How to completely remove Mi Account from Xiaomi phone: all working methods

Why deleting your Mi Account is becoming a problem for Xiaomi users

Linking to a Mi Account is a prerequisite for the full use of Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones. The manufacturer positions this as a security measure, but in practice users face a lot of restrictions. The main problem is that without data from the previous owner (login and password), the phone turns into a “brick” after resetting. Even if you bought the device from hand and the seller assured that “everything is clean”, the risk of blocking remains.

Making matters worse, Xiaomi is actively fighting gray bypass methods. Owner authentication algorithms are tightening with each MIUI update. In 2023, for example, the company added a 72-hour waiting period to unlock after a reset, and from 2026, some models (Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+) require SMS confirmation of an account-linked number, making standard ways to delete an account ineffective.

In this article, we will discuss all current ways to delete Mi accounts for 2026, including official and alternative solutions.

  • 🔐 You forgot your login/password from your account.
  • 📱 Buy a phone from your hands and can not contact the seller
  • 🔄 After resetting, the device requires an old account
  • 🚫 The device is blocked due to suspicious activity

Official method: delete Mi Account through phone settings

If you have access to the login and password from your linked account, the easiest way is to delete it directly from the phone menu, which works on all devices running MIUI 12-14 (including Xiaomi 13T, Redmi Note 12, POCO F5, etc.).

Instructions:

  1. Open Settings → Accounts and Synchronization.
  2. Select your Mi Account (can be displayed as your email).
  3. Slap the gear icon (⚙️) top-right.
  4. Select Delete Account.
  5. Enter the password from the account and confirm the action.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi) 12S Ultra, Redmi K60) After deleting the account, you may need to restart the device. SIM-A memory card or card until the process is complete!

If the Delete Account button is inactive or absent, check:

  • 📶 Internet connection (mandatory via Wi-Fi or mobile network)
  • 🔄 System updates (c Settings) → The phone. → Update MIUI)
  • 📱 Device status (not to be lost/stolen)

Backup | Connect to stable Wi-Fi | Charge your phone at least 50% | Make sure you remember your account password | Disable two-factor authentication (if enabled)

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Delete your Mi Account via Xiaomi (if your phone is lost or stolen)

If you don't have physical access to your phone, but you remember the data from your Mi Account, you can remove the link remotely via a web interface.

  • 📱 Devices that have been stolen or lost
  • 🔄 Phones sold without detachment of account
  • 🛠 Smartphones under repair

Step-by-step:

  1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
  2. In the menu, select Devices.
  3. Find the phone you want and click Delete (or Sign Out).
  4. Confirm the action via SMS or email (depending on security settings).

After that, the account binding to the device will be removed, but:

What happens after the remote deletion of the account?
The phone will automatically reset to factory settings (if connected to the Internet). All local data (photos, messages, apps) will be deleted. If the device was in Find Device mode, the screen lock will also reset.

⚠️ Note: If the phone was marked as stolen (Lost Mode), remote deletion of the account will not remove the lock operator (IMEI In this case, you will need to contact Xiaomi support with purchase documents.

Resetting your Mi Account via Fastboot (for advanced users)

If you don't remember your account data, but your phone isn't locked after resetting, you can try removing the anchor via Fastboot mode. This method requires an unlocked bootloader and doesn't work on all models. It's suitable for MIUI 11-14 devices, except for 2023-2026 flagships (Xiaomi 13/14 series, Redmi K70), which use enhanced protection.

Tools required:

  • 🖥 Windows computer 10/11 macOS
  • 🔌 Cable USB (original, with data transmission support)
  • 🛠 Mi Flash Tool (download from official website)
  • 📄 Firmware for your model (Fastboot version)

Instructions:

  1. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into the Fastboot.
  2. Connect the device to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
  3. Select the downloaded firmware and press Refresh (the device must be determined).
  4. At the bottom, select Clean All (full reset) and click Flash.
  5. Wait until the process is completed (10-15 minutes).
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⚠️ Note: On models with Qualcomm Snapdragon processor 8 Gen 2/3 (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi K60 Pro) this method can result in hard-brick (completely inoperable) due to Anti-Rollback protection. Before firmware check the version of Anti in the Fastboot menu with the command: fastboot getvar anti Official via settings|Through the Xiaomi website|Fastboot firmware|I went to the service center.|I haven't tried it yet. --> Bypassing Mi Account after reset (if the phone requires an old account) The most common problem: you reset the phone to factory settings, and after turning on it requires you to enter data from the previous Mi Account. Xiaomi does not officially provide ways to circumvent this protection, but there are several working methods. 2026 Their effectiveness depends on the model and version. MIUI. Method 1: Through the recovery menu (TWRP) If the phone has a custom recavery installed TWRP, You can delete the files that are responsible for the account binding. 12 series (on new models) TWRP Often not working due to DM-Verity protection.Instructions: Load to the TWRP (usually up + Go to Advanced. → File Manager. Delete the files: /data/system/mi_account_db /data/system/device_id.xml Reset the device. 2: Through ADB (for MIUI 12–13) If the phone is connected to the PC and debugging is enabled USB, You can try to delete your account through commands. ADB. It doesn’t work on all models, but it often works on the Redmi Note. 10/11, POCO X3/X4. adb shell su rm /data/system/mi_account_db rm /data/system/device_id.xml reboot Method 3: Through service codes (for older models) On devices up to Xiaomi Mi 9 (MIUI 10–11) Sometimes the service codes are entered: 📞 Dial it ##3646633## (Engineering Mode). 🔧 Go to Connectivity → CDMA. 🔄 Select Disable Mi Account (if there is a clause). --> Compatibility table of methods with Xiaomi models (2026) Not all methods work on new devices due to tightening of protection. The table below shows current compatibility data (updated in May) 2026): Device model Official removal of Fastboot firmware TWRP/ADB Xiaomi service codes 14/14 Pro ✅ Yes. ❌ No, Anti. 4+) ❌ No. ❌ No Redmi Note. 13 Pro+ ✅ Yes. ⚠️ Partially (the risk of brick) ❌ No. ❌ No. POCO F5/F5 Pro ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes, Anti. 3) ⚠️ Only ADB ❌ No Redmi Note. 12 ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes (TWRP) ❌ No Xiaomi Mi. 11 Lite ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes. ⚠️ Sometimes the data in the table is based on user reports from forums. 4PDA, XDA-Developers and Tests on Devices with Latest Updates MIUI 14.0.5+. What to do if nothing helps: contacting the service center If all of the above methods did not work, the only official way remains – contacting the Xiaomi service center. It's relevant to: 🆔 Devices with an associated account, data from which is lost 🔒 Lost Mode (Stolen/Lost) 📱 2023-2026 models with enhanced protection (Xiaomi) 13T, Redmi K70) What will be required to unlock: Document of purchase (check, invoice, contract of sale with the IMEI). Passport (if purchased in Russia/CIS). IMEI Devices (can be found on the box or via the command *#06: 📅 3-7 days – if the documents are in order. 📅 14-30 days – if the device is listed as stolen (requires a database check) IMEI). ⚠️ Note: In 2026, Xiaomi tightened unlocking rules for devices purchased abroad.If the phone is brought from China/Europe without an official warranty in your region, the service center may refuse assistance even if there is a check. --> FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting Mi Account Can I delete Mi Account without password? Officially, no. But if the phone isn't locked after being reset, you can try the methods through a Fastboot or a Fastboot. ADB (On new models (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi Note 13) You have a very small chance of getting a service. What happens if you buy a Xiaomi account with a Mi Account attached? You can't use the phone after you reset, it requires data from your old account: 🚫 Blocking after update MIUI. 📵 Inability to use a mobile network (on some models). 🔒 Risk of remote lock by previous owner: Check account status through Settings before buying → Mi Account. How do you know if your Mi phone has an account attached? Go to Settings. → Accounts and synchronization → Mi Account. If it shows an email, the account is linked, and you can also check it through account.xiaomi.com under Devices. Will the phone reset after deleting the Mi Account? No, deleting the account through settings does not result in a reset. However, if you delete the account remotely (via the site) or using Fastboot firmware, all data will be erased. Can you sell Xiaomi without detaching the Mi Account? Technically, it is not fair to the buyer. Once you reset, the phone will become unusable. If you sell the device, be sure to delete the account through settings. Make a factory reset (Settings → Additional → Resetting, check the phone does not require reloading).