Forgot the password from the Mi Account and can not unlock your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO? The situation is familiar to thousands of users - after resetting settings or buying a used phone, the system requires you to enter account data, without which the device turns into a "brick." In this article, we will analyze all the working ways to delete the Mi Account without a password: from official methods to technical workarounds.
Complicating the problem, Xiaomi has tightened its protections: starting with MIUI 12, the lock is tied to the device’s hardware identifier, which means that a standard reset via Recovery won’t help – the phone will still require authorization. But there is a way out! We tested the methods on 2020-2026 models (including Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12, POCO F5) and selected only those that work on current versions of the firmware.
⚠️ Important: Some methods require technical skills or special equipment. If you are not sure, contact the Xiaomi service center with proof of purchase (check, box). IMEI.
1. Official method: Recovery of Mi Account password
The safest and most legal method is to restore your account through Xiaomi services, which is suitable if:
- 📧 You have access to an email or phone number linked to your account.
- 🔗 Remember the backup email (if you indicated it when registering).
- 📱 Phone is not locked after reset (you can enter the settings).
Go to account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword, and the system will prompt you to enter an email or phone number associated with your account, and after confirmation via SMS or email, you can set a new password.
If you lose your email/phone access, try:
- Click on “Other Login Ways” and select recovery via backup email.
- Contact Xiaomi (Mi Account → Appeal section on the website) by providing scans of documents confirming ownership of the device (check, box with IMEI).
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi support can request a photo of a box with a serial number or a purchase check. Without proof of ownership, the account will not be restored - this is a measure against theft of devices.
2. reset via Mi Unlock Tool (for unlocked bootloader)
This method is suitable if the phone has already unlocked the bootloader.
- Turn off the phone.
- Press the Power button + Volume down to log into Fastboot Mode.
- Connect the device to the PC and enter the command: fastboot oem device-info If the answer has the line Device unlocked: true - the bootloader is unlocked.
If the bootloader is unlocked, follow the instructions:
Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website |Install ADB/Fastboot |Enable USB debugging in the developer settings |Plug your phone to your PC in Fastboot-->
1. Download Mi Unlock Tool (official utility from Xiaomi).
2. Launch the program and log into your Mi Account (yes, you need a password here, but if you have an unlocked bootloader, you can use another account).
3. Connect your phone in Fastboot mode and press Unlock. Once you reboot, the device will be unaccounted.
⚠️ Note: If the bootloader is blocked, this method will not work. Attempting to unlock without official permission will result in a 720-hour (30-day) account being blocked).
3. bypassing EDL Mode (for advanced users)
EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is a flashing firmware mode that allows you to reflash your phone without locking it off. It works on most Xiaomi devices, but requires:
- 💻 Windows PC and Qualcomm Drivers HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
- 🔧 Special firmware (EDL firmware for your model.
- 🔌 Cable USB Type-C with data support (not all cables are suitable!).
Step-by-step:
- Download the firmware for your model (for example, from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater forum). EDL.
- Install the QDLoader driver (can be found on 4PDA or GitHub).
- Turn off your phone and press Volume Up + Volume Down + Power for 10-15 seconds to enter EDL Mode (screen will be black!).
- Connect your phone to your PC. The Device Manager should have a Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
- Use the MiFlash or QFil utility to firmware the downloaded file.
Once the firmware is successful, the phone will boot up without being tied to the Mi Account, but there are risks:
- ❌ Loss of all data (photos, contacts, messages).
- ❌ Possible breech (breakdown) of the device with firmware error.
- ❌ On new models (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) You may need an authorized account for the firmware.
What if the phone is not identified in EDL Mode?
4. Use of service codes (for older models)
Devices before MIUI 12 (released before 2020) sometimes triggered service codes to reset your account.
- 📞 ##3646633## - Engineering menu (Connectivity section) → Mi Account).
- 📞 ##7378423## — Account reset (works on some Redmis) 4/5).
- 📞 ##6484## - Test menu (see Mi Cloud Erase option).
If the code worked, you'll see a menu with an Erase Mi Account or Remove Account option. Once confirmed, the phone will reboot without being tied.
⚠️ Note: On new models (Xiaomi) 11/12/13, Redmi Note 10/11/12) These codes do not work – Xiaomi removed the vulnerability in the firmware after the 2020 year-end.
5. Alternative methods: contacting the service center
If independent attempts are unsuccessful, you just need to contact the official Xiaomi service.
| Document | Requirements | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Check of purchase | Original or copy with store stamp | The IMEI on the check must match the IMEI of the phone. |
| Phone box. | With an IMEI sticker and serial number | The sticker must not be damaged. |
| Passport of the owner | To confirm identity | If the phone is not bought for you, you need a contract of sale. |
| Guarantee pass | If the device is warranted | Without a ticket, you can refuse a free reset |
The cost of the service varies from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles, depending on the model. The new flagships (Xiaomi 14 Ultra, POCO F5 Pro) can be higher.
⚠️ Careful with unofficial services! Many "masters" offer to delete Mi Account for 500-1000 rubles, but:
- 🔄 They can send an unofficial firmware that will deprive you of warranty.
- 📱 Could hurt. IMEI (phone will stop catching the network).
- 💳 They can steal data from your phone (photos, passwords).
6.Prevention: How to avoid blocking in the future
To avoid the problem again, follow these rules:
- 🔐 Write down your Mi Account password to a secure location (for example, Bitwarden or KeePass password manager).
- 📧 Link backup email and phone number to your account.
- 📱 Before selling the phone, be sure to untie the account in the settings: Settings → Accounts. → Mi Account. → Delete the account.
- 🔄 Regularly update the firmware in new versions MIUI Fix vulnerabilities that fraudsters can exploit.
If you buy your phone with your hands, check if your Mi Account is untied before payment:
- Ask the seller to reset to factory settings (Settings → Additional → Resetting).
- After the reset, turn on the phone and check if it requests a password from the Mi Account.
- If a request appears, refuse to purchase!
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The only legal way to delete a Mi Account without a password is to contact the official Xiaomi service with documents on the phone. All other methods carry the risk of blocking or losing data.