Unlock Xiaomi Redmi Go: all ways to remove the lock screen, account and bootloader

Xiaomi Redmi Go is a budget smartphone based on Android Go Edition, which is still in demand due to its simplicity and reliability. However, even such a device is not immune to problems: a forgotten pattern lock, locked Mi Account after reset or activated bootloader can turn a gadget into a “brick.” In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to unlock Redmi Go in 2026, from standard to emergency, taking into account the features of the model.

It is important to understand that Redmi Go runs on a simplified version of Android 8.1 Oreo (Go Edition), which imposes restrictions on some methods. ADB It works differently here than on full-fledged Android versions, and it doesn't support the Mi Unlock Tool for the official bootloader unlocker, so you'll have to use workarounds. We have put together proven instructions to help you regain access to your smartphone without losing data (where possible) or with minimal risk.

If you're here after a failed reset or a used phone with a tied account, don't panic. Most of the locks on Redmi Go are removed without going to the service center, and the main thing is to follow the algorithm and not miss the steps.

1. unlock the screen: pattern lock, PIN or password

Forgotten pattern lock or PIN-Code is the most common problem, and Redmi Go has several ways to solve it, depending on whether the device is debugging on the device. USB (ADB) and whether a Google account is linked.

If the debugging is not enabled and the Google account is not tied, then there is only a hard reset, which will delete all the data, and if one of the conditions is met, there is a chance of saving the files.

• 🔓 Method 1: Google account — works if the phone is connected to the Internet and synced with Google. After 5 incorrect attempts to enter, the button "Forgot password" will appear?».
• 🖥️ Method 2: Through ADB (if debugging is enabled – allows you to delete the gesture.key or password.key file responsible for blocking.
• ⚙️ Method 3: Through Recovery Mode – reset to factory settings (data will be erased).
• 📱 Method 4: Through Mi Account (if tied) – suitable for devices with active Xiaomi account binding.

Let’s look at each method in more detail.

1.1 Unblocking through Google account (without data loss)

This method works if:

• 📶 The phone is connected to mobile internet or Wi-Fi.
• 🔗 Google account is linked and synced on the device.
• 🔢 You have entered the wrong password/key at least 5 times.

After the fifth failed attempt, the screen will see a message: "Forgot the pattern lock?" or "Forgot the password?"

1. Enter the email address associated with the device.
2. Enter the password from your Google account.
3. Reset the screen lock through the options offered.

⚠️ Note: If Redmi Go has a backup password (in the security settings), this method may not work.

1.2. Unlocking through ADB (if debugging is on USB)

If the phone is debugging on USB (Settings → For developers → Debugging by USB), You can delete the lock file through the computer:

• 🖥️ Computer with drivers installed ADB.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📂 Google Platform Tools (Download and Unpack).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Redmi Go to your computer via USB.
2. Open the command line (Win) + R → Type in cmd and go to the folder with Platform Tools:

cd C:\platform-tools

1. Check if the computer can see the device:

adb devices

If you get a serial number, it's okay. If you don't, install the drivers or try another cable.

1. Enter the command to delete the lock file:

adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key

For PIN/use the password:

adb shell rm /data/system/password.key

1. Reboot the phone:

adb reboot

After the reboot, the lock will be reset.Warning: this method does not work on all Redmi Go firmware - if the file is not deleted, try an alternative command:

adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db

⚠️ Note: If the lock is left after deleting the files, and the phone requests a password when turned on, then the data encryption is activated on the device.

1.3 Hard reset via Recovery Mode (deletes all data)

If the previous methods didn't work, you'll reset to factory settings, which will delete all the data, including photos, contacts and apps.

1. Turn off Redmi Go.
2. Press the Power + Volume buttons up at the same time and hold for 10-15 seconds until the Mi logo appears.
3. Release the buttons and you will be taken to Recovery Mode.
4. Use volume buttons for navigation and power button for selection.
5. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (or Factory Reset)
6. Confirm the action and wait for the reset to be completed.
7. Choose Reboot. → Reboot to System.

Once you reboot, the phone will look like new, and if you have a request to enter your Mi Account after the reset, read the next section.

2 Unlock Mi Account after resetting settings

If you reset Redmi Go to factory settings, and you have a request to enter Mi Account on the screen, it means that the device was tied to a Xiaomi account. This is the theft protection that activates after the reset. Without data from the previous owner, it is officially impossible to unlock the phone, but there are workarounds.

On the Redmi Go (tiare model), Mi Account protection is simplified compared to Xiaomi flagships, so the chances of unlocking are higher. However, none of the methods guarantees 100% results - it all depends on the firmware version and the region of the device.

• 📧 Method 1: Official Access Restoration – If you are an account owner.
• 🔧 Method 2: Bypassing the test mode (EDL) — power-user.
• 📱 Method 3: Fastboot Flashing – removes the account binding.
• 💻 Method 4: Using firmware vulnerabilities – works on older versions.

2.1 Official restoration of access to Mi Account

If your phone is yours, but you have forgotten your account details:

1. Go to the Mi Account website.
2. Click on “Forgot your password?” and follow the recovery instructions.
3. If you have a phone number or backup email attached, confirm access.
4. After recovery, enter the data on the phone.

If your account is not yours (the phone is purchased by a used user), try contacting the previous owner. Xiaomi does not provide account details even when requested for support.

⚠️ Warning: Buying phones with a blocked Mi Account through bulletin boards is a common scam. Before buying a used Redmi Go, always ask the seller to reset the account in front of you.

Bypassing Mi Account through Test Mode (EDL Mode)

This method requires special hardware (a firmware box, such as a UFi Box or EasyJTAG) and is only suitable for advanced users (EDL) and the clean image of the system.

Without boxing, you can try the hardware method of entering the box. EDL:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Hold the Loud up. + Loud down and plug in. USB-computer-wire.
3. Hold the buttons for 20 to 30 seconds. If the screen is black and Qualcomm appears in the Device Manager. HS-USB QDLoader 9008 - You are in mode EDL.

You will need to flash your phone through the Mi Flash Tool using an authorized Xiaomi account (for new firmware), which is unstable on Redmi Go due to the limitations of Android Go Edition.

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If you don't have a firmware box, you can try to find a patched firmware for Redmi Go with remote Mi Account verification online, but these firmware often contain malicious code — use them at your own risk.

Fastboot flashing (deletes Mi Account)

The most reliable way to remove the link to the account is to flash the phone through Fastboot.

• 🖥️ Computer with Mi Flash Tool.
• 📂 Official or custom firmware for Redmi Go (model tiare).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable.

Instructions:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi Go (select Global or China, depending on the model).
2. Unpack the archive in a folder without Cyrillic characters.
3. Install the Mi Flash Tool.
4. Turn off the phone and transfer it to Fastboot Mode:

Press Power + Volume down for 10 seconds.

1. Connect the phone to the computer.
2. Start the Mi Flash Tool, select the folder with the firmware.
3. Press Refresh – the program must detect the device.
4. Select Clean All mode and press Flash.
5. Wait for the firmware to be completed (5-10 minutes).

Once you reboot, the phone will unlock, but all the data will be erased, and if the firmware doesn't work, it means that the device has activated recoil protection, and you need to have a deeper flashing through the device. EDL.

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If Redmi Go is blocked on Mi Account after a reset, the most reliable way is through Fastboot. Official methods of account recovery work only for owners.

3. Unlock the bootloader on Xiaomi Redmi Go

Xiaomi Redmi Go does not support official unlocking of the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool, like other Xiaomi devices.This is due to the fact that the model runs on Android Go Edition and is not designed for custom firmware. TWRP custom-based.

We warn you that unlocking the bootloader on Redmi Go is a risky procedure, which can lead to:

• 🚨 Loss of warranty (if it is still valid).
• 🔄 Unstable system operation (due to unoptimized firmware).
• 🔌 Complete loss of performance (if the process is interrupted).

If you do, here are the available methods:

• 🔓 Method 1: Through vulnerabilities in firmware - for older versions of software.
• 🖥️ Method 2: Fastboot (unofficial method) – requires special commands.
• 📱 Method 3: Through EDL Mode is the most reliable, but complex.

Unlocking via Fastboot (unofficial method)

This method works on the firmware before MIUI 10.2.2.0, you'll need it:

• 🖥️ Computer with ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔌 USB-cable.
• 📂 File. unlock_bootloader.img (You can find it on forums, for example, XDA Developers).

Instructions:

1. Download and unpack. unlock_bootloader.img to the Platform Tools folder.
2. Transfer your phone to Fastboot Mode (Power + Volume Down).
3. Connect to your computer and check for device detection:

fastboot devices

1. Squeeze the unlock file:

fastboot flash unlock unlock_bootloader.img

1. Reboot the phone:

fastboot reboot

If after restarting the loader is unlocked - you can install TWRP Or custom firmware. If you don't, try the method through EDL.

⚠️ Note: On new Redmi Go firmware, this method can result in a device locking with Mi Account input.Be prepared to run through the firmware. EDL.

3.2 Unlocking through EDL Mode (for experienced users)

This is the most reliable way to unlock the bootloader, but it requires:

• 🖥️ Special authorized Xiaomi account for firmware.
• 📂 Firmware in.mbn format for Redmi Go.
• 🔧 Mi Flash Tool or QFil.

Instructions:

1. Transfer the phone to EDL Mode (see section 2.2).
2. Connect to your computer – Qualcomm device must be determined HS-USB QDLoader 9008.
3. Start the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware and press Flash.
4. After the firmware loader will be unlocked.

This method is guaranteed to work, but it requires skills. EDL — It is better to contact the service.

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Before unlocking the bootloader, back up important data. Even if the process is successful, custom firmware on Redmi Go often runs unstable due to the device's limited resources.

4 Unlock if the phone is not turned on (black screen, freeze)

If Redmi Go doesn’t respond to buttons, doesn’t load, or hangs on the Mi logo, the reasons may be different:

• 🔋 Battery is dead (even if the phone shows no signs of life).
• 📱 Firmware failure after failed update.
• 🔌 Problems with iron (damaged plume, charging connector, etc.).
• 🔄 Freeze after reset (for example, due to Mi Account).

Before you bring your phone to the service, try these methods:

Forced resetting

If the phone is stuck on the logo or does not respond:

1. Press the power button for 20-30 seconds.
2. If it doesn’t help, then cut the food. + Volume up for 15 seconds.
3. Connect the charger and try again.

If the phone turned on after that, the problem was a temporary failure. If not, move on to the next method.

Charging in the off state

Sometimes the Redmi Go doesn't turn on because of a fully discharged battery, even if the indicator isn't on.

1. Connect the original charger.
2. Leave the phone to charge for at least 1 hour (even if there is no indication).
3. Try to turn on while holding the power. + Loudness up.

If the phone doesn’t show signs of life after an hour, the problem may be in the power controller or battery.

4.3. Firmware through Fastboot/EDL black-screened

If the phone doesn’t turn on but is responding to a connection to a computer (vibrates, defined as a device), try flashing it into a blind one:

1. Connect the phone to the PC.
2. Hold the Loud up. + Loudness down and hold for 30 seconds (to enter the EDL).
3. If the device is identified as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 – Sweep it through the Mi Flash Tool.
4. If not, try flashing through Fastboot (even if the screen isn’t working).

Fastboot commands (if the phone is identified):

fastboot flash boot boot.img


fastboot flash system system.img




fastboot flash recovery recovery.img




fastboot reboot

If the phone is not detected in Fastboot or in EDL — The problem is likely hardware (a damaged Boot partition or memory), in which case only repairs will help.

5. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

When you unlock Xiaomi Redmi Go, users often face typical problems, and we have collected the most common errors and ways to solve them.

If you encounter an error that is not in the table, describe it in the comments - we will try to help.

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90% of Redmi Go unlock errors are due to incorrect firmware or driver absence. Always check for compatibility with the tiare model!

6. Alternative methods of unlocking (at your own risk)

If the standard methods didn't work, you can try informal methods, they don't guarantee success and can damage the device, but sometimes they save you in desperate situations.

6.1. Use of vulnerabilities in firmware (exploits)

On the old versions. MIUI red