Deleting a Google account from a Xiaomi phone is a challenge that users face when selling a device, changing a profile, or after buying a used smartphone. Unlike other brands, Xiaomi integrates Google services deeper into the MIUI system, which sometimes complicates the process. In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to delete an account, from the standard through settings to bypassing the lock after a reset.
It is important to understand: simple deletion of the account from the Settings menu → Accounts don't always work on Xiaomi, like models with a MIUI 14+ You may need to confirm your password, and on devices with FRP-After a phone is reset, we will look at solutions for all scenarios, including when you don’t remember your Google password or the previous owner hasn’t deleted your profile.
1. Standard deletion of Google account through Xiaomi settings
The easiest method is to delete it through the system menu, and it works if:
- 🔹 You know the password from your Google account;
- 🔹 Phone not locked after reset (FRP);
- 🔹 The device is not tied to a corporate domain (for example, through Android Enterprise).
Instructions:
- Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Passwords and Security → Google Accounts on new versions of MIUI).
- Select the account that needs to be deleted.
- Click Delete your account (or Delete your account on English firmware).
- Confirm the action with a password from Google or a pattern lock of the phone.
⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) When you delete your account, you may lose access to Google Play and other services. To avoid this, manually disable sync before deleting: → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization.
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2. Removal through resetting settings (Hard Reset)
If the standard method didn't work or you're selling a phone, it's going to help you reset completely, and it erases all data, including accounts, but it's nuanced.
- 🔹 On devices with MIUI 12+ and FRP-After reset protection, you will need to enter your old Google account details;
- 🔹 In some models (for example, POCO F5) Reset does not delete your Mi Account – it will have to be removed separately;
- 🔹 If the phone was linked to a corporate account, you may need to contact the administrator.
How to reset:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Choose to erase all data (or Factory Reset).
- Confirm the action with a pattern lock or PIN-code.
- Wait until the process is completed (it takes 5-15 minutes).
| Xiaomi model | Does Google require a password after resetting? | Does Mi Account delete? |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11 | Yeah, if there was an account. | No. |
| POCO X3 Pro | Yes. | No. |
| Xiaomi 13 Lite | Yes (on MIUI 14) | Partially. |
| Redmi 9A | No (on older versions of MIUI) | Yes. |
⚠️ Note: If after a reset, the phone requires the data of an old Google account and you do not know them, proceed to the method of bypassing. FRP.
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3. Delete Google account via ADB (for advanced)
If the phone is not locked, but the standard deletion does not work (for example, due to a synchronization error), you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer and enabled debugging over USB.
Instructions:
- Enable Developer Mode on Xiaomi: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times)
- Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
- Connect your phone to your PC and start the command: adb shell pm list packages | grep 'google' (to find Google packet identifiers).
- Delete your account by command: adb shell pm uninstall-k --user 0 com.google.android.gms (replace com.google.android.gms with the desired package).
Important: This method only deletes your account data, but does not disable FRP. If you sell a phone, do a reset after ADB.
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Before using ADB, check if the OEM unlocker is locked in the settings (Developers → OEM Unlock). On some Xiaomi models, this option is reset after the reboot!
4. Factory Reset Protection (FRP) bypasses Xiaomi
If the phone requires the data of the old Google account after the reset, and you do not know them, you will need to bypass FRP. The methods differ depending on the version of MIUI and the model:
- 🔹 For MIUI 12–14: Use the Mi Account Unlock Tool (the official Xiaomi tool, requires 72 hours of waiting).
- 🔹 For older versions (MIUI 11 and below: You can get around by TalkBack or ES File Explorer (instructions are available on profile forums).
- 🔹 For POCO Black Shark: Fastboot Firmware often helps with shutdown FRP.
The following is a Step-by-step with Mi Account Unlock Tool:
- Download the official software from the Xiaomi website.
- Start your phone in Fastboot mode (press Power + Vol Down).
- Connect to the PC and follow the instructions of the program.
- After unlocking, reset the settings again.
⚠️ Note: Some "gray" ways to get around FRP (for example, through APK-files) may result in blocking IMEI Use only official methods or proven tools like the Mi Flash Tool.
What happens if you don't get around FRP?
5. Delete Google account after buying a used Xiaomi phone
If you bought your phone with your hands and the previous owner didn’t delete your Google account, the algorithm of actions depends on the situation:
| Script | Decision |
|---|---|
| The phone is not blocked, but someone else’s account is hanging. | Remove via Settings → Accounts (if you know the password) or reset. |
| After reset, old account data (FRP) is required | Use FRP bypass methods or contact the previous owner. |
| Phone tied to Mi Account (requires Xiaomi login) | You need to remove the link through the official website (access to the mail of the previous owner is required). |
If you cannot contact the previous owner, there are two options:
- Bypass FRP (see section 4).
- Flash your phone through Fastboot with complete data erasure (see XDA Developers for specific model instructions).
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Before buying a used Xiaomi phone, always check if your Google and Mi Account account is deleted. Ask the seller to reset with you or send a photo of the Settings → Accounts menu.
6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
When you delete your Google account on Xiaomi, users often face the following common problems:
- 🔹 "Unable to delete account" (Sync error): Solution: Disconnect the Internet, go to Settings → Annexes → Google Play Services and clear the cache. then repeat deletion.
- 🔹 "Password from previous account required: Solution: Use the bypass FRP Restore your account through Google Account Recovery.
- 🔹 "After Deletion, Contacts and Photos are Lost: Solution: Restore data from a backup of Google Drive or Mi Cloud (if sync was enabled).
Another common mistake is trying to delete an account through Settings → Users. On Xiaomi, this section is responsible for multiplayer, not Google accounts!