How to Delete Google Account with Xiaomi Redmi 9: 5 Verified Ways

Why is deleting a Google account on Redmi 9 causing problems?

Xiaomi Redmi 9 smartphones (including Redmi 9A, 9C, 9T) are based on MIUI firmware, which is closely integrated with Google services. Deleting the main Google account here is complicated by two key factors: FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection and the specifics of Xiaomi's security policy. If you simply delete your account through settings, after a reboot, the device may require re-entry of data - this is a standard measure against theft.

What’s more, Redmi 9 with Android 10/11 and MIUI 12-14 has a different uninstallation process than the older models, such as the “Delete Account” option on Google’s menu, instead offering only “Delete Account” (which is not tantamount to a complete deletion) and covering all current 2026 methods, including bypassing FRP without losing data if you forget your password.

Before you start, please note that deleting your main Google account will result in:

• 🚫 Loss of access to Google Play, Gmail, YouTube and other services on this device.
• 🔄 Automatically delete all data synchronized with your account (contacts, calendars, notes).
• 🔒 Locking the device after resetting (FRP), If you do not turn off the protection in advance.

Method 1: Standard removal via MIUI settings

This is the safest method, but it only works if:

• ✅ Remember the password from your Google account.
• ✅ Phone is not locked (no request) PIN/graphical key).
• ✅ The device is not linked to a corporate account (Work Profile).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Passwords and Security in MIUI 14).
2. Select Google → tap on the desired account.
3. Click Delete Account (in some versions of MIUI, the option is hidden – see spoiler below).
4. Confirm the action by entering the device password or pattern lock.

Important! After deleting your account through your settings, Redmi 9 can automatically create an “empty” Google profile. To avoid this, immediately go to Settings → Apps → App Management → Google Play Services and clear the cache.

Method 2: Recovery Mode (without data loss)

If the standard method failed or the phone was locked, you can use Recovery Mode, which does not erase user data, but requires precise steps to be taken.

Algorithm:

1. Turn off Redmi 9 → press the Power button + Volume up for 10 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
2. From the Recovery menu, select the language → Wipe & Reset → Wipe All Data.
3. Back to the main menu → Choose Advanced → File Manager.
4. Go to /data/system/ and delete the files: accounts.db accounts.db-wal accounts.db-shm
5. Reboot your phone. Once you turn on, your Google account will be deactivated.

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If File Manager doesn't have a /data folder, you have a rootless stock Recovery, and then use Method 3 (ADB).

⚠️ Warning: Do not confirm Wipe All Data in 2 - this will lead to a complete reset! If you accidentally press, immediately turn off the phone with a long hold on the power button.

Method 3: Delete your account via ADB (for advanced)

The method for users who have access to debugging by USB (USB Debugging. It's fine if you:

• 🔧 You previously turned on the developer mode.
• 🖥️ There's a computer with a setup. ADB-driver.
• 📱 Phone unlocked (no pattern lock).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC via USB, enable File Transfer.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with adb.exe.
3. Enter the commands in turn: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gsf pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.vending
4. Reboot your phone. Your Google account will be deleted, but the services (Play Market, etc.) will be gone.

⚠️ Note: After these commands are completed, Redmi 9 will lose access to Google Play. APK-file-dump.

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ADB-The method is only suitable if you are willing to sacrifice Google services. For complete removal without consequences, it is better to use Method 4 (bypassing). FRP).

Method 4: Bypass FRP (if you forget your Google password)

If you reset Redmi 9 to factory settings and now the phone requires data entry from your previous Google account (FRP protection), you can bypass the lock without a password. This method works on MIUI 12-14 and does not require root rights.

Instructions:

1. On the FRP lock screen, click Add Wi-Fi Network → enter any network name.
2. When entering a password from Wi-Fi, press a long tap on the input field → select Insert → Keyboard settings.
3. In the keyboard settings (e.g., Gboard), tap three points → Help → find a link to YouTube.
4. The browser will open - download APK-file of any launcher (e.g., Nova Launcher) or bypass tool FRP (FRP Bypass Tool).
5. Install the downloaded APK, run it and go to Settings → Reset to factory (already without FRP blocking).

The following is an alternative for MIUI 14:

• 📱 On screen. FRP insert SIM-map.
• 🌐 Press Emergency Call → dial ##4636## → Choose Phone Information.
• 🔄 Go back, tap the settings (cog icon) → Reset to factory.

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If the phone requests an account again after bypassing FRP, try turning off your Wi-Fi/mobile data before resetting. Sometimes the lock is triggered due to automatic synchronization.

Method 5: Hard Reset – a last resort

If none of these methods work, you'll have a hard reset, which will delete all your phone data, including your Google account, but all your files, photos and apps, and Redmi 9 will do this reset.

Option 1 (through settings):

1. Settings → About the phone → Reset settings → Erase all data.
2. Enter the device password (if required).
3. Confirm the reset - the phone will restart and return to factory settings.

Option 2 (via Recovery if the phone is locked):

1. Turn off Redmi 9 → pinch Power + Volume up.
2. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm.
3. After reset, select Reboot.

⚠️ Attention: Redmi 9s MIUI 14 after Hard Reset, you may be left with a binding to Mi Account (Xiaomi account). To completely "reset" the phone, untie it to Settings before resetting. → Mi Account → Get out.

What to do after deleting your Google account?

After successful account deletion, it is recommended to:

• 🔄 Create a new Google account (if you use your phone) without it, it won't work: Play Market, Gmail, YouTube, Google Maps.
• 📱 Update MIUI Up to the latest version (protection) FRP It may be different in new builds).
• 🔒 Disable synchronization for unnecessary data (Settings) → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization).
• 🛡️ Set up a backup via Mi Cloud (if you plan to sell your phone, untie your Mi Account!).

If you are selling Redmi 9, you must:

1. Do Hard Reset (see Method 5).
2. Delete. SIM-memory-card.
3. Check what in Settings → About Phone → Status of the device “Not tied”.

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After deleting your Google account, your phone may be slower, which is due to the shutdown of Google Play services. To fix, install Google Play Services manually from the APK or reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting a Google account on Redmi 9