Reset Xiaomi to factory settings without password: all working methods

Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-Xiaomi code, and the phone requires a password even to reset through settings? The situation is familiar to many - especially if the device has been lying idle for a long time or was bought with hands. Fortunately, there are several legal ways to bring a smartphone back to life without knowing the password. In this article, we will discuss all current reset methods (including hidden features). MIUI), The models that work from Redmi Note 7 to Xiaomi 14.

It's important to understand that the procedure will delete all data from the device - photos, contacts, messages and installed applications. If the phone was tied to a Mi Account account, after reset, you may need to enter a username / password for activation (Mi Cloud Lock protection), We will tell you how to bypass this verification in some cases.

Before you start, check:

• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 50% (at low charge, the smartphone can turn off in the process).
• 📶 Backup of important data (if the phone reacts to the connection to the PC).
• 🔧 USB-TypeC or MicroUSB cable (depending on model) for connecting to your computer.

1. Reset via Recovery Mode (without computer)

The most versatile method, which works on 90% of Xiaomi models (except for some new devices with locked Recovery), is suitable if the phone turns on, but does not let go beyond the lock screen.

Instructions:

1. Turn off your smartphone with a long press on the power button (or Power + Volume Up if it doesn’t respond).
2. Press the Volume Up + Power combination and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons – the Recovery menu (black screen with English text) should open.
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button to select the item.
5. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (on some models, the path may be different: Wipe & Reset → Factory Reset).
6. Confirm the action by choosing Confirm.
7. Once you have finished, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

⚠️ Note: On new models (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi Note 12) The Recovery menu can be in Chinese, in which case, look for characters (clear data) and (confirm).

Battery charge ≥50% | Charging cable disabled | Volume and power buttons are in good working | No physical damage to the screen

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2. Reset via Fastboot (with computer)

If Recovery is locked or the phone doesn’t respond to buttons, Fastboot mode will help. This method requires a computer with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and Mi Flash Tool (for firmware).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools (the official package from Google).
2. Turn off your phone and press Volume Down + Power until the image of a rabbit in a Fastboot Mode appears.
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC through USB-cable.
4. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and type:

fastboot devices

If the device is determined (the serial number appears), execute the reset command:

fastboot erase userdata


fastboot erase cache




fastboot reboot

⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) After this command, you may need to unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool!

3. reset via Mi Account (if an account is linked)

If your phone has an active Mi Account, you can try resetting your lock password through Xiaomi Cloud, which works only if:

• 📱 The phone is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔑 Remember the username and password from Mi Account.
• 🔄 Find Device has been activated in the settings.

Instructions:

1. Go to the device management page and log in.
2. Select a locked phone from the list.
3. Press Unlock Device (Unlock Device).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.
5. Wait for the notification on the phone (it can take up to 5 minutes).

After unlocking via Mi Account, the smartphone will automatically reset to factory settings, but the account data (contacts, notes, synchronized photos) will remain in the cloud.

4. Reset via EDL Mode (for advanced users)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is a “emergency” firmware mode that allows you to restore your phone even with a damaged firmware, only use it if other methods have not worked, as you need to unlock the bootloader and risk “bricking” the device.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Windows computer 7/10/11.
• 🔌 Cable USB-A → USB-A (forced transfer EDL).
• 📦 Firmware for your model (download at xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool or QFil (for Qualcomm chips).

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Connect with cable USB-A → USB-A Phone and computer port (or short Test Point contacts on the board if you know where they are).
3. The device manager should appear Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
4. Start the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware and press Flash.

⚠️ Note: Incorrect Firmware in the EDL It can make your phone inoperable! for models on MediaTek (e.g. Redmi) 9A) program SP Flash Tool and authentication file.

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Before running through EDL, check the processor model in your phone through CPU-Z (if the phone is switched on at all), which will help you choose the right firmware and tool (QFil for Snapdragon, SP Flash Tool for MediaTek).

5.Mi Cloud Lock bypass after reset

If the phone requires Mi Account (Mi Cloud Lock) data entry after reset, there are several ways to bypass the lock:

The most reliable way is to contact official support Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (check, box with a box). IMEI). Alternatively, service centers that provide the service "withdrawal of Mi Account" (cost) ~1500-3000₽).

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Since 2023, Xiaomi has tightened the protection of the Mi Cloud Lock. on Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12 and newer bypass through software vulnerabilities is almost impossible - it requires official account deletion or hardware intervention.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Even with the instructions, users often face problems, and we'll look at the most common ones.

• 🔄 "Fastboot doesn't see the device" → Check the drivers, try another cable or port. Windows 11 may need to disable driver signature verification.
• 🔋 "The phone turns off during reset" → Battery charge less than 30%. Connect the charge and try again.
• 🔐 "After reset, requires an old password" → This means that the reset has not been completely reset. Repeat the procedure via Fastboot with the fastboot erase frp command.
• 📱 "Touchscreen doesn’t work for Recovery" → Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.

If the phone is stuck on the Mi logo after reset or reboots in a loop, then the firmware is damaged, in which case only flashing through Fastboot or EDL will help.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions