Restore Google account on Xiaomi phones: 5 proven ways

Losing access to a Google account on a Xiaomi smartphone is a problem that thousands of users face every day, which can occur after resetting, buying a used device or trivial forgetfulness. Without a tied account, you lose access to the Play Market, synchronization of contacts, backups and many features of MIUI. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of recovery, from standard procedures through Google to specific methods for Xiaomi devices, including bypassing FRP (Factory Reset Protection).

It’s important to understand that the recovery process depends on several factors: whether two-factor authentication was enabled, whether you remember a backup email or phone number, as well as the MIUI version and smartphone model. For example, on the Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14, the algorithm may differ from the Poco X3 Pro on MIUI 13. We took these nuances into account and prepared universal solutions that work on most Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco devices from 2020-2026.

If you bought your phone by hand and the previous owner didn't untie your account, you'll need additional steps, which we've also described in a separate section, and for those who are afraid of losing access again, we've prepared a checklist of preventive measures, starting with the simplest one: recovery through official Google tools.

1. Standard Recovery through Google

This is a basic method that works if you have access to a backup email or phone number linked to your account, and it works for most situations where you just forgot your password or logins.

1. Go to the recovery page: open your browser on any device and enter accounts.google.com/signin/recovery. If you are using a Xiaomi phone that has your account locked on, take another gadget or computer.
2. Specify email: enter the Google account address you want to restore. If you don't remember it exactly, try different domain options (@gmail.com, @googlemail.com).
3. Verify your identity: the system will suggest sending the code to a backup email or phone. Choose the option available. If you don't have access to any of them, click "Other Way".
4. Password reset: Once confirmed, you will be asked to create a new password, come up with a reliable option (we recommend using a password manager) and save it in a safe place.

If you get an error at this point, “This account is managed by an organization,” your email is linked to a work or school account, in which case contact the administrator of the organization (for example, in the case of a school or a school account). IT-For personal accounts, this method works in 90% of cases.

What to do if you don’t have access to a backup email/phone? In this case, move to the next section where we’ll look at alternative ways, including recovering through Mi Account and bypassing FRP.

2. Recovery via Mi Account (if tied to Xiaomi)

Xiaomi devices have their own Mi Account ecosystem, which can sometimes help restore access to Google.

• 📱 You were previously logged in to Mi Account on this phone.
• 🔗 Google account linked to Mi Account via sync settings.
• 🔄 You have access to an email or phone linked to your Mi Account.

Instructions:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com and log in to your Mi Account.
2. In the "Devices Locked" section, click on it.
3. Select the option “Unlock your device” (if available) or “Delete your Google account”.
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email. After that, restart the phone - the system may suggest re-entering Google.

Importantly, this method does not work on all models: on new devices (for example, Xiaomi 13T or Redmi Note 12 Pro+), the remote unlock function may be disabled due to Google's security policy.

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FRP (Factory Reset Protection) bypasses Xiaomi

FRP (Factory Reset Protection is a setting reset protection that is activated after a hard reset if a Google account was linked to the device. If you bought a used phone or forgot the data after a reset, you will need to bypass this lock. MIUI model:

Consider the most universal method, via TalkBack (works on most devices with MIUI 12-14):

1. On the FRP lock screen, click on the email input field, then hold your finger in the center of the screen until the TalkBack voice menu appears.
2. Swipe your finger across the screen to the left to open TalkBack settings, then tap the Help item twice.
3. In the browser that opens, enter bit.ly/frpbypass2026 (or any other relevant service for bypassing).
4. Download and install. APK-circumvention FRP (for example, FRP_Bypass.apk).
5. After installation, follow the application's instructions to reset the lock.

⚠️ Attention: Use of third-party APK-circumvention FRP This method is only recommended to restore access to your own device.For hands-on phones, try contacting the previous owner first.

4. Recovery via phone settings (if there is access to the system)

If you haven’t reset your settings but just logged out of your Google account and can’t log back in, try resetting your access directly through your MIUI settings.

• 🔓 You have access to the main screen of the phone.
• 📶 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔄 You remember the password from the lock screen.

Step-by-step:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Click “Add Account” and select “Google”.
3. Type in your email. If you don't remember it, click "Forgot your email?" and follow the system's prompts.
4. At the stage of entering the password, select “Forgot the password?” – you will be redirected to the recovery page.
5. Use a backup email or phone to confirm (as in the first method).

If you see an error at this stage, "Device is not certified," it means that the phone has an unofficial firmware installed or the bootloader is unlocked.

1. Go to Settings. → About the phone and several times click on the "Version" MIUI», activate the developer mode.
2. Return to the main settings, open “Advanced → For Developers” and turn on “OEM unlock.”
3. Reboot your phone and try to add an account again.

5. PC Recovery (Methods for Advanced Users)

If the standard methods didn't work, you can try to restore access using a computer, which requires the installation of special utilities and is suitable for users with experience with ADB or Fastboot.

Method 1: Using the Mi Flash Tool (to unlock)

This method is suitable if you have forgotten the data from Mi Account and Google, but are ready for a complete reset of the device.

1. Download and install the Mi Flash Tool from Xiaomi’s official website.
2. Download the firmware for your model (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Global Fastboot ROM).
3. Turn off the phone and press Volume Down + Power to go to Fastboot mode.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and launch the Mi Flash Tool. Select the downloaded firmware and press Flash.
5. After flashing the phone will boot as new – you will need to go through the initial setup and add a Google account again.

Method 2: Using ADB to delete your account

This method works if you have access to the system, but you can't delete your Google account by standard means.

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB phone-on.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and open the command line (Windows) or terminal (Mac/Linux).


2. Enter a command to check the connection:




adb devices




(Your device should be displayed)




3. delete your Google account using the command:




adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms




4.Reset the phone:




adb reboot




5. After rebooting, add the account again through the settings.

⚠️ Note: Removing system applications through ADB This method is recommended only for advanced users. If after completing the commands, the phone stopped working correctly, reset the settings.

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Before using ADB, back up important data via the Mi PC Suite or manually copy files to your computer, which will help you avoid losing photos, contacts and other data.

6 What not to do when restoring a Google account

When trying to re-access your account, many users make mistakes that can make things worse, and this is something that is strongly discouraged:

• 🔄 Resetting multiple times – this can result in the device being permanently locked through FRP.
• 💳 Buying bypass accounts – scammers often sell temporary solutions that stop working after a few days.
• 📥 Install firmware from third-party developers - this can disrupt the Widevine module, which will stop working Netflix, Disney+ and banking applications.
• 🔧 Independent disassembly of the phone – on new Xiaomi models (for example, Xiaomi 13) this will lead to loss of tightness and cancellation of warranty.

If you have purchased the phone with your hands and cannot contact the previous owner, the only legal way is to contact the Xiaomi service center with documents confirming the purchase.

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If the phone requires the previous owner’s account after a reset, never enter your details – this will link the device to your Google account and you won’t be able to sell it or transfer it to another user without any problems.

7.Prevention: How to avoid losing access to your Google account on Xiaomi

To avoid problems in the future, follow these guidelines:

• 📌 Link backup email and phone – this will make it easier to recover if you forget your password.
• 🔐 Use a password manager (such as Bitwarden or 1Password) storage.
• 📱 Regularly sync your data through Mi Cloud – this will help you recover contacts and files even after a reset.
• 🔄 Before selling your phone, be sure to delete all accounts (Google, Mi Account, Samsung Account, if any) and reset your settings.
• 📝 Save it. IMEI phone – it may be needed to prove ownership of the device in the service center.

We also recommend that you enable two-factor authentication in Google settings.

1. Go to myaccount.google.com/security.
2. In the Google Account Login section, select Two-Stage Authentication.
3. Add a phone number or an authenticator app (e.g. Google Authenticator).

These measures will significantly reduce the risk of loss of access and make it easier to recover if needed.

FAQ: Frequent questions about restoring a Google account on Xiaomi