How to completely delete Mi Account Xiaomi Redmi Note 9: all ways 2026

Why Deleting Mi Accounts on Redmi Note 9 Is Not Always a Trivial Thing

The Mi Account binding on Xiaomi smartphones is not just a synchronization option, but a full-fledged security system integrated into MIUI firmware. On the Redmi Note 9 model (codename merlin), this binding is implemented especially rigidly: even after resetting to factory settings, the phone may require the username and password of the previous owner. This is not a bug, but a feature called Factory Reset Protection (FRP), which Xiaomi implemented by analogy with Google.

Complicating the problem is that standard deletion of an account through settings often fails due to the error "This device is tied to a Mi Account." This is especially true for hands-on phones where the previous owner did not untie the device. In this article, we will discuss all working methods, from official to technical, including bypassing locks via Fastboot and EDL.

It is important to understand that if you are not the original owner of the phone, some methods may require proof of purchase (checks, box with IMEI). Xiaomi actively fights stolen devices, so without this data unlocking through official channels will not be possible.

Method 1: Standardly delete Mi Account through settings

If you have access to your phone and remember the password from your Mi Account, this method is the easiest and most secure.It works on the Redmi Note 9 with any version of MIUI (12, 13, 14) and does not require a PC connection.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
2. Click on the profile icon in the upper right corner.
3. Select Account Management → Security → Delete Account.
4. Enter the password from the account and confirm the deletion.

After that, the phone will automatically log off and the account will be de-linked, but there are nuances:

• 🔄 If the phone was reset to factory settings, this method won’t work – you’ll need to enter your previous account data.
• ⚠️ Some firmware may not have the "Delete Account" option. In this case, try updating. MIUI last-minute.
• 📱 If you are selling a phone, be sure to follow this step before resetting your settings!

⚠️ Note: If you delete your account immediately reset (Settings) → The phone. → Reset settings, the phone can request Mi Account data again. FRP. To avoid the problem, after deleting the account, wait 10-15 minutes or restart the device.

Method 2: Remove from Xiaomi website (if phone is blocked)

If you don't have physical access to your phone, but you remember the Mi Account, you can try to untie the device remotely.

• 🔒 Phone locked after resetting settings.
• 📱 Your device is lost or stolen (but you want to delete it from your account).
• 🔄 You sold your phone but forgot to untie it from your account.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your Redmi Note 9 (it can be displayed as merlin).
3. Click on three dots next to the device and select Remove the device.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).

After that, the phone's link to the account will be removed, but there are important limitations:

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If your device is not displayed on Xiaomi, try logging in via another browser or clearing the cache. Sometimes changing the account region (for example, from Russia to Global) helps.

Method 3: Bypass FRP and delete Mi Account via Fastboot (for advanced)

If standard methods fail and the phone is locked after being reset, the only solution left is the Fastboot firmware, which requires a PC, a USB Type-C cable, and basic ADB/Fastboot knowledge. On the Redmi Note 9, it works stably, but there is a risk of “bricking” if errors occur.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Windows computer 10/11 (Linux with fastboot and adb installed).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (poor cables may interrupt the connection).
• 📁 Fastboot for Redmi Note 9 (download from official website).
• 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool (version 2023)+).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off the phone and press Power + Volume down to log into the Fastboot.
2. Connect your phone to your PC and check for device detection by command: fastboot devices If the device is not detected, install Qualcomm drivers.
3. Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic characters (for example, C:\miui_fastboot).
4. Launch the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder and press Refresh.
5. At the bottom, select Clean all and lock (this will delete all data, including your Mi Account).
6. Press Flash and wait until it is completed (5-10 minutes).

⚠️ Note: After you run through Fastboot with Clean all and lock option, the phone will become “clean” but may lose the warranty (if there was one), and this method does not work if the phone is locked Mi Cloud Lock (requires official unlock through Xiaomi).

Method 4: Delete Mi Accounts via EDL (Extreme Case)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) is a firmware emergency mode that allows you to bypass most locks, including FRP and Mi Cloud Lock.

• 🔧 Unlocked bootloader (bootloader unlock).
• 💻 Special cable. EDL or short-circuiting.
• 📄 Authorized Xiaomi Developer Account (for new devices).

On the Redmi Note 9, the EDL is logged in as follows:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume up + Volume down and connect the cable to the PC.
3. Hold the buttons for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out (the phone will not appear in fastboot devices, but will be defined as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008).

Then the firmware is run through Mi Flash Tool or QFil using firehose firmware, which is guaranteed to delete the Mi Account, but:

• ⚠️ The risk of turning your phone into a brick if you make a mistake — ~30%.
• 🔒 New devices (after 2021) require Xiaomi authorization.
• 🛠️ Without experience, it is better to contact the service center.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you delete your Mi Account on Redmi Note 9, users often face typical problems, and here are the most common ways to solve them:

Another common problem is two-factor authentication, which, if enabled, requires not only a password to delete an account, but also a code from SMS/email, if access is lost:

1. Try to restore access through a recovery form.
2. If you have a phone number attached, request a call with a code (the option "Did not receive an SMS?").
3. In extreme cases, contact Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (check, box with IMEI).

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If the phone is bought by hand and the previous owner has not untied the Mi Account, it can only be officially unlocked through Xiaomi support with proof of purchase. All other methods (including EDL) can violate the warranty or lead to data loss.

How to check if your Mi Account is deleted from your phone

After you've done any of these methods, it's important to make sure that the binding is actually removed.

1. Perform a reset settings (Settings → About Phone → Resetting → Erase All Data).
2. After restarting, go through the initial setup.
3. At the account login stage, select Skip or Sign in later.
4. If the phone does not require the entry of Mi Account data, the link is deleted successfully.

Additional verification:

• 🔍 Go to Settings. → The phone. → All specs and check the Mi Account line – it should say Not connected.
• 📱 Install the Security app and check the Device section – there should be no linked account.

⚠️ Note: If the phone still requires Mi Account data after the reset, the link has not been completely deleted. EDL or contacting a service center.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions