Why Deleting Google Account on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Needs a Special Approach
Deleting a Google account with Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is a task that seems simple at first glance, but in practice it has several pitfalls: Android smartphones (and the Redmi Note 7 runs on MIUI over Android 9 Pie) are integrated with Google services at the system level, which means that simply clicking “Delete account” in the settings does not always result in complete erasure of data from the device.
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (codenamed lavender) has added its own security mechanisms that may conflict with Google’s standard procedures, such as when users delete an account through the settings menu, some users encounter FRP-blocking the next time they turn on the phone, a security mechanism that requires the last associated account to be entered after a reset.
Another problem is synchronized data. Even after deleting an account, contacts, photos from Google Photos, notes and other data can remain on Google servers if you do not turn off sync in advance. In this article, we will discuss three proven methods for deleting a Google account with the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, including bypassing FRP if it is already activated, and also explain how to avoid losing important information.
Method 1: Standard removal through phone settings
The most obvious and safe way is to delete your account directly from the settings menu, which is suitable if you have access to your phone, remember your Google account password, and don’t plan to reset your device to factory settings anytime soon.
Here's the step-by-step instruction:
- Open the Settings app (the gear icon on the home screen or in the application menu).
- Scroll down and select Accounts and Sync (in some versions of MIUI, this item may be called Accounts).
- Google, and all your phone-linked accounts will be displayed here.
- Select the appropriate account (if there are several).
- In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Delete Account.
- Confirm the action by entering a password or pattern lock from the phone (if requested).
After that, the account will be deleted from the device, but the data on the Google servers will be saved. If you want to erase the information completely (for example, before selling a phone), go to myaccount.google.com on your computer and manually delete the device from the list of trusted people, and also clear the history.
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⚠️ Note: If you delete a single Google account on your phone, some features (e.g. Google Play Store, Gmail, YouTube) will stop working before you add a new account, and purchases in games and apps may disappear if they were linked to that account.
Method 2: Removal through Hard Reset
If you plan to sell or transfer the Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 to another person, the most reliable way to erase all data, including Google accounts, is to perform a full reset (Hard Reset). PIN-phone.
Important: Once reset, the phone will require you to enter the data of the last Google account associated with it (this is what it is). FRP-If you don't remember the password, skip this method and go to Method 3.
Resetting instructions:
- 📱 Method 1 (via Settings): Go to Settings → The phone. → Resetting settings → Delete all data. Confirm the action and wait for the restart.
- 🔧 Method 2 (via Recovery): Turn off the phone. Press the power button at the same time + Volume up before the Mi logo appears. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data. → Wipe All Data (management is done by volume and power buttons).
| Action. | Method 1 (Settings) | Method 2 (Recovery) |
|---|---|---|
| Password from the phone is required | Yes. | No. |
| Removes FRP-blocking | No (you need to enter an account after resetting) | No. |
| Wipes away internal memory | Yes (optional) | Yes. |
| Implementation time | 2-5 minutes | 5-10 minutes |
Once reset, the phone will turn on in the "out of the box" state. At the setup stage, you will be asked to enter the Google account that was linked last, and if you don't remember the password, use the reset form or move on to the next method.
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Before resetting, remove the memory card (microSD) and SIM-card – this will speed up the process and prevent accidental formatting of the external drive.
Method 3: Bypass FRP-blocking on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 (if the password is forgotten)
If after resetting the phone requires entering data of the Google account, which you do not remember, you will need to bypass FRP-This method is only suitable for Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 Android-based 9 Pie (versions) MIUI 10/11/12). On newer versions of Android (10+) The roundup may not work due to enhanced security measures.
⚠️ Warning: Using this method may violate Google’s terms of service, and use it only on your device or with the owner’s permission.
Step-by-step:
- On the FRP lock screen, connect your phone to Wi-Fi (this is a must).
- Go back to the Google account input screen. Slip the text input field to make the keyboard appear.
- On the Gboard keyboard (standard for Xiaomi), press the space with a long tap, then select the keyboard settings (cog icon).
- In the menu that opens, click on three dots (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Help and reviews.
- Slip on any word in the help, then select Web search. The browser will open.
- In your browser, go to bit.ly/frp-xiaomi (or manually type https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Xz5JqLQ1Xz5JqLQ1Xz5JqLQ1Xz5JqLQ1 is an archive with FRP bypass tools).
- Download and install. APK-file FRP Bypass Tool (e.g. QuickShortcutMaker).
- Launch the app, search in the Google Settings list, and create a shortcut to Delete your account.
- Follow the instructions on the screen to reset FRP.
After a successful bypass, the phone will restart and you can configure it as a new device.Please note that this method may not work on the latest MIUI updates, as Xiaomi regularly closes vulnerabilities used to bypass FRP.
What to do if FRP bypassing does not work?
What to do with data after deleting your Google account
Deleting your Google account from your phone doesn't mean your data is gone forever.
- 📇 Contacts: If they sync with Google, they can be restored by adding the account again. Local contacts (save only on the phone) will be deleted when reset.
- 📷 Photo and video: Google Photos files stay in the cloud. Local media files on the phone will be deleted when reset if they were not transferred to a memory card.
- 🎮 Apps and Games: App data (e.g., game progress) may be lost if it was linked to a remote account.
- 📍 Location and History: Visit history in Google Maps and other geolocation data will be saved in your Google account.
If you are selling a phone, we recommend:
- Backup important data to a PC or external drive.
- Disable Find your device in Google settings (Security → Find my device).
- Remove your phone from the list of trusted devices in your Google account (Security → Your Devices).
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Even after deleting your account from your phone, the data remains on Google’s servers, and to completely erase it, you need to manually clear the history in your Google account.
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
When you delete a Google account with Xiaomi Redmi Note 7, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to prevent them:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| Phone asks for password after reset (FRP) | Factory Reset Protection is not disabled | Use the FRP bypass method or recall account details |
| Account not deleted (button is inactive) | Phone in "Device Management" (MDM) mode | Disable management through Settings → Security |
| Lost contacts after removal | No backup was made. | Recover from Google Contacts or Local Backup |
| Apps stopped working | Deleted only Google account | Add a new account in the settings |
Another common problem is cyclical reboot after deleting an account, which happens when you have scraps of data left in the system from a remote profile, to fix:
- Load your phone in Safe Mode (hold the power button → long press on “Stop” → “Reboot Safe Mode”).
- Remove the Google App cache (Settings → Apps → Google → Storage → Clear the cache).
- Restart your phone in normal mode.
⚠️ Note: If after deleting the account, the phone stopped connecting to the mobile network, check the settings APN. Sometimes, a Google account reset also resets the network settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access points (APN).
Alternative methods: deleting an account via PC
If you can't delete your Google account from your phone for some reason, you can use your computer, which requires USB debugging and Xiaomi drivers installed.
Instructions:
- Connect the Redmi Note 7 to the PC via USB-cable (use the original cable for a stable connection).
- On the phone, turn on Developer Mode: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and tap on this item 7 times.
- Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.
- Download and install Android SDK Platform Tools.
- Open the command prompt (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute: adb devices If the device is displayed, type: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms This command will remove Google services for the current user (no root rights).
- Reboot your phone. Google account will be detached, but some features (like the Play Store) may not work properly.
This method is suitable for power users, as the wrong ADB commands can disrupt the system. If you are not sure about your actions, you should use one of the previous methods.