How to log into Xiaomi without a Google account: all ways in 2026

Modern smartphones Xiaomi on the basis MIUI Or HyperOS requires authorization when you first turn on or after you reset. Most often, the system offers to log in through Google account, but what if you do not have one, you forgot data or bought a used device with a linked profile? This situation is familiar to many users, especially after buying a phone with hands or trying to get around it. FRP-Protection of the Factory Reset Protection).

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to sign in to Xiaomi without a Google account in 2026, including official methods from the manufacturer and workarounds for different versions of the firmware. It’s important to understand that some solutions may require additional actions – from creating an alternative account to exploiting technical loopholes in the system. We’ll also warn about the risks and limitations of each method so that you can choose the best option for your model – be it Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 or Xiaomi 14.

Why does Xiaomi require a Google account when logging in?

The requirement to log in via Google or Mi Account is part of the Android security system that Xiaomi has integrated into its shell.

• 🔒 FRP-Factory Reset Protection: Google’s mechanism to lock a device after resetting if it was linked to an account, which protects against theft and unauthorized use.
• 📦 Data Sync: Contacts, photos, settings and apps are automatically restored when you log in to your account.
• 🛡️ Security MIUI: Xiaomi adds its layer of protection through Mi Account, which can duplicate Google features.
• 📱 Service activation: Find My Device, Google Play, cloud backups are not working without an account.

On new devices (such as Xiaomi 13T or Redmi A2+), this stage is more difficult to get around, the manufacturer tightens security requirements, but on older models (until 2021 release) or firmware below MIUI 13, loopholes remain.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone was stolen or bought from hands without a detachment from the previous owner, bypass FRP This could be considered a violation of the law, so make sure that the device is not blacklisted. IMEI.

Method 1: Use Mi Accounts instead of Google

The most legal and secure method is through Xiaomi account (Mi Account), which works on all devices, including new models on HyperOS, and does not require bypassing security.

Instructions:

1. On the welcome screen, select the language and region.
2. When the system prompts you to log in via Google, click on the Other Login Method or Sign in via Mi Account (the inscription may vary depending on the version of MIUI).
3. Click Create an account and follow the instructions, specify a valid email (not necessarily Gmail) and come up with a password.
4. Confirm registration by email or SMS.
5. Once you've logged in, the device will suggest you set up the basic settings, and you can skip that step by clicking "Pass" or "Configure" later.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ It works on all versions. MIUI/HyperOS.
• ✅ Does not violate the guarantee conditions.
• ✅ All Xiaomi features, including Mi Cloud and Find Device.

⚠️ Note: If you are buying a used phone, ask the previous owner to unplug Mi Account via account.xiaomi.com. Otherwise, some features (such as unlocking the bootloader) will not be available.

Method 2: Bypass FRP via Wi-Fi settings (for MIUI 12 and below)

This method is suitable for devices on MIUI 12 and older (e.g. Redmi Note 9, POCO X3) and exploits a vulnerability in the Wi-Fi connection interface that allows you to access system settings.

Step-by-step:

1. On the welcome screen, connect to the Wi-Fi network.
2. Go back and click Add Network (or Other Networks).
3. In the network name field, type any text, then highlight it and click Share (the icon can look like three dots or an arrow).
4. In the sharing menu, select Gmail or Messages. The system will prompt you to log in to your account - click Cancel.
5. Now, quickly click on Settings (cog in the top right corner). If done correctly, you'll be in the phone's basic settings.
6. Go to Settings → About Phone → The MIUI version and click on it several times to activate the developer mode.
7. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
8. Connect your phone to your PC and use ADB to execute the command: adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.Settings This will open the full settings where you can reset FRP or add a new account.

If this method doesn’t work, try an alternative route through an emergency call:

• On the lock screen, type ##4636## (this is the test code).
• In some firmware, this opens up a menu where you can go to settings.

Method 3: Fastboot Reset (for advanced users)

If previous methods have not worked, you can try to remove them. FRP-This method requires an unlocked bootloader and does not work on all models (for example, on Xiaomi). 11T Redmi Note 10 Pro may not work).

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).
• 📱 Unlocked bootloader (if not, official unlocking via Mi Unlock Tool will be required).

Instructions:

1. Turn off your phone and press the Power button + Volume down to log into the Fastboot.
2. Connect the device to the PC and check its detection by the command: fastboot devices
3. Run the command to reset FRP: fastboot erase frp
4. Reboot the phone: fastboot reboot

After the reboot, the device should not require a Google account.If the fastboot erase frp command is not supported by your model, try an alternative method:

fastboot erase config


fastboot erase userdata

⚠️ Warning: These commands will completely reset the settings and delete all data from internal memory. Use them only if other methods have not helped.

Method 4: Use of alternative launchers (for older versions of MIUI)

On devices with MIUI 10–11 (e.g. Redmi 8 or Mi 9 Lite) can bypass the lock by installing a third-party launcher through recovery mode. OTG-cable.

Instructions:

1. Download to the computer. APK-Alternative launcher file (e.g. Nova Launcher or Apex Launcher).
2. Rename the file to launcher.apk and copy it to SD-map.
3. Put the card in your phone or connect it. OTG-accumulator.
4. On the lock screen, click Emergency Call and dial ##4636###.
5. If the test menu opens, select Usage statistics → App usage → Three dots in the upper right corner → Show system.
6. Find Settings and click on them, then select Open.
7. In the settings go to Applications → Install from unknown sources and allow APK installation.
8. Find the file manager through the launcher.apk on SD-map and set it up.
9. After installation, click Home and select the new default launcher.

Now you can access the settings through the launcher and add a new account or disable FRP.

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If you don't. SD-maps can be used OTG-The main thing is that the launcher file is simply called (for example, for example, 1.apk), free of spaces and special symbols.

Method 5: Sign in via Samsung or other vendors account

This is not an obvious but working method for some Xiaomi models based on Android 10-12.The system sometimes allows you to log in through accounts from other manufacturers if they were previously added to the firmware.

How to do this:

1. On the Google account login screen, click the Other Login Method.
2. Select Add Account and in the list find Samsung, Huawei or another brand.
3. If you don’t have this option, try typing your email in your email@samsung.com format (even if you don’t have a Samsung account).
4. The system may let you pass further, believing that the authorization has passed.

This method does not work on all devices, but was confirmed by users of POCO F3 and Redmi Note 10.

What do you do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods fail, radical measures remain:

• 🔧 Flip-through EDL: It requires special equipment (Qualcomm 9008 mode) and knowledge of working with the Mi Flash Tool).
• 📞 Contact the service center: official centers Xiaomi can reset FRP upon request, but will require proof of ownership (checks, box).
• 💰 Paid unlock services: there are services for remote bypassing on the Internet FRP (cost ~500–1500 ₽), But the risk of fraud is high.

Before you resort to these methods, check:

• 🔍 Is the phone locked on the phone? IMEI (check-up).
• 📋 Is there a guarantee - the flashing can cancel it.
• 🔄 Try to log in again through Mi Account – sometimes the system “forgets” to ask Google after a few reboots.

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If the phone is bought by hand and the previous owner has not untied the accounts, the only legal way is to contact them and ask them to do so via account.xiaomi.com or google.com/android/find.

FAQ: Frequent questions about FRP bypass on Xiaomi