Deleting a Google account with Xiaomi Redmi 9A is a challenge that users face when selling a phone, resetting or wanting to change their main account. However, standard deletion through settings does not always work: the system can lock a device through FRP (Factory Reset Protection) if security conditions are not met. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to delete a Google account from official to alternative, including bypassing the lock after a reset.
The Redmi 9A (M2006C3LG model with MediaTek Helio G25 processor) is a feature that runs MIUI based on Android 10/11. This puts restrictions on some removal methods, such as through ADB or Fastboot. We tested each method on MIUI 12.5-14 firmware and identified those that are guaranteed to work without the risk of "bricking" the phone.
Warning: Deleting your primary Google account will result in loss of access to Google Play, contact sync, Gmail and other services. If the phone is sold, it is better to perform a full reset (see section 4).
1. Standard deletion of Google account through settings
The easiest and safest way to delete your account is to delete it directly from your phone's menu, which is suitable if:
- πΉ You have access to a password from your Google account;
- πΉ Phone not locked after reset (FRP);
- πΉ The device is not tied to corporate accounting (for example, through Android Enterprise).
Instructions:
- Open Settings β Accounts and Sync (or Passwords and Security in MIUI 14).
- Select Google β tap on the desired account.
- Click Delete Account (bottom of the screen).
- Confirm the action by entering the device password or pattern lock.
β οΈ Note: If you reset after deleting (Settings) β The phone. β Resetting settings, the phone will require you to enter the data of the remote account to unlock (FRP-LOCK). To avoid this, before the discharge:
Remove all Google accounts from settings |
Turn off "Find Device" in Google | settings
Make sure the phone is not tied to MI-account|
Make a backup copy of the data (photos, contacts)-->
If the Delete Account button is inactive or absent, proceed to the following method.
2. Delete via the Users menu (for multiple profiles)
Redmi 9A with MIUI 12.5+ allows you to create an additional user and delete your Google account from your main profile, which bypasses some of the limitations of FRP, but requires you to set up a pre-setting process.
Steps:
- Open Settings β System β Additional β Multiple users.
- Activate the option and create a new user (e.g., a guest).
- Switch to a new user through the notification panel.
- Go back to your main profile and try to delete your Google account through Settings β Accounts.
πΉ Why does it work? The system perceives the main profile as "not the main" if there are multiple users, which sometimes removes the blockage of deletion.
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If you don't have Multiple Users, check the firmware region. It's hidden on some global versions of MIUI. Try installing firmware for EEA via Fastboot.
3. Reset settings with FRP bypass (if the phone is already locked)
If you dropped the Redmi 9A to factory settings and after turning on the phone requires you to enter the data of the previous Google account, this is FRP-You can bypass it on MediaTek devices without a PC, using loopholes in the Internet. MIUI.
Method 1: Emergency Call (for MIUI 12β13)
- On the FRP lock screen, press Emergency Call.
- Enter #4636## (test menu opens).
- Go to Phone Information β Battery information.
- Slip on the Android version 5 times to activate the developer mode.
- Go back, open Settings β For developers and enable debugging over USB.
- Connect your phone to your PC and use ADB to remove FRP (the command below).
Method 2: Through settings MI-account
If your phone is tied to your Mi Account, try:
- On the FRP screen, select Add Network (in the Wi-Fi menu).
- Enter any text, highlight it and click Search (Google Chrome will open).
- Go to https://account.xiaomi.com and log in to your Mi Account.
- In the account settings, untie the device (Device Management β Delete).
- Restart the phone and the FRP lock will be removed.
ADB command to remove FRP
β οΈ Attention: Use ADB roundabout FRP This can cause Google Play Protect to go offline and temporarily block certain features.
4. Complete reset with deletion of all accounts (Hard Reset)
If the goal is to sell or transfer the phone, it is optimal to perform a hard reset with the deletion of all data, which is guaranteed to delete Google and Mi Account accounts, but will require reconfiguration of the device.
Instructions:
- Turn off Redmi 9A.
- Press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
- In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data (use volume buttons for navigation, power for confirmation).
- Confirm the action by selecting Yes.
- After reset, select Reboot.
πΉ Important: On some of Redmi's firmware 9A You may be asked to enter Mi Account data after the reset. If you do not remember the password, use access restoration or contact Xiaomi support.
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| Resetting method | Deleting Google | Deleting the Mi Account | Requires a password | Risk of FRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Through settings | β Yes. | β No. | β Yes. | β οΈ Medium. |
| Through Recovery. | β Yes. | β Yes. | β No. | β οΈ High-pitched |
| Through Fastboot. | β Yes. | β Yes. | β No. | β Low. |
5. Delete via Fastboot (for power users)
If standard methods donβt work, you can use Fastboot, a firmware mode available on all Xiaomis, which requires a PC with ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and an unlocked bootloader.
Step-by-step:
- Install Platform Tools on your PC.
- Turn off Redmi 9A and press Power + Volume down to enter the Fastboot.
- Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line in the folder with fastboot.
- Run the command to unlock the bootloader (if not unlocked): fastboot oem unlock Note: This will erase all data!
- Delete. FRP-Tag: fastboot erase frp
- Reboot the device: fastboot reboot
β οΈ Attention: Unlock the bootloader on Redmi 9A It requires a Mi Account binding and 72 to 168 hours of waiting (depending on the region) without which the fastboot oem unlock command will not work.
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Use Fastboot only if other methods have not worked.Incorrect commands can lead to loss of IMEI or "brick" of the device.
6. Alternative methods (without PC and reset)
If you donβt have access to a PC or donβt want to perform a reset, try these methods:
πΉ Through the application "Google Settings"
- Open Settings β Google β Manage your Google account.
- Go to the Security tab. β Your devices.
- Find Redmi 9A in the list and click Delete.
- Confirm the action with a password from the account.
πΉ Browser (if the phone is blocked)
If the phone requires an old Google account after reset, but you have access to another device:
- On another phone/PC, go to myaccount.google.com.
- In the Security section β Your devices remove Redmi 9A.
- On a locked phone, connect to Wi-Fi and try to sign in to a new Google account.
πΉ Through the Xiaomi Service Center
If none of the methods worked, contact the official Xiaomi service. To confirm ownership, you will need:
- π Check or phone box;
- π Data from the tied Mi Account;
- π± IMEI Devices (indicated on or under the battery).
Frequent mistakes and their solutions
When you delete your Google account on Redmi 9A, users are faced with the following common problems:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| "It's impossible to delete the account." | The account is the administrator of the device | Turn off Administrator Rights in Settings β Apps β Google β Administrator Rights |
| "A previous account is required after resetting" | FRP-locking | Use the methods in Section 3 or contact the service |
| "Delete button is inactive" | The device is managed by corporate policy | Delete your work profile in Settings β Accounts β Job profile |
| "Google server error" | Problems with synchronization | Check your internet connection or restart your phone |
Critical information: On Redmi 9A with MIUI 14 firmware (Android 12+), the standard deletion of a Google account through settings may not work due to the tightening of the FRP policy. In this case, use Fastboot or Recovery reset with the pre-disabled "Find Device" in Google settings.