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

Deleting a Xiaomi account from a device is a procedure that you may need when selling a smartphone, transferring it to another user, or if you just want to change your Mi Account. However, many people face difficulties: the system requires a password, prevents you from untidying an account through standard settings, or blocks the device after unsuccessful attempts. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of deleting from official to alternative, including bypassing the lock if you forget the login data.

It's important to understand that Mi Account binding is not just an account, but part of Xiaomi's security system that protects the device from unauthorized access. So the manufacturer deliberately complicates the deletion process, especially if it's a Recovery or Fastboot reset, and we'll tell you how to proceed without risking locking the phone permanently, and we'll warn you against common errors.

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

Unlike Google Account, which can be untie in two clicks, Mi Account is integrated into MIUI firmware at the kernel level, which means that even after resetting to factory settings, the system can require login and password input at the first setup, a protection called FRP (Factory Reset Protection) and works on all Xiaomi devices starting with MIUI 8.

The main reasons why standard removal may not work are:

• 🔒 The account is linked to the device as the main one – it cannot be deleted without password confirmation.
• 📱 The device is locked (for example, after several failed attempts to enter a password).
• 🔄 Firmware modified (castom) MIUI or global version on a Chinese device).
• 🚫 Xiaomi servers are broken – sometimes authorization problems arise due to technical failures.

If you’re trying to delete an account before selling a phone, remember: the new owner won’t be able to use the device unless you untie the Mi Account correctly, and in some cases, this can result in a complete IMEI lock.

Method 1: Delete your account through MIUI settings (official method)

This is the easiest and safest way to do this, but it only works if:

• 📱 You have access to the device (it is not blocked).
• 🔑 You remember the password from the Mi Account.
• 🌐 The device is connected to the Internet (required!).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
2. Click on your profile at the top of the screen.
3. Select Account Management → Security → Delete Account.
4. Enter a password and confirm the deletion via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
5. Wait 72 hours is a mandatory waiting period set by Xiaomi for security.

Once deleted, the device will automatically unlock, and you can link a new account or sell your phone. If the Delete Account button is inactive, check:

• 🔌 Internet connection (better via Wi-Fi).
• 📅 Date and time on the device (must be relevant).
• 🔄 Availability of updates MIUI (Sometimes bugs are fixed in new versions).

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Method 2: Removal via reset to factory settings (with risks)

If you forget your password or your device is locked, you can try hard reset, but this method does not always work – new devices (Redmi Note 12, POCO F5, Xiaomi 13T and later) may receive a request for data entry Mi Account after the reset.

How to reset:

1. Turn off the device.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up before the Fastboot logo appears.
3. With volume buttons, select Recovery Mode and confirm the choice with the power button.
4. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
5. Confirm the reset and wait for the reset.

If after resetting the phone requires the username / password from Mi Account, then the account was not untied.

• 🔓 Official removal via Xiaomi website (access to the site) email/SMS).
• 🛠️ Bypass FRP (technical skills).

Method 3: Delete your account via Xiaomi’s website (if phone number)Lost/stolen)

If your device is lost, stolen, or you simply can't connect to it, you can try to delete your account remotely.

1. Go to the Mi Account website and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your smartphone and click Delete.
3. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

Please note:

• ⏳ Removal can take up to 3 days – this is a security measure.
• 📍 If the Find Device feature is enabled on the device, its location will be unavailable after deletion.
• 🔄 After removal, the smartphone will automatically unlock the next time you connect to the Internet.

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If you sell a phone, untie it from the Mi Account through a website, and then reset it to factory settings, ensuring that the new owner doesn’t face lockdown.

Method 4: Factory Reset Protection (FRP) bypasses Xiaomi

If the phone requires Mi Account data after reset and you don't remember it, you can try bypassing the protection. This method doesn't work on all devices and can lead to IMEI blocking if done incorrectly. We recommend using it only as a last resort!

Instructions for MIUI 12/13/14:

1. At the setup stage, connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Go back to the language selection and select English (USA).
3. Click Add Mi Account and enter any email (e.g. test@gmail.com).
4. On the password entry screen, click Forgot password.
5. The system will redirect you to the browser – open the FRP bypass service and follow the instructions.

Alternative method (for older versions of MIUI):

1. At the stage of entering the password from Mi Account, click "Emergency Call".


2. Dial ##4636## and select "Usage statistics".




3. Click on the Back icon and hold it for 5 seconds - the developer menu will open.




4. Return to the settings and disable "Find Device" in the security section.

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Bypassing FRP can violate warranty and lock your device, and use this method only if other methods have failed.

Method 5: Delete your account via Fastboot (for advanced users)

This method requires an unlocked bootloader and only works on Qualcomm chipset devices (e.g., Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 For Mediatek (e.g. Redmi 9, POCO M3) We need a different approach.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (original).
• 📥 Mi Flash Tool Programming.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone and put it in Fastboot mode (clip Power + Volume down).
2. Connect to your PC and check the connection with the command: fastboot devices
3. Download the official firmware for your model.
4. In the Mi Flash Tool, select Clean All mode and flash the device.

After the device is clean, but:

⚠️ Warning: The wrong firmware can turn your phone into a brick. If you're not sure what you're doing, call the service center.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users make the same mistakes when trying to delete Mi Accounts, and here are the most common ones:

If you are selling a phone, you must:

• 📋 Make a reset to factory settings after deleting your account.
• 🔄 Check that the device is not linked to Mi Account via the website.
• 📦 Save the box and check – they may need the new owner to unlock.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions