How to remove Mi-account from Xiaomi device: from official deletion to bypassing the lock

Linking the device to a Mi Account is a standard security measure from Xiaomi, which protects user data when a gadget is stolen or lost. However, the same feature often becomes a headache: after resetting the phone requires you to enter the username and password of the previous owner, and official methods of deleting the account do not always work. Especially relevant problem for devices purchased from hand, sellers forget to untie the profile, and the buyer gets a “brick” with a lock.

In this article, we will analyze all the current methods of deleting a Mi Account - from legal (via settings and the Xiaomi website) to technical (bypassing locks via Fastboot or EDL). Separately, we will dwell on the nuances for different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11, etc.) and the risks that are borne by "gray" ways of unlocking. If you encounter a message "This device is tied to a Mi Account" - here you will find a solution.

1. Officially delete Mi Account through phone settings

The easiest and safest way to untie your account is to untie it directly from the device menu, which is suitable if:

• 🔹 You have access to your phone (it is not locked after resetting).
• 🔹 Remember the login and password from the attached Mi-account.
• 🔹 The device is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Synchronization → Mi-account.
2. Click on the profile icon in the top corner and select Exit.
3. Confirm the action by entering the password from the account.
4. Return to Settings → About Phone → Advanced Settings → Reset settings and perform a full reset.

⚠️ Note: If two-factor authentication is enabled on the device (SMS or email code), it must be disabled in advance in the account settings on account.xiaomi.com. Otherwise, when you exit, the system will request a code that may not come to the new number.

This method works on all modern models (Redmi 13C, POCO F5, Xiaomi 14, etc.), but it will not help if the phone is already reset and requires data entry from the previous owner.

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

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

• 📱 Phone is lost/stolen and you want to untie it from your profile.
• 🔄 You sold your gadget but forgot to log out of your account.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find the desired gadget (by model or IMEI).
3. Click on three dots next to the device and select Remove the device.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

After that, the binding will be removed, and the new owner will be able to activate the phone without locking.

⚠️ Note: If a device has been stolen, an attacker can take advantage of a loophole: after deleting through the site, the phone will still require data entry when it is first turned on. To completely block the gadget, use the Find the device on the same site - it will allow you to remotely lock the screen and erase data.

3. bypassing the blocking of the Mi-account after reset (if you do not know the password)

Situation: you bought Xiaomi with your hands, the seller did not untie the account, and after resetting the phone requires you to enter the username and password of the previous owner. Official methods do not help - what to do? There are several ways to bypass the lock, but all of them have risks:

• 🔧 Technical methods (via Fastboot or EDL) — Require PC, cable and knowledge.
• 💰 Paid services – some workshops offer deletion of the account for 500-2000 ₽.
• 📱 Exploits – vulnerabilities in firmware that allow you to reset the lock (do not work on all models).

Let’s look at the two most common techniques.

3.1. Delete via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

This is a good way to do this if the bootloader is already unlocked on the device, and check this by turning off the phone, pressing Volume Down + Power to log into the Fastboot, and if the bottom of the screen says Unlocked, the bootloader is unlocked.

Instructions:

1. Download and install Android SDK Platform Tools on your PC.
2. Connect your phone to your computer in Fastboot mode.
3. Open the command line in the folder with platform-tools and type: fastboot oem clean_all
4. After completing the command, restart the device: fastboot reboot

⚠️ Attention: Team clean_all It completely erases data from the device, including the firmware. After the reboot, you may need to flash the phone again through the Mi Flash Tool.

EDL bypass (for locked loader)

If the bootloader is locked (Locked in Fastboot), the only way to do this is to use EDL (Emergency Download Mode) mode, which requires:

• 🖥️ Windows PC and Qualcomm Drivers.
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).
• 📁 Firmware for your model (download from xiaomifirmwareupdater.com).
• 🔧 Mi Flash Tool or QFil.

Algorithm of action:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume up + Volume down and connect the cable to the PC – the device will go to EDL mode (the screen will be black).
3. Open the Mi Flash Tool, select the downloaded firmware and press Flash.
4. Wait until the process is completed (10-15 minutes).

Once you've done the firmware, the phone will turn on without being tied to the Mi Account, but there are some critical nuances:

⚠️ Attention: Method EDL It only works on Qualcomm processor devices (Redmi Note 10, POCO X3, Mi 10T On MediaTek (Redmi). 9A, POCO M3) You need another software — SP Flash Tool. Wrong firmware can turn your phone into a brick. Use only official files for your model! On new devices (released after 2022), Xiaomi has closed loopholes in the phone. EDL. The bypass may not work.

4. Specifics of deleting Mi-account on different Xiaomi models

Not all methods are universal — the effectiveness of the method depends on the device model, the version of MIUI and the type of processor.

For devices on MediaTek (Redmi 9, POCO M4) Often, an additional auth file is required, which can only be obtained from official Xiaomi partners or through paid services (for example, for example, from paid services, GSM-forums).

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Before buying a used Xiaomi, always check the status of your Mi Account! ask the seller to log out of your profile in your presence or provide a check with IMEI for verification through the official Xiaomi service.

5. Risks and consequences of unofficial deletion of the Mi-account

Bypassing a lock via Fastboot or EDL may seem like a universal solution, but it has serious downsides:

• 🚨 Loss of warranty: Any unofficial interference with firmware will void Xiaomi warranty.
• 🔄 Unstable work, after firmware through EDL Bugs: problems with the camera, sensors or mobile network.
• 🔒 Lockdown IMEI. On new models (Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13) incorrect firmware can lead to locking IMEI, And the phone will lose touch.
• 💸 If something goes wrong, it'll cost you between 3,000 and 5,000 to rebuild the service center. ₽.

The safest way is to contact an authorized service center Xiaomi, where they can delete the account by documents (check or contract of sale) or offer a paid unlock (cost - from the price of the service). 1000 ₽). The list of official CC can be found on the website mi.com/ru/service.

⚠️ Some “masters” offer to delete the Mi-account for 300-500 ₽ It's a fraud, because after payment, they either disappear or they're crooked, breaking it down, never handing over your PC or your phone to anyone else!

6. How to avoid Mi Account problems when buying used Xiaomi

To avoid getting blocked after purchase, follow these rules:

If the seller refuses to untie the account or claims that "everything will be fine" - this is a reason to be wary, most likely, the phone is stolen or with a problematic history.

Also, please note the MIUI version:

• 📱 Nana MIUI 14 and later, the blocking of the Mi Account became tougher - bypassing through Fastboot or EDL It only works on old firmware.
• 🔄 If the phone's on MIUI 12 or lower, chances of a successful bypass are higher.

If you've already been blocked, try contacting the previous owner. Sometimes people agree to help explain the situation. At the very least, contact Xiaomi (via support.xiaomi.com) with proof of purchase - they can go along and remove the lock.

7. Alternative ways to unlock (for advanced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can try more complex ones, they require technical skills and they don't guarantee 100% results, but sometimes they help where other methods are powerless.

7.1.Use of vulnerabilities in MIUI (exploits)

Some versions of MIUI have bugs that allow you to bypass the blocking of the Mi Account without firmware.

• 🔓 Exploitation through Emergency Call. MIUI 10-12: a special combination is entered in the emergency call menu to allow access to the settings.
• 📡 On some models (Redmi 8, Note 9) you can connect to the network, and then through the browser download the download for reset.

Up-to-date exploits are searched for on forums like 4PDA or XDA Developers, but most of them are already closed in newer versions of MIUI.

7.2. firmware through TestPoint (for experienced)

If the EDL is not working because of a blocked access, you can use the TestPoint method, which involves physically closing the contacts on the device board to force it to firmware mode.

• ✅ It works even on new models (Xiaomi 13, Redmi Note 12).
• ⚠️ Requires disassembly of the phone and risks damaging the fee.
• 🛠️ Need a soldering iron, tester and motherboard scheme.

TestPoint instructions are published on profile forums, but without experience, it is better not to experiment. An error can lead to a complete failure of the device.

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If you're not sure about your skills, don't take risks, go to the service. Wrong firmware or closing contacts can turn out to be expensive repairs.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting your Mi Account