Why Deleting a Google Account on Redmi 7 Could Be a Problem
Deleting a Google account from a Xiaomi Redmi 7 phone is a trivial task, but owners of MIUI-based devices often face unexpected challenges: the system can block access to certain features, require re-entry, or even activate FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection, which is because Redmi 7, released in 2019, runs Android 9 Pie with a Xiaomi-branded shell, where the integration of Google services is not as flexible as on “pure” Android.
The main problem lies in the MIUI architecture: after deleting an account through standard settings, some applications (for example, Play Store or Gmail) may stop syncing, and when resetting to factory settings, the phone will require you to enter the last associated metric. In addition, Redmi 7 often runs a bug, in which after deleting the profile, you can not add a new account without rebooting, we will understand how to avoid these pitfalls and correctly deactivate the account.
Important: On Xiaomi Redmi 7 with MIUI below 12.0.3, deleting the main Google account through settings may cause the Google Play Services service to crash – in which case, a manual reinstallation via ADB will be required.
Method 1: Standard removal through MIUI settings
The easiest way is to use the built-in tools of the system, and it's good if:
- 🔹 Remember your account password and it is not blocked
- 🔹 The phone is not in Find My Device mode (remote lock)
- 🔹 You have an official firmware installed. MIUI (non-custom)
- 🔹 You don’t plan to drop your phone to factory settings anytime soon.
Instructions:
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to Accounts and Sync (or Google depending on MIUI version).
- Tap your Google account.
- In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Delete Account.
- Confirm the action by entering the device password (if requested).
⚠️ Note: After deleting through this method, Redmi 7 may stop auto-updating apps from the Play Store. To restore the function, go to Settings → Annexes → Application management → Google Play Store → Storage and clear the cache.
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Method 2: Removal via ADB (for power users)
If the standard method didn’t work or you got the error “Can’t delete your account”, you will have to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires connecting your phone to your computer, but is guaranteed to work even on locked devices (provided that debugging over USB is enabled).
What you need:
- 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (You can download from the official website)
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)
- 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Tap 7 times, then return to the additional → For developers)
Step-by-step:
- Connect Redmi 7 to your PC and confirm your trust in your computer on your phone screen.
- Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and do:
adb devices(Your device must be displayed with a serial number.)
- Enter the command to delete the account:
adb shell pm clear com.google.android.gms
adb shell content delete --uri content://com.android.providers.settings/settings --where "name='account_sync_enabled'"- Reboot your phone (adb reboot).
⚠️ Note: After these commands are executed, all Google account data will be erased from the device, including saved passwords in Chrome and Gmail settings. If you used Titanium Backup or other backup tools, restore the data before rebooting.
What if the ADB can’t see the device?
Method 3: Delete via Fastboot (if the phone is locked)
If Redmi 7 is blocked due to FRP (for example, after resetting to factory settings), and you do not remember your account data, you will have to use Fastboot mode.
You'll need:
- 🔧 Unlocked bootloader (if not, read the instructions below)
- 💻 Computer with Fastboot installed and drivers
- 📄 Firmware file for Redmi 7 (download from Xiaomi Firmware Updater)
Instructions:
- Turn off your phone and press Power + Volume Down to log into Fastboot.
- Connect the device to the PC and check the connection:
fastboot devices- Enter the command to remove FRP:
fastboot erase frp- Re-flash the device (optional if you want a clean system):
fastboot flash system system.img
fastboot flash boot boot.img⚠️ Attention: Fastboot erase frp and flashing commands erase all data from internal memory, including photos and apps. If your phone had important files, try extracting them first through the phone. TWRP (if established).
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How to unlock the bootloader on Redmi 7 for the Fastboot method
If the bootloader is locked, the Fastboot commands won't work. Xiaomi lets you officially unlock the bootloader, but the process takes up to 72 hours (due to company verification).
Steps:
- Download the Mi Unlock Tool from the official website.
- Log into your Mi Account on your phone (Settings → Xiaomi Account) and link the device.
- Enable OEM Unlocking in Settings → Additional → For Developers.
- Connect Redmi 7 to your PC in Fastboot mode and launch the Mi Unlock Tool.
- Log in to the same Mi Account and click Unlock.
Wait. SMS with confirmation (may come in 1-3 days) After unlocking the bootloader, all data on the phone will be erased!
| Deleting method | PC required | Erase data | It works with FRP-blocking. | Difficulty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through MIUI settings | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ❌ No. | ⭐Easy |
| ADB | ✅ Yes. | ⚠️ Partially (account only) | ❌ No. | ⭐⭐ Medium |
| Fastboot | ✅ Yes. | ✅ Yes (full reset) | ✅ Yes. | ⭐⭐⭐ Difficult. |
| Reset to factory | ❌ No. | ✅ Yes. | ❌ No (requires an account) | ⭐ Easy |
Method 4: Reset to factory settings (extreme case)
If other methods fail, hard reset remains. However, Redmi 7 will need to enter the last Google account after reset (due to FRP).
- 🔓 You know the login/password from the linked account
- 📱 The phone is not stolen (otherwise the lock will remain)
- 💾 You don’t need data from internal memory.
How to reset:
- Turn off the phone.
- Press the Power + Volume Up before the Mi logo appears.
- From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (control – volume and power buttons).
- Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.
⚠️ Attention: Redmi 7s MIUI 11 and below, after reset, you may experience an error: "This device was reset. To continue, sign in with a Google Account." If you do not remember your account information, the only way out is through Fastboot (see Method 3).
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Remove before resetting SIM-card and memory card – this will speed up the process and reduce the risk of file damage on external media.
What to do after deleting your Google account
Once you successfully delete your account, follow these steps to avoid problems:
- Reboot your phone and it will reset the cache of Google Play Services.
- Update Google Play Services through the Play Store.
- Check the synchronization in Settings → Accounts.
- Install an alternative store (such as APKMirror) if the Play Store is unstable.
If contacts or calendars are lost after removal, restore them through:
- 📥 Backup in Google Drive (if sync was enabled)
- 📱 Local copy in /sdcard/MIUI/backup/AllBackup
- 🖥️ Exporting from your old account via Google Takeout
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After deleting your Google account on Redmi 7, be sure to update Google Play Services and clear the Play Store’s cache – this will prevent errors when installing apps.