How to crack the password on your Xiaomi phone: all ways to unlock in 2026

Forgotten password on Xiaomi is a situation faced by one in five smartphone users of the brand, according to service centers, 63% of requests for blocking devices are due to loss of access due to loss of access due to the loss of access. PIN-But don't rush to carry your phone for repair: 90% of the time, you can unlock it yourself without the help of specialists.

It is important to understand that the term “password hacking” in the context of Xiaomi implies legal methods of access restoration provided by the manufacturer. This does not mean bypassing security systems with exploits or malware - such actions violate the user agreement and can lead to irreversible data loss or blocking of the Mi Account. In this article, we will look at all available methods, from the simplest to technically complex, taking into account the features of MIUI 14/15 firmware and Redmi, POCO, Mi models.

1 Unlocking through Mi Account (official method)

The most reliable and recommended way is to use a tied Mi Account, which works on all Xiaomi devices released after 2018 and does not require special technical skills, the main condition is that the phone must be connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile network).

Algorithm of action:

• 🔄 On the lock screen 5 times in a row enter the wrong password - the message will appear "Forgot the password?"
• 📧 Click on the link and select the recovery option via Mi Account (email or phone number)
• 🔐 Enter the login/password from the account associated with the device
• 📱 Follow the instructions on the screen to create a new lock password

If you do not remember the data from Mi Account, restore it on the official website account.xiaomi.com. Please note: when you restore via SMS, the code will come to the number specified when you register your account. If the number has changed, use a backup email.

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Before you start unlocking, make sure that the phone has enough battery power (minimum 30%).

⚠️ Note: If the device was purchased from hand and the previous owner did not untie his Mi Account, this method will not work.

2. Password reset via Fastboot (for advanced users)

The Fastboot method is suitable for Xiaomi models with an unlocked bootloader. It is a technically complex method that requires installing ADB and Fastboot drivers on a computer, and the advantage of the method is to save user data when executed correctly.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off your phone and press the Power Button + Volume Down combination to log in to Fastboot
2. Connect the device to the PC through USB-cable
3. Open the Command Prompt (CMD) and type: fastboot oem unlock If the bootloader is locked, first unlock through the official Xiaomi tool.
4. To reset your password, use the command: fastboot erase frp or (for new models): fastboot erase userdata
5. Reboot the device with the command fastboot reboot

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⚠️ Attention: Misuse of Fastboot commands can lead to a device "brick" (complete failure).If you are not sure about your actions, contact the service center.

3.Use Recovery Mode to Reset Settings

Recovery Mode reset is a radical method that removes all data from the device, including photos, contacts, and installed apps. Use it only if other methods have not worked, and you do not have important information on the phone (or have a backup).

Instructions for Xiaomi:

• 🔄 Turn off the phone and press the power button. + Loudness up before the appearance of the Mi logo
• 🌐 From the Recovery menu, select the language (usually English or Chinese)
• 🗑️ Find Wipe Data (or the Chinese version) and confirm the action
• 🔄 After the process is complete, select Reboot to restart.

New models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13 may be different: Wipe Data → Wipe All Data → Confirm. Some firmware requires you to enter PIN-code from Mi Account even for resetting.

4 Unlocking through Find Device (Remote Control)

Find Device (similar to Google's Find Phone) allows you to remotely unlock Xiaomi if the device is synchronized with Mi Account and has access to the Internet. The method works even if the phone is turned off (the next time you connect to the network, a command will be executed).

How to unlock:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. In the Find Device section, select a locked phone.
3. Press Unlock Device (Unlock Device)
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email
5. Wait for synchronization (can take up to 5 minutes)

Limitations of the method:

• ❌ Does not work on devices with disabled synchronization
• ❌ Requires confirmation via the linked number/mail
• ❌ In some models (POCO M4, Redmi A1) default

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5. bypassing the pattern lock through ADB (without loss of data)

If your Xiaomi has a pattern lock installed (not a pattern lock) PIN-password or code, which can be deleted through ADB It's a firmware-free method. MIUI Up to version 13.0.3, new versions require root access.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging (if not enabled, this method won’t work)
2. Open the command line and type in: adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key rm /data/system/locksettings.db rm /data/system/locksettings.db-wal rm /data/system/locksettings.db-shm
3. Reboot the device with the reboot command

After the reboot, the pattern lock will be reset, but all data (photos, messages, applications) will remain in place. PIN-A code or text password does not work.

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The ADB method works only if USB debugging was enabled before the phone locks, and if the function is disabled, it is useless.

6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If all of these methods fail, the last option is to contact an authorized service center, which is the only legal way to unlock if:

• 🔒 Phone purchased from hands and tied to someone else's Mi Account
• 📱 The device has a hardware lock (for example, after a failed firmware)
• 🔧 Requires a replacement motherboard or memory chip

What will be required to unlock:

• 📄 Check or warranty card (proof of purchase)
• 🆔 Passport of the owner
• 📱 The device itself (preferably with a charge of at least 20%)

The cost of services in official Xiaomi services varies from 1000 before 3000 depending on the model and the reason for the lock — 1-3 On the website. mi.com/ru/service You can find the nearest service center.

⚠️ Warning: Avoid artisanal workshops that offer 5 minutes unlocking, often involving illegal methods (such as testpoint firmware) that can lead to loss of the service. IMEI or locking network modules.

7. Alternative methods (with caution)

On the Internet you can find offers to unlock Xiaomi through:

• 🔓 Special boxes (e.g. UFi Box, Octoplus)
• 📱 Firmware through EDL (emergency)
• 🔧 Soldering works (for discharge) EEPROM)

These methods have serious risks:

• ⚠️ Loss of guarantee
• ⚠️ Damage to hardware
• ⚠️ Locking of network modules (IMEI)
• ⚠️ Irreversible deletion of data

If you do decide on alternative methods, choose proven services with reviews and a guarantee for work. The average cost of such services is from 2000 to 5000 rubles.

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Any unofficial unlocking methods can lead to the activation of anti-Rollback protection on new Xiaomi devices, which will irreversibly block the ability to update the firmware.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi