How to reset Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro to factory settings: 3 proven ways

The Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro is a popular smartphone with a balance of price and functionality, but even it can eventually start to brake, issue bugs or require a complete clean before selling.Resetting to factory settings solves most software problems, but it's important to do it right so as not to lose important data or turn the phone into a "brick."

In this article, you’ll find three working reset methods (via settings, Recovery Mode and Fastboot), detailed risk warnings, and answers to questions that 90% of users have after a hard reset: If your Redmi 6 Pro is stuck on the logo, doesn’t respond to touch, or just needs clean firmware, you’re in the right place.

When do I need to reset to factory settings?

Reset is not a panacea, but it is effective in 80% of software failures, and these are typical situations where the procedure is justified:

• 📉 The phone is severely slowing down, applications spontaneously close or give an error "The application stopped".
• 🔒 You have forgotten the pattern lock or PIN-code and unlocking through Mi Account is not available.
• 📱 Before selling or transferring the device to another person (mandatory for the protection of personal data!).
• 🔄 After a failed firmware update when the system is unstable.
• 🦠 Suspicion of a virus or malware that is not removed by an antivirus.

However, resetting will not help if the problem is related to:

• 🔋 Physical breakdown of the battery or motherboard (the phone does not turn on at all).
• 📡 Hardware defects of Wi-Fi module, Bluetooth or camera.
• 💧 Getting liquid under the screen or on the board (requires repairs).

⚠️ Note: If you reset your phone because of a locked screen, but do not remember the data from the Mi Account, after a hard reset, the device may require you to enter a Xiaomi account!

Preparation for resetting: what to do before the start?

The reset erases all the data from the internal memory: photos, videos, contacts, messages, installed applications and settings. Here is a checklist that will save you from losses:

Backup important files |Record username/password from Mi Account |Make sure battery power > 50% |Delete Google account (if you plan to sell)|Remove SIM and memory card (optional)

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How to save data before resetting:

• 📁 Photo/Video: Copy them to your computer USB-Cable or upload to Google Photos/Mi Cloud.
• 📞 Contact: Sync with Google Account (Settings) → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of contacts).
• 💬 Messages: Use applications like SMS Backup & Restore for export.
• 🎮 Gaming progress: Link accounts to Google Play Games or social networks.

If the phone is locked and doesn't respond to touch, try connecting it to your PC in MTP mode, which sometimes works even when the screen is locked.

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If you are selling a phone, be sure to untie it from the Mi Account in the Xiaomi account settings, otherwise the new owner will not be able to use the device!

Method 1: Reset via the settings menu (the safest)

This method works if the phone turns on and you can unlock the screen, and it's the simplest and doesn't require any additional tools.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Scroll down and select Additional (or Advanced Settings in some versions of MIUI).
3. Go to Restore and Reset (or Reset settings).
4. Slip on Resetting (may be called Erase All Data).
5. The system will be asked to PIN-code or pattern lock for confirmation.
6. Choose Delete Everything and confirm the action.

The phone will reboot and start the cleaning process, which will take 3-10 minutes, and when you're done, you'll see the screen of the initial setup, just like after you've bought it.

⚠️ Note: If the device protection function was enabled in the phone (in some versions) MIUI), After reset, you may need to enter a password from the last Google account connected!

Method 2: Reset via Recovery Mode (if the phone is not turned on)

If the Redmi 6 Pro is stuck on the logo, does not respond to touches or you have forgotten your password, a reset via Recovery Mode will help.This method requires care, as improper actions can lead to loss of access to the phone without the possibility of recovery.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone (press the power button for 10-15 seconds if it freezes).
2. Press the power button and the volume button at the same time.
3. Hold them until the Mi logo appears, then let them go.
4. You'll be taken to the Recovery menu. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.
5. Select Wipe Data (or Wipe & Reset in some versions).
6. Confirm the action by selecting Wipe All Data.
7. Once completed, select Reboot to reboot.

If the menu is in Chinese, focus on the location of the items:

⚠️ Note: If after resetting via Recovery, the phone requires you to enter a Mi Account, and you do not remember it, it will be extremely difficult to unlock the device.

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Resetting via Recovery erases data completely, but does not remove the firmware.If the problem was in the system files, you may need to flash through Fastboot.

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for power users)

This is a method that's used if the first two don't work or you need to reflash the phone, USB-cables and installed drivers ADB/Fastboot.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (preferably from the set).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool (for firmware) or ADB Tools (for resetting).
• 🔋 Battery charge > 70%.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the power button + volume reduction before the screen with a hare in a hat-eared (Fastboot Mode) appears.
3. Connect the phone to the computer.
4. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) and type:

fastboot devices

If the device is determined (the serial number will appear), enter the command to reset:

fastboot erase userdata


fastboot erase cache




fastboot reboot

These commands will clear user data and cache, but will not affect system files. If you need a full flash, download the official firmware for Redmi 6 Pro (codename sakura) from en.miui.com and use the Mi Flash Tool.

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If the fastboot device command doesn’t show your phone, install Xiaomi USB Drivers or try another USB cable/port.

What do I do after the dump?

After a successful reset, the phone will return to the "out of the box" state.

• 🔄 Language and region settings: Choose Russian language and country (Russia/Ukraine/Kazakhstan, etc.).
• 📶 Wi-Fi Connection: This will be needed to recover data from backup.
• 🔑 Log in to your accounts: Enter your Google and Mi Account details if they were linked.
• ☁️ Data recovery: If you’ve been backing up through Mi Cloud or Google Drive, the system will offer you to restore contacts, photos and apps.
• 🔒 Setup of lock: Install a new one PIN-code or pattern lock (do not use simple combinations!).

If you are selling a phone, don’t restore data – just perform the initial setup to the main menu screen and hand over the device to the new owner.

After discharge, it is recommended:

• Update the firmware to the latest version (Settings → About the phone → System Update).
• Install an antivirus (such as Dr.Web or Kaspersky) to check the system's cleanliness.
• Disable unnecessary autoboots and background processes to improve performance.

Frequent post-reset problems and their solutions

Even after a successful reset, problems can occur, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, it might be a hardware problem. In this case, contact the service center. For the Xiaomi Redmi 6 Pro, official centers are in most major cities - check the list on mi.com.

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If the phone is slower than before after reset, check the CPU load in Settings → About Phone → System Status. background processes or unoptimized firmware may be to blame.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions