How to properly log out of Mi Account on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

Linking a device to a Mi Account is standard practice in the Xiaomi ecosystem, but sometimes users need to log out when selling a phone, changing owners, or fixing synchronization errors. However, the procedure is not always obvious, especially if the device is locked and the login data is lost. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to exit Mi Account — from the basic method through settings to bypassing locks on locked devices.

Many people have a problem where they require you to enter a password even to log out of an account, or the exit button is simply inactive, because of Xiaomi's security policy, which links the device to an account to protect against theft, but there are legitimate workarounds, which is to know the nuances, and then you'll find step-by-step instructions for different scenarios, including when the phone doesn't respond to standard actions.

To avoid errors, make sure you have access to the email or phone number associated with your Mi Account before starting the procedure. If you are selling a device, we recommend that you also delete all personal data via Settings → Additional → Reset and Recovery. This will prevent the information from leaking to the new owner.

Note: Some methods (e.g., Fastboot reset) require unlocking the bootloader. On new Xiaomi models (released after 2022), this can result in a device locking for 72 hours - keep this in mind when planning time.

1. Standard exit from Mi Account through settings

The easiest way is to use the built-in options, which is suitable if you remember the password from the account and the phone is not locked.

Open the Settings menu (the gear icon on the home screen) and go to Accounts and Sync. Here you will see a list of all associated accounts, including Mi Account, tap it and the profile page will open.

In the upper right corner, click on the three dots (menu) and select "Get Out"; the system will request confirmation of action and may ask for a password for security; once the device is successfully logged out, the device will break off communication with the account, but the data on the phone will remain intact.

• ✅ Suitable for all Xiaomi, Redmi models, POCO
• ⏳ It takes no more than 1 minute.
• 🔒 Requires password knowledge from Mi Account
• 📱 Does not reset the phone settings

If the exit button is inactive or absent, this may mean that the device is tied to the account at the firmware level (for example, after resetting via Recovery).

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2. log out via the Mi Account web interface (if the phone is lost or locked)

If you don’t have physical access to the device but remember the login details, you can remove the anchor via Xiaomi’s official website, a method that is useful when the phone is lost, stolen or locked after failed password attempts.

Go to account management page at account.xiaomi.com and log in. Under Devices (or Find Device), you'll see a list of all the gadgets you're tied to, find the phone you want, and click Delete Device (or Remove).

Important: After this operation, the phone will automatically log out of your account when you next connect to the Internet, but if the device was blocked through Find Device, unlocking may require additional actions (see section 5).

If you do not remember the password from your Mi Account, first restore it through the option Forgot the password? on the site. This will require access to the backup email or phone number specified during registration.

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3. exit from Mi Account after resetting settings (Hard Reset)

If you reset your phone via Recovery or Fastboot, but the device still requires Mi Account data, this means that FRP (Factory Reset Protection) activation is still active, a lock that appears on all modern Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI 12 and higher.

To unlock your phone in this case, you will need:

1. Login and password from Mi Account, which was tied to the device before reset.
2. Internet access (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
3. Confirmation via SMS or email if two-factor authentication is enabled.

On the lock screen after reset, select Add Account and enter data from the Mi Account that was previously linked. If you do not remember the password, use the restore function on the Xiaomi site. Importantly, the number of attempts to enter is limited - after 5 failed attempts, the device will be locked for 24 hours.

⚠️ Note: If the phone was purchased from hand and the previous owner did not log out of the account, contact him to unblock the device. Otherwise, you can unlock the device only through the official Xiaomi service with proof of ownership.

On some models (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro or Xiaomi) 12T) After successful authorization, additional confirmation may be required through SMS. If SIM-The card associated with the account is not available, use a backup email.

4. bypassing the blocking of Mi Account via Fastboot (for advanced users)

This method is suitable if you don't remember the login data, but you have access to Fastboot mode. It requires command line skills and unlocked bootloader. Attention: incorrect actions can lead to data loss or phone failure.

First, install the Mi Flash Tool and ADB/Fastboot drivers on your computer.

1. Turn off your phone and press the Volume Down + Power buttons to log into the Fastboot.
2. Connect the device to the PC via USB.
3. Open the command line and type in: fastboot oem clean_frp This team will reset the binding to the Mi Account.
4. Reboot your phone with the command: fastboot reboot

After the reboot, the device will not require the Mi Account data entry, but this method does not work on all models, for example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi K60, you may need to additionally unlock the bootloader through the official Mi Unlock Tool app.

• 🛠️ Requires an unlocked bootloader
• 💻 You need skills to work with ADB/Fastboot
• ⚠️ Risk of data loss or device lock
• 🔧 Does not work on models with HyperOS (2026)

⚠️ Attention: Starting with MIUI 14 and HyperOS, the fastboot oem team clean_frp It might not work because of the increased protection, and then you'll need to get a firmware through the EDL, What requires an authorized Xiaomi developer account.

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Before using Fastboot, check if the bootloader is unlocked. In Fastboot mode, type in the command fastboot oem device-info. If there is a line Device unlocked: true in the answer, you can continue.

5. Unlock through Xiaomi Service Center (official method)

If all previous methods fail, you can contact an authorized service center, which is the only legal way to unlock your phone if you don't remember your Mi Account details and can't contact the previous owner.

To contact the service, prepare the following documents:

• 📄 Check or contract of sale (proof of ownership)
• 🆔 Passport or other identification document
• 📱 The device itself (even in a locked state)
• 📧 Email or phone linked to your account (if any)

The service center will check the documents and reset the binding to the Mi Account through internal Xiaomi tools.The processing time of the request usually takes from 1 to 3 working days. the cost of the service varies depending on the region and the phone model (from 500 to 2000 rubles).

Note that if a phone is stolen or bought by hand without documents, the service center will not be able to help, in which case the device remains locked permanently, a measure of protection against theft introduced by Xiaomi in 2021.

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Officially unlocking through the service center is the only safe way if you don’t remember your account details and can’t use Fastboot or EDL.

6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Many users face typical problems when trying to log out of a Mi Account, and consider the most common errors and ways to solve them:

Error 1: “It is impossible to log out of your account – the button is inactive.”

⚠️ Attention: This means that the device is tied to the account at the firmware level. Try resetting through Recovery (click Volume Up). + Power when the phone is turned off) and try again to enter data.

Error 2: “Too many attempts to enter a password.”

Solution: Wait 24 hours or reset your password via account.xiaomi.com.If your phone is locked through Find Device, remote unlock from another device may be required.

Error 3: "The device is not found on account.xiaomi.com."

This happens if your phone is not connected to the Internet or your account has been deleted, check your Wi-Fi/mobile data connection and restart your device.

Mistake. 4: "Team fastboot oem clean_frp doesn't work".

Newer models (Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12) require pre-unlocking the bootloader via the Mi Unlock Tool. Also make sure you use the latest version of the Fastboot.

• 🔄 Always back up before resetting your settings.
• 🔐 Do not use unofficial firmware to bypass the lock – this can lead to loss of IMEI
• 📡 Before leaving your account, disable Find Device to avoid remote blocking.
• 📅 On models 2023-2026 (with HyperOS) bypass FRP Complicated – Use official methods

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions