How to Delete Google Account from Xiaomi Phone: 5 Ways to Delete Your Google Account

Deleting a Google account from a Xiaomi smartphone is a challenge that users face when selling a device, resetting to factory settings or fixing sync errors. Unlike other brands, Redmi, POCO and Mi phones have features due to their MIUI shell and integration with Google services. Mistakes can lead to FRP (Factory Reset Protection) blocking, when the system requires you to enter remote account data after a reset.

In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to delete an account - from standard deletion through settings to bypassing protection. FRP We'll focus on the nuances of the latest versions. MIUI 14/15 and chip-sized models Qualcomm/Mediatek. If you plan to sell your phone or transfer it to another user, be sure to read the section on safe removal – this will save the new owner from activation problems.

Why you can’t just delete your Google account through your settings

Many users try to delete an account through the Settings menu → Google Accounts, but face errors or incomplete deletion.

• 🔄 Synchronization MIUI: Even after deleting an account via Google, Xiaomi’s shell can store its data in its services (for example, in Mi Cloud).
• 🔒 FRP-Locking: on devices with Android 5.1+ After the reset, you will need to enter the data of the deleted account.
• 📱 Multi-level authorization: on some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro or Xiaomi 13 Pro) POCO F5) Account is linked to hardware identifier.
• ⚙️ Limitations MIUI: In the latest versions of the shell, deleting the main Google account is blocked without first disabling Find the device.

If you delete your account incorrectly, the next time you log in or after you reset, you may see a message saying, "This device has been reset. To continue, log in to the Google account that was previously used on this device." That's what it is. FRP-blocking and circumventing it requires additional action.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14+ Android 13/14 When you delete your Google account, you automatically disable access to Google Play Protection and Google Play Services. Before deleting, make sure you have backups of data from Google Drive and Mi Cloud.

Method 1: Standard removal via MIUI settings

This method is suitable for devices where the Google account is not the main one (i.e. added as an optional one). MIUI 12–15:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Synchronization.
2. Select Google → tap on the desired account.
3. Click Delete Account (in some versions - Delete Account).
4. Confirm the action by entering the pattern lock/PIN-finger-print.

If the Delete Account button is inactive or absent:

• 📌 Check that your account is not your primary account (used for Google Play and Find your device).
• 📌 Disable Find the device in Google settings (Security) → Find the device).
• 📌 Make sure there are no active device administrators on the device (check Settings). → Annexes → Special access → Device administrators).

Disable "Find Device" in Google|Delete your account from Mi Cloud (if linked)|Remove administrative rights from apps|Create a backup of your data-->

On some models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro+), you may need to reboot your account after you delete it, and if you reboot your account, you’ll be synced through Mi Cloud.

1. Go to Settings. → Mi Account.
2. Turn off sync with Google in the Data Sync section.
3. Repeat deleting your Google account.

Method 2: Removal through reset to factory settings (without FRP)

If you are planning to sell or transfer the phone, the most reliable way is to completely reset with FRP pre-disabled.This method is suitable for MIUI 13/14/15 and ensures that the new owner does not encounter a lock.

Important: before resetting it is necessary to:

• 🔋 Charge your phone at least 50% (reset can take up to 30 minutes).
• 📁 Backup in Mi Cloud or on PC (photos, contacts, SMS).
• 🔑 Make sure to remember the data from your main Google account (request for confirmation).

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Erase All Data (not Reset!).
3. The system will prompt you to enter a password from the Mi Account (if tied) and a pattern lock.
4. At the confirmation stage, uncheck the Restore box from the backup (if you plan to transfer the phone).
5. Confirm the reset. Once the reset is complete, the device will look like new.

⚠️ Note: If you reset your phone without switching off FRP, If you can’t log in to your old Google account, you’ll need to bypass the lock (see Method 4). MIUI 14+ Android 13 bypass FRP complicated - it may be necessary OTG-cable ADB.

Method 3: Delete your account via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work (for example, the delete button is inactive), you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method requires a PC, USB-cable and enabled debugging by USB.

Warning: Incorrect ADB commands can disrupt the system, and use this method only if you are confident in your actions.

Instructions:

1. Enable Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging.

Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your trust in your computer.

ADB Tools

adb.exe

adb devices

(Your device should be displayed)

adb shell pm list packages | grep "google"

(checking the installed services of Google)

adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login/

(Opens the Google Account Menu)

In manual mode, delete the account through the opened window.

If you want to delete your account completely (including sync data), use:

adb shell content delete --uri content://com.android.providers.settings.settings --where "name='account_name'"

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If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, try reinstalling Xiaomi USB Drivers or using the original cable from the kit. Some models (such as the POCO X5) require additional USB Debugging (Security Options) in the developer settings.

Method 4: Bypass FRP on blocked Xiaomi (if you forgot your account)

If you want to reset your phone and you don’t remember it, you’ll need to bypass Factory Reset Protection (FRP) and the methods vary depending on the MIUI version and device model.

Important: Bypassing FRP may violate Google’s security policies, and use these methods only on your devices or with the owner’s permission.

The universal method for MIUI 12-14:

1. On the FRP lock screen, connect your phone to Wi-Fi.
2. Return to the Google account entry screen and click Add Account.
3. Enter any non-existent email (e.g. test@gmail.com) and password.
4. After the authorization error, the Back button will appear - press it and quickly tap on the Settings (cog icon).
5. In the settings, go to Applications → Application Management → Google Play Services.
6. Clear the cache and data, then restart the phone.

For MIUI 15 and Android 13/14, this method may not work.

• 🔌 Method OTG-cable: Download the file to the flash drive FRP_Bypass.apk (can be found on the forums 4PDA or XDA). Connect the flash drive through OTG-phone adapter. FRP Select Connect. USB-storage and install APK. Launch the app and follow the instructions (usually a reset via Safe Mode is required).

The method through the PC (Mi Flash Tool)

1. Download the firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website.
2. Install the Mi Flash Tool and connect the phone in Fastboot mode (clip Volume Down + Power).
3. Select Clean All and swipe through the device. Attention: it will delete all data!

Method 5: Delete your account via Mi Cloud (if your phone is lost)

If you don’t have physical access to your phone but it’s linked to your Mi Account, you can remotely remove Google’s link via the Xiaomi Cloud web interface:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. Select your device in the Find the device section.
3. Click Delete Data (this will result in a complete reset, including deleting your Google account).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

Limitations of the method:

• 📛 The phone must be online (connected to the internet).
• 🔄 After the reset, the device will be disconnected from the Mi Account, and you will lose access to it.
• 🔒 If the phone has two-factor authentication enabled in Mi Account, you will need to enter the code from the SMS.

If the phone is offline but you have access to another device with the same Mi Account, you can try:

1. Install the Mi Cloud app on another phone.
2. Log in and find your device in the list.
3. Select Delete Device – this will break the binding, but will not delete the data on the phone.

Frequent mistakes and their solutions

When you delete a Google account on Xiaomi, users face typical problems.

If you get the error "This device was reset. To continue, log in to the Google account that was previously used on this device," but don't remember the account details, check:

• 📧 Try to restore access to your account through Google Restore.
• 📱 If the phone was purchased by hand, contact the previous owner.
• 🔧 On devices with MIUI 13 and older, you can try to reset TWRP Recovery (requires an unlocked bootloader).

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If you buy Xiaomi with your hands, be sure to check if your Google and Mi Account are untied. ask the seller to do a reset with you and make sure that after the reboot, the phone doesn't require you to enter old data.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions