How to completely delete Mi Account on Xiaomi Redmi 7: 5 proven ways

Deleting the Mi Account from Xiaomi Redmi 7 is a challenge that users face when selling a device, resetting to factory settings or after buying a used phone with a tied profile. Despite the fact that Redmi 7 was released in 2019, its popularity among budget smartphones remains high, and the problem with blocking through the Mi Cloud is relevant in 2026. Unlike the new Xiaomi models, where the deletion procedure is simplified, on the Redmi 7 it requires a special approach due to the specifics of the MIUI 10/11 firmware and hardware limitations.

The main difficulty is that standard deletion through settings often fails due to device-based (not just account-based) linking. If you forget your password, the seller hasn’t untied your profile, or your phone is locked after a reset, alternative methods will be required, from using Fastboot to contacting a service center. In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to delete your Mi Account from Redmi 7, including bypassing the lock without losing data (where possible).

Before you start, consider that some methods require unlocking the bootloader (Bootloader Unlock), which is officially supported by Xiaomi, but takes up to 72 hours. Other methods (for example, through EDL) can lead to complete loss of data or even “bricking” the device if it is not executed correctly. If the phone is not yours, make sure that you have the right to such manipulation!

1. Officially delete Mi Account through phone settings

The easiest and safest way to delete your account is to delete it directly from the Redmi 7 menu if you have access to your phone and remember your password, which is suitable for cases where the device is not locked after a reset and is operating normally.

Instructions:

📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon).
👤 Go to the Accounts section → Mi Account.
🔄 Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select "Exit".
🗑️ After leaving the account, return to the Accounts → Mi Account and click "Delete account".
🔐 Enter the password from the Mi Account to confirm.

If the Delete Account button is inactive or not, it means that the Find Device function is enabled on the device.

Visit i.mi.com from your computer.
Sign in with the same account you are attached to Redmi 7.
Go to Find Your Device → Your Redmi 7 → Settings
Turn off the "Find device" option.
Repeat the attempt to delete the account on the phone.

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If after deleting your account, the phone requires re-authorization when turned on, perform a full reset via Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset → Reset settings.

2. Delete Mi Account through reset to factory settings (Hard Reset)

If you have access to the phone but do not remember the password from the Mi Account, you can try resetting via Recovery. This method only works if the Mi Cloud lock is not activated on Redmi 7 (i.e. the phone does not require login / password entry after reset).

Step-by-step:

🔄 Turn off Redmi 7.
🔘 Press the buttons at the same time Volume up + Power and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
📱 Release the buttons – you will be taken to the Recovery menu (English or Chinese).
🔍 Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selecting the item.
🗑️ Choose Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (or similar).
✅ Confirm the reset and wait for the process to be completed.
🔄 Reboot your phone via Reboot → Reboot to System.

Turn off your Google account (if you have one).

Make a backup copy of important data

Charge your phone at least 50%

Make sure that SIM-map extracted

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If the phone requests Mi Account details after the reset, Mi Cloud lock has been activated, in which case Recovery reset will not help and other methods will be required (see sections 3-5).

📊 What Reset Method Have You Tried on Xiaomi?

Through settings

Through Recovery.

Through Fastboot.

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3. Delete Mi Account via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

If the bootloader on your Redmi 7 is already unlocked, you can delete your Mi Account via Fastboot mode using your PC.This method requires the installation of ADB and Fastboot drivers, as well as a special utility Mi Flash Unlock.

Steps:

💻 Download and install Mi Unlock Tool from Xiaomi’s official website.
🔌 Connect Redmi 7 to your computer via USB-cable.
🔘 Hold the Loud down. + Food to enter the Fastboot (the image of a hare in a hat-eared hat will appear).
🖥️ Run Mi Flash Unlock on PC and log in to your Mi Account (not necessarily because it’s tied to your phone!).
🔍 The program must identify the connected device. Press "Unlock".
⏳ Wait for the process to be completed (may take up to 10 minutes).
🔄 After unlocking, reset via Recovery (see Section 2).

What if the Mi Unlock Tool can’t see the device?

Make sure that Qualcomm drivers are installed HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (you can download it) XDA Developers. Try another one. USB-Disable the antivirus, it can block the utility. Check that Windows Device Manager displays the phone as Android Bootloader Interface.

Limitations of the method:

⚠️ Xiaomi officially allows bootloader unlocking only 1 time every 30 days for one account.
⚠️ If the phone was bought by hand, the previous owner could have already used this quota.
⚠️ Some of the Redmi 7 firmware (for example, MIUI 12+) This method may not work.

4. bypassing Mi Cloud locking via EDL (emergency mode)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is a firmware emergency mode that allows you to scroll your phone around locks, and it works even when the bootloader is locked, but requires special hardware (EDL cable or testpoint) and firmware knowledge.

Warning: This is only for power users! Mistakes can turn a phone into a brick.

Algorithm:

🛠️ Buy or make EDL cable (bar between contacts) GND and EDL phoneboard).
🔌 Connect your phone to your PC in mode EDL (screen will remain black).
💻 Install the Qualcomm driver HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
📥 Download Fastboot firmware ROM Redmi 7 (for example, from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater).
🖥️ Use the Mi Flash Tool to run your phone in Clean All mode.

Method	Do you need to unlock Bootloader?	Data loss?	Difficulty	Risk of "bricking"
Through settings	❌ No.	❌ No.	⭐ 1/5	❌ No.
Reset via Recovery	❌ No.	✅ Yes.	⭐ 2/5	❌ No.
Fastboot (Mi Unlock)	✅ Yes.	✅ Yes.	⭐ 3/5	⚠️ Medium.
EDL	❌ No.	✅ Yes.	⭐ 5/5	⚠️⚠️⚠️ High-pitched
Calling the service	❌ No.	✅ Maybe.	⭐ 1/5	❌ No.

Important! Firmware through EDL deletes all data, including IMEI and serial number, if you use unofficial firmware. Always check the source of the firmware files!

5. Delete Mi Account through Xiaomi Service Center

If your own methods don’t work or you’re afraid to take risks, Xiaomi’s official service center can help you delete your Mi Account if you have proof of ownership.

What will be required:

📄 Check or sales contract (if the phone was purchased with a new one).
🆔 Passport of the owner (must match the data in the check).
📱 Redmi 7 phone is still working (even if it is locked).
📧 Email address associated with Mi Account (if available).

Process:

Find the nearest Xiaomi service center.
Make an appointment (in some cities, pre-registration is required).
Provide documents and phone number to the specialist.
Wait for the check (may take 1 to 5 working days).
Once the ownership is confirmed, the account will be deleted.

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Service center is the only legal way to delete your Mi Account without the risk of losing your warranty or “bricking” your phone.

Cost of service: in official Xiaomi services, deletion of Mi Account is usually free if you confirm ownership. In informal workshops, the price can reach 1000-3,000 rubles.

6. Alternative methods (for experienced users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try to bypass the lock using specialized tools. These methods are not official and may violate Xiaomi’s terms of use, so use them at your own risk.

Method 1: Use of Mi Account Bypass Tool

There are programs (such as Xiaomi Tool V2 or Mi Account Unlock Tool) that automate the process of deleting an account via Fastboot or EDL. They often require payment and do not guarantee 100% result.

Method 2: Custom Recovery (TWRP) firmware

Installing TWRP allows you to root and manually delete Mi Account files, but for Redmi 7, this method is complicated by blocking custom recover firmware on new versions of MIUI.

Method 3: Deception of Xiaomi servers via DNS

Some users claim that changing the DNS on the phone bypasses checking your Mi Account when you first turn on, such as:

Settings → SIM- Maps and Mobile Networks → Access Points (APN) → Create a new access point


Name: Xiaomi Bypass




APN: bypass




Proxy: Not specified




Port: Not specified




User name: not specified




Password: not specified




Server: 104.199.177.96 (or other DNS for bypassing)




MCC: 310




MNC: 260




Type of authentication: PAP

Does the method work with DNS in 2026?

As of 2026, the majority DNS-Mi Cloud bypass methods have stopped working due to tightening of protection on Xiaomi servers%.

Warning: the use of informal methods may lead to:

🚫 Blocking IMEI phone.
🔒 Loss of warranty.
💥 Irreversible damage to firmware.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

❓ Can I delete my Redmi 7 account without losing data?

Yes, but only if you remember your account password and your phone is not locked after reset, in which case you just log out of your account in the settings and delete it (see section 1). If the phone is locked, the data will be lost with any unlock method.

❓ What to do if Redmi 7 asks for an old Mi Account after reset?

This means that the phone has activated the Mi Cloud lock. Solutions: Contact the previous owner for account data. Use the Fastboot or EDL method (see section 3-4). Contact the service center with proof of purchase. Recovery reset will not help in this case - the lock will remain.

❓ How much does it cost to delete a Mi Account in the service center?

In official Xiaomi services, the service is usually free for proof of ownership. In informal workshops, the price varies from 500 to 3000 rubles depending on the method (Fastboot, EDL, firmware). Beware of scammers who offer “deletion in 5 minutes” – often this leads to the loss of IMEI.

❓ Can I bypass the Mi Account on Redmi 7 through the computer without unlocking the bootloader?

Yes, but only through EDL mode (see section 4) This method does not require an unlocked bootloader, but requires special cables or soldering with the phone board. The risk of bricking is high - recommended only for advanced users.

❓ Why, after the firmware through EDL phone out?

This can happen for several reasons: 🔌 Incorrectly connected EDL cable (check contacts). 📥 Used the wrong version of the firmware (should be for Redmi 7, model onc). 🖥️ Failure in the firmware process (for example, disconnection) USB-cable). 🔧 Damage to section EFS (In this case, restoration will be required. IMEI). Solution: Repeat the firmware with the correct version of Fastboot ROM or go to the service.

If none of these methods worked, your Redmi 7 may have a non-standard firmware or a damaged security system, and in such cases, the only way out is to contact professionals with low-level repair equipment (such as a UFi Box or EasyJTAG).

Remember, the newer the MIUI version on your phone, the harder it is to bypass the security, and check regularly for the latest methods on forums like 4PDA or XDA Developers.