Exiting Mi Account on Xiaomi devices is a procedure that users face when selling a gadget, resetting your settings or transferring your phone to another person. Despite its apparent simplicity, improper actions can lead to locking your device through FRP (Factory Reset Protection), especially if you forget the login details. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to log out on Xiaomi smartphones, tablets and smartwatches, including solutions for cases when your password is lost or your device is blocked.
It is important to understand that the procedure differs depending on the version of MIUI (12 to 14), the device model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 vs POCO X5) and even the firmware region (global, Chinese or European).We have collected universal methods that work on most devices in 2020-2026, and also warned about typical errors that cause users to lose access to the phone.
1. Standard exit from Mi Account via settings
The easiest way is to use the regular MIUI menu, which is suitable if you remember the password from the account and the device is not blocked. The instructions are relevant for MIUI 12-14 on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones.
Open Settings → Xiaomi Account. At the top of the screen, you'll see your profile with your avatar and email address. Click on the arrow (→) next to your account name, then scroll down and select Out. The system will request a password confirmation - enter it and click Confirm. The device automatically syncs the data and breaks the connection with the account.
- 📱 For smartphones: the way of settings → Passwords and security → Xiaomi account (on some firmware).
- 🖥️ For tablets: the menu is identical, but additional confirmation may be required via SMS.
- ⚙️ For MIUI 14: Two-tier output added – first from the profile, then from Xiaomi Cloud services.
⚠️ Warning: If you plan to reset your device to factory settings after you log out, do so immediately.Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra) block re-entry to the same account within 72 hours of being logged out.
Check that you remember the password from the account
Turn off contact and note synchronization manually
Make sure your device is connected to Wi-Fi (for final sync)
Make a backup copy of the data (photos, messages, applications)
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2. exit from Mi Account before selling the device
When transferring a phone to another owner, it is not enough to simply log out of your account – you need to completely remove the device’s binding to the Xiaomi profile, otherwise the new user may face a request to enter a login / password after reset.
Follow the algorithm:
- Sign out of your account through Settings (as described in the previous section).
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Choose Delete all data and confirm the action.
- After the reboot, the device will be clean, without being tied to the Mi Account.
| Action. | Effects of consequences | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Just logging out. | The device remains tied to the profile | ❌ Not suitable for sale |
| Exit + Reset settings | Account binding removed | ✅ The best option |
| Resetting without exit | FRP-blocking is activated | ❌ Requires data entry of the previous owner |
If you sell a device through Avito or Yula, indicate in the description that the phone is fully unlocked and not tied to the Mi Account, which will increase customer confidence and eliminate claims.
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3. How to exit Mi Account if you forget your password
This is complicated if you don't remember the login details, which will require you to restore access through official Xiaomi channels, and it can take anywhere from a few hours to 7 days, depending on how you restore it.
Official means:
- 📧 Recovery via email: click Forgot password? on the login screen, enter the linked mail and follow the instructions in the letter.
- 📞 SMS code: If your account is linked to a phone number, ask for a confirmation code.
- 🛡️ By backup email: if primary mail is not available, use a backup address (indicated when registering).
⚠️ Note: If an account was registered through Facebook or Google, access can only be restored through these services.
Unofficial methods (at your own risk):
- 🔧 Using the Mi Account Unlock Tool (requires unlocked bootloader and technical skills).
- 📱 Fastboot bypass (not working on all models, can lead to brick).
What to do if password recovery does not work?
4.Exit from Mi Account on a locked device
If the phone is locked after resetting (activated) FRP-locking, standard exit through settings is not possible, in this case, you will need to bypass the protection. MIUI.
For MIUI 12–14 devices (2021–2026), the following methods are suitable:
- 🔄 Bypassing Recovery Mode: Press Volume Up + Power, select Wipe Data, then Reboot. On some models (Redmi Note 11), this works.
- 🖥️ PC usage: connect your phone to your computer, install the Mi Flash Tool, and run the cleanup device (Clean All).
- 📲 Special annexes: for POCO And Redmi, there are utilities like this. FRP Bypass APK, But they require unlocking the bootloader.
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If the device is blocked after purchase from hands, ask the seller for data from Mi Account. If he refuses - this is a reason to return money or write a statement to the police (Article 159.6 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation - fraud in the field of computer information).
| Model of the device | MIUI version | A working method of circumventing FRP |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 12T | 13–14 | Firmware through Fastboot |
| Redmi Note 10 Pro | 12.5–13 | APK-crawler + OTG-cable |
| POCO X4 Pro | 13 | Recovery mode (Wipe Data) |
5 Features of exiting Mi Account on smart watches and tablets
On Xiaomi devices without full MIUI (such as Mi Band, Mi Watch or Pad 6 tablets), the process of leaving your account is nuanced.
For smartwatches (Mi Watch, Redmi Watch 3):
For tablets (Xiaomi Pad 5/6):
- 🔒 The output is done in the same way as on smartphones, but two-factor authentication (code from the phone) may be required. SMS + password).
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On Xiaomi smartwatches, you can only log out through a mobile app. The watch itself does not have an interface to untie the profile.
6. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
Even experienced users make mistakes when working with Mi Account, which leads to locking the device, and let's look at the most common cases and ways to prevent them.
- 🚫 Resetting settings without leaving the account: FRP-Always leave your profile first!
- 🔄 Use of informal firmware: on custom ROM (LineageOS may break synchronization with Xiaomi Cloud.
- 📵 No Internet at the exit: without a connection to the network, the device will not be able to complete the disconnection with the account.
- 🔒 Delete your account instead of leaving: if you delete your profile via account.xiaomi.com, all data (photos, notes) will be lost irretrievably.
If you encounter an error called “I couldn’t log out of your account,” try the following:
- Reset the device.
- Check your internet connection (better use Wi-Fi).
- Update MIUI to the latest version via Settings → System Update.
- If the error persists, contact Xiaomi with error logs (you can get them through Settings → About Phone → Error Report).
7. Alternative ways to manage your Xiaomi account
Beyond the standard output, there are additional tools for working with Mi Account, which are useful if you manage multiple devices or want to automate processes.
Web interface Xiaomi Cloud:
Mi Cloud app for PC:
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If you resell Xiaomi devices frequently, create a separate Mi Account for this purpose, which will make it easier to manage your connected gadgets and reduce the risk of blocking your main profile.