Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 It's still a popular smartphone because of its price-performance balance, but owners often face a problem: a forgotten password on apps. PIN-A code from a bank client, blocking messengers, or even asking for a system password every time a program is run, unlike newer models that use biometrics or a new model. MIUI 14+ With simplified security settings, on the Redmi Note 7 (s MIUI 10-12) The unblocking process has nuances.
In this article, we will take a full look at all the current ways to remove passwords from applications, including hidden MIUI features, bypassing through Xiaomi account and emergency measures for loss of access. We will not offer universal “magic buttons” but instead analyze each method with regard to the firmware version, type of lock (system or third-party) and possible risks. For example, resetting through Recovery will delete all data, but disabling Application Protection in the settings can work without losses.
1. Check the type of lock: system or third-party
Before you try to remove the password, determine which mechanism is used. On the Redmi Note 7, it can be:
- 🔒 Application protection MIUI — built-in function in Settings → Password and security → Application security, blocking access PIN-code-key.
- 🔐 Third-party applications (e.g. AppLock, Norton App Lock) are set up inside the software itself.
- 🏦 Banking/corporate applications – often use their own mechanisms (for example, Sberbank Online or Tinkoff).
How to tell:
- If when you start the application, a window with the MIUI logo and a field for entering appears, this is a system lock.
- If the design of the window is different from MIUI (other colors, fonts) – it is third-party software.
- Banking applications usually require a password only when you first start after a reboot.
⚠️ Note: If you use a corporate smartphone (issued by your employer), trying to remove your password may result in the device being remotely locked through your device. MDM-System (e.g. MobileIron or VMware Workspace) ONE). Check for apps with names like Company Portal or Knox. 2. Method 1: Disable protection through settings MIUI The safest method if you remember the password from Application Protection MIUI. Suitable for firmware MIUI 10-12 (other versions are rare on the Redmi Note 7) Instructions: Open Settings → Password and security → Application protection. Enter your current password (or pattern lock). Click on the icon ⚙️ (Settings) in the upper right corner. Select Disable application protection and confirm action: 🔍 Check the Settings section → Additionally. → Privacy (on some firmware). 🔄 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system. ☑️ Preparing to turn off the protection Make sure the phone is charged (>30%)Connect to Wi-Fi (in case of an update) MIUI)Remember the password from the Xiaomi account Make a backup copy of important data: 0 / 4 ⚠️ Note: Some firmware may need to restart after disabling Application Protection. If the lock is back after the reboot, check if the device administrators are present in Settings → Password and security → Device administrators: Remove suspicious applications (e.g. Clean Master or Clean Master) DU Battery Saver). 3. Method 2: If you forgot the password from Application Protection, but your Mi Account is tied, you can try resetting your security settings. This method only works when you are online and you have previously logged in. Steps: Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Account. Click on profile avatar → Security. Select Device Management and find your Redmi Note 7. Click Find Device → Delete Data (this is the last option!) or Unblock (if available). Alternative path (if Security is not available): Go to account.xiaomi.com from PC. Log in and go to Device Management. Select Redmi Note 7 and click Unblock the screen (the new version may not be available). Method Requires Password Data loss Works without internet Disconnection in settings ✅ Yes. ❌ No. ✅ Yes, reset via Mi Account ❌ No (access to the account required) ⚠️ Possibly (with "Erase the data") ❌ No Reset via Recovery ❌ No. ✅ Yes (full reset) ✅ Yes. 💡If a Xiaomi account is tied but unlock is not available, try temporarily disabling two-factor authentication in your account settings. Sometimes this helps activate hidden device management options. 4. Method 3: Delete application data (for third-party blockers) If the password is installed through third-party software (for example, AppLock), you can reset it without completely resetting the phone. This method works for most blockers, except for enterprise solutions. Instruction: Go to Settings → Annexes → App management. Find a blocker app (e.g. AppLock, Smart AppLock). Press Warehouse. → Clear the data and clear the cache. Reboot the phone. What happens: 🔓 All the locker settings will reset, including passwords. 📱 The application can request a new password at the first start. ⚠️ Some blockers (e.g. Norton App Lock) require you to enter the old password even after the data is reset. What to do if the blocker does not appear in the list of applications?Some blockers masquerade as system services. Try to find them by the keywords in the title: lock (e.g. com.sp.protector) security (e.g. com.antivirus) protect or guard If not found, check Settings → Special facilities → Special access applications. There may be hidden administrators. 5. Method 4: Recovery Reset (extremely) If other methods fail, there is a hard reset via Recovery Mode. This will remove all data from your phone, including photos, contacts and installed apps: 🔐 Do not remember the password from Application Protection MIUI. 📱 No linked Mi Account account. 🔧 Third-party blockers are not removed through settings. Step-by-step: Turn off your phone. Press the Power Button at the same time. + Volume up and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for confirmation). Confirm reset by selecting Wipe All Data. After completion, select Reboot. 💡Once reset via Recovery, the phone will return to factory settings. Data recovery will not be possible without a backup! If the phone has been enabled with Find My Device, after the reset, you may need to enter Xiaomi account data to activate the device (FRP-lockdown). ⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 7 firmwares have a "This" error after being reset via Recovery MIUI version cannot be installed on this device.“ This means that the firmware is damaged. In this case, you will need to flash the phone through the Fastboot using the Mi Flash Tool (instructions are outside the scope of this article). 6. Method 5: Bypass through the Fastboot ADB (For advanced users, if you have access to debugging USB (was enabled before blocking, you can try to delete the password through ADB. It requires a PC and basic command line knowledge: 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools. 📱 Cable USB (preferably original). 🔧 Included debugging by USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 times) → Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB. Commands to execute (enter Command Prompt or Terminal): Adb devices adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.guardprovider # Removes the system blocker MIUI pm clear com.android.settings # Resets security settings If the lock is installed by a third-party application, find its batch name through: adb shell pm list packages | grep -i lock then delete it: adb uninstall --user 0 com.example.applock 💡Before use ADB Check if access to debugging is blocked through Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Configuration USB. If there is a Charging, change to File Transfer (MTP) or PTP. 7. Frequent Errors and How to Avoid Them When Trying to Remove Passwords by Redmi Note Users 7 Often faced with typical problems. Here's how to solve them: Error Reason Decision Not visible section Protection of applications Obsolete firmware or regional restrictions MIUI Update. MIUI before the latest version or use it ADB After resetting via Recovery, the phone does not turn on Damaged system partition or incompatible firmware Sweat your phone through Fastboot with the official ROM ADB not see the device Not installed drivers or debugging disabled Install Mi PC Suite or drivers manually Requires password after locker data clearing App uses cloud backup Remove application completely via Settings → Annexes ⚠️ Note: If after all the manipulations, the phone requests a password from the Google account (FRP-blocking, which means that a reset was previously performed without deleting the account. Go around FRP You can use the Mi Account Unlock Tool on the Redmi Note 7, but you will need proof of ownership of the device (checks, box. FAQ: Answers to frequent questions Can you remove your password from your apps without losing your data? Yes, if: You remember the password from Application Protection. MIUI (Disable it in settings. Lock it is set by third-party software - clear its data in Settings → Apps. Use them. ADB (If you forget your password and you don't have a backup, you can't avoid data loss. Why does the phone ask for the old password after you reset it through Recovery? It's because of the function? FRP (Factory Reset Protection. On the Redmi Note 7, it is activated if: Mi Account was linked. Google Account sync enabled. Solution: enter the account that was tied before the reset. If you don't remember, contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase. How do you know which firmware is on my Redmi Note 7? Go to Settings → About the phone and look at the lines: Version MIUI (for example, MIUI Android version (e.g. Android 10) QKQ1.190825.002). Redmi Note 7 is currently available MIUI: If the version is below 10.2, we recommend updating. Do universal password resetting programs (for example, iMyFone LockWiper) work? For Xiaomi, such programs are ineffective for several reasons: MIUI It uses unique encryption, most password crackers only work with Samsung or iPhone, the risk of virus infection when downloading pirated versions, ADB, Can data be recovered after reset via Recovery? Theoretically, yes, but with reservations: If you synced with Mi Cloud, contacts, notes and some settings will be restored automatically. Photos and files can be restored using programs like DiskDigger or Recuva, but the odds are slim (MIUI encrypts user data). If you used TWRP Recovery and backup was made, the data can be restored completely. In most cases, after a hard reset, the data is lost irretrievably.