Forgot your Xiaomi password and can’t unlock your phone? or just want to remove the unnecessary PIN-In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to remove the screen lock on Redmi smartphones, POCO Xiaomi and other Xiaomi lines – from standard settings to emergency methods through Mi Account and Fastboot.
It's important to understand that some methods require some preparation (e.g., linking a Mi Account or enabling USB debugging). If you're reading this article after your phone is locked, some of the ways may not work. But don't worry, even in the most neglected case, there's a solution, even if it's data loss.
We tested all the instructions on current MIUI 14/15 firmware (Android 13/14) and outdated versions up to MIUI 10. If your Xiaomi model is released after 2018, all the methods should work. Older devices (before 2017) may need additional steps — we’ll mention them too.
1. Delete password through settings (if phone unlocked)
If you know your current password and just want to disable it, it will take you less than a minute to do so, and it works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11, and older devices.
Open Settings → Passwords & Security → Screen Lock. The system will ask you to enter your current password/PIN/pattern lock. Once confirmed, select the option "No" in the Lock Type section. Ready - now when you turn on the screen, the phone will be unlocked by swipe up.
⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI If you turn off your password, you may need to reboot your device. If the screen still requests unlock, do the reboot.
- 🔹 Pros of the method: fast, without data loss, does not require additional tools.
- 🔸 Cons: You need to know the current password.
- 🔶 Suitable for: All Xiaomi models on any version MIUI.
☑️ Preparation for password deactivation
2. Reset password through Mi Account (if the account is linked)
If you forgot your password, but your phone has a Mi Account attached (and backup enabled), you can reset the lock via Xiaomi’s official service, which works even on a locked device, but requires:
- 📱 Access to another phone/computer with the Internet.
- 🔑 Login and password from Mi Account, which is tied to a blocked Xiaomi.
- 📡 Stable Internet connection on a locked device (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
Instructions:
- On the locked screen, tap Forgot password? (or Forgot password? on English firmware).
- Choose Restore through Mi Account.
- Enter the username (email or phone number) and password from the Mi Account.
- Confirm the action via SMS or email (if two-factor authentication is enabled).
- Follow the on-screen instructions to create a new password or remove the lock completely.
⚠️ Note: If the device has enabled Find Device, after resetting the password, you may need to confirm the location through the device. SMS. Make sure that SIM-card.
On models with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro, Redmi K60 Ultra) after reset via Mi Account, Factory Reset Protection (FRP) may work - you will need to re-enter account data after rebooting.
| Xiaomi model | Support for resetting through Mi Account | Is FRP required after resetting |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 10/11/12 | Yes. | No (if disabled in settings) |
| POCO F4/F5 | Yes. | Yes (on Android 12+ firmware) |
| Mi 11/12/13 series | Yes. | Yes (required) |
| Redmi 9/9A/9C | Yes (only on MIUI 12+) | No. |
3. Unlock via Fastboot (for advanced users)
If Mi Account is not tied or you don't remember the login details, the method is left over via Fastboot, which deletes all the data from the phone, but is guaranteed to unblock.
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
- 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (original, undamaged)>
- 🛠️ Mi Flash Tool or Fastboot from Android SDK.
- 📄 Firmware for your model (download from the official Xiaomi website).
Step-by-step:
- Turn off the phone. Press the Power button + Volume down to enter the Fastboot.
- Connect the device to your computer. Install the drivers (if Windows doesn't find them automatically, download Mi USB Driver).
- Open the command prompt (CMD) and check the connection command: fastboot devices must display the serial number of the device.
- Unclick the firmware and run the Mi Flash Tool. Select the firmware folder and press Refresh, the device must be determined.
- At the bottom, select Clean All and press Flash. The process will take 5-10 minutes.
What if the Fastboot can’t see the device?
⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO X3 Pro, Redmi K40) After the firmware through Fastboot, you may need to unlock the bootloader.This requires linking the device to the Mi Account through the official Xiaomi tool and waiting 72-168 hours (depending on the model).
4.Use Recovery Mode to Reset Settings
If Fastboot seems complicated, you can try resetting with Recovery Mode, which also deletes all data but doesn’t require a computer, and is suitable for most Xiaomi models except those that disable Recovery resets (e.g., some firmware for POCO F1).
Instructions:
- Turn off the phone.
- Press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi logo and Recovery menu appear.
- Use volume buttons for navigation and power button to select the item.
- Choose Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (on some firmware, the path may be different: Advanced) → Wipe Dalvik/Art Cache).
- Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.
- Reboot the phone (Reboot) → Reboot to System).
Once rebooted, the device will be as new as it is, without password, but without your data. If the phone requests Mi Account data after reset (FRP protection), enter the linked account or use the instructions from the FRP bypass section.
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If the Recovery menu is in Chinese, focus on the location of items: the first from above is a reboot, the second is a turn off, the third is a data reset (Wipe Data).
FRP (Factory Reset Protection) bypass after discharge
On Android 5.1+ devices, FRP protection can work after resetting, requiring the phone to enter the Mi Account data that was previously linked. If you don’t remember the username / password, there are several ways to bypass:
- 📞 Through SIM-Insert the map SIM With active internet, in the Wi-Fi setup phase, click Emergency Call, dial ##4636##, then go back and try adding a new Google account.
- 🖥️ Using PC: Use tools like Mi FRP Tool or GSMT (requires an unlocked loader).
- 🔧 Through OTG-cable: Connect the flash drive with the file FRP_Bypass.apk (You need to download it in advance and install it manually.
On Xiaomi models with a MediaTek processor (e.g. Redmi 10A, POCO C40), FRP bypassing is often possible via the engineering menu (#3646633##), but it requires a knowledge of technical nuances.
⚠️ Attention: Bypass FRP It may violate Xiaomi's terms of use (MIUI 14+) Many loopholes are closed, and the only legal way is to recall Mi Account data or contact support with proof of ownership of the device.
6. Alternative methods (for specific cases)
If none of the above methods worked, try these options:
- 🔄 Firmware rollback: On some models (Redmi Note 8 Pro, Mi) 9T) You can use an older version. MIUI, wherein FRP, and then upgrade back.
- 📱 Using a second phone: If you have another Xiaomi with the same Mi Account, you can try unlocking the device through the Find Device feature in the Mi Cloud app.
- 🛠️ Contact the service: Official service centers Xiaomi can remove the lock on the documents (passport) + The cost of the service is from 500 to 2000 rubles.
For POCO and Black Shark owners, these devices sometimes have a reset via EDL Mode, which requires a special cable (EDL Cable) or soldering skills to close contacts on the board, a method that is risky and can cause the phone to break!
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If the phone is locked and the Mi Account is not tied, the only working way is to use a Fastboot or service center, and all other methods require prior preparation (on USB debugging, backup, etc.).