How to completely remove Google account from your child’s Xiaomi phone: 5 working methods

Why Deleting a Google Account from a Xiaomi Child is a Non-standard Task

Deleting a Google account from a Xiaomi or Redmi phone that has a child profile set up is more difficult than a standard device, because MIUI is integrated with Google services at the system level, and children's accounts often have restrictions on changing security settings, and if you're trying to clear a device before selling it, transferring it to another child, or just want to remove the link to your old mail, there are a few nuances to consider.

First, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is Google’s protection, which requires you to enter the last associated account after a reset. If you just delete the account through the settings and then reset, the phone can lock. Second, children’s profiles in Family Link have additional restrictions: some menu items can be hidden or blocked by the administrator (parent).

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to delete a Google account from a Xiaomi child, including bypassing the site. FRP, work MIUI-All methods are relevant for 2020-2026 models (including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T etc.).

Method 1: Delete your account through MIUI settings (unless there are Family Link restrictions)

The easiest way to delete your account is to delete it directly from your phone's menu, and it works if:

• 🔹 You have access to the device password (PIN, graphical).
• 🔹 Your child profile is not managed through Family Link (or you are the administrator).
• 🔹 It's on the phone. MIUI 12 or later (check in Settings) → The phone).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Google Accounts.
2. Select the account you want to delete and tap it.
3. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Delete Account.
4. Confirm the action by entering the password from the device.

Contact synchronization and photos disabled|Backup copy of data created|Wi-Fi password saved|Mi Account is not linked to Google-->

⚠️ Note: If you reset after deleting (Settings) → Additionally. → Recovery and reset, the phone may require the entry of remote account data due to FRP. To avoid this, first untie the device from Google in the browser on the PC at the link myaccount.google.com/device-activity.

Method 2: Bypass FRP after reset (if the phone is locked)

If you have already reset your settings and your phone requires you to enter your old Google account, you’ll need to bypass Factory Reset Protection. On Xiaomi, you can do this in a number of ways, but the most reliable is through Mi Assistant (built-in recovery software).

Steps to bypass FRP:

1. On the lock screen after reset, select a language and connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Go back a step (arrow at the top) and tap the email field, and the keyboard will appear.
3. Hold @ on the keyboard until the keyboard settings menu appears.
4. Go to Settings → Additional → Special features → Mi Assistant.
5. Activate Mi Assistant and follow the instructions on the screen to unlock.

⚠️ Attention: Bypass FRP It may not work on all Xiaomi models, but on new devices (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro).+) Google has tightened the protection and may require an official unlocker from the manufacturer (paid, ~$20–$50).

Method 3: Delete via Family Link (if the account is managed by a parent)

If a child's Google account is linked to Family Link, you can't delete it in the standard way, you need to turn off the control first, and you can do this from the parent's phone or through the web version of the service.

Instructions for the parent:

1. Open the Family Link app on your phone.
2. Select your child’s profile → Manage your settings → Google account.
3. Tap Delete your account and confirm the action.
4. On your child’s phone, go to Settings → Accounts → Google and delete your account again (now the lock will be removed).

If you don’t have access to your parent’s phone, try:

• 📧 Log in families.google.com with a PC with a parent account.
• 🔄 Reset your password from your parent’s account (if you forgot) via accounts.google.com.
• 📱 Use a backup email or phone number to restore access.

1. In the child profile settings, select Purchase Management.

2. disable the option Approval is required for purchases.

3. Wait 10-15 minutes and try again to delete.-->

Method 4: Fastboot Reset (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can remove the link to your Google account via Fastboot, Xiaomi’s firmware mode, which is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📱 Initiated Debugging Mode USB (If the phone is not blocked yet).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to enter the Fastboot.


2. Connect the device to the PC and open the command line (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux).




3. Enter the commands in turn:




fastboot oem clean_frp




fastboot reboot




4.Once the reboot, the FRP will be reset and you will be able to set up the phone as new.

⚠️ Attention: Team fastboot oem clean_frp It doesn’t work on all Xiaomi models, and it works on some devices (e.g., Xiaomi, POCO F4 Xiaomi 11T) You may need to completely flash through the Mi Flash Tool, which will lead to data loss!

Through MIUI | FRP bypass after reset |Family Link|Fastboot/ADB|Another way-->

Method 5: Calling for Xiaomi Support (Official Way)

If nothing helps, the last option is to contact Xiaomi’s support team.

• 🔐 Phone locked after failed reset.
• 📱 Device for warranty (self-circumvention) FRP Maybe it's canceled).
• 💳 You are willing to pay for official unblocking (~$10–$30).

How to contact support:

1. Go to mi.com/global/support.
2. Select your phone model and the Unlock device theme.
3. Fill out the form by specifying the IMEI of the phone (you can find out via *#06#).
4. Attach the purchase check (if the phone is guaranteed).

The timeframe for the request is 1 to 5 days, and in most cases, support sends an unlock instruction or a special code to reset FRP. Less method: some models (such as the Redmi K50) may require sending the phone to a service center.

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Official unlocking through Xiaomi is the only legal way that does not violate the warranty conditions and does not risk “bricking” the device.

What to do after deleting your account: setting up a phone for your child

After successfully deleting your Google account, you can reconfigure your Xiaomi phone.

1. Create a new Google account (if necessary) or use your device without a binding.
2. Set up parental controls through MIUI Parental Controls (Settings → Special Options → Parental Controls).
3. Turn off automatic sync in Settings → Accounts → Google → Sync.
4. Set restrictions on installing applications through Settings → Apps → Permissions.

If the phone is transferred to another child, it is useful to:

• 🧹 Clear the cache and application data (Settings) → Warehouse → Cleanup).
• 🔒 Install a new one PIN-code.
• 📱 Check if there are any old accounts in Settings → Accounts. → Mi Account.

⚠️ Warning: If you plan to sell your phone, be sure to complete a full reset (Settings) → Additionally. → Recovery and discharge → Settings reset) Even after deleting an account, personal data (photos, messages, browser history) may remain in the device memory).

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting a Google account with Xiaomi