Forgot the password from the Xiaomi router, the Mi TV TV Or are you trying to connect to a device you inherited from a previous owner? Standard factory passwords are the first thing you should check before resetting. But there's a nuance here: Xiaomi devices have different ones, and sometimes they don't have any.
In this article, we will discuss:
- 🔐 What factory passwords Xiaomi uses for routers, TVs and smartphones
- 🔄 How to Reset Your Password If Standard is Not Suitable
- ⚠️ How dangerous is the use of default combinations
- 🔒 How to Create a Strong Password and Don’t Forget It
Let us warn you right away: if we are talking about a Mi Account (which is linked to a Mi Account). email/The default password for this device is not a factory password, it is set by the user when registering.
1. Standard passwords for Xiaomi routers (Mi Router, Redmi Router)
Xiaomi routers are among the most popular in Russia due to the price/quality ratio, but after buying or resetting, many people face the problem: what password to enter to log into the admin panel or connect to Wi-Fi?
Here are the current figures for 2026:
| Model router | Wi-Fi Password by Default | Login/password of the admin panel |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Mi Router 4A | Specified on the sticker under the router (format: 8 digits or letters) | Password: Admin or the same as for Wi-Fi |
| Xiaomi Mi Router 4C | On a sticker (usually 12 characters with numbers and letters) | Password: Empty or coincides with Wi-Fi |
| Redmi Router AX5 | On the sticker (format: Xiaomi_XXXX) | Login: admin Password: admin or empty |
| Xiaomi Mi Router Pro | Individual on the sticker | Login: root Password: root or empty |
Important! With new models (released after 2022), Xiaomi has abandoned universal passwords, and now each router has a unique code that is listed on the sticker below the case, and if it doesn't, try the combinations from the table.
⚠️ Note: If you bought a used router, be sure to reset through the Reset button (hold 10 seconds).The previous owner could change the password of the admin panel, and the standard combinations will not work.
2. default passwords for Mi TVs TV redmi TV
Xiaomi TVs are more complicated, and most models don't have a factory password to log in to settings, only being protected by a link to a Mi Account.
- 📺 Mi TV 4/4S/4A (2018–2020 d.) — may be required for the first inclusion PIN-code: 0000, 1234 or 6726 (The last is the service code for resetting).
- 🔧 Developer Mode – If You’re Trying to Include ADB or debugging. USB, standard PIN: 6543 or 9876.
- 🔒 Parental controls – disabled by default, but if enabled by the previous owner, try 0000.
If the TV asks for a password when you log in to Settings → The system, but you didn't install it, most likely the device was tied to someone else's Mi Account, in which case only a full reset will help:
Turn off the TV for 1 minute|
Press and hold the Power button on the remote for 10-15 seconds.|
In the Recovery Menu, select Wipe Data/Factory Reset|
Confirm the action and wait for the reboot
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After the reset, the TV will require reconfiguration, including linking to a new Mi Account.If the previous owner has not untie his device, you may need to contact Xiaomi with proof of purchase.
3. Passwords for smartphones and tablets Xiaomi/Redmi/Poco
Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi and Poco) do not have a universal factory password, but there are several scenarios where the device may request one:
- Locking the screen – if you have not installed PIN/The pattern lock is gone, but once reset via Recovery, the phone will require input from the Mi Account.
- Fastboot mode – to unlock the bootloader, you need a code that is generated in the Mi Unlock Tool (linked to the account).
- Service menus – some engineering modes (e.g. #4636##) do not require a password, but for EDL Mode needs an authorized account.
What to do if you forget the screen lock password?
- 🔄 Try resetting via Find Device on i.mi.com (you need access to your linked account).
- 📱 If the Mi Account is not tied, only hard reset (but the data will be lost) will help).
- 🛠️ On some models (such as the Redmi Note 8 Pro) you can bypass the lock via Fastboot, but this requires an unlocked bootloader.
⚠️ Note: On smartphones Xiaomi with MIUI 12 and later reset via Recovery does not bypass the binding to Mi Account. If you do not remember the account data, it will be extremely difficult to restore access - you will need to contact the service center with a check.
How to bypass Mi Account after resetting?
4. How to reset a password if the standard one does not fit
If the factory combinations don't work, you'll have to resort to a reset, depending on the type of device.
📶 Xiaomi routers
1. Find the Reset button on the back (usually in the recess).
2. Take a paper clip or toothpick, press and hold the button for 10-15 seconds.
3. Once the router is restarted, it will return to factory settings. The new password will be displayed on the sticker.
📺 Mi TVs TV
1. Turn off the TV.
2. Press the Power button on the remote and connect the power.
3. Hold the button until the recovery menu appears.
4. Select Wipe Data (Data Reset).
📱 Xiaomi smartphones
1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume Up to log into Recovery.
3. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data.
4. After the reboot, you will need to enter data from the Mi Account (if it was tied).
Important! on some devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Box) reset results in lockdown due to Google protection FRP. In this case, you will need to enter data from the last connected Google account.
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Before resetting your router or TV, take a picture of the factory data sticker (SSID, password, MAC-This will help you quickly reconfigure the device.
5. The dangers of using standard passwords
Many users leave factory passwords "as is", unaware of the risks:
- 🕵️ Vulnerability for hackers – standard combinations (admin/admin) first to be checked upon breaking.
- 📡 Neighbors can connect to your Wi-Fi if the router broadcasts the network with the default name (for example, the network is not connected by the default name, Xiaomi_XXXX).
- 🔄 Viruses and botnets – Infected devices scan networks with default passwords to spread malware.
According to the Kaspersky study (2023 year-over 30% Home network hacks are caused by the use of standard passwords, while Xiaomi is in the top-5 most attacking router brands.
How do you defend yourself?
- Change the name of the network (SSID) unique (not unique) Xiaomi_1234).
- Set a password at least 12 characters long with numbers, letters and special characters.
- Turn it off. WPS In router settings, this protocol is vulnerable to brute force attacks.
- Update the router’s firmware to the latest version (via Settings) → System system → Update of the PO).
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Even if you live in a private home and think that your Wi-Fi is not hacked, a standard password can be compromised through vulnerabilities in the router's firmware. Always change it after you buy or reset it.
6 How to create a strong password and not forget it
A strong password is good, but how do you remember it? Here are the proven methods:
- 🔑 Mnemonic phrase: take the first letter of each word from your favorite quote. For example, the phrase "I like to drink coffee in the morning at 8 o'clock" turns into Yalpkuv8h. Add numbers and symbols: Yalpkuv8h!24.
- 📝 Password managers -- use Bitwarden, KeePass, or the built-in manager in your browser. They store passwords encrypted.
- 📱 Two-factor authentication (2FA) — Turn it on for Mi Account in the security settings, even if the password is broken, the attacker will not be able to log in without the code from the security settings. SMS.
What can't be done:
- ❌ Use the same password for Wi-Fi, Mi Account and banking applications.
- ❌ Store passwords in notes on your phone or on a piece of paper next to the router.
- ❌ Install simple combinations like 12345678 or qwerty.
To generate strong passwords, you can use a built-in tool in MIUI:
- Go to Settings. → Passwords and security → Password generator.
- Choose the length (recommended 16)+ symbolism).
- Copy the generated password and save it to the manager.
7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them
When you use passwords on Xiaomi devices, users often make the same mistakes.
| Mistake. | Effects of consequences | How to avoid |
|---|---|---|
| Not changing the standard router password | Network hacking, traffic theft, access to local devices (cameras, printers) | Change the password immediately after setting up, disable remote access |
| Use one password for Wi-Fi and Mi Account | If the router is hacked, the attacker will gain access to all Xiaomi devices | Separate passwords, enable 2FA account |
| Resetting the TV without detachment from the old account | Locking the device with the requirement to enter data of the previous owner | Before selling/transferring a TV, untie it in your Mi Account |
| Storing passwords in the cloud without encryption | Data leakage in case of cloud service hacking | Use locally stored password managers (e.g. KeePass) |
Advice for buyers of used equipment: before buying a router or TV Xiaomi ask the seller:
- 🔄 Reset the device to factory settings with you.
- 📱 Untie it from your Mi Account (check in settings).
- 📝 Provide a check or warranty card (in case of blocking).