How to Sign Out of Google Account on Xiaomi: All Ways (including a Locked Phone)

Signing out of Google on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones can be necessary in a variety of situations, from selling the device to solving sync problems. However, the standard way through settings does not always work – especially if the phone is locked and the Google account (or Mi Account) is tied to the device. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to log out of Google account on Xiaomi in 2026, including bypassing lock after resetting.

It's important to understand that simply deleting an account through a menu doesn't always completely clear the data. For example, if you're selling a phone, the new owner might face FRP protection -- this is Google's lock that requires you to enter your login and password after you reset. We'll show you how to log out correctly to avoid such problems.

1. Standard exit from Google account through settings

The easiest way is to use the MIUI settings menu, which is suitable if:

  • πŸ“± The phone is unlocked and working normally.
  • πŸ”“ Remember the password from your Google account
  • πŸ“Ά Device connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network)

Instructions:

  1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
  2. Scroll down and select Google β†’ Manage your Google account.
  3. In the upper right corner, click on the profile icon (or your avatar).
  4. Select Account Management on this device.
  5. Slip on the desired account, then click Delete account.
  6. Confirm the action by entering a password or pattern lock to the phone.

After that, the account will be deleted from the device, but the data in the Google cloud (photos, contacts, email) will remain intact. If you want to completely erase the information, go to myaccount.google.com from your computer.

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2.How to log out of Google account if your phone is blocked

If you have forgotten the pattern lock or PIN-code, but remember the data from Google account, you can reset the screen lock using Find My Device. This method works on most Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Mi 11.

Step-by-step:

  1. From your computer or other phone, go to Google Find My Device.
  2. Log in to the same Google account that is linked to a blocked Xiaomi.
  3. In the list of devices, select your smartphone.
  4. Click Lock the device (yes, even if it is already locked).
  5. Enter a new password (e.g. 123456) and confirm.
  6. On a locked phone, enter this temporary password.
  7. You can now go to the settings and delete your Google account in the standard way (see Section 1).
What if Find My Device can’t see the device?
If your Xiaomi doesn’t appear in the device list on Find My Device, check: 1. Internet connection – phone must be online (Wi-Fi or mobile network). 2. Permissions – Settings must be enabled in the phone’s settings. β†’ Google β†’ Security β†’ Find the device. 3. Last activity - if the phone has not been used for a long time, it may not show. Try turning it on and wait 5-10 minutes. If nothing helps, go to the method with hard reset (see section 4), but be ready for it. FRP-lock-out.

⚠️ Note: If you delete your Google account through Find My Device, it will not remove the Mi Account (Xiaomi account) binding.

3. Delete Google account after resetting (bypassing FRP)

If you have already done a hard reset (reset via Recovery), but when you turn on the phone, a request for data entry from Google account appears – this is the first step. FRP-It appears on all smartphones with Android 5.1 and newer, including all modern Xiaomi.

To get around it, you'll need:

  • πŸ”Œ USB-cable and computer with installed drivers ADB
  • πŸ“₯ Downloaded archive with utilities (for example, Mi) FRP Tool)
  • πŸ”§ On-line mode OTG (if you use a flash drive)

The most reliable way is to use ADB-team:

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

If you are not familiar with ADB, you can try bypassing FRP through an emergency call:

  1. On the lock screen, press Emergency Call.
  2. Dial ##4636## (test menu).
  3. Select Phone Information β†’ Menu (three dots) β†’ Debug.
  4. Return to the lock screen, click on the password field and select Special Options β†’ TalkBack.
  5. Hold your finger until the TalkBack Settings menu appears.
  6. Turn off TalkBack, then go back and try adding a new Google account.

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If FRP-The lock is not removed, try using Poco. FRP Tool is a specialized utility for devices Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO. You can download it on forums. 4PDA or XDA Developers.

4. Complete reset of the phone (Hard Reset) without password

If other methods fail, it will be hard reset via Recovery Mode, which will delete all data, including apps, photos and settings, but will remove the lock on the screen.

Instructions for Xiaomi:

  1. Turn off the phone.
  2. Press the Volume Up + Power buttons at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the MI logo appears.
  3. In the Recovery menu, select a language (e.g. English).
  4. Go to Wipe Data β†’ Wipe All Data.
  5. Confirm the action by entering yes.
  6. After reset, select Reboot β†’ Reboot to System.
Xiaomi modelCombination of buttons for RecoveryDoes FRP support it?
Redmi Note 10/11/12Volume up + NutritionYes.
POCO X3/X4/X5Volume up + NutritionYes.
Mi 11/12/13Volume up + NutritionYes.
Redmi 9/9A/9CVolume up + NutritionYes (on Android 10+)
Xiaomi Mi A1/A2 (Android One)Loudness down + NutritionYes.

⚠️ After Hard Reset on Android 8.0 and later will turn on FRP-To get around it, you need to enter data from the last Google account you have linked, and if you don't remember it, use the methods in Section 3.

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5 How to delete Google account with Xiaomi via Mi Account

If your Xiaomi account is tied to Mi Account, you also need to untie it before selling it. Unlike Google, Mi Account can lock your phone even after a reset if you don't exit correctly.

Instructions:

  1. Open Settings β†’ Xiaomi account.
  2. Click on the profile icon at the top.
  3. Select Exit (or Delete Account).
  4. Enter the password from Mi Account and confirm.
  5. If required, enter a confirmation code sent to the linked phone number or email.

If you have forgotten your Mi Account password, restore it to account.xiaomi.com. You will need access to the email or phone associated with the account.

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Deleting Mi Account doesn't delete Google's account -- they're two different lock systems. To completely clear your phone, you need to unplug both accounts.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When you log out of your Google account on Xiaomi, users often face the following common problems:

  • πŸ”„ "Account is not deleted" - check the Internet connection. without the network Google will not allow to delete the profile.
  • πŸ”’ "After the reset, asks for an old account - this is FRP. Use the methods in Section 3.
  • ⚠️ "No Confirmation Code – Check the Spam folder in your mail or try requesting the code through SMS.
  • πŸ“΅ "Phone not visible in Find My Device – Enable geolocation and check if Settings is active β†’ Google β†’ Security β†’ Find the device.

Another common mistake is to delete your account without backing up, and before you leave Google, you must:

  • πŸ“ Download photos from Google Photos.
  • πŸ“ž Export contacts to.vcf file.
  • πŸ“Š Save data from Google Drive and Documents.

7. Alternative methods (for experienced users)

If standard methods don't work, you can try more complex solutions, which require technical skills and can lead to data loss or firmware corruption.

Method 1: Removal via ADB (no reset)

If you have access to USB-Debugging, you can delete your Google account through commands:

adb shell pm list packages | grep 'google'


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




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

⚠️ Warning: This will remove all Google services, including Play Market, and the phone may not be stable!

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If FRP-The lock is not removed, you can reflash the phone via Fastboot using the Mi Flash Tool:

  1. Download the official firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website.
  2. Install the Mi Flash Tool on your PC.
  3. Transfer the phone to Fastboot mode (clamp Volume down + Power).
  4. Connect to your computer and run a clean version of MIUI.

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Check the bootloader version before you run it. It is locked on new Xiaomi models, and you will need official permission from Xiaomi (via the Mi Unlock Tool) to unlock it.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Can I log out of a Google account on Xiaomi without a password?
Yes, but only if the phone is unlocked. Use Find My Device (section 2) or Hard Reset (section 4). If the phone is locked and you don't remember the password from Google, you'll need to bypass FRP (section 3).
What happens if you delete your Google account before selling your phone?
If you don’t do Hard Reset, the new owner will be able to recover your data through some apps, and your account will be left on the phone, which can lead to sync problems for the new user.
How do I know if a Google account is linked to Xiaomi?
Go to Settings β†’ Accounts. If you have Google on the list, you have your account tied. You can also check Settings β†’ Google β†’ Managing your Google account.
Can you get around FRP on Xiaomi without a computer?
Yes, on some models, this is possible through emergency call or TalkBack (see section 3).However, on newer devices (such as the Redmi Note 12 with Android 13), these methods are often blocked, and you have to use ADB or firmware.
What if Xiaomi asks for a Mi Account instead of Google?
This means that the phone has Mi Account lock enabled, and to remove it, you need to enter data from your Xiaomi account, and if you forget it, restore the password on account.xiaomi.com.