How to remove the password from Xiaomi Redmi 9: all ways to unlock

Forgot the pattern lock or PIN-code 9? Or did you buy a used smartphone with a locked screen? Don't rush to bring it to the service center. 80% In cases, you can do it yourself, and in this article we will discuss all the current ways to remove the password on Redmi. 9 (including Redmi models 9A/9C/9T), From official methods through Mi Account to technical solutions through Fastboot and Recovery.

It’s important to understand that the choice of method depends on whether your smartphone is linked to your Xiaomi account, whether USB debugging is enabled, and whether you are ready for a full data reset. We will describe each option in detail, indicating the requirements, risks and step-by-step actions. For convenience, at the end of the article there is a comparative table of methods and answers to frequent questions.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

This is the safest method if your smartphone is tied to your Xiaomi account. Suitable for cases where you forgot the pattern lock or PIN, but remember the data from Mi Account. The advantage is that you do not need a data reset (unless there was a hard lock after 5 failed attempts).

How it works: After several misguided password attempts, the system will offer an unlock option through the account. If this does not happen, use the manual method:

• 🔹 Enter the wrong password 5 times in a row until the message “Forgot the password” appears?"
• 🔹 Click on this caption and select "Unblock via Mi Account"
• 🔹 Enter the login (email/phone number and password from your Xiaomi account
• 🔹 Confirm the unlock through SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled)

⚠️ Note: If the smartphone was purchased from hand and tied to someone else's account, this method will not work, in such cases, you need to contact the previous owner to untie the device or use alternative methods.

If the unlock button does not appear through the account, check:

• 📶 Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile data must be active)
• 🔋 Battery level (less than 20% can block the function)
• 🕒 Last sync time (if the smartphone is not connected to the network for a long time) may require waiting up to 24 hours)

2.Reset via Recovery Mode (complete data cleanup)

If you lose access to your Xiaomi account and other methods are not available, you will be hard-reset via Recovery Mode, which will delete all data on your device, including photos, contacts and apps. Redmi 9 uses Xiaomi’s standard Recovery, but with some nuances.

Step instructions:

1. Turn off the smartphone with a long press on the power button (10-15 seconds).
2. Press the Power Button + Volume combination up and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select the language (usually English or Chinese).
4. Go to Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for selection).
5. Confirm the action by choosing Confirm.
6. After you complete the process, select Reboot to System.

Disable Google Account (if linked)

Save the IMEI (write on paper or take a picture)

Charge the battery to at least 50%

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On Redmi 9, resetting via Recovery takes 3-5 minutes.

• 📱 Complete the initial setup (selecting language, region, Wi-Fi connection)
• 🔑 Enter data from Xiaomi account if the device was tied (otherwise, Mi Account will be blocked)
• 📲 Restore data from a backup (if it was created earlier)

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi 9 firmware may require you to enter an old password to unlock the bootloader after resetting via Recovery. If you don't remember it, you'll have to use Fastboot or other methods. EDL.

3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)

The method via Fastboot is suitable if:

• 🔧 On the smartphone was included debugging on USB (lock-in)
• 🖥️ You have access to a computer with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot
• 📦 You are ready for possible data loss (depending on the selected teams)

For Redmi 9, the Fastboot unlock process involves deleting security key files.

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original)
• 📥 Archive with utility ADB and Fastboot (download from Android site)

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the smartphone off to your computer, holding Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot.
2. Open the command line (or terminal) in the ADB folder.
3. Check the connection command: fastboot devices must display the serial number of the device.
4. Run the command to delete the password: fastboot erase userdata fastboot erase frp
5. Reboot the device: fastboot reboot

After the reboot, the smartphone will be in a “post-purchase” state. If the Mi Account was previously tied, you will need to enter the activation data.

4.Use of EDL mode (emergency firmware)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is the last hope for unlocking Redmi 9 when other methods have failed. It allows you to flash the device without any locks, but requires:

• 🔧 Special cable. EDL (or the ability to solder resistor)
• 📥 Official firmware for your model (you can download it on the Xiaomi website)
• 💻 Mi Flash Tool Programs (Windows only)

Pre-launch warnings:

• ⚠️ The method cancels the guarantee (if it was)
• ⚠️ The wrong actions can turn a smartphone into a brick"
• ⚠️ Requires exact compliance with the instructions for your model (Redmi 9 is encoded with lancelot)

Short algorithm (see the full instructions in the video below):

1. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool.
2. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic symbols.
3. Transfer the smartphone to EDL mode: Turn off the device Press Volume up + Volume down and connect the cable to the PC

Mi Flash Tool

Refresh

Flash

Wait for the completion (10-15 minutes) and the reboot.

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If the smartphone doesn’t turn on after you have firmware through EDL, try flashing back with the clean all option option in the Mi Flash Tool. This will delete all partitions, including user data.

5. Alternative methods (without loss of data)

If you need to unlock Redmi 9 without resetting, there are a few little-known ways that don't work on all firmware, but try to:

Method 1: Bypassing an emergency call

On some versions of MIUI (especially older ones) the following trick works:

1. On the lock screen, click "Emergency Call".
2. Enter #4636## (test menu opens).
3. Return to the home screen via the Home button (if it is active).
4. Go to Settings → Accounts and delete the password.

In all other cases, the data will be deleted.