How to completely remove a Google account from your Xiaomi phone: 4 proven ways

Why does standard Google account deletion not work for Xiaomi?

You decided to sell or transfer your smartphone to Xiaomi, but you faced a problem: after deleting your Google account through the settings, it still remains tied to the device? This is not an accident, but a feature of FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection that Google introduced to combat theft. On Xiaomi phones with a MIUI shell, the situation is complicated by additional layers of security from the manufacturer.

Even after you reset to the factory settings, the system can request the old account data when you first set up, and if you forget the password, the phone risks becoming a brick. In this article, we'll discuss 4 ways to completely delete, including hidden MIUI features and power user tools. But first, important warnings.

⚠️ What happens if you delete your Google account incorrectly?

Many Xiaomi Redmi, POCO or Mi users face the consequences of incorrect removal, and this is what awaits you if you ignore the nuances:

• 🔒 Lockdown FRP: Once reset, the phone will require you to enter a login/password from the deleted account.
• 📱 Data loss in MI Cloud: Account-associated backups, photos and notes will not be available.
• 🔄 Update issues: Some system updates require authorization from Google – they won’t install without an account.
• 🛠️ Renovation difficulties: Xiaomi service centers may refuse warranty service if they find traces of dirty removal.

⚠️ Note: If you are selling a phone, delete your Xiaomi (Mi Account) account before you delete your Google account, otherwise the new owner will be able to restore access to your data through the Find Device feature».

Method 1: Remove via MIUI settings (for active accounts)

This is the safest method, but it only works if:

• ✅ You remember the password from your Google account;
• ✅ Phone's not locked;
• ✅ No active sync with your corporate account (e.g., Google Workspace).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Select the appropriate account (if there are several).
3. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Delete your account.
4. Confirm the action with a password or fingerprint.
5. Reboot the phone.

Then check:

• 📌 No account in Settings → Users and accounts;
• 📌 The ability to add a new Google account without asking for the old one;
• 📌 No synchronization notifications.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro) may have a ghost account on Google Play after such deletion. → Annexes → Google Play Store → Memory. → Management of space.

Method 2: Reset to factory settings with FRP bypass

If you have already deleted your account through settings, but the phone still requests data at the first setting, then FRP protection has worked. In this case, the correct reset with pre-preparedness will help.

Important: This method is suitable for Xiaomi models on Android 10-14. On older versions (e.g. MIUI 10), additional actions may be required.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version and press 7 times to activate Developer Mode.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable: Debugging via USB; Unlocking OEM (important!).

Connect the phone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.

Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset → Resetting settings

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⚠️ Attention: On phones with MIUI 14 and later, after a reset, you may receive a confirmation request via Mi Account, even if your Google account is deleted. This is an additional protection for Xiaomi. To get around it, untie the device in Settings before reset. → Mi Account → Device management.

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If the phone asks for an old Google account after reset, try connecting to another Wi-Fi network or using mobile internet. FRP-The lock is triggered due to the network cache.

Method 3: Remove via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don’t work and the phone is locked, Android Debug Bridge (ADB) will help.This method requires a computer and basic command line knowledge.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔧 It works even if you forget your password;
• 📱 Does not require unlocking the loader;
• 🔄 Save data on the phone (optional).

Instructions:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on your computer.
2. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (enable USB Debugging as in Method 2).
3. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
4. Enter the commands in turn: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gsf pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.setupwizard
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot.

After that:

• 📌 FRP-lockdown will be lifted;
• 📌 Google services will stop working (they can be installed again through Google Installer);
• 📌 Data on the phone will be saved (if you do not reset).

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi models (e.g, POCO F4) After deleting com.google.android.gsf, access to Google Play may be lost. To restore it, download and install Google Play Services manually.

Method 4: Using Fastboot Mode (extreme case)

If all previous methods fail, you can completely reset your phone via Fastboot, which erases all data, including your Mi Account, and resets your security settings.

• 🔒 Blocked after unsuccessful account deletion;
• 📱 Not responding to teams ADB;
• 🔧 Have an unlocked boot loader (if not, unlock will be required).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Flash Tool and the firmware for your model (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Fastboot ROM).
2. Turn off your phone and press the Power button + Volume Down to log into the Fastboot.
3. Connect the phone to the PC.
4. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the downloaded firmware and press Refresh (the device should appear).
5. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
6. Wait for the finish (5-10 minutes). The phone will reboot automatically.

Important:

• 📌 This method deletes all data without the possibility of recovery;
• 📌 On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T) You will need authorization in Mi Account to unlock the bootloader;
• 📌 After firmware, the phone will be like new – you will need an initial setup.

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Fastboot firmware is the only way to guarantee that all traces of accounts are removed, but requires unlocking the bootloader. On new Xiaomi models (2023-2026), this process can take up to 72 hours due to security checks.

What to do after deleting your Google account?

Delete your account is half the battle, and to avoid future problems, follow these steps:

• 🔄 Check device statuses: Open Find the device – your phone shouldn’t show there; Check Mi Account – the device should be untied.
• 📱 Set up a new account (if you have your phone): Add a Google account through Settings → Accounts; Enable sync for contacts, calendar and photos; set up backups in MIUI Cloud.
• 🔒 Protect your new account: Enable two-factor authentication; Create backup codes for recovery; Remove old devices from the trusted list in Google Security.

If you're selling a phone:

• 📌 Complete reset again (to clean the cache);
• 📌 Delete. SIM-memory-card;
• 📌 Hand over your phone with at least 50% charge – the new owner can set it up right away.

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Before selling your phone, take a screenshot of the Find Device page that says "No Devices found" and confirm that your account is untied and protect you from the buyer's claims.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting a Google account on Xiaomi