How to completely delete Mi Account Xiaomi Mi5: 4 working methods

Deleting the Mi Account from Xiaomi Mi5 is a challenge that users face when selling a device, resetting to a factory setting or switching to another brand. Although the Mi5 was released in 2016, its relevance is maintained thanks to stable work on MIUI and the ability to install custom firmware. However, a tied Xiaomi account can create problems from restrictions on reset to a complete lock of the device (the so-called Mi Cloud Lock).

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to delete an account, from standard disconnection through settings to bypass locking when access is lost. Particular attention will be paid to the nuances associated with the Mi5: the version of MIUI, the lack of official support and the risks of incorrect deletion. If you plan to sell your phone or just want to get rid of the tether, read on.

Why you can’t just delete your account through settings

On Xiaomi Mi5 (as well as on other devices of the brand), the Mi Account is integrated into the system at the firmware level. This means that even after leaving the profile in the Settings menu → Accounts, the data remains in the device’s memory.

• 🔒 Protection against theft: Xiaomi locks the device after a reset if the account was not untied in advance (Find Device feature).
• 📱 Data Sync: Contacts, notes, backups are linked to your account and stored in the Mi Cloud.
• 🔄 Updates: Some versions MIUI require authorization to download firmware.

If you just log out via Settings → Mi Account → Sign out, the next time you reset (Settings → Additional → Reset), the phone will require you to enter the username and password of the previous owner. This is a standard security measure, but it creates problems when selling or transferring the device.

Method 1: Standard removal through phone settings

The safest way is to untie your account directly from the device menu, which is suitable if:

• ✅ Remember the username and password from the Mi Account.
• ✅ The phone is on and running stable (no freezes).
• ✅ Version. MIUI under 12 (only) Mi5 This is true for most users).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to the Mi Account section (at the top of the menu).
3. Click on your profile avatar or account name.
4. Select Account Management → Security.
5. Scroll down and click Delete Account.
6. Enter the password for confirmation.
7. Confirm the removal in the pop-up window.

After that, the device will be unlinked from the profile, and you can reset without locking, Important: before deleting, sync important data (contacts, photos) with another cloud or save it locally.

Method 2: Remove from Xiaomi website (if phone is not available)

If the Mi5 is blocked, lost or not enabled, you can delete your account remotely via Xiaomi’s official website, a method that requires access to an email or phone number linked to your profile.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to the Mi Account page (open in your browser on a PC or other phone).
2. Sign in under your login and password.
3. From the menu, select Device Management (or Find Device).
4. Find the Xiaomi Mi5 list and click on it.
5. Select the option to Remove the device or Untie.
6. Confirm the action via SMS or email code.

Once uncoupled through the web interface, the phone will no longer be linked to the account, but the data on the device will be stored. To completely reset, you will need to perform Wipe Data via Recovery Mode.

Method 3: Recovery Mode Reset (if you forget your password)

If you don't remember the details to log in to your Mi Account, but your phone is turned on, you can try resetting your settings via Recovery Mode, which doesn't guarantee unlocking Mi Cloud Lock, but clears your user data.

How to log in to Recovery on Mi5:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the buttons Power + Volume up at the same time.
3. Hold on for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo and menu appear in English.

On the Recovery menu:

• Use volume buttons for navigation.
• Choose Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
• Confirm the action (Confirm).
• After reset, select Reboot.

⚠️ Attention: Mi5 s MIUI 10 and older after such a reset, you may need to enter the data of the previous Mi Account. If you do not know the username / password, the phone will remain locked!

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If your phone requires an account after resetting via Recovery, try connecting to another Wi-Fi network or using it. SIM-A mobile card, sometimes bypassing checking on older versions. MIUI.

Method 4: Bypassing Mi Cloud Lock (for power users)

If the Mi5 is locked after a reset and requires Mi Account data that you don’t remember, you’ll have to use informal methods, which are only suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader (Bootloader Unlocked) or custom Recovery (such as TWRP).

Ways of circumvention:

Detailed instructions for TWRP:

1. Install TWRP Recovery for Mi5 (the version should match the model: gemini for global firmware, capricorn for Chinese).
2. Download to TWRP (Power buttons + Volume up).
3. Go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Delete the files: /data/system/mi_account.xml /data/system/device_policies.xml
5. Run Wipe → Format Data (enter yes to confirm).
6. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect actions in EDL Mode or persisting can lead to loss IMEI and not being able to call. Mi5 This is especially true due to the hardware features of the Qualcomm Snapdragon 820 modem.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you delete your Mi Account, Xiaomi Mi5 users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 "Device does not untie via the site": Check if the phone is linked to another account (for example, if you bought used). Try logging in via account.xiaomi.com in another browser.
• 🔒 "After the reset asks for an old account": "This is Mi Cloud Lock. Solutions: Contact the previous owner for data. Use the official Xiaomi service to unlock (requires a purchase check).
• ⚡ "The phone does not turn on after deleting files through TWRP": It's probably a firmware breach. MIUI via Mi Flash Tool.

Another common mistake is trying to delete an account through Settings → Apps → Mi Account → Delete. This will not work, since Xiaomi system applications are protected from removal.

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If you buy the Xiaomi Mi5 handheld, be sure to check if it is untied from the Mi Account. ask the seller to perform a reset on you and make sure the phone does not require login after the reboot.

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