How to completely remove your Xiaomi account from your phone: 5 proven ways

Why Deleting a Xiaomi Account Is Not Always Easy

Mi Account is deeply integrated into Xiaomi’s ecosystem, linking smartphones, smartwatches, TVs, and even vacuum cleaners.This makes removing it from your phone less of a trivial task than it might seem. Unlike a Google account that can be untied in two clicks, Mi Account often requires confirmation via SMS, email, or even support. Moreover, on some models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro or POCO X3 Pro), linking an account blocks access to features like Find Device or synchronize notes, which complicates the process.

Another trap is factory lock (FRP), which is activated after resetting if the account is not deleted correctly, which means that after a hard reset, the phone may require you to enter the username and password from Mi Account, even if you have already sold the device, especially for models on MIUI 12/13/14, where protection is enhanced, in this article we will discuss all the current ways to delete the account, from standard to emergency, when the password is lost or the phone is blocked.

Before you go to the instructions, make sure you have:

• 🔑 Password from Mi Account (if you plan to delete through settings)
• 📱 Access to SIM-card or email linked to the account (for confirmation)
• 🔋 Battery charge of at least 50% (to avoid failures during the process)
• 📡 Stable Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile network)

Method 1: Delete your account through phone settings (official method)

This is the easiest and most recommended way to use if you have access to your password and phone, and it works for all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models on MIUI 11 and later. Importantly, after deleting your account, all the data synced with it (notes, contacts, photos in Mi Cloud) will be lost on the device, but stored in the cloud.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Mi Account depending on the version of MIUI).
2. Tap your Mi Account profile (usually displayed at the top of the list).
3. Scroll down and select Delete Account (or Exit and Delete).
4. Enter the password from the account for confirmation.
5. Confirm the deletion via SMS or email (if required).
6. Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

What if the Delete Account button is inactive? This is a common problem on MIUI 12.5+ phones, where Xiaomi has tightened security policies.

• 🔄 Try logging out (Log out) first, then logging in again and trying to delete again.
• 📶 Switch from Wi-Fi to mobile internet or vice versa – sometimes a problem with the network.
• ⏳ Wait 24 hours – Xiaomi can temporarily block deletion in case of suspicious activity.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or Redmi K50) After deleting the account, you may need to re-activate the device over the Internet, without which some functions (such as the Theme or Mi Video) will not be available.

Method 2: Delete via the Mi Account website (if the phone is not available)

If you lost your phone but remember your account details, you can delete it remotely via Xiaomi's official website, which is also suitable if your device is locked or you want to unplug your account before selling. Importantly, after deleting through the website, all devices associated with that account will be logged off and data on them (if there was no backup) can be lost.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in.
2. In the Devices section, find your phone and tap it.
3. Choose to remove the device (or untie).
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.
5. Return to Account Settings → Security and select Delete Account.
6. Follow the instructions on the screen (password and captcha may be required).

Limitations of the method:

• ⏳ The removal process through the site takes up to 7 days – this is a security measure from Xiaomi.
• 📵 If other devices are linked to your account (such as Mi Band or Mi) TV), They will also be untied.
• 🔒 After deleting, it will be impossible to restore the account - you will have to register a new one.

Method 3: Reset settings (if the Mi Account password is forgotten)

If you don't remember the Mi Account password, but the phone is unlocked, you can try resetting to factory settings. But this method doesn't work on all models -- devices with a mobile phone. MIUI 12+ After the reset, a request for data entry from the account may appear (FRP-In this case, additional confirmation will be required through Xiaomi support.

How to reset:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Choose Delete all data (or Hard Reset).
3. Confirm the action (you may need to enter a pattern lock or PIN-lock-screen).
4. Wait for the process to be completed (it will take 5-15 minutes).

What if the phone requires a password from Mi Account?

• 📞 Contact Xiaomi with proof of ownership (check, box, IMEI).
• 🔧 Use it. EDL-mode (only for experienced users, requires PC and special software).
• 🛠️ Contact the service center (paid service, but guaranteed result).

⚠️ Attention: Purchase of “screwsters” FRP" On dubious sites, it is fraught with viruses or fraud. Xiaomi does not officially support bypassing factory lock without proof of ownership.

Method 4: Remove through Recovery Mode (TWRP)

This method is suitable for advanced users who have customized TWRP recaps installed. It allows you to manually delete Mi Account files, bypassing standard restrictions. Importantly, improper actions in TWRP can lead to a phone "brick" (completely inoperable).

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone and press the button combination to log in to TWRP (usually Power + Volume Up).
2. In the Recovery menu, select Advanced → File Manager.
3. Cross the path. /data/system and find the files: account_db.xml miui_account_info.xml
4. Delete these files (swipe for confirmation).
5. Reboot your phone. Your account will be untied, but there may be errors in MIUI.

What to do if TWRP is not installed?

• 📥 Download the official TWRP For your model from twrp.me.
• 🖥️ Install it with fastboot (command: fastboot flash recovery) twrp.img).
• ⚠️ Unblock before installation OEM Unlock in the Developer Settings.

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Before working with TWRP, make sure to back up /data partitioning – this will help restore the phone in case of an error.

Method 5: Calling for Xiaomi Support (If Nothing Works)

If all previous methods fail (e.g., the phone is locked and there is no proof of ownership), only official support remains. Xiaomi can delete the account remotely, but this will require:

• 📄 Check or warranty card (proof of purchase).
• 🆔 IMEI Devices (can be found via *#06# or on the box).
• 📧 Email linked to your account (if you remember).
• 📞 Phone number specified during registration.

How to contact support:

1. Go to support.xiaomi.com.
2. Select the Mi Account section → Lost access.
3. Fill out the form with IMEI and purchase details.
4. Wait for a response (usually 1-3 working days).

Officially deleting your account through support is free, but if you need to unlock FRP, service centers can charge from 500 to 2000 rubles (depending on the model).

⚠️ Note: Some "masters" offer to delete the account in 5 minutes through "secret codes" or programs, most often this is a fraud - after such manipulations, the phone can turn into a "brick" or remain with a lock.

What to do after deleting your Xiaomi account

So you've successfully deleted the Mi Account, and now you need to check if there are any tails left, and you need to reconfigure the phone.

• 🔄 Restart your device – sometimes residual account files remain in the cache.
• 🧹 Clear the Mi Account and Mi Cloud app data in the settings.
• 🔐 If you plan to sell your phone, do a full reset again.
• 📱 Create a new account (if you stay in the Xiaomi ecosystem) or set up a Google account to back up.

Problems that may occur after removal:

• ❌ Mi Themes from the Mi Theme Store (new account required).
• ❌ Proprietary applications (such as Mi Home or Mi Fit) ask for re-entry.
• ❌ On some models (Xiaomi 13, Redmi) K60) may be lost access 5G (flip-flopping).

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If you are selling a phone, be sure to untie it from Mi Account ASAP – after transferring the device to a new owner, it will be impossible to do this without his consent.

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting Xiaomi account