How to completely delete Xiaomi account from your phone: 5 proven ways

Deleting Xiaomi (or Mi Account) is a procedure that users face when selling a device, changing a profile or having to reset. Unlike simple logging out, completely deleting requires confirmation through multiple channels, since the account is tied to cloud services, purchases and even FRP (Factory Reset Protection) hardware lock. Without properly deleting, you risk locking the device after a reset if the new owner tries to activate the phone without your data.

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to delete a Xiaomi account in 2026, from the standard method through settings to forced reset when access is lost. We will focus on the nuances for models with MIUI 14/15 and devices with a MediaTek chip, where the process may be different.

Why not just log out of your Xiaomi account?

Many users mistakenly believe that leaving a profile (Settings → Xiaomi Account → Sign out) is equivalent to deleting, in fact it only results in local sync disabling, and the account itself remains tied to the device at the firmware level.

• 🔒 Locking after reset: In a factory reset (Wipe Data), the phone will require you to enter the data of the last associated account (FRP Without them, the device will become a brick».
• 📱 Residual data: Personal information (contacts, notes, call history) can be stored in the Mi Cloud even after the release.
• 🛒 If you bought apps or subscriptions through Mi Account, they will remain available to the new owner.

Another caveat is that Xiaomi uses two-factor authentication, so if you delete your account through your phone but don't confirm the site, the process can be stuck in Pending status, which makes it harder to restore access to your device.

Method 1: Delete Xiaomi account through phone settings

The most reliable and official method is to remove directly from the device menu. It works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and other models. POCO s MIUI 12 and newer, but requires access to SIM-card or email linked to your account:

1. Open the Settings. → Xiaomi account (or Mi Account on older versions).
2. Slip on the profile avatar at the top of the screen.
3. Select Account Management → Delete the account.
4. Enter the password from Mi Account and confirm the action via SMS or email.
5. Wait for notification of successful removal (can take up to 5 minutes).

⚠️ Note: If you are using Xiaomi with a dual SIM-by card, the system can request confirmation through the number tied to the slot SIM 1. Make sure that it has an active card installed.

Battery charge > 50%|Connecting to Wi-Fi or mobile network|Access to email/SMS confirm|Shutdown VPN (It can block Xiaomi servers)|Verification of availability of backup data-->

Method 2: Delete via the Mi Account website

If you don’t have access to your phone (for example, it’s stolen or broken), you can delete your account via account.xiaomi.com.This method is also suitable for deleting your account from multiple devices at the same time.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to the site and log in to your Mi Account.
2. In the Devices section, find the model you want to remove the binding from.
3. Click Delete Device (or Sign Out in English).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.
5. To completely delete your account (not just the device’s detachment), go to Account Settings → Delete your account.

⚠️ Note: After deleting your account through the site, all data from Mi Cloud (photos, notes, backups) will be permanently erased. It is impossible to restore it even if you create a new account with the same email.

Method 3: Reset to factory settings (if the account is not deleted)

If standard methods don't work (e.g., the phone is locked and the login data is lost), it's hard to reset via Recovery Mode. FRP-- locking if your account has not been previously deleted!

Instructions for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the button combination: For most models: Volume up + Power. For POCO F1/F2/F3: Volume down + Power. For Xiaomi 12/13 series: Volume up + Volume down + Power.

Recovery

Wipe Data → Wipe All Data

Mi Account

⚠️ Note: If after resetting the phone requires you to enter Mi Account data, and you do not remember them, the only way out is to contact Xiaomi support with proof of ownership of the device (check, box with a phone). IMEI). In 80% of cases, they help to unlock. FRP within 3-5 days.

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Before resetting via Recovery, remove SIM-card and memory card. on some models (e.g. Redmi) 9A) Not only internal memory is formatted, but also external storage.

Method 4: Delete your account via ADB (for advanced users)

If the phone is on but you can’t delete your account through settings (for example, because of a server error), you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. Tap version 7 times until you become a developer notification appears.

USB debugging

Settings → Additional → For Developers

ADB

adb shell


pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.account

Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: This method only removes the local account binding, but does not erase it from Xiaomi servers. After a reboot, the phone may request login data again. ADB + Mi Account website.

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ADB-The method is only suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader. On most Xiaomi, it is locked by default, and it requires official permission from the manufacturer to unlock.

Method 5: Calling for Xiaomi Support (If Nothing Works)

If you've exhausted all options, but your account is still tied to your device, you can only contact official support.

• 📱 Lost access to email/SMS, account-bound.
• 🔐 Phone locked after reset (FRP Lock).
• 🛠️ The account was created through third-party services (such as Google or Facebook) and is not synced.

How to make a request correctly:

1. Go to the support site and select the Mi Account section.
2. Specify: IMEI of the device (find on the box or via *#06#). Serial number (printed on the box or under the battery), cheque or warranty card (if any), Reason for deletion (sale, loss of access, etc.).

Attach photos of the box, check and screen with an error (if the phone is locked).

The request is considered for 2 to 7 days, and in most cases, support sends a link to reset FRP or instructions for manually deleting an account through service mode.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you delete a Xiaomi account, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

⚠️ Warning: If you sell a phone, never give it to a new owner with a linked account, even if you promise to untie later. Once the device is transferred, it will be extremely difficult to restore access to Mi Account, and the new owner will be able to use your cloud data.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions