Signing out of a Google account on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is a procedure that every user faces when selling a device, resetting settings or fixing synchronization errors. Despite its apparent simplicity, this process has nuances related to the features of the MIUI shell and the FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection system.
On Redmi phones (including the popular Redmi Note 12 Pro models)+, Redmi 10C, Redmi 9A And others, leaving Google is different than on pure Android. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways - from standard deletion through settings to bypassing. FRP After reset, we will focus on the problems that users have. MIUI 14 or more new versions.
If you plan to sell or transfer a phone, be sure to delete your Google account BEFORE the factory reset is the only way to avoid activating FRP protection, which will require the previous owner to enter the username/password, otherwise the new user will not be able to set up the device without your data.
1. Standard method: exit through account settings
The safest and most recommended method is to delete your account directly from the settings menu, which is suitable for all Redmi models on MIUI 12-14 and does not require additional tools. Importantly, before you start, check that the phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network), otherwise the system may block the deletion.
The instructions are relevant for the following devices:
- 📱 Redmi Note 12 Pro/Pro+/12S other models 2023–2026 year-end
- 📱 Redmi 11 Prime/11R/11T (including Indian versions)
- 📱 Redmi 10/10A/10C/10 Power. MIUI 13+)
- 📱 Redmi 9/9A/9C/9T (If updated to the last firmware)
To log out of your Google account:
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to Google Accounts (or Passwords and Security → Google Accounts on new MIUI versions).
- Choose your account (if there are several).
- Click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Delete Account.
- Confirm the action by entering the password or pattern lock of the phone.
⚠️ Note: If you delete your account after resetting (Settings) → The phone. → Reset settings, the phone will require you to enter the last Google account associated with the first setting. FRP, And you can't get around it without a password.
Make a backup of contacts and photos
Make sure you remember the password from your Google account.
Turn off two-factor authentication (if enabled)
Check that your phone is at least 50% charged.
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2. Delete the account through the menu "Users and accounts"
On some MIUI firmware (especially older or custom ones), the standard path to Google accounts may be different, an alternative is through the Users and Accounts section, which is available on all versions of the shell, which is suitable if you do not see the Google Accounts item in the main settings menu.
Step-by-step:
- Go to Settings. → Users and accounts.
- Select the Accounts tab (not to be confused with Users!).
- Search the Google list and tap it.
- Select your account (e.g. yourname@gmail.com).
- Click Delete your account and confirm the action.
If the Delete Account button is inactive (in gray), this means that:
- 🔒 The phone has administrative lock enabled (for example, through applications to control the device).
- 🔒 The account is the owner of the device (on some firmware it can not be deleted without resetting).
- 🔒 The phone is linked to corporate policy (if issued by the employer).
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If you are selling a phone, delete your Mi Account (Xiaomi) after you delete your Google account. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Sign out.
3. How to log out of Google account after reset (bypass FRP)
If you have already done a Wipe Data reset and your phone requires you to enter your previous Google account, FRP (Factory Reset Protection) protection has worked. It is legally impossible to bypass it on Xiaomi Redmi phones without a password, but there are several official ways to solve the problem.
Options for action:
| Method | Conditions | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Data entry of the previous owner | You know the login/password from the account | Enter your email and password on the FRP lock screen |
| Relationship to the previous owner | Phone bought with hands | Ask the seller to temporarily enter your details and delete your account |
| Official Xiaomi Unlocker | There is a purchase check or guarantee | Contact the service center with documents |
| Reset via Mi Unlock Tool | You have a Mi Account linked to your phone. | Use the PC and official utility Mi Unlock |
⚠️ Warning: Do not use "gray" methods of bypassing FRP (for example, through ADB or third-party programs, starting with MIUI 13, Xiaomi tightened protections, and such actions could result in a full lockdown IMEI or the impossibility of updating the firmware.
What to do if the seller does not respond?
4. Delete Google account via Recovery Mode (for advanced)
This method is suitable for experienced users who understand the risks of working with Recovery. It allows you to delete a Google account without a complete reset, but requires a custom recovery (such as TWRP) or access to ADB. On stock firmware Xiaomi Redmi this method will not work due to manufacturer restrictions.
If you have TWRP installed on your phone, follow the following steps:
- Turn off the phone and press Volume Up + Power to enter Recovery.
- Select Advanced → File Manager.
- Go to /data/system/ and delete the files: accounts.db accounts.db-wal accounts.db-shm
- Reboot your phone. Your Google account will be deleted, but some apps may not work properly.
⚠️ Warning: Deleting system files manually can cause data loss or a cyclical phone reboot.This method is only recommended if you are ready to flash the device in the event of a crash.
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Use Recovery Mode only if you have backup data and experience with custom firmware. On phones with a locked bootloader, this won't work.
5. Features of logging out on new models (Redmi Note 12, 13 series)
Xiaomi Redmi 2023-2026 smartphones (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, Redmi 13C) run on MIUI 14 or more, where the account management process has changed.
- 🔐 Two-step authentication: When you delete your Google account, the system can request confirmation via Google. SMS backup email.
- 📱 Mi Account integration: Some models need to log out of Xiaomi account first, otherwise Google’s delete button will be inactive.
Algorithm for new devices:
- Open Settings → Xiaomi Account and click Out.
- Go back to Settings → Users and accounts → Google.
- Select an account and click Delete.
- Confirm the action through a fingerprint or PIN-phone.
Redmi Note 12 and later also includes the Remove all accounts in the reset menu:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Select Delete all accounts (the option will appear after clicking on three dots in the corner).
- Confirm the deletion – it will delete both Google and Mi Account at the same time.
6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
When trying to log out of a Google account on Xiaomi Redmi, users often face typical problems, and consider the most common ones and ways to solve them:
Error 1: The Delete Account button is inactive.
- 🔹 Check that the phone is connected to the Internet (without a network, Google blocks deletion).
- 🔹 Make sure you are not logged into guest mode (go to your main profile).
- 🔹 Disable device management in security settings (Settings) → Passwords and security → Device administrators).
Error 2: After deleting your account, the phone asks for a password when setting up.
- 🔹 It worked. FRP — You deleted your account after the reset, not before.
- 🔹 The only solution is to enter the details of the last Google account tied.
Error 3: Unable to log in to your account after deleting (authentication error).
- 🔹 Clear the cache and application data Google Play Services (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Google Play Services → Warehouse).
- 🔹 Restart your phone and try to log in again.
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If you resell your phones frequently, create a separate Google account specifically for that purpose, so you can easily delete it without the risk of blocking your main profile.