How to unlock Mi Account on Xiaomi, if the device is blocked: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi smartphones have become an integral part of the lives of millions of users thanks to a combination of affordable prices and advanced technology. However, one of the most common problems faced by owners of devices of this brand is blocking Mi Account, the situation when after resetting, buying a used phone or failing to log in, the screen shows the message “Device is locked. Enter Mi Account data” can disembark even an experienced user.

The reasons for blocking range from a banal forgotten password to the activation of protection for suspicious activity. But regardless of the reason, the main thing is not to panic. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to unlock a Mi Account, including official methods from Xiaomi, workarounds for old models and nuances that are not written in the standard instructions.

Why is Xiaomi blocking the device through a Mi Account?

Mi Cloud is not just a cloud storage system, but a full-fledged tool for protection against theft and unauthorized access.

🔹 Reset to factory settings without first logging out, even if you've owned your phone for years, after a hard reset, the system will require re-authorization.

🔹 Buying a used device where the previous owner did not untie his Mi Account is the most common reason for blocking – up to 60% of requests in support of Xiaomi are related to this.

🔹 Suspicious activity: multiple failed attempts to enter, change SIM-Maps in another region or connecting to new Wi-Fi networks can cause a temporary lockdown.

🔹 Losing login data. email/The phone or password associated with the account will be more difficult to restore access - you will need confirmation through backup channels.

⚠️ Attention: Locking your Mi Account is not a software failure, but a targeted protection, and attempts to circumvent it by “rough” methods (for example, flashing) can lead to a complete loss of functionality of the communication module (IMEI) Xiaomi’s new models (starting with the Redmi Note 10 and Mi 11).

Before you proceed to unlock, check if your case is time-limited, for example, after 5 failed attempts to enter a password, the account is blocked for 30 minutes, in which case it is enough to wait and try again.

Recovery of access via Mi Cloud

The most reliable and legal method is to use the Xiaomi account recovery tools, which is suitable if you have access to an email/phone linked to your account or backup contacts.

📌 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Go to the recovery page: account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword.
2. Enter the email or phone number associated with the account, and if you don't remember, try all the options you can.
3. Select the confirmation method: 📧 Email - the code will come to the mail (check the folder "Spam"). 📱 SMS — code-message. 🔑 Standby email/phone if basic data is not available.

Create a new password and confirm the changes.

Return to the locked device and enter the updated data.

⚠️ What to do if you don’t have access to email/In this case, you will need to contact Xiaomi with evidence of ownership of the device (checks, box with a phone). IMEI, Photo with serial number, the process may take up to 7 days.

💡 Advice for buyers of used phones: before buying be sure to ask the seller:

• 📱 Log out of Mi Account in settings (Settings) → Xiaomi account → Get out).
• 🔄 Reset the device to factory settings (Settings) → The phone. → Resetting settings).
• 📋 Provide a check or warranty card with IMEI.

Unlocking through Mi Unlock Tool (for firmware and custom software)

If the official methods have not worked, and the device does not contain important data, you can try to unlock the bootloader and flash alternative software, this method is suitable for technically savvy users and requires a complete data reset.

⚠️ Warning: The method doesn't work on all models.Since Xiaomi 12 and Redmi Note 11, the company has tightened protection - unlocking the bootloader can lead to locking IMEI and loss of network functions.

🛠️ Essential tools:

• 🖥️ Windows computer 7/10/11 (MacOS may have problems with drivers).
• 📱 Cable USB (original or high-quality).
• 🔧 Mi Unlock Tool (official utility from Xiaomi).
• 📄 Xiaomi account with a linked phone number (required to unlock).

📌 Instructions:

1. Download and install the Mi Unlock Tool. Run the program on behalf of the administrator.
2. Sign in to your Mi Account (should match your account on the locked device!).
3. Turn off your phone and put it in Fastboot mode: Press the Power + Volume buttons down before the Fastboot logo appears.
4. Connect the device to your PC. In Mi Unlock Tool, press Unlock and follow the instructions.
5. After unlocking the bootloader, slice through custom recovery (for example, TWRP) and delete the files /data/system/mi_account.

⚠️ Warning: New devices (Xiaomi 13, Redmi Note 12) may be affected by anti-rollback protection after unlocking the bootloader, resulting in a phone “brick” before checking the firmware on the forums. 4PDA or XDA Developers.

Bypassing the lock through EDL-The mode (for experienced users)

If the previous methods did not work, the last option remains: the use of the EDL-This method allows you to flash the device without the standard restrictions, but requires:

• 🔌 Special cable (EDL cable) or soldering skills for closing contacts.
• 💻 Mi Flash Tool and official firmware for your model.
• 🛡️ Understanding the Risks: Mistakes Can Turn Your Phone into a Brick".

📌 Step-by-step algorithm:

1. Download the firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website (choose the Fastboot version).
2. Install Qualcomm drivers (for Snapdragon processors) or MediaTek drivers (for Dimensity/Helio chips).
3. Transfer the device to EDL-Mode: For Qualcomm: Close Test Point pins on the board (seek instructions for a specific model). For MediaTek: use a button combination or specialized boxes (for example, UFi Box).

Mi Flash Tool

Flash

Mi Account.

⚠️ Important: Since 2022, Xiaomi has introduced additional protection in the MediaTek Dimensity chips (for example, in the Redmi Note 11 Pro).+ or POCO F4 GT). Firmware through EDL On such devices requires authorization through the server Xiaomi, which makes the process almost impossible without contacting the service center.

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Before buying an EDL cable, check its compatibility with your model. Cheap Chinese counterparts often don't work with new Xiaomi smartphones (starting in 2021).

Alternative methods: risks and limitations

There are dozens of magical ways to bypass Mi accounts online, from using unlock codes to installing patches through ADB. But most of them are either outdated or carry serious risks. Consider the most common and their pitfalls.

🔹 "Wonderful unlock codes (#3646633# and similar):

These combinations worked on older versions of MIUI (until 2018) and allowed you to reset your account through an engineering menu, and on modern devices, they either don’t work or lead to an IMEI reset.

🔹 Delete files through ADB:

Some "gurus" advise to connect to the phone through ADB delete files /data/system/mi_account.db. This method requires:

• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (which is itself a problem on new models).
• 🛠️ Root rights (receiving them on the basis of their MIUI 13/14 hard-working).
• 💥 Ready to lose data (if the phone fails, it may stop loading).

🔹 “Disblocking for money” services":

The Internet is full of offers like "Unlock any Xiaomi for 500 rubles!", most often these are scammers who either:

• 🕵️ Ask for payment upfront and disappear.
• 🔧 Use the same methods as described above (with risks to your device).
• 📦 Send you an "instruction" from open sources.

⚠️ Note: If you still decide on alternative methods, make a backup IMEI To do this, in the engineering menu (#4636##) write down or take a picture of the section data. IMEI Information. In case of loss IMEI It will be possible to restore it only through the official Xiaomi service (cost - from 2000 rubles).

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The only legal and secure way to unlock your Mi Account is to restore access to your Mi Account through official channels, and all other methods carry the risk of losing data, blocking IMEI or turning your phone into a brick.

How to Avoid Banning Mi Accounts in the Future

The best way to prevent blockages is to prevent them, and follow these rules so you don't have to deal with them again.

🔐 Setting up a Mi Account:

• 📧 Link several emails to your account (main and backup).
• 📱 Add a phone number for SMS-confirmation.
• 🔑 Enable two-factor authentication in your account settings.
• 📝 Save your login details in a secure location (for example, in Bitwarden or KeePass password manager).

📱 Device handling:

• 🔄 Before resetting, be sure to log out of your Mi Account (Settings) → Xiaomi account → Get out).
• 🛒 When buying a used phone, check the account uncoupling before payment.
• 📡 Avoid frequent shifts SIM-Maps or connections to new Wi-Fi networks in different countries – this can cause a blockage.

💾 Backup:

• ☁️ Regularly save important data to Mi Cloud or Google Drive.
• 💽 Make local backups through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.
• 📋 Write it down. IMEI and the serial number of the device (located under the battery or in the About phone settings).

📌 Additional protection:

If you often sell or buy used Xiaomi phones, use the device status check service. Enter IMEI, and the system will show whether the Mi phone has an account attached to it and whether it is not on the blacklist (stolen / lost).

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If you plan to sell your Xiaomi, do the reset not through the settings menu, but through the Mi Cloud (Find the device section).

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Mi Account