How to find or restore a password from a Google account on Xiaomi: all working methods

A forgotten password from a Google account on a Xiaomi smartphone can be a serious problem: without it, you can not download apps from the Play Market, sync contacts, use Gmail or even unlock your phone after resetting. Unlike the Mi Account password (Xiaomi account), which is restored through the official website of the manufacturer, access to Google is returned only through the tools of the company itself. In this article, we will analyze all legal ways from recovery via the phone to using a backup email or number.

It is important to understand that Xiaomi does not store and cannot provide passwords from Google user accounts - this is data protected by Google's privacy policy. All methods that promise to "hack" or "bypass" two-factor authentication are fraudulent. We will focus exclusively on official tools that are guaranteed to work on any Xiaomi device - from Redmi Note 12 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Why you can’t just reset your password through Xiaomi

Many users mistakenly try to restore access to a Google account through the Xiaomi settings menu, such as Accounts and Sync, but the phone only displays the associated profiles, but does not manage them.

• 🔒 Data is stored on Google servers, not on the device. Xiaomi does not have access to the password database.
• 📱 Local reset (via Recovery) will delete your account from your phone, but won’t restore access to it.
• 🚫 Bypass FRP (Factory Reset Protection requires you to enter the password you forgot.

The only way to work is to use Google tools, and below we will look at all the options available, starting with the simplest one.

⚠️ Note: If you bought a Xiaomi phone with your hands and the previous owner did not untie your Google account, you can not restore access to it. In this case, only a complete reset via Fastboot (with the removal of all data) or contacting the seller will help.

Method 1: Recovery through phone settings (if you have access to your account)

If you remember your password but want to change it, or your phone is still logged in, use Xiaomi’s built-in tools:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Choose your profile (if there are several).
3. Click Manage Google Account – a browser with a personal account will open.
4. Go to Security → Passwords → Password to log in to your account.
5. Enter the current password and set a new one.

If you don't remember your current password, the system will suggest that you restore it via a backup email or phone, which only works when you're actively connected to the Internet.

Battery charge > 50% |Stable Wi-Fi/mobile connection |Backup email or phone tied to account |No VPN (may block access to Google services)

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Method 2: Recovery via browser on phone or PC

If you lose your account completely, use Google's official recovery page, which is suitable for any device, including Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO:

1. Open a browser (like Google Chrome) and go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery.
2. Enter the email account that you forgot the password from and click Next.
3. The system will offer recovery options: 📧 Send the code to a backup email. 📱 Send. SMS tethered. 🔐 Use the backup code (if you have previously saved it).

Follow the on-screen instructions. If none of the methods are available, Google will offer to answer the check questions (for example, the date of creation of the account or previously used passwords).

On Xiaomi devices with MIUI 14+, you can use Incognito mode in your browser to avoid automatically logging into saved accounts. Also make sure that Google Play Services are enabled in your phone settings (Settings → Applications → Application Management → Google Play Services).

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If you don’t remember the backup email attached, try entering options (such as an old workmail or an address from another Google service).

Method 3: Use of backup codes or two-factor authentication

If you previously set up two-factor authentication (2FA) for your Google account, you may have backup codes that are generated when you turn on 2FA and allow you to log in even without access to your main device.

• 📄 In printed form (if you printed the codes when setting up).
• 📱 In phone notes or secure storage (e.g. Mi Secure on Xiaomi).
• 💾 In a file on a cloud drive (e.g. Google Drive or Mi Cloud).
• 📧 In a letter from Google with the topic “Backup codes for your account".

To use the code:

1. On the Google account login page, select the Other option.
2. Press Enter the backup code.
3. Enter one of 10 digital codes (each code is disposable).

If the codes are lost and two-factor authentication is enabled, recovery will take up to 3-7 days – Google will require proof of identity through the submission of documents (passport, driver’s license).

Method 4: Recovery through a Linked Phone Number

If you have a phone number attached to your account, Google can send an SMS or call with a confirmation code, which works even if you change the number, but it's still listed in your account settings.

1. On the recovery page (link) enter your email.
2. Choose to receive the code by SMS or call.
3. Enter the 6-digit code you received on the confirmation page.
4. Create a new password.

If your phone number has changed, you have access to the old phone number. SIM-In the card, temporarily insert it into a Xiaomi phone (or other device) and request the code. SIM (For example, the Redmi Note 13 Pro+) You can use both numbers at the same time.

⚠️ Note: If you use a virtual number (e.g. from services like TextNow or Google Voice), make sure it is still active.

Through backup email | Through SMS to phone | Through backup codes | Through check questions

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Method 5: Appealing for Google (extreme case)

If all the previous methods have failed, you just have to contact Google Support, which is the longest way, but it is guaranteed to help you get back if you are the legitimate owner of the account.

• 📝 Passport or driving license (photo or scan).
• 📧 Account information: date of creation, last used passwords, tied devices.
• 💳 Payment details (if you bought something through Google Play).
• 📱 IMEI phone number (can be found in Settings) → The phone. → General information).

How to apply:

1. Go to support.google.com/accounts.
2. Select Account Recovery → I don't remember the password.
3. Fill out the form with the most detailed information.
4. Attach scans of documents (file size up to 5 MB, JPG/PNG format).
5. Wait for a response (usually 24-72 hours).

On Xiaomi devices with MIUI, you can speed up the process if you have previously enabled Backup in your Google account settings, in which case support can confirm your identity by sync history.

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The more you fill out the support form, the better the chances of a quick recovery, even mention small things like the names of the last apps installed or the date of the last password change.

What to do if your account is blocked after several attempts

Google can temporarily block an account after 5-10 failed password attempts, in which case you will see a message saying, "This account is temporarily disabled." Here's how to unlock it:

1. Wait 24 hours and try again. Usually, the lock is automatically removed.
2. If no waiting time is specified, use the unlock page.
3. Enter the captcha and confirm that you are not a robot.
4. Try to restore your password through a backup email or phone.

On Xiaomi phones, the lock can be different: for example, when you try to log into the Play Market, you get an error "Authorization failed."

• Reboot the phone.
• Clear the cache of Google Play Services (Settings → Apps → App Management → Google Play Services → Clear the cache).
• Update Google services through the Play Market.

FAQ: Frequent questions about restoring a Google account on Xiaomi