How to completely delete Mi Account Xiaomi Redmi 9: all working ways

Linking the device to a Mi Account is a standard security measure from Xiaomi, which protects user data when a smartphone is lost or stolen. However, sometimes you need to delete the Mi Account from Redmi 9 - for example, before selling your phone, when you change your owner or if you forget the login details. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to reset your account, including official methods through settings and alternative solutions for unlocking after a hard reset.

It is important to understand that the procedure differs depending on the version of MIUI and the state of the device. Redmi 9 (models M2003J15SC/M2004C3LGG) with MIUI 12-14 firmware available as standard options in the menu and hidden features for power users. If the phone is locked after resetting to factory settings, additional steps will be required, which we will also consider.

Before you start, make sure you have:

• 🔑 Login and password from Mi Account (ifremember)
• 📱 Battery charge of at least 50% (to avoid failures)
• 🔌 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile network)
• 💾 Backup of important data (reset will remove everything from your phone)

1.Official method: delete Mi Account through settings

The easiest way is to untie your account directly from the smartphone menu, and it works if:

• 📲 Phone unlocked and settings available
• 🔓 Remember the username/password from your Mi Account
• 🔄 The device is not in Find Device mode (remote control)

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Synchronization.
2. Select a Mi Account (may appear as Xiaomi Account).
3. Click on the icon. ⚙️ in the upper right corner and select Delete Account.
4. Enter the password from the account for confirmation.
5. Confirm the deletion - the phone will restart.

⚠️ Note: After deleting your account through settings, the smartphone automatically disconnects from Xiaomi services (cloud storage, synchronization of notes, themes). Data from the cloud (photos, contacts) will remain available on Xiaomi servers, but they will have to be manually transferred.

Backup data |Remember/save password from Mi Account |Deactivate Find Device in security settings |Recharge phone to at least 50% |Connect to Wi-Fi to speed up the process-->

If the Delete account is inactive (grey), check:

• 🔒 Password/fingerprint on the lock screen (required for confirmation)
• 📶 Internet connection (without a network option can be blocked)
• 📦 System updates (on older versions) MIUI option may not be available)

2. Delete Mi Account via Xiaomi website (if phone is lost)

If Redmi 9 is lost or unavailable, but you remember your account details, you can untie the device remotely, which is also useful if the phone is locked after resetting to factory settings (FRP-lockdown).

Step-by-step:

1. Go to the official website: account.xiaomi.com.
2. Sign in with your Mi Account.
3. In the Devices section, find your Redmi 9 (by model or IMEI).
4. Press three points. ⋮ Next to the device and select Remove device).
5. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

After that, the Mi Account lock on the phone will be removed within 24-72 hours (the exact time depends on Xiaomi servers).If the device was in Find Device mode, its location will no longer be displayed.

⚠️ Warning: Remotely deleting your device from your account does not reset your phone. If you sell a Redmi 9, be sure to reset to factory settings after you untie your account.

Prepare the phone for sale|Forgot the password from the account|Buy a used phone with a linked account|Other-->

3. Reset Mi Account via Recovery mode (if the password is forgotten)

If you don’t remember the Mi Account data, but the phone is unlocked, you can try resetting the tether via Recovery Mode.This method doesn’t work on all versions of MIUI, but it often helps on Redmi 9 with firmware up to MIUI 13.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Volume Up + Power buttons at the same time until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for confirmation).
4. Select Wipe All Data and confirm the action.
5. After reset, go to Reboot → Reboot to System.

In some cases, Mi is removed after this procedure, but newer versions of MIUI (13+) may not work, requiring you to enter your account data after you reboot.

4 Unlocking Mi Account After Resetting (FRP-circumvention)

If you bought a Redmi 9 handheld and it is blocked by the Mi Account of the previous owner, official methods will not help - you will need to bypass FRP (Factory Reset Protection).

Ways of bypassing (for experienced users):

• 🔧 Through Fastboot: Requires an unlocked bootloader and PC with installed ADB/Fastboot Commands: fastboot oem clean_frp Fastboot reboot doesn’t work on all versions. MIUI!
• 📱 Through Testing Modes: On some firmwares, you can call the Test Menu and reset FRP via the engineering menu (combination ##4636## or #7378423##).
• 💻 Through specialized programs: for example, Mi Account Unlock Tool (risk viruses, use at your own risk).

⚠️ Attention: Bypass FRP Redmi 9s MIUI 14 and later often requires authorization through the original Mi Account. Buying a phone with a blocked account is the risk of staying with a brick. Before buying a used Xiaomi device, always check the account status!

5. How to avoid Mi Account problems when buying a used Redmi 9

If you plan to buy a Redmi 9 handheld, be sure to make sure the previous owner has deleted the Mi Account.Here is a checklist to check:

Ask the seller to delete the Mi Account with you | Check the Settings menu → Accounts (no account should be tied) | Perform a factory reset (Settings → About phone → Reset) and make sure that after the reboot no username / password is required | Check IMEI on the Xiaomi website (should not be blacklisted) | Ask for a check or box (to confirm legality)

If the seller refuses to delete the account or claims that "he's not in the way," that's a reason to be wary.

• 🚨 Stolen (Blocking your account will not allow you to use the device)
• 💸 On credit or leasing (linked to the operator)
• 🔧 Has hardware problems (the seller hides defects)

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → All settings → Reset settings.
2. Select Delete all data and wait until it is completed.
3. After restarting, check that the phone does not require login / password from the Mi Account.

If the seller refuses, don’t buy a phone!-->

6. Frequent errors and their solutions

When you delete your Mi Account on Redmi 9, users face typical problems.

If you see a message, this device is linked to a Mi Account, enter a password to unlock after reset, and there is no login, the only legal options are:

1. Contact the previous owner for a password.
2. Provide the phone documents to the Xiaomi service center (if you are the legal owner).

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If you have forgotten your Mi Account password but have attached an email or phone number to it, restore access via account.xiaomi.com. Use the Forgot Password option and follow the instructions. This is the safest way to regain control of your account.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting a Mi Account on Redmi 9