How to Sign In to a Xiaomi Smartphone Without a Google Account: The Complete Guide 2026

Buying a used Xiaomi smartphone or resetting it to a factory setting often faces one problem: the system requires you to enter the data of a Google account that was previously tied. This protection (FRP) is designed to combat device theft, but it creates difficulties for legal users. If you forget your password, bought your phone from hand or just want to bypass the Google binding, this guide will help you unlock Xiaomi on MIUI 12/13/14 without a Google account.

It's important to understand that bypassing methods depend on the firmware version, device model and lock type. Some methods only work on older versions of MIUI (up to 12.5), others require a computer and special tools. We'll look at legal methods that do not violate Xiaomi's license agreements, but some of them may require technical skills. If a phone was stolen, using these instructions is prohibited by law.

Why Xiaomi requires a Google account after a reset

FRP (Factory Reset Protection) was introduced in Android 5.1 and became mandatory for all manufacturers, with the goal of preventing the use of stolen devices. After resetting (Wipe Data in Recovery), the system requests the data of the last associated Google account or Mi Account, this applies to all Xiaomi models, starting with the Redmi Note 3 (2016) and later.

Features of FRP on Xiaomi:

• 🔹 Nana MIUI 12.5+ The lock is activated even when reset via Fastboot.
• 🔹 On some models (e.g. Redmi) 9A, Poco X3 NFC) You can bypass the protection system EDL, But it requires an authorized Xiaomi account to unlock the bootloader.
• 🔹 If you previously had a Mi Account attached, the system can request it instead of Google.
• 🔹 On Android 11 devices+ (for example, Xiaomi 12T, Redmi Note 11 Pro+) circumvention FRP Complicated due to hardware protection.

Before you try to bypass the lock, check:

1. Do you have access to a Mi Account that was linked to your phone (even if you don’t remember the password, you can recover it via email).
2. Whether the device has custom firmware installed (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience) – in this case, FRP may not work.
3. Do you have a backup (if your phone is yours but you have forgotten your password)?

⚠️ Note: If you buy a used Xiaomi, always ask the seller to unplug the Mi Account and Google account with you. After the reset, the device must start without asking for a login. If the seller refuses, this is a reason to doubt the legality of the transaction.

Method 1: Bypass FRP via Wi-Fi settings (for MIUI 12 and older)

This method works on most Xiaomi models with MIUI 12-14, including Redmi Note 10/11, Poco F3/F4, Xiaomi 11 Lite. The essence of the method is to exploit a vulnerability in the Wi-Fi connection interface to access system settings.

Step-by-step:

1. On the welcome screen, select the language, region and connect to Wi-Fi.
2. Click on the Wi-Fi password entry bar, then highlight any text and click Copy (a pop-up menu will appear).
3. In the menu, select Search (magnifying glass icon) and enter Settings.
4. Settings will open. Go to About Phone → MIUI version and tap 7 times to activate Developer Mode.
5. Return to the main settings menu, open Additional → For developers and enable debugging via USB.
6. Connect your phone to your computer, use ADB to remove FRP:

adb shell content insert --uri content://settings/secure --bind name:s:user_setup_complete --bind value:s:1


adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login/




adb shell am start -n com.google.android.gsf.login.LoginActivity

After you execute the commands, restart the device. The system will skip the Google account input screen.

Charge your phone at least 50 times%|Install drivers ADB PC-only|Download the Android platform SDK|Enable debugging on USB (if possible)|Prepare. USB-cable (original)

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⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g. Xiaomi 12 Pro) after activation of the developer mode, the system may require input PIN-code SIM-If. SIM-You don't have a card or you don't know PIN, Use a different method.

Method 2: Using Mi Account to Unblock

If the phone previously had a Mi Account tied, it can be used to bypass Google FRP. This method works on all Xiaomi models, but requires access to the Mi Account (email and password).

Instructions:

1. On the Google account entry screen, click Forgot your password? or another login method.
2. Select Sign in via Mi Account (also known as Xiaomi Account).
3. Enter the email and password from the Mi Account that was linked to the device.
4. If you do not remember the password, restore it through the official website account.xiaomi.com (you will need access to the email or phone number specified during registration).

After successful entry, the system will offer to create a new PIN-If the phone has been reset via Recovery, you may need to reset.

If Mi Account is not tied or you can’t regain access, try other ways from this article.

Redmi Note 10/11|Poco F3/F4/F5|Xiaomi 11/12/13|Redmi 9/10 series |Other model |Not known model

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Method 3: Reset via Fastboot (for unlocked bootloader)

If your Xiaomi has a Bootloader unlocked, you can reset FRP via Fastboot mode, a method that is suitable for devices with MIUI 11-14, but requires a computer and a fastboot utility.

What you need:

• 🖥️ A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB/Fastboot.
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (important for stable connection).
• 📱 Unlocked bootloader (if not, see the section on unlocking).

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone and press the Power button + Volume down to log into the Fastboot.
2. Connect the device to your PC and check the connection with the command: fastboot devices must display the serial number of the phone.
3. Run the command to reset FRP: fastboot erase frp
4. Reboot the device: fastboot reboot

After the reboot, the phone will start without asking for a Google account. If the fastboot erase frp command doesn't work, try:

fastboot erase config


fastboot erase userdata

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro) may require re-activation of the device via Mi Account after a Fastboot reset.

Method 4: Firmware via EDL (for power users)

EDL (Emergency Download Mode) allows you to flash the full firmware image, including the FRP partition. This method works even on locked devices, but requires:

• 🔧 Authorized Xiaomi account to unlock the bootloader (if it is blocked).
• 💻 Mi Flash Tool and official firmware for your model.
• 🔌 Cable. USB Type-C with data support (not all cables are suitable!).

Step-by-step:

1. Download the firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website (choose the Stable or Recovery version).
2. Install the Mi Flash Tool and unpack the firmware into a folder without Cyrillic characters.
3. Turn off the phone and put it into EDL mode: For most models: Press Volume Up + Volume Down + Power for 10-15 seconds. For Xiaomi 12/13 series: plug the phone off to the PC, then pinch Volume Up + Volume Down for 5 seconds.

Mi Flash Tool

Refresh

COM-port

Flash

Once firmware is in place, the phone will start as new, without being tied to a Google account, a method that also helps to restore bricks (dead devices) after failed updates.

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If the Mi Flash Tool is an Anti Rollback error, you are trying to flash an older firmware version than the one you installed earlier, in which case you need to download a newer firmware or use the XiaomiTool V2 tool to bypass the restriction.

Method 5: Alternative accounts and workaround services

If the standard methods do not work, alternative methods can be used:

1. Sign in via Samsung account (for some models)

On some Xiaomi firmware (for example, on Redmi 9 with custom builds), you can trick the system by selecting the login through Samsung Account.

1. On the Google account entry screen, click on the Other Login Method.
2. Choose a Samsung Account (if you have one).
3. Enter any email and password (e.g. test@test.com and 123456).
4. The system can skip the check and go to the phone setup.

Instructions:

1. Activate the developer mode (7 taps according to the MIUI version in the settings).
2. Enable USB Debugging and OEM Unlocking in the Developer Menu.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and execute: adb reboot bootloader
4. In Fastboot mode, execute: fastboot oem unlock On the phone, confirm unlock (it may be necessary to enter a password from Mi Account).
5. Wait until the process is completed (the phone will restart).

Once the bootloader is unlocked, methods from Method 3 (reset via Fastboot) can be used.

⚠️ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader erases all data from the device, including photos, contacts and apps.It can also lead to a loss of warranty if the phone is new.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

When circumventing FRP, users often face the following problems:

If you get an Anti Rollback error when you're running your firmware, it means you're trying to install an older version of MIUI than the one on the phone before.

1. Download a newer firmware from the official website.
2. Use the XiaomiTool V2 tool to bypass the restriction.
3. Contact the firmware service center through an authorized EDL.

FAQ: Frequent questions about FRP bypass on Xiaomi