How to remove the password for application protection on Xiaomi Redmi: all working methods

Forgot the password from the application on Xiaomi Redmi or want to disable the protection that prevents quick access? In this article you will find all the current ways to unblock – from the standard settings MIUI through technical methods through ADB We'll figure out how to remove passwords from individual programs (e.g., Gallery, Messages, or Settings) and what to do if you forget. PIN-code, and what risks are radical methods such as factory resets.

It is important to understand that the application protection system in Xiaomi is tied to the Mi Account account and data encryption. Some methods (for example, resetting via Recovery) will lead to the loss of personal files, so they should only be used as a last resort. If you are not sure about your actions, first try the standard methods through the Security menu or authorization in the Mi Cloud.

This article is suitable for all modern Redmi models (including Redmi Note 12/13, Redmi 10/11, POCO X5, etc.) based on MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS. For older versions (for example, MIUI 10-11), some menu items may differ - pay attention to the screenshots in the instructions.

1. Standard method: disabling password through MIUI settings

If you remember the password from application protection, the easiest way to remove it is to use the built-in MIUI settings. This method does not require additional programs or data reset, but is only suitable for cases where you have access to the main screen of the smartphone.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon on the desktop).
• 🔒 Go to Passwords and Security (or Security in older versions) MIUI).
• 🔑 Select Application Lock (can be called Application Protection).
• 📝 Enter the current password, PIN-code or fingerprint.
• ❌ Click on the basket icon or Remove password button in the top corner.

If the Block Applications item is not in the Passwords and Security menu, check:

• 🔍 Section Confidentiality → Special permits → Application lockdown.
• 🔍 Use the search by settings (the magnifying glass icon at the top) and enter the request “blocking».

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware (especially global versions) may have the app lock function disabled by default. If you haven't activated it before, the protection password simply isn't set.

2. reset password through Mi Account (if you forgot the PIN)

If you forget the password to block applications, but you have linked your smartphone to your Mi Account, you can try to reset protection through the cloud service, which only works when you are actively connected to the Internet and if you are synchronizing with Mi Cloud on the device.

Step-by-step:

1. Open your browser on your computer or other device and go to the Mi Account website.
2. Sign in with the same account that is linked to your Redmi.
3. Go to the Devices section → select your smartphone.
4. Press Find the device. → Lockdown.
5. Enter a new unlock password (it will replace the old PIN for all secure applications).

If this method does not work, check:

• 🌐 Internet connection on a smartphone (mobile traffic or Wi-Fi must be enabled).
• ☁️ In the Mi Account settings, the option Find the device should be activated.
• 🔄 You may need to restart your smartphone after changing your password through the web interface.

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If after resetting the password through Mi Account application protection is not disabled, try to temporarily untie the account from the device (in the Mi Account settings). → Exit, then log in again.

3.Use ADB to remove the lock (without data reset)

The Android Debug Bridge (ADB) method is suitable for advanced users who are ready to work with the command line.It allows you to remove the application protection password without losing data, but requires pre-activation of USB Debugging on your smartphone.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi and ADB-tools drivers.
• 📱 USB-cable (preferably original).
• ⚙️ Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Instructions:

1. Connect Redmi to your computer and confirm your trust in the device on your smartphone screen.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and execute commands in order: adb devices (should display your device) adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.guardprovider
3. Restart your smartphone. Once you turn on, the application protection will be disabled.

⚠️ Note: Deleting the com.miui.guardprovider package may cause some system functions to malfunction (e.g. Security or Optimization). If problems arise after the procedure, restore the package via the command: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.guardprovider

4. factory reset (extreme case)

If no other method has worked, the radical way is to completely reset your smartphone via Recovery Mode, which removes all data from your device, including photos, messages and installed apps, so only use it as a last resort.

How to reset:

1. Turn off your smartphone.
2. Press the Power + Volume buttons up at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu (manage volume buttons, choose the power button) select: Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm
4. Wait for the process to complete and restart the device (Reboot).

What to do after the discharge:

• 📱 Configure your smartphone as new (select Do Not Restore when you offer to restore data from a backup copy).
• ☁️ Sign in to your Mi Account if required (but don’t restore your security settings!).
• 🔒 Set a new screen lock password (required, otherwise some features) MIUI won't work).

5. Bypassing the lock through Safe Mode (Security Mode)

If the application protection password is set by third-party software (such as AppLock or Smart AppLock), you can try to remove it in Safe Mode, a mode where all user programs are disabled, this method will not help if the lock is set at the MIUI level.

How to get into Safe Mode:

1. Press the power button on the switched off smartphone.
2. In the off menu, hold your finger on the item "Switch off power" (you will be prompted to go to Safe Mode).
3. Confirm the transition and wait for the download (the bottom corner of the screen will be the inscription Safe Mode).

Further action:

• 🔍 Find and uninstall an application that blocks access (e.g. AppLock).
• 🔄 Reboot your smartphone in normal mode.
• ⚠️ If the lock is still there, it means it is a system (MIUI), And we need another method.

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Safe Mode works only for third-party blockers, and it doesn't bypass MIUI system protection!

6. Alternative methods: third-party programs and service centers

If none of the above methods worked, there are two options:

1. Specialized programs (e.g. Mi Account Unlock Tool or Xiaomi Tool V2) require an unlocked bootloader and may violate warranty. Use them at your own risk!
2. Contact the service center: official Xiaomi centers can remove the lock on the documents on the device (for example, a check or a warranty card), the cost of the service is from 500 to 2000 rubles, depending on the model.

Risks of third-party programs:

• 🛡️ Possibility of installing malware.
• 🔓 Loss of warranty (if the bootloader was unblocked unofficially).
• 💥 Risk of "brick" (transformation of a smartphone into a "brick").

Before using such tools, check:

• 🔗 Reviews of the program in forums (for example, 4PDA or XDA-Developers).
• 🛠️ Instructions for your Redmi model.
• 🔒 Backup your data (if your phone is still working).

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting the password on Xiaomi Redmi