How to remove parental controls on Xiaomi TV: all working methods

Parental controls on Xiaomi TVs are a useful feature to limit content, but sometimes it becomes an obstacle to watching movies, installing apps or changing settings. PIN-code, bought a used TV with activated restrictions or just want to return full access - this instruction will help unlock the device without losing functionality.

Depending on the model (Mi) TV 4/5, Redmi Smart TV, Xiaomi TV A Pro) and firmware versions MIUI TV The ways of disabling can vary. We'll look at all the current methods, from standard menu removal to forced password reset. PIN-code or lead to resetting of personal settings.

Before you start, check your TV firmware version in Settings → About TV. This will help you avoid errors when choosing a method. If the TV is completely locked, skip this step and go straight to emergency methods.

1. Standard disabling parental control via menu

The easiest way is if you know. PIN-code (often used by default in 0000, 1234 or 1111) is suitable for most models on the MIUI TV 3.0 and newer:

1. Open Settings (cog on the home screen or the Settings button on the remote).
2. Go to System and Security → Parental Controls (on some models, the path may be Settings → All settings → Personal → Parental Controls).
3. Enter the current one. PIN-If it doesn't fit, try the standard combinations.
4. Select Disable Parental Controls or reset the PIN to a new one.

If Parental Controls is not available, the feature is disabled at the firmware level, in which case, check the settings of specific applications (for example, YouTube or Netflix), where restrictions can be set separately.

2.Dumping PIN-code through the service menu (for the MIUI TV 2.0–4.0)

On older versions of firmware (Mi) TV 3/4 s MIUI TV 2.0–4.0) There is a hidden possibility of resetting PIN-This method doesn't work on all models, but it can help if the standard method doesn't work:

1. Turn off the TV and simultaneously press the buttons Menu + Volume Down (shrink volume).
2. Hold for 10-15 seconds until the service menu (usually with a blue background) appears.
3. Go to Factory Reset or Security Settings (use volume buttons for navigation).
4. Select Reset Parental Lock or Clear PIN and confirm the action.

Warning: you can accidentally reset your TV settings or damage your firmware on the service menu. Don't change the settings if you're not sure what they're going to do. If the menu doesn't open, your model doesn't support this method.

3. Disable restrictions through applications (YouTube, Netflix, Prime Video)

Often, parental controls are activated not at the TV level, but on individual services, such as YouTube or Netflix, which may request a request for a new version of the same. PIN-code when attempting to view content 18+. To remove the restrictions:

• 📺 YouTube: Open the app → click on the profile avatar → Settings → Restricted regime → Turn off the function. PIN — Enter the code associated with your Google account.
• 🎬 Netflix: Go to profile → Profile management → Control settings → drop PIN or change the age limit.
• 📦 Prime Video: Select Parental Controls in your profile settings → Change. PIN. If you forget the code, reset it through Amazon.

If the restrictions are set at the Xiaomi account level (for example, through Mi Account), then they can only be removed from your phone or PC:

1. Go to account.xiaomi.com.
2. Sign in and select the Devices section → [Your TV] → Security settings.
3. Turn off Parental Control or reset the PIN.

4.Reset parental controls via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work, and the TV runs on Android TV (Most Xiaomi models after 2019 can be used ADB-drop-off PIN-This requires a computer and basic command line knowledge.

What you need:

• Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
• USB-cable (to connect the TV to the PC);
• ADB Tools utility;
• The USB debugging on the TV is enabled.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode on your TV: Go to Settings → About TV and click on Build Number 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect the TV to your computer and start the command line (terminal).
4. Enter the commands in order: adb devices adb shell su settings put global parental_control_enabled 0 settings put global parental_control_locked 0

If the restrictions remain after the commands are executed, then PIN-The code is stored in a protected memory area, in which case only a complete reset of the TV will help (section 5).

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Before using ADB, back up your TV settings through Settings → System → Backup. This will save your apps and account details.

5. Complete reset of the TV (Hard Reset) - the last method

If none of these things work, you'll have to reset the hardware, and it will delete all the data, including the apps and settings that you've installed, but it will bring the TV back to factory status, and you'll only use this as a last resort!

Method 1: Through the menu (if available)

1. Go to Settings → System → Reset and Update → Reset settings.
2. Enter. PIN-code (if required) or confirm the action.
3. Wait for the reboot (5-10 minutes).

Method 2: Hardware reset (if the menu is blocked)

1. Turn the TV off the socket.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote and, holding it, connect the TV to the power.
3. Hold the Menu for 15-20 seconds until the recovery menu appears.
4. Select Wipe Data/Factory Reset with volume buttons and confirm with OK button.

⚠️ Note: After the reset, the TV will require reconfiguration, including Wi-Fi connection and Xiaomi account login. If the TV was linked to the previous owner’s account, it may need to be deleted via the Xiaomi website.

Alternative solutions: bypassing restrictions without turning off

If you can’t remove parental controls but need to access content urgently, try these temporary methods:

• 🔄 Guest mode: Some Xiaomi models allow you to create a guest profile without restrictions. → Accounts. → Add a guest.
• 📱 Screen Mirror: Connect your phone or laptop to Miracast or Google Cast and stream content bypassing the limitations of your TV.
• 🌐 Browser: Install the browser (for example, TV Bro or Puffin. TV) and view content through web versions of services (YouTube, Kinopoisk, etc.).
• 🔌 External Devices: Connect Fire TV Stick, Apple TV Xiaomi Mi Box – They won’t inherit the limitations of the TV.

These methods do not eliminate parental controls, but they do allow you to temporarily bypass them, but note that some services (such as Netflix) may block content even when streaming from other devices, if the account has age restrictions.

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Before selling or transferring the TV to another user, be sure to reset parental controls and perform Hard Reset.This will protect your data and avoid problems for the new owner.

FAQ: Frequent questions about parental controls on Xiaomi TV