How to delete Xiaomi account from your phone completely: all the ways 2026

Deleting a Xiaomi account from your phone is a task that you might need to do when selling a device, transferring it to another user, or if you just want to get rid of the Mi Account. However, many people find that standard deletion through settings doesn’t always work: the account remains “associated” to the device, blocking access to certain features or even completely blocking the phone after a reset. Why does this happen?

Xiaomi uses a hardware-based account-to-device binding through a unique identifier (MIUI ID), a security measure that is supposed to protect against theft but often creates problems for legitimate owners. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to delete a Mi Account in 2026, including official and alternative methods, and also explain how to avoid locking the phone after a reset.

Why you can’t just delete your account through settings

If you try to delete Mi Account through the Settings menu → Accounts → Mi Account → Delete Account, the system can:

🔄 Require password – even if you remember it, after deleting the account may remain in the system.
🔒 Lock the device after reset to factory settings (called Mi Cloud Lock).
⚠️ Leave a “ghost” attachment – the phone will believe that the account is still active.

This is due to the fact that Xiaomi stores account data not only in the firmware, but also in a protected memory partition (persist or other storage). protect_f). Standard interface removal does not affect these areas, so additional steps are required to remove the entire interface.

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Method 1: Officially delete via settings (if the phone is not locked)

This method is suitable if:

✅ Phone not locked after reset.
✅ Remember the username and password from Mi Account.
✅ The device is not linked to another account (for example, after purchasing a used account).

Instructions:

Open Settings → Accounts → Mi Account.
Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Delete Account.
Enter the password from the account and confirm the deletion.
Reboot the phone.

Then check if the link is still there:

Go to Settings → About Phone → All settings and find the Status of the Mi Account.
If it says “Not tied” – the account is deleted successfully.
If the binding remains, move on to the next method.

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Method 2: Remove via Mi Unlock Tool (for locked phones)

Mi Unlock Tool is Xiaomi’s official utility that allows you to unlock the bootloader and remove the account binding, which works even if the phone is locked after a reset, but requires:

🖥️ Windows computer (7/10/11).
🔌 Cable. USB Type-C (original or quality).
⏳ Time – the process can take 3 to 720 hours (depending on Xiaomi policy).

Step-by-step:

Download Mi Unlock Tool from the official website.
Install Xiaomi drivers (unless installed automatically).
Turn on the phone Developer Mode (click 7 times on the MIUI version in Settings → About phone).
Activate USB Debugging and OEM Unlock in the Developer Menu.
Connect your phone to your PC and start the Mi Unlock Tool.
Sign in to your Mi Account in the program.
If you receive a message that you need to wait, wait for the specified time (usually 72-720 hours).

What if the Mi Unlock Tool can't see the phone?

1. Check if debugging is included on USB and unlock OEM. 2. Try another one. USB-cable (preferably original). 3. Install drivers manually through Device Manager (select "Xiaomi" ADB Interface.4) 4 Restart your phone and PC. 5 If you are using Windows 11, try disabling driver signature protection.

Important! Once the bootloader is unlocked, the phone will be reset to factory settings, and all data will be deleted, and this can also lead to a loss of warranty if the device is still in warranty service.

Method 3: Remove via ADB (for advanced users)

If previous methods didn’t work, you can try to delete your account via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires command line knowledge and doesn’t work on all Xiaomi models (especially the new ones with MIUI 14+).

Instructions:

Install ADB and Fastboot Tools on PC.
Enable USB Debugging on your phone (as in Method 2).
Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line in the adb folder.
Enter the command to check the connection: adb devices must appear serial number of the device.
Follow the commands to delete the account: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.account pm clear com.xiaomi.account rm -rf /data/system/users/0/accounts.db
Reboot your phone: adb reboot

If the account remains after the reboot, try to perform:

adb shell


su




mount -o rw,remount /system




rm /system/priv-app/MiAccount/MiAccount.apk




rm /system/app/MiAccount/MiAccount.apk




reboot

Warning: Incorrect use of ADB can lead to data loss or system damage. If you are not sure about your actions, you should consult a specialist.

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Before working with ADB, create a full phone backup via Mi PC Suite or TWRP (if installed).

Method 4: Remove via TWRP (for unlocked phones)

If your Xiaomi has a custom TWRP recavator installed, you can delete your account manually by editing system files, a method that is suitable for phones with an unlocked bootloader.

Instructions:

Load the phone into TWRP mode (usually by clamping Power + Volume up).
Go to Advanced → File Manager.
Delete the following files: /data/system/accounts.db /data/system/accounts.db-wal /data/system/accounts.db-shm /data/system/users/0/accounts.db

/data/data/com.xiaomi.account

Reboot the phone.

If after rebooting the phone requires you to enter a password from Mi Account, try:

Go back to TWRP and delete /data/system/locksettings.db.
Squeeze through TWRP Patch to delete Mi Account (for example, MiAccount_Remove.zip — search the forums XDA Developers).

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Removing via TWRP is the most reliable way, but requires an unlocked bootloader and a recapable relay installed.

What to do if nothing helps: alternative solutions

If all of the above methods do not work, the following options remain:

Method	Description	Risks.
Appeal for Xiaomi support	You can send a request to delete your account through the official website by attaching a purchase check.	A long process (up to 30 days) doesn’t always help.
Firmware through Fastboot	Install a clean MIUI firmware through the Mi Flash Tool.	It can lock your phone if the firmware isn’t for your model.
Use of paid services	There are services that delete Mi Accounts for a fee (for example, through IMEI).	Risk of fraud, loss of money.
Sale of the phone "as is"	Indicate in the ad that the phone is linked to the account.	Reduce the cost of the device by 30-50%.

Warning: Firmware unofficial versions of MIUI or use of left-handed services can lead to a complete loss of service phone. Always check the sources of files and reviews about services.

How to avoid Mi Account problems in the future

To avoid having problems with linking your account, follow these tips:

📱 Untie your account before selling – even if the phone is working fine, the new owner may face lockdown.
🔐 Use a backup email – link a spare email address to your Mi Account.
📝 Save your account information – write down your login and password in a safe place (for example, in a password manager).
🔄 Regularly update the firmware in new versions MIUI Sometimes it makes it easier to delete your account.

If you are buying a Xiaomi phone from hand, be sure to check:

No binding to Mi Account (in Settings → About Phone).
bootloader status (should be locked if the phone is new)
A receipt or warranty card (to confirm the legality of the device).

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Before buying used Xiaomi, ask the seller to reset to factory settings with you and check for no lock after the reboot.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting Mi Account

Can I delete my Mi Account without a password?

Officially, no. But if the phone isn't locked, you can try the ADB or TWRP methods. If the phone is locked after being reset, you'll need the Mi Unlock Tool and wait for unlock (up to 720 hours).

What happens if you sell a phone with a Mi Account?

The new owner will not be able to use the phone after the reset – the device will require you to enter your login and password, and some features (such as Mi Cloud or Find Device) will not be available.

How to know if your phone is linked to your Mi Account?

Go to Settings → About Phone → All settings and find the Mi status line of your account. If it says email, your account is tied. You can also check Settings → Accounts.

Can I bypass Mi Cloud Lock after resetting?

Informal methods (such as firmware through Fastboot or using paid services) can help, but do not guarantee 100% results and are fraught with risks.

Will the phone reset after deleting the Mi Account?

When you delete it through settings, no. When you use the Mi Unlock Tool or when you use Fastboot, yes, all the data will be erased.