How to remove the password for the protection of applications on Xiaomi: step-by-step instructions

Password protection in Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for privacy, but what to do if you forget the combination? Things get complicated when without this password you can not open messengers, banking applications or a gallery. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to reset the password for application protection on devices with MIUI 12-14, including methods through system settings, Xiaomi account, ADB and even hardware reset — taking into account the risks and nuances for different models.

It’s important to understand that the methods differ depending on the firmware version and smartphone model. For example, on the Redmi Note 10 Pro with MIUI 13, a reset via an account can work, and on the POCO X5 with MIUI 14, only through Fastboot. We tested each method on real devices and indicated where additional tools would be needed (for example, a computer or a USB-TypeC cable).

1. Reset password through MIUI settings (without data loss)

The easiest way to do this is to use the built-in reset feature if you remember the password from your Xiaomi account.This method works on most devices with MIUI 12 and later, but may not be available on some models for the European market (for example, Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G).

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings app and go to Passwords and Security.
• 🔒 Select Application Protection (or App Lock in Global Firmware).
• 🔄 Click on the icon. ⚙️ In the upper right corner and select Forgot the password?.
• 📧 Enter your Xiaomi account details (email or phone number) and confirm via SMS postage.

If the system requests additional authentication, use a linked phone number or backup email. Some devices (such as the Redmi K50) may require CAPTCHA input.

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If the “Forgot Password?” button is inactive, check your internet connection – the reset feature requires synchronization with Xiaomi servers.

2.Use Xiaomi account for remote reset

If the previous method didn’t work, try resetting your password through the web interface of your Xiaomi account, which is suitable for devices associated with the account and does not require access to the smartphone itself, but it does not work on devices with MIUI for Russia (due to synchronization limitations).

Step-by-step:

1. 🌐 Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. 📱 In the Devices section, select your smartphone (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T).
3. 🔑 Press Find the device. → Delete data (this will result in resetting all passwords, including application protection).
4. ⚠️ Confirm the action through SMS email.

⚠️ Warning: This method performs a complete setup reset (like Hard Reset), so all unsaved data (photos, messages) will be deleted.

3.Dumping via ADB (for advanced users)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is suitable if you have access to your computer and USB debugging on your smartphone is enabled. It's the only way to get around the protection without data resetting, but it requires pre-preparedness. If debugging wasn't enabled in advance, this method won't work.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB.
• 🔌 USB-TypeC Cable (original to avoid connection issues).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times) → Additionally. → For developers.

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux).
2. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices should appear the name of your device.
3. Run the command to reset the application protection password: adb shell pm clear com.miui.guardprovider
4. Reboot your smartphone.

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell settings put secure lock_pattern_autolock 0


adb shell settings put secure lockscreen.password_type 0

This will disable the screen autolock, but may not help with app protection.

4 Hard Reset (Hard Reset) - last resort

If none of the previous methods worked, you can completely reset your settings through Recovery Mode, which will delete all data on your device, including photos, contacts and installed apps.

How to perform Hard Reset:

• 🔄 Turn off your smartphone.
• 🔧 Press the button combination: For most models: Volume up + Food. POCO F3 And like, "Loudness up." + Loudness down + Nutrition.
• 📱 In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for confirmation).
• 🔄 After reset, select Reboot.

⚠️ Note: some devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra) may require you to enter your previously-associated account data after a reset. If you don’t remember your email or password, it will be impossible to unlock your smartphone without contacting the service center.

5. Alternative methods (for specific models)

Some Xiaomi devices have unique password reset methods, for example, on the Redmi 5/5 Plus with MIUI 10 you could use an emergency call to bypass protection, but in newer versions of firmware this method is blocked.

For devices with an unlocked bootloader, you can use the Fastboot command:

fastboot erase userdata

This will completely clean up the internal memory.

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On devices with MIUI for Russia (e.g. Redmi 10C), some methods may be blocked due to local firmware limitations.

6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If you fail to do so, contact the official service center, and you will need to:

• 📄 Passport or other document confirming possession of the device.
• 📧 Xiaomi account details (if tied).
• 💳 Check or warranty card (if the device is guaranteed).

The cost of the service varies from 500 to 2000 rubles depending on the model and the complexity of unlocking. In some cases, you may need to replace the motherboard (for example, if eFuse was activated on the Xiaomi 12S Ultra).

⚠️ Warning: Avoid handicraft services that offer 10 minutes of unlocking, often based on exploiting firmware vulnerabilities and can lead to loss of the software. IMEI or lock-in.

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