How to reset Xiaomi Redmi to factory settings if you forgot your password: all working ways

Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-Is the phone locked and the data inside critical? Don't rush to bring it to the service center. 90% In cases where unlocking can be done independently without losing the warranty.This article covers all the current reset methods for Redmi Note models. 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/13C, POCO X3/X4/X5 and other devices based on MIUI 12-14.

We will analyze both software solutions (via Mi Account and Find Device) and hardware solutions using Recovery and Fastboot modes. Particular attention is paid to bypassing FRP (Factory Reset Protection), which locks the phone after a reset if it was linked to a Google account. All instructions are tested on firmware from 2023-2026 and take into account the latest security updates of Xiaomi.

1.Reset preparation: what to do before the procedure begins

Before you start resetting, perform critical checks to avoid losing data or turning your phone into a brick:

• 🔋 Battery charge at least 50%.Discharge during reset via Fastboot may damage firmware.
• 📡 SIM card – Remove it if the phone supports 2 SIM + microSD: In rare cases, a reset may cause a communication module to fail.
• 💾 Backup – if the phone reacts to the connection to the PC (for example, defined as MTP-Device, copy files through ADB pull:

adb pull /sdcard/ ~/Desktop/Redmi_Backup/

Xiaomi uses two-tiered protection when resetting: in addition to the standard Factory Reset in Recovery, new models (Redmi Note 12 Pro+, POCO F5) may require confirmation through Mi Account. If you do not remember the attached email, immediately go to the section about the account bypass.

⚠️ Note: On devices with an unlocked bootloader, a reset via Fastboot may result in a loss TWRP Check the lock status with the team:

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2. Method 1: Reset via Recovery Mode (works on 80% of models)

The most versatile method that does not require a connection to a PC is suitable for Redmi 9A/9C/10A, Note 8/9/10 Pro and other devices with a locked bootloader. Except for models with MIUI 14 and active FRP protection (you will need to enter Mi Account data after reset).

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone with a long press of Power + Volume Up (10-15 seconds).
2. Hold the Power + Volume Up until the Mi logo appears (usually 5-8 seconds).
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (navigation with volume buttons, confirmation with Power).
4. Confirm the reset by using Wipe All Data → Confirm.
5. Once you restart, perform the initial setup. If you request Mi Account, go to the bypass section.

On some firmware, the Wipe Data item may be called Factory Reset or Erase All Data. If the menu is in Chinese, focus on the bin icon.

Method 2: Unlocking with Mi Account (official method)

If you remember the email and password from your Mi Account linked to your phone, use Find Device, which works even with active FRP protection and does not require technical skills, and is suitable for all models, including the Redmi K50, POCO F4 GT and the new Redmi 13C.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to the Mi Account website and log in.
2. In the Devices section, select the blocked Redmi.
3. Press Find the device. → Unlock the screen.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email (depending on the account security settings).
5. Set a new password or pattern lock on your phone.

If the device does not appear in the list, check:

• 📶 Is it connected to the Internet (via mobile network or Wi-Fi).
• 🔄 Synchronization enabled in Mi Cloud settings (before locking).
• 🕒 Less than 24 hours have passed since the last activity (the device may disappear from the list in the long-term inactivity).

⚠️ Note: If you don't remember your Mi Account, don't try to get a password - after 5 failed attempts, the account is blocked for 24 hours.

4. Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for advanced users)

The method requires a PC with Xiaomi drivers installed and the Mi Flash Tool utility. Suitable for all Redmi models, including those that have Recovery locked or Anti-Rollback protection activated.The only way to bypass FRP on MIUI 14 without a tied Mi Account.

Tools required:

• 🖥️ Windows PC 7/10/11 (on macOS/Linux Possible problems with drivers).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (do not use extension cords!).
• 📦 Fastboot Firmware Archive for Your Model.
• 🛠️ The Mi Flash Tool and ADB/Fastboot.

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone and switch to Fastboot mode: Hold Power + Volume Down for 10-15 seconds.
2. Connect Redmi to a PC. The Android Bootloader Interface should appear in Device Manager.
3. Unpack the archive with firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\Redmi_Flash\).
4. Open the Mi Flash Tool, press Select and point the path to the firmware folder.
5. At the bottom, select Clean All mode and press Flash.
6. Wait for the finish (5-10 minutes) and the phone will restart to the clean system.

If the Mi Flash Tool is 0x80070002 or 0x80070005, it means:

• 🔌 Driver problem – install them manually through Device Manager (download here).
• 📂 The path to firmware contains spaces or Cyrillic alphabet - rename the folder.
• 🔒 bootloader is blocked – it requires unlocking through the official service (it will take 72 hours).

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Method 4: Factory Reset Protection (FRP) bypasses after resetting

If a Recovery or Fastboot phone requires a Mi Account or Google data entry that you don't remember, use one of the bypass methods.Warning: on MIUI 14, most of the holes are closed, so the methods below only work on firmware up to MIUI 13.0.6.

Method 1: TalkBack (for MIUI 12-13)

1. On the welcome screen, press Emergency Call.
2. Enter ##4636## → select Usage statistics → Back.
3. Return to the lock screen, activate TalkBack (three times pressing Power).
4. Through the voice assistant, open Settings → Additional → Data reset.

Method 2: Across ADB (requires a PC)

1. Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB.
2. Enter the commands: adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1
3. Restart the device and the FRP request will disappear.

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 14 roundabout FRP If the phone requests an email after the reset and you don't remember it, all you have to do is contact the service center with proof of purchase (check, box).

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Method 5: Reset via Mi Cloud (remote)

If the phone is connected to the Internet (via a mobile network or Wi-Fi), and Find the device has been activated before locking, you can reset remotely, and the method works even if the screen is completely locked.

Instructions:

1. Sign in to i.mi.com.
2. In the Devices section, select the blocked Redmi.
3. Click Delete Data → Erase the device.
4. Confirm the action through SMS-code.
5. Wait until the process is completed (it can take up to 30 minutes).

Advantages of the method:

• 🌍 Works from anywhere in the world (only account access is required).
• 🔄 No need for physical access to the phone.
• 🛡️ Bypassing defense. FRP, If the device is linked to the same Mi Account.

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ The phone must be connected to the internet.
• ⏳ The process can be interrupted if the battery runs out.
• 📱 After resetting, all data (photos, messages) will be deleted without the possibility of recovery.

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Remote reset via Mi Cloud is the only official way to unlock that does not void the Xiaomi warranty.

7 What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, radical measures remain:

• 🔧 Flip-through EDL — It requires special cable and Auth key knowledge (for Redmi Note) 11/12 The risk of turning a phone into a brick" — 30%.
• 🏥 Contact the service center – official Xiaomi centers perform a reset on the owner’s passport (cost) 1000-2500 ₽).
• 📱 Replacement of the motherboard is the last option if the reset caused firmware damage (relevant to Redmi). K50 Gaming and flagships).

Before the service visit:

• 📄 Take with you the documents on the phone (check, box, warranty card).
• 🔐 Make sure the phone has disabled the “Data Protection” function (if it has been activated, even the service center will not be able to bypass the lock without your consent).
• 💰 Check the cost – some centers charge for diagnosis (500-1000 ₽), even if you don't take the repairs.

If you decide to try it out EDL-regime, consider:

• 🔌 Special cable (cost) is required ~300 ₽).
• 📥 The firmware should be strictly for your model (an error will lead to damage). IMEI).
• 🛡️ New models (Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) Authorization File is required, which is issued only by Xiaomi at the request of service centers.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi Redmi reset