How to Reset Your Password on Xiaomi App: From Mi Account to Hard Reset

Forgot the password from the app on Xiaomi smartphone and can not access important data? This problem is familiar to many users — whether it is a blocked Mi Account, password-protected messenger or a banking application. Depending on the type of lock and device model (from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra), the ways of restoring access can be radically different.

In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of password resetting, from standard recovery via email/SMS to advanced technical solutions like ADB or reset via Fastboot. We will focus on the nuances for applications with two-factor authentication (2FA) and cases when the device is tied to a Mi Account account with an unknown password.

1. Recovery of password through Mi Account

If a system application (such as Settings, Security or Mi Cloud) is blocked, the problem is most often associated with a Xiaomi account, in which case you can restore access through the official service:

1. Go to the recovery page: open account.xiaomi.com/pass/forgetPassword in your browser.
2. Enter the data that was used when registering Mi Account.
3. Select the confirmation method: 📧 Email – the code will come to the mail (check the Spam folder») 📱 SMS — code-message 🔑 Backup email – if the main one is not available

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⚠️ Note: If an unknown phone number or email is attached to your account, try to recall backup data. At the very least, contact Xiaomi with proof of ownership of the device (checks, IMEI).

2. Password reset for third-party applications

If a third-party application is blocked, rather than a system application (for example, WhatsApp, Viber, SberBank Online or 1Password), the algorithm of actions depends on the developer’s policy.

• 🔄 Recovery through email/SMS: Most apps offer the option "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in screen. Follow the instructions - usually you need to enter the attached email or phone.
• 📱 Using biometrics: If you have previously set up a fingerprint or facial recognition, try logging in through them and then changing the password in the app settings.
• 🔗 Support connection: Banking applications (such as Tinkoff or Alpha Click) may require a call to a call center with proof of identity.
• 🔄 Reinstall the application: Deleting and re-installing the application will reset local data, but not server data (for example, chats will remain in messengers if they are synchronized).

⚠️ Note: for some applications (such as Telegram or Signal), a password reset may result in local messages being deleted if cloud sync was not enabled!

3. Reset password through phone settings (for system applications)

Some Xiaomi system applications (such as Notes, Gallery or Records) allow you to reset your password through the device's settings menu.

1. Open Settings → Passwords and Security → Privacy.
2. Select Application Protection (or App Lock in Global Firmware).
3. Click on the icon. ⚙️ In the upper right corner and select Forgot the password?.
4. Confirm your identity through: 🔐 Password from Mi Account (if the device is linked to the account) 📱 pattern lock (if configured as backup key) 📧 Email (for some versions) MIUI)

If this method didn’t work, you may have custom firmware installed on your device or an outdated version of MIUI. In this case, try updating your system through Settings → About Phone → System Update.

4.Use of ADB to reset password (advanced method)

If standard methods don’t help, and the device is enabled to debug over USB, you can try to reset the password through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is suitable for unlocking App Lock or some third-party applications.

⚠️ Attention: misuse ADB This method can cause data loss or system damage!

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable (original!).
2. Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and type: adb shell pm clear com.miui.guardprovider This command will reset the App Lock settings.
3. For third-party apps (such as WhatsApp) use: adb shell pm clear com.whatsapp Warning: This will delete all local app data!

If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, install Xiaomi USB Drivers and enable debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times, then go back to Additional Settings → For Developers).

5 Hard Reset - a last resort

If none of these methods work, you'll have a complete reset, which will delete all the data from the device, including the application passwords, but it will return access to the system.

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the button combination to enter Recovery Mode: For most models: Power button + Volume up For Poco F5, Redmi K60: Power button + Volume up + Volume down

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Wipe Data → Wipe All Data

After resetting, the device will reboot to a “out of the box” state.

⚠️ Warning: if the device was enabled factory reset via Mi Account (FRP), After Hard Reset, you will need to enter the data of the associated Xiaomi account!

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Before the hard reset, remove SIM-card and memory card – this will speed up the process and reduce the risk of file damage.

6. Features for different versions of MIUI and models

Password reset algorithms may vary depending on the firmware version and regional build of MIUI. Let's consider the key nuances:

• 🌍 Global vs. Chinese version: On global firmware (MIUI Global) is often available through Mi Account (MIUI China may need to be linked to WeChat or Chinese phone number.
• 📱 Old models (Redmi) 4X, Mi A1): Not supporting a reset through ADB App Lock requires binding to Mi Account to unlock.
• 🔒 MIUI 14 and later: Added the option to reset password through Settings → Google accounts (if the device is tied to Google) Fastboot unlock support without data loss (only for unlocked bootloader).

For an accurate definition of the MIUI version, go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. If the firmware is outdated, update it before trying to reset your password – this can add new recovery options.

7 What should I do if nothing helps?

If all of these methods are useless, consider the following options:

• 📞 Contact the service center: official Xiaomi centers can unlock the device on documents (passport) + The cost of the service is from 1000 to 3000 rubles.
• 🔧 Unlocking the bootloader: for advanced users. en.miui.com/unlock and waiting for permission (up to) 720 hours).
• 🛠️ Fastboot Reflash: Complete Reinstallation MIUI This method deletes all data without recovery, but it is guaranteed to unlock the device.

⚠️ Warning: Don't trust "miracle programs" to unlock Xiaomi from questionable sites. Most of them are fraudulent or contain malware. Official tools are only the Mi Flash Tool and the Mi Flash Tool. ADB Google.

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If your device is locked through Mi Account and you don’t remember your account details, the only legal way to unlock it is to ask Xiaomi for proof of purchase.

FAQ: Frequent questions about resetting your password on Xiaomi