How to completely delete the Mi Account on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones: all ways

Deleting your Mi Account from Xiaomi Redmi is a procedure you might need to do when selling a device, transferring it to another user, or simply changing your account. However, many people face difficulties: the system requires a password, blocks deletion due to associated services, or does not allow you to perform an action through the standard menu. In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to delete your Mi Account, including bypassing locks, resetting through Fastboot, and explain why some methods stopped working after the MIUI 14 updates.

It’s important to understand that simply deleting your account through settings doesn’t always mean completely erasing data from Xiaomi’s servers. If you plan to sell your phone, we also recommend untethering your device from your cloud account and deactivating features like Find Device, otherwise the new owner may face lockdown after a reset.

We tested all methods on the current Redmi Note 12 Pro+, Redmi 10C and POCO X5 Pro (based on MIUI 14 and HyperOS). If your model is older, some steps may differ - pay attention to the firmware versions in the instructions.

Why can’t you just delete your Mi Account through your settings?

Since 2021, Xiaomi has tightened its security policy, linking the account not only to cloud services, but also to hardware protection of the device.

  • 🔒 Post-discharge locking (FRP): If you do not untie the account in advance, after Hard Reset, the phone will require you to enter a login / password from the old Mi Account.
  • 📱 Reference to IMEI: Some features (such as unlocking the bootloader) require confirmation through the original account.
  • ⚠️ Deletion restrictions: If two-factor authentication is enabled on an account or payment data is tied, the system can block deletion.

In addition, MIUI 13/14 has disappeared the direct option "Delete account" in the settings - now you need to search for it in the submenu of Mi Account → Account Management. And on some firmware (for example, global versions for Redmi A2) this option is not at all.

⚠️ Note: If you delete your account due to a phone sale, first turn off "Device Search" (Settings) → Mi Account → Find Device otherwise the new owner will not be able to activate the phone after resetting!

Method 1: Standard Deletion through Settings (if you know the password)

This is the easiest method, but it only works if:

  • 📱 You have access to the password from the Mi Account.
  • 🌐 The phone is connected to the Internet (required for synchronization).
  • 🔄 The "Data Protection" function is not activated on the device (Settings) → Additionally. → Confidentiality).

Step-by-step:

  1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
  2. Put it on your profile (email or phone number).
  3. Select Account Management → Delete the account.
  4. Enter the password and confirm the action via SMS (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
  5. Wait until the process is completed (it can take up to 5 minutes).

Once deleted, the phone will automatically log off from all Xiaomi services (cloud, themes, app store), but the account data will be stored on the company’s servers – you need to go to account.xiaomi.com and delete the profile manually to completely erase it.

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Method 2: Delete your account through a Hard Reset

If you don't remember the password or the phone is locked, you can try resetting to factory settings, but there's an important caveat: once you reset, Xiaomi Redmi will require you to enter data from the old Mi Account (FRP protection).

  • 🔓 The account was untied from the device before the reset (via Find Device on the site).
  • 📦 The phone was disabled synchronization with Mi Cloud.
  • 🛠️ You use informal methods of circumvention. FRP (Risky, and may lead to blocking IMEI).

How to perform the reset:

  1. Turn off the phone.
  2. Press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
  3. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
  4. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

If after resetting the phone requires a login / password from the old account, try:

  • 📧 Enter your current account information (if you remember).
  • 🌍 Change region to "China" in the country selection menu (sometimes resets the requirement) FRP).
  • 🔧 Use the bypass through ADB (described in method 4).

⚠️ Note: On Redmi models with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi) 9A, Redmi 10A) after-running FRP A hardware lock may work, requiring contact with a service center.

Method 3: Delete your account via Xiaomi (if your phone is lost or stolen)

If you don't have access to your phone, but you remember the Mi Account data, you can remove the device from the list of associated gadgets via a web interface.

  • 📱 Your phone is stolen/lost and you want to block it remotely.
  • 🔄 You sold your device but forgot to unplug your account.
  • 🔓 We need to drop it. FRP-lock-in.

Instructions:

  1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
  2. Open the Devices section → Device management.
  3. Find your Redmi in the list and click Delete.
  4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

After that, the phone will be detached from the account, and the new owner will be able to activate it without entering your data, but this does not delete the Mi Account itself, only breaks its connection to the device.

  1. Go to Account Settings → Security → Delete the account.
  2. Confirm deletion (the process takes up to 30 days, after which the data is erased irrevocably).
Action.The resultLimitations
Remove via phone settingsThe account is detached from the device, data on the servers is storedPassword required, does not work on some firmware
Reset via RecoveryThe phone is back to factory settingsRequires FRP bypass if the account is not detached
Removal via Xiaomi websiteDevice untied from account, FRP resetDoes not delete the account itself, requires access to email/SMS
FRP bypass through ADBAllows you to activate your phone without your old account dataIt doesn’t work on all models, but requires PCs.

Method 4: Bypass FRP and delete your account through ADB (for advanced)

If the phone requires data from the old Mi Account after resetting, and you don’t remember it, you can try bypassing FRP (Factory Reset Protection) using ADB. This method works on most Redmi models with Qualcomm processors (for example, Redmi Note 11 Pro, POCO F4), but is not guaranteed on MediaTek.

What you need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB and Fastboot.
  • 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
  • 📥 Downloaded archive with Platform Tools utilities.

Step-by-step:

  1. Connect your phone to your PC in FRP-locked mode (this is a post-reset state where you need to enter an account).
  2. Open the command line in the folder with ADB and enter: adb devices If the device is determined, go further.
  3. Follow the commands in turn: adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1 am start -n com.android.settings/.Settings
  4. The phone will open settings – go to Accounts → Mi Account and delete the profile.

If this method didn’t work, try an alternative method via Fastboot:

  1. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to log in to Fastboot.
  2. Connect to a PC and type: fastboot oem frp-unlock Some models may require fastboot erase frp.
  3. Reset the device.

⚠️ Note: Use of Fastboot commands on models with a locked bootloader (Redmi with a MIUI Global can lead to a complete lock of the device (brick). Before experimenting, check the status of the bootloader with the command fastboot oem device-info.

What if the ADB can’t see the device?
If the list is empty when you enter adb devices, try: 1. Install Xiaomi drivers USB Drivers manually (download from the official website). 2. Use another USB-cable (some cables are only for charging). 3. Enable debugging by USB in the hidden developer settings (unless the phone is locked). 4. Try another PC or virtual machine with Linux (sometimes Windows blocks) ADB).

Method 5: Delete your account through Xiaomi Service Center

If all the previous methods have failed, the official way is to contact the service center.

  • 📱 Phones with hardware lock (for example, after a failed bypass) FRP).
  • 🔒 Devices with a Mi Account that cannot be restored.
  • 🛠️ MediaTek models where software methods often don't work.

How to prepare for your visit:

  1. Take it with you: 📄 Check or box from the phone (proof of purchase). 🆔 Passport (for proof of identity). 📧 Access to the email linked to the Mi Account (if you remember).

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Be prepared to pay (the cost varies from 1000 to 3000 rubles depending on the model).

The service center can offer two options:

  • 🔧 Software reset via special software (for example, Mi Flash Tool with authorized access).
  • 🔄 Reflashing to a clean version MIUI accountless.

Official Xiaomi centers in Russia (list on the website):

  • 📍 Moscow: Letnikovsky str., 10 (in the shopping center "European").
  • 📍 St. Petersburg: Ligovsky Prospect, 50 (in the shopping center "Gallery").
  • 📍 Kazan: Bauman St., 43 (Mi Store store).

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Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When you delete your Mi Account, users often face typical problems, and let's look at the most common ones:

Mistake.Reason.Decision
“Impossible to delete account” in settingsAccounts are linked to payment data or two-factor authenticationTurn off 2FA in account security settings or delete linked cards
After reset, an old account (FRP) is requiredThe device was not untied from the Mi Account before the resetGo through ADB or contact a service center
"Device locked" after Fastboot commandsThe bootloader is locked and the frp-unlock command is not supportedUse only official methods of unblocking
No SMS is sent to confirm the removalPhone number changed or blockedRestore access to an old number or use a backup email

Critical information: On Redmi models with MIUI 14.0.4+ firmware (released after March 2026), the adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.account no longer works to delete an account. Xiaomi has closed this loophole in the latest security updates.

To avoid problems:

  • 🔐 Always untie your device before selling (via Find Device on the site).
  • 📝 Save data for recovery (password, backup email, answers to control questions).
  • 🔄 Check the version. MIUI before using informal methods (on new firmware, many methods have ceased to work).
Can I delete my Mi Account without a password?
Officially, no. But if the phone isn't locked, you can try: Reset your password through Xiaomi's website (you need to access email/SMS); use ADB to bypass FRP (if the phone requires an old account after the reset); contact the service center with documents on the phone; on models with MIUI 14 and later, the chances of success are minimal without knowing the password.
What happens if you sell a phone with a Mi Account?
The new owner will not be able to: 📱 Activate your phone after reset (you will need to enter your data). 🔒 Use features like Find Device, Mi Cloud, Theme Store. 🔄 Update your firmware (some updates require authorization) and you will also receive notifications about your device activity (e.g., a change of device). SIM-map).
How to delete a Mi Account from a phone that is not turned on?
If the phone is not responding to charging or not turning on, but you remember the data from the account: Go to account.xiaomi.com. Remove the device from the list of associated (Devices section, FRP-If the phone is completely dead (no button response, no PC detection), contact the service center for diagnostics.
Can I use my phone without a Mi Account?
Yes, but with limitations: ✅ Basic functions (calls) are working, SMS, camera, most applications). ❌ Unavailable: Sync with Mi Cloud, install themes from the official store, some system updates, Device Search, models for the Chinese market (China) ROM) Even basic features can be blocked without a Mi Account (for example, access to Google Play).
How to restore access to Mi Account if you forget your password?
Recovery: Through Xiaomi: Click "Forgot your password?". Enter your email or phone number. Confirm your recovery via SMS/email. Backup email (if specified during registration); Check questions (if configured). If nothing helps, contact Xiaomi with a photo of your passport and check for your phone (to confirm your device ownership).

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Before selling or dumping a Xiaomi Redmi phone, you must untie it from Mi Account via account.xiaomi.com. This will save the new owner from FRP problems and you from possible claims.

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If you frequently sell or re-flash Xiaomi phones, register a separate Mi Account specifically for this purpose.