How to Delete Google Account Completely with Xiaomi Redmi 4: 3 Working Methods

Xiaomi Redmi 4 is one of the brand’s most popular budget smartphones, but even years after its release, owners are faced with the need to delete their associated Google account, for various reasons: selling the phone, resetting to factory settings, synchronization problems or simply wanting to change an account. However, standard deletion through settings often works incorrectly – the account remains on the system, blocking access to certain functions or causing authorization errors.

In this article, we will discuss three proven ways to completely delete a Google account from Redmi 4 (including the Redmi 4A/4X/4 Pro models), taking into account the features of MIUI firmware and Android versions. We will pay special attention to the hidden nuances that can cause an account to “return” after deleting, and explain how to avoid locking a device (FRP).

Why can’t you just delete your account through your settings?

On Xiaomi Redmi 4 (as on other Android devices) when trying to delete a Google account through Settings → Accounts → Google often have problems:

• 🔄 The account remains in the system – after rebooting, it is again displayed in the list, especially if synchronization is enabled.
• 🔒 FRP-locking – when resetting to factory settings, the phone may require the input of remote account data.
• ⚙️ Mistakes. MIUI — Xiaomi firmware sometimes forgets to remove related services (e.g. Google Play Services).
• 📱 Mi Account Linking – If the phone is tied to a Xiaomi account, deleting Google could disrupt some features.

This is because Android retains cache and authorization tokens even after the account is “deleted,” and to get rid of it completely, you need to use alternative methods, from manually cleaning the data to resetting through Recovery mode.

Method 1: Removal through settings (with pre-preparation)

This is a good way to delete your account without resetting, but with a guarantee that it will not be “recovered.” Importantly, before deleting, disable sync and delete all associated services.

Turn off the Internet (Wi-Fi and mobile data)

Remove all data from Google Chrome (Settings → Apps → Chrome → Storage → Clear Data)

Turn off automatic sync (Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync)

Remove updates for Google Play Services (Settings) → Annexes → Google Play Services → ⋮ → Remove updates)

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Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → Accounts → Google.
2. Select the account you want to delete and click on it.
3. In the upper right corner, tap on ⋮ → Delete the account.
4. Confirm the action (a password or pattern lock may be required).
5. Reboot your phone and check that your account has disappeared from the list.

If the account reappears after the reboot:

• 📌 Check if synchronization is included in the settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.
• 📌 Delete the Google Account Manager application data (Settings) → Annexes → Show it all. → Google Account Manager → Warehouse → Clear the data).

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If Google services (such as Play Market) stop working after deleting your account, reinstall Google Play Services via APK or manually update them.

Method 2: Reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

It's the most reliable way to delete all accounts, including Google and Mi Account, but it erases all data from your phone. If you're selling Redmi 4, it's a must-have method. FRP-lockdown.

Before the dumping:

• 🔋 Charge your phone at least 50% (resetting at low charge can lead to a "brick").
• 📁 Backup your contacts, photos and files (for example, through Settings) → Additionally. → Backup and reset → Local backup).
• 📡 Turn it off. SIM-Memory cards and cards (if any).

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset → Reset settings.
2. Choose to erase all data (including media files).
3. Enter your password (if required) and confirm the reset.
4. Once rebooted, the phone will be like new – go through the initial setup without adding an old Google account.

Method 3: Removal via ADB (for power users)

This method is suitable if:

• 🔧 You don't want to drop your phone.
• 🔓 We need to get around. FRP-lockdown.
• 📱 Account "not deleted" through standard settings.

Requirements:

• 💻 Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔌 USB-cable (original or quality).
• 📲 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap the version, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi 4 to your PC and allow debugging (the phone will have a request).
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) and type:

adb devices

If the phone is on the list, go ahead. If not, check the drivers or the cable.

1. Enter the command to delete your account (replace email@gmail.com with your address):

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms


adb shell content delete --uri content://com.android.providers.settings/settings --where "name='account_to_sync'"




adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.MASTER_CLEAR_NOTIFICATION

1. Reboot the phone:

adb reboot

Once the Google account is rebooted, if there are traces (e.g., Settings → Apps), repeat the steps or use additional commands:

adb shell pm clear com.google.android.gsf


adb shell pm clear com.google.android.gsf.login

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ADB-The method is the only way to delete an account without resetting if the standard settings don't work. USB, What is not possible if the phone is already locked FRP.

What to do if your phone is locked after deleting your account (FRP Lock)?

If Redmi 4 requires you to enter your old Google account after you reset or delete your account, one of these methods will help you:

• 📧 Restore Account Access – If you remember your email but not your password, use the recovery feature on Google’s website (accounts.google.com).
• 🔧 Bypass FRP Mi Account – If your phone is linked to your Xiaomi account, log in to it, then add a new Google account.
• 💻 Special tools - programs like Mi FRP Unlock Tool or GSMT (require a PC and unlocked bootloader).
• 📞 Appeal in support of Xiaomi – if the phone is warranty, provide proof of purchase.

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Redmi 4 with MIUI 8/9 firmware sometimes works bypassing FRP through a call: on the lock screen, dial ##4636##, then go back and try to open the settings.

⚠️ Attention: Use of third-party tools to bypass FRP If the phone is not yours (for example, bought with hands), make sure that the previous owner untie your account.

How to check if your Google account is completely deleted?

To make sure your account is completely erased from Xiaomi Redmi 4, follow these steps:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts – your Google account should not be there.
2. Open Settings → Applications → App Management and check that there are no apps called Google Account Manager or Google Services Framework with active data.
3. Restart your phone and try to log in to the Play Market – if it asks to add an account, the old one has been successfully deleted.
4. For complete confidence, connect your phone to your PC and check through ADB:

adb shell dumpsys account

If your email is not in the command output, the account is deleted.

If you are selling a phone, check out:

• 🔄 Is synchronization disabled in Settings → Synchronization.
• 📱 Is Mi Account Deleted (Settings) → Mi Account → Get out).
• 🔒 Have the lock screen settings been reset (Settings) → Lock screen → Delete password).

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you delete your Google account on Redmi 4, users often experience these issues:

⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 4 With custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience), the process of deleting an account may be different. /data/system/users/0/accounts.db rogue.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions