How to unlock a Mi Account on Xiaomi: all working ways in 2026

Locking Mi Account on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most common problems faced by users of the brand. whether you bought a used phone with a tied someone else’s account, forgot the password from your own profile or the device was blocked after resetting – in each case You'll need to unlock it, unlike a standard pattern lock or PIN-Mi Account is linked to Xiaomi servers, and its circumvention requires special methods.

In this article, we will look at all the current ways to unlock a Mi Account in 2026, including official methods through support, bypassing with the help of engineering menus, the use of specialized software and hardware solutions. It is important to understand that some methods may require technical skills or even contacting a service center – especially if we are talking about new models with enhanced protection (for example, Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro+).

Before you start unlocking, make sure you have access to an email or phone number linked to your account, which will make it much easier, and if you don't have data to recover, you'll have to use alternative methods, some of which may cause you to lose your warranty.

Why Mi Accounts Are Blocking Your Phone and How It Works

Xiaomi’s Mi Account system performs two key functions: synchronizing data (contacts, notes, photos) and protecting the device from unauthorized access. Once the account is linked to the phone, the Find Device function (analogue to Find iPhone) is activated, which locks the device when:

• 🔄 Reset to factory settings via Recovery or settings.
• 📱 Installation of new SIM-cards (on some models with option enabled) SIM Lock).
• 🔐 Entering the wrong password more than 5 times in a row.
• 🛠️ Trying to run through Fastboot without detaching your account.

The lock screen displays a message saying, "This device is locked. Sign in with a Mi Account." Without login and password, the user cannot activate the phone. Moreover, on new devices (released after 2022), the lock can extend to Fastboot, preventing firmware from being browsed via PC.

Important: If the phone was stolen and then dropped, the original owner can block it remotely through the official Mi Cloud website, in which case unlocking without access to the account is almost impossible - you will need to contact in support of the proof of purchase.

⚠️ Note: On devices with Qualcomm Snapdragon chip 8 Gen 2/3 (for example, Xiaomi 13T Pro or Redmi K60 Ultra) uses hardware-based Mi Account binding to eFuse, which means that even after a complete reset via eFuse EDL lockdown may persist.

Official ways to unlock Mi Account

If you have access to an email or phone number linked to your account, use the standard recovery procedure:

1. Go to the recovery page: account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword.
2. Enter your email or phone number, then follow the instructions to get the confirmation code.
3. Create a new password and save it to your password manager (like Google Password Manager or KeePass).
4. Enter new data on the locked device.

If you lose your email/phone access, try alternative methods:

• 📧 Recovery via backup email (if it was specified during registration).
• 📱 SMS code for the backup number (only works if the number has not changed).
• 🆔 Appeal in support of Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (check, box, IMEI).

For a call for support, prepare:

• IMEI of the device (you can find out through the *#06# set on the locked phone).
• Photo of the box with the serial number.
• Check or warranty card (if the device is guaranteed).

IMEI device|Photo of a box with a serial number|Check or guarantee card|Passport of the holder (to confirm the identity)-->

The timeframe for a request is 3 to 14 days, and in practice, support often requires video of a device that shows the IMEI and serial number, and if you buy a phone with your hands, the chances of unlocking it are minimal.

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi may refuse to unlock if the device is listed in the stolen database or was purchased from an unofficial seller).

Unlocking Mi Account through the engineering menu (for older models)

On Xiaomi devices until 2020 (e.g. Redmi Note 7, Mi 9, POCO F1), you can try to bypass the lock via an engineering menu.This method does not work on all firmware and can lead to a bootloop if done incorrectly.

Instructions:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Volume Up + Power to Enter Recovery.
3. Select Connect with MiAssistant (may be called Download on some models).
4. Connect your phone to your PC and use the Mi Flash Tool to firmware a special image (for example, anti_miaccount.zip).

You can download the necessary files on forums like 4PDA or Xiaomi.eu.Please note: this method does not work on devices with a blocked Bootloader (for example, after the official MIUI update).

If the phone does not turn on after firmware or hung on the logo, try:

1. Log in to Fastboot (Loudness down + Nutrition).
2. Swipe the original firmware through the Mi Flash Tool with the Clean All option.

Use of Unlocking Software (Mi Account Unlock Tool)

For devices where official methods don’t work, there are specialized programs like Mi Account Unlock Tool, Xiaomi Tool V2 or EDL Authorized Tool, which exploit vulnerabilities in the EDL (Emergency Download Mode) protocol to reset the account.

🔹 Advantages:

• ✅ It works on most models (including the Redmi Note). 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4).
• ✅ No password required from your Mi Account.
• ✅ Stores data on the device (when used correctly).

🔸 Deficiencies:

• ❌ Requires unlocked Bootloader (on new devices, this is a problem).
• ❌ Risk of “bricking” (turning into a “brick”) when making mistakes.
• ❌ Paid versions of programs (free versions often contain viruses).

The following is a step-by-step guide for Mi Account Unlock Tool:

1. Download the program from the official website (for example, GSM Forum).
2. Install Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (for Qualcomm chips) or MediaTek Preloader (for MediaTek chips).
3. Put your phone in EDL mode: For Qualcomm: short circuit testpoints on the board or adb reboot edl (if debugging is enabled). For MediaTek: use SP Flash Tool with authentication bypass file.

Unlock Mi Account

Wait until the process is completed (usually 5-15 minutes).

Important: on devices with Snapdragon chip 8xx (Xiaomi 12 Pro may require an authorized EDL-cable (cost) ~$20-50. Without it, the program won't be able to connect to the phone.

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Before using the software, check the reviews of a particular version on the forums. Some tools (such as UMT Dongle) require the purchase of a license, but give a guarantee of unlocking.

Unlocking through EFS reset (for advanced users)

The EFS partition reset method (where IMEI and account data are stored) is suitable for MediaTek chip devices (e.g. Redmi 9A, POCO M3). It requires access to the SP Flash Tool and an EFS backup (if not, the IMEI will reset to the standard one).

Instructions:

1. Download the firmware for your model from the MiROM website.
2. Unpack the archive and find the file proinfo.img (responsible for IMEI and Mi Account).
3. Open the SP Flash Tool, download the scatter file from the firmware.
4. In the tool settings, select Format All + Download.
5. Connect the phone to the PC (without the battery if it is removable).
6. Wait until the process is completed (the phone will restart).

After this procedure:

• 📱 Mi Account will be deleted.
• 🔢 IMEI Reset to standard (for example, 000000000000000000000000000000).
• 🔄 It will need to be restored. IMEI via the engineering menu (#3646633##).

⚠️ Attention: On devices with Snapdragon reset EFS QFil could lead to loss of network forever if backup is not made modemst1/modemst2 pre-existingly.

Hardware Unlocking Methods (for Service Centers)

If the software didn't work, there are hardware methods that service centers use, which require disassembling the device and working with a soldering station or programmers.

For example, to unlock the Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+ (Snapdragon 695), often use the closure of test points to enter the EDL:

1. Disassemble the phone, find the EDL points on the board (usually signed or indicated in the diagram).
2. Lock them with tweezers or wire.
3. Connect the phone to a PC, and it will be defined as a Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
4. Use the Mi Flash Tool to firmware a clean image.

For MediaTek (e.g, POCO M5) apply ISP-programming through contacts CLK, CMD, DAT0 It's more complicated, but it's more reliable, because it doesn't depend on the state of the Bootloader.

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Hardware methods are guaranteed to delete Mi accounts, but require soldering skills and risk damaging the fee. If you are not confident in your abilities, you better contact the service.

What to do if nothing helps: alternative solutions

If all of the above methods have not worked, consider the following options:

• 📱 Using your phone without unlocking: Install custom Recovery (like OrangeFox) and gapps to work without a Mi Account. ADB The command is: adb shell am start -n com.android.settings/.Settings
• 🔄 Exchange or return of the phone: If the device is recently purchased (within 14 days), return it to the seller under consumer law. OLX Demand unlocking or terminating the transaction.
• 🛠️ Parts: Disassemble your phone and sell your screen, battery, camera (on AliExpress or eBay) separately, and the price of parts can cover 50 to 70 percent of the cost of the device.

If your phone is locked because of theft, check its status on IMEI.info. If the device is blacklisted, unlocking is not possible – it can only be used as a spare parts donor.

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Mi Account