Deleting a Mi Account with Xiaomi Redmi 9 NFC may be necessary for various reasons: selling a phone, resetting to factory settings or simply wanting to change an account. However, many users face difficulties - the system requires a password, blocks actions or does not allow you to untie an account through standard settings. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of deleting, including bypassing the lock if you forget the login data.
The Redmi 9 NFC features an NFC module that can be linked to Mi Pay and other services, which complicates the process as some features (such as contactless payments) require an active account, and we’ll look at both standard methods through the phone’s menu, and alternative methods through Fastboot, ADB, and even appealing for Xiaomi.
Before you start, make sure you have:
- 🔑 Password from Mi Account (if you remember)
- 📱 Access to another device or PC (for some methods)
- 🔌 Battery charge of at least 50% (to avoid failures)
- 📡 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile network)
1. Delete Mi Account through phone settings (official method)
The easiest and safest method is to untie your account directly from the Redmi 9 NFC menu, which is suitable if you remember the password and the phone is not locked.
Open the Settings. → Xiaomi account. Here you'll see the email or phone number tied. Click on the gear icon (⚙️) In the upper right corner, select Exit from your account. The system will request a password, enter it and confirm the action. After that, the account will be untied, but the data (contacts, notes, backups) will remain on Xiaomi servers until manually deleted via the web version.
If the logout button is inactive or absent, check:
- 🔒 Presence of screen lock (PIN, pattern lock, print)
- 📶 Internet connection (without a network option may not be available)
- 📱 System updates (in older versions) MIUI interface)
⚠️ Note: After logging out, some features (such as Mi Cloud or Find Device) will stop working.
Backup data |Remember/save password from your account |Deactivate two-factor authentication (if enabled) |Check important notes in Mi Cloud-->
2. factory reset: Does Mi delete the account?
Many users mistakenly believe that hard reset completely clears the phone of the associated account. On Redmi 9 NFC, this works differently: once reset, the device will require you to enter the Mi Account that was linked to the last one, a measure of protection against theft called FRP (Factory Reset Protection).
If you don't remember the password, resetting will only make things worse, the phone will turn into a brick. However, if the account was untied in advance (see method 1), the reset will be easy.
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Select Delete all data.
- Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.
| Action. | The result | Do you need a password? |
|---|---|---|
| Exit from the account in the settings | Account is untied, data on the phone is saved | Yes. |
| Reset to factory settings without prior decoupling | Phone locked (requires a Mi Account after activation) | Yeah (after reset) |
| Reset via Fastboot (see Method 4) | Deletes your account but requires PC and skills | Not (if you use special commands) |
⚠️ Attention: On Redmi 9 NFC firmware MIUI 13+ Reset via Recovery (Volume Up buttons) + Power also activates FRP-lock, and use this method only if you are confident in your actions!
3. Delete Mi Account via Xiaomi Website
If your phone is lost or unavailable, but you have access to another device, you can delete your account remotely.
- Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
- In the Devices section, find your Redmi 9 NFC (by model or IMEI).
- Click Remove the device and confirm the action.
This method will not reset the phone, but will untie it from the account. However, after the Redmi 9 reboot, the NFC can again request authorization, depending on the version of MIUI and security settings.
If you want to delete your Mi Account completely (together with your cloud data), go to Account Settings → Delete your account.
- 📧 All letters, notes and backup copies will be lost.
- 🔄 It is impossible to restore the account after deletion.
- 🛒 Linked purchases (such as those from the Mi Store) will become unavailable.
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Before deleting your account through the website, check to see if other devices (such as Mi Band or Xiaomi TV) are linked to it.
4. bypassing the blocking of Mi Account via Fastboot (for advanced)
If you forget your password and your phone is locked after resetting, you can try deleting your account via Fastboot mode, USB-Cable and basic knowledge of working with the command line.
First, download and install:
- 🖥️ ADB and Fastboot Tools (for the Windows/Mac/Linux)
- 🔌 Xiaomi Drivers for Your OS (e.g. Mi) PC Suite)
- 📄 Firmware for Redmi 9 NFC (You can take it from xiaomifirmwareupdater.com)
Follow the instructions:
- Turn off your phone and press Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot.
- Connect Redmi 9 NFC to your PC and check for device detection by the command: fastboot devices
- Enter the command to unlock the bootloader (if not unlocked): fastboot oem unlock On Redmi 9 NFC, this command may require binding to another Mi Account via the Mi Unlock Tool.
- Sweep through modified boot.img or use the command to reset FRP: fastboot erase frp
⚠️ WARNING: Fastboot malfunctions could permanently damage Redmi 9 firmware NFC. If you are not sure, contact a specialist. Also note that Xiaomi can block devices after unauthorized manipulation of the bootloader.
What if fastboot doesn’t see the device?
5. Alternative methods: appeal for support and service centers
If all of the above methods fail, there are two options:
- Contact Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (check, box with IMEI).They can remove the lock remotely, but the process takes 3 to 14 days.
- Official partners of Xiaomi have access to special tools for unlocking, but the service is paid (from 1000 to 3000 rubles).
For appeals in support:
- 📧 Write to support@xiaomi.com or through a form on the site.
- 📄 Attach scans of documents (passport, check, warranty card).
- 📱 Indicate. IMEI phone (can be found on the box or via command *#06#).
Xiaomi service centers in Russia can be found through the official website. Before visiting, check by phone whether they are engaged in unlocking Mi Account - not all centers provide this service.
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Officially unlocking through Xiaomi support is the only legal way if you have forgotten your password and don’t want to risk your data.
6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
When you delete a Mi Account, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ones:
| Mistake. | Reason. | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| "Impossible to log out of account" | Two-factor authentication or MIUI limitations | Disable 2FA in the web version of your account or update your firmware |
| Phone asks for old account after reset | FRP-lock (Discharge Protection) | Use Fastboot or contact support |
| "No Device Found" in Mi Unlock Tool | Unlocked bootloader or outdated drivers | Update drivers and re-assign your account in Mi Unlock |
| After deleting the account, contacts disappeared | The data is synchronized only with the Mi Cloud. | Restore backup through Settings → Additional → Restore and Reset |
Another common mistake is to try to use unofficial programs to delete an account (such as the Mi Account Unlock Tool), which often contain viruses or damage the firmware. Xiaomi regularly updates the security, so these methods stop working after new versions of MIUI.
If you are buying Redmi 9 NFC from hand, always check:
- 🔍 No Mi Account attached (ask the seller to log out with you).
- 📱 Status. IMEI (must match the box).
- 🔒 No FRP-lock (ask to reset to your eyes).