Account login details. MIUI It does not require technical skills.

How it works: Xiaomi’s system allows you to reset your screen lock via a web interface if your device is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network). Once you confirm your identity, you will get access to your phone without losing data.

• 🔹 Suitable for: Users who remember the username/password from Mi Account and have access to the Internet on their phone.
• 🔹 Not suitable if: Xiaomi account is not tied, phone is not connected to the network or blocked after resetting settings.
• 🔹 Execution time: 5-10 minutes.
• 🔹 Data loss: no (unless the reset to factory settings was performed).

Step-by-step:

1. On the locked screen of Redmi 9T, click the Forgot Password button.
2. Sign in with Mi Account (Sign in with Mi Account)
3. Enter the email or phone number associated with your Xiaomi account and password.
4. Confirm your login via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
5. Follow the instructions on the screen to reset the lock password.

⚠️ Note: if after entering data from Mi Account, the phone asks for confirmation via SMS, But the message doesn't come, check it out:

• - correctness of the phone number in the account;
• Internet connection (try to connect to another Wi-Fi network)
• — Does the operator not block SMS Xiaomi (sometimes it helps to change) SIM-map).

2 Unlocking through Find Device (remote reset)

If you can’t log in on the phone itself, but you have access to a computer or other device, you can use Xiaomi’s Find Device service, which allows you to remotely unlock the Redmi 9T, erase data, or even locate it (if the phone is lost).

The advantage of this method is that you don't have to physically interact with the locked device, but you do need to:

• - an active Mi Account linked to the phone;
• Find Device enabled in Redmi 9T settings
• Connecting your phone to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network).

Instructions for unlocking through Find Device:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in to your Xiaomi account.
2. In the menu, select Find Device (Find Device).
3. The map will show your Redmi 9T (if it's on and connected to the network).
4. In the window that opens, select Unlock Device.
5. Confirm the action via SMS or email.
6. Wait for a notification of successful unlocking (can take up to 5 minutes).

⚠️ Warning: If the phone requires you to enter the old password after unlocking through Find Device, try restarting the device.

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If you don’t have access to your computer, you can use the Mi Cloud app on another smartphone (Android/iOS) to unlock through Find Device.

3. Recovery Mode reset (hard reset)

If previous methods failed or the Mi Account is not tied, the hardware reset via Recovery Mode is left, which removes all data from the phone, including photos, contacts and apps, but is guaranteed to unlock the device.

On the Xiaomi Redmi 9T, Recovery Mode is logged in via a button combination. Importantly, after resetting, the phone will return to factory settings, and you will have to reconfigure it as you did after buying.

How to Sign In to Recovery Mode on Redmi 9T

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button and select Turn off).
2. Press the Volume Up + Power buttons at the same time and hold them for 10-15 seconds.
3. When the Mi logo appears on the screen, release the buttons.
4. In a few seconds, you will see the Recovery Mode menu (in English or Chinese).

Next, reset:

• Use volume buttons to navigate the menu.
• Select the Wipe Data (Data Cleanup) option.
• Confirm the choice of the power button.
• Select Wipe All Data and confirm it again.
• After the process is complete, select Reboot.

⚠️ Note: If after a reset, the phone asks you to enter data from a Mi Account that was previously tied, you will need to contact the previous owner or use the Fastboot bypass method (described below).

Turn off the phone from charging

Make sure the battery is at least 30% charged

Prepare. SIM-re-activation card

Download Xiaomi drivers on PC (if you need Fastboot)-->

4. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)

The method via Fastboot is suitable if:

• Recovery Mode is not available.
• The phone asks for Mi Account after resetting.
• You are ready to work with the command line.

For this method, you will need a computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and programs ADB/Fastboot. The process involves unlocking the bootloader, which can cancel the warranty.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Android SDK Platform-Tools (or Mi Unlock Tool).
2. Turn off Redmi 9T and press Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot Mode.
3. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable.
4. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with the platform-tools and type: fastboot devices If the device is determined, continue. If not, install the drivers.
5. Enter the command to unlock the bootloader: fastboot oem unlock (some versions of MIUI may require fastboot flashing unlock).
6. Once unlocked, reset via Fastboot: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase frp.
7. Reboot your phone with the command: fastboot reboot

⚠️ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader erases all data and may result in some features being blocked (e.g., Widevine) L1 viewable HD-Netflix video. New versions MIUI Xiaomi requires waiting 7-14 days after linking an account before unlocking.

5. Bypass of locking through EDL Mode (emergency mode)

EDL Mode (Emergency Download Mode) is a service mode that allows you to flash a phone even with a fully locked bootloader.The method requires special equipment (EDL cable or circuit contacts on the board) and is suitable for advanced users or service centers.

On Redmi 9T, you can enter EDL Mode via:

• hardware closure of test points on the motherboard;
• - use of a modified cable (with a resistor of 300 k Ohm);
• Adb reboot edl (if USB debugging is enabled).

Warning: The wrong actions in EDL Mode can turn your phone into a brick.If you're unsure of your skills, contact a service center.

Short instructions (for experienced users):

1. Download the firmware for Redmi 9T (for example, from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website).
2. Install the Mi Flash Tool program.
3. Transfer your phone to EDL Mode (via cable or testpoints).
4. In the Mi Flash Tool, select the downloaded firmware and press Flash.
5. Wait until the process is completed (10-15 minutes).

6. Alternative methods and advice

If none of these methods worked, try the following options:

• 📞 Contact the service center Xiaomi: official centers can unlock the phone on the purchase documents (even without knowing the password.

⚠️ Warning: Avoid 5 Minutes Unblock Services on dubious sites, often a scam designed to steal your Mi Account data.

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If the phone is bought with your hands and the previous owner has not untied the Mi Account, the only legal way to unlock it is to contact him for login details or provide proof of purchase at the service center.

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

When you unlock the Xiaomi Redmi 9T, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

• 🔄 Phone's not included in Recovery/Fastboot: — Check the button combination (on Redmi) 9T It's the volume up. + Nutrition for Recovery and Volume Down + Power for Fastboot. – Try pressing buttons on the phone switched off, connected to the charger.
• 🔌 Computer doesn't see phone in Fastboot: Install Mi drivers PC - Try another one. - A different one. USB-Cable (original) – Disable the antivirus (it can block) ADB).
• 🔒 After reset asks the old Mi Account: – If the phone was bought with hands, ask the previous owner for login details or a check for a purchase. – Try the Fastboot method with the fastboot erase frp command.
• ⚡ Phone is discharged during reset: – Charge your phone to at least 50% before starting the procedure. – If the phone doesn’t turn on, use a Quick Charge-enabled charger.

If you encounter an error that is not on the list, describe it in the comments – we will try to help!

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions