How to remove the lock of the Xiaomi phone: 7 proven ways (2026)

Forgot your Xiaomi password or bought a used phone with a locked screen? Take your time to bring it to the service center — 80% of the time you can unlock yourself without losing data. This article covers all the current methods for Redmi, POCO and Mi models (including the new Xiaomi 14 and Redmi Note 13 series). We will analyze both standard methods through Mi Account, and advanced ones through Fastboot, EDL and even bypassing factory lock without losing files.

Important: the methods differ depending on the type of lock (pattern lock, PIN, fingerprint, Mi Account) and version of MIUI. For example, on firmware older than MIUI 12 runs bypass through emergency call, and on new ones only official tools. In the article we noted what methods work on devices with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2/3 chip and MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ (they require a special approach due to enhanced protection).

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

The safest method is if the phone is tied to your Mi Account. Suitable for all models, including the Xiaomi 13T Pro and Redmi K60 Ultra.The main condition is to remember the username / password or have access to the linked mail / phone.

Instructions:

• 🔹 Enter the wrong password 5 times in a row until the Forgot Password button appears (on some models – Unblock via Mi Account).
• 📧 Enter the email or phone number associated with the account. The mail/sms will receive a confirmation code.
• 🔓 After entering the code, the system will suggest creating a new one. PIN graphical.

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If the button “Forgot your password?” does not appear, try connecting your phone to Wi-Fi or mobile network – on some firmware it is activated only when you have the Internet.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 14+ After unlocking through the account, additional verification may be required SMS, Even if the phone doesn’t support SIM-card (e.g. on Xiaomi Pad 6) In this case, use backup email.

2. Recovery Mode reset (data loss)

If you lose access to your Mi Account and you don't have any important data on your phone, you can do a hard reset. It works on all models, but it erases all information, including photos, contacts and apps, and it's suitable for POCO F5, Redmi 12 and other unlocked bootloaders.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage by volume buttons, confirm by power button).
4. After reset, restart the device via Reboot → Reboot to System.

Make sure the battery is charged at least 30 times%|Backup the data (if available)|Disable Google Account (if your phone has been linked)|Prepare. SIM-re-activation card

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⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI 13+ You may be asked to enter your old password after reset, if you don't remember it, you'll have to use Fastboot or EDL.

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3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced)

It works if you have an unlocked bootloader (OEM Unlock was enabled before locking) requires a PC with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and Mi Flash Unlock tool. It works on Snapdragon devices (Xiaomi 12S Ultra, POCO F4 GT) and some MediaTek (Redmi Note 11 Pro+).

Instructions:

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool and install it.
2. Put the phone in Fastboot mode: turn it off, then press Power + Volume down.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and launch the Mi Unlock Tool. Sign in with the same Mi Account as your phone.
4. Press Unlock and wait until the process is complete (it can take up to 10 minutes).

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⚠️ Note: On new devices (Xiaomi 14, Redmi) K70) Xiaomi has put a restriction on unlocking via Fastboot only 72 to 168 hours after you have attached your account.

4. Bypassing the lock via EDL (9008 mode)

The most reliable way for devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro, POCO F5). Requires a special cable or test point on the board, but allows you to unlock the phone even without access to the Mi Account.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Windows PC 10/11 and Qualcomm drivers HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download from xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
• 🔌 Cable USB supportive EDL (or testpoint).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone and connect it to the PC, holding Volume up + Volume down (for some models, you need to close the testpoint).
2. In Device Manager, check that the phone is defined as QHSUSB_BULK qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
3. Start the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware and press Flash.

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EDL-The mode is the only way to unlock Xiaomi with a locked bootloader and lost access to the Mi Account. however, it requires technical skills and can void the warranty.

5 Unlocking through Google Find My Device

If you have Find My Device on and it's connected to the Internet, you can reset your password remotely, and this works on all models with MIUI 12+, but you need to:

• 📍 Accessing a Google account that was linked to a phone.
• 🌐 Active connection to Wi-Fi or mobile network.
• 🔄 The enabled function Find the device in the settings.

Instructions:

1. Go to Google Find My Device.
2. Select a locked phone from the list of devices.
3. Press Erase Data. → Clean the device.
4. After resetting, set up the phone as new.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 Pro) after a remote reset may require the entry of an old password because of FRP (Factory Reset Protection: Use Fastboot or EDL.

6. Alternative methods (for older models)

On devices with MIUI 10–11 (for example, Redmi Note 8 Pro, Xiaomi Mi 9) sometimes trigger "holes" in the system:

Another way is to use ADB (if USB debugging is enabled):

adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key


adb shell rm /data/system/password.key




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This will delete password files, but only works if:

• 🔌 Debugging by USB was turned on before the lockdown.
• 🖥️ Access to PCs with installed drivers ADB.

7. when you can not do without a service center

Please contact the official Xiaomi service if:

• 🔒 Your phone is locked through your Mi Account and you don’t remember your account details (and there’s no proof of purchase).
• 🛠️ The device has a hardware lock (for example, after an unsuccessful firmware through the EDL).
• 📱 The model is equipped with a chip MediaTek with a locked DA-Authorization (Redmi) 10A, POCO M4 Pro).

The cost of unlocking in the service:

⚠️ Warning: Unofficial services often use “gray” unlocking methods (for example, substitution). IMEI), This can lead to loss of warranty or network lock.Require a Xiaomi Authorized Service Provider certificate from the masters.

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