Forgot the password on the Xiaomi phone? 7 proven ways to unlock

Introduction: Why the phone is locked and what to do

You picked up your Xiaomi to check your messages, but the screen insists on entering your password — and you don't remember it. PIN-The reasons are trivial: the infrequent use of lock, the change of password on another device, or even the accidental pressing of a child, which activated the protection, POCO X3 Mi 11 Lite is possible without data loss if you do it right.

The rule is, don't enter your password at random, and after 5-10 failed attempts, the system can lock the device for 5 minutes, an hour, or even require a reset.

• 🔌 Removing the battery (on modern Xiaomi it is not removable).
• 🔄 Hard reboot power button (data will be saved, but locking – no).
• 📱 Installation different SIM-Cards (if not linked to your Mi Account).

In this article, you can find the most current ways to unlock for 2026, from the simplest (via Mi Account) to radical (reset via Fastboot). MIUI and availability of backup copy.

Method 1: Unlocking through Mi Account (if the phone is tied)

The fastest and most secure method is to use a Xiaomi account that works on all devices with MIUI 12 and later if:

• 📧 Remember the email and password from your Mi Account.
• 📶 The phone is connected to the Internet (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 🔒 On the lock screen there is a button "Forgot the password?".

Instructions:

1. On the lock screen, tap on "Forgot Password?" (or "Forgot Password?").
2. Enter the email or phone number associated with your Mi Account.
3. Confirm the entrance through SMS-account code.
4. Create a new one. PIN-code.

⚠️ Warning: If the phone is not connected to the network, this method will not work. 9A s MIUI 13) the button "Forgot your password?" may not be available - in this case, proceed to the next method.

Method 2: Reset password through Find Device (remote)

If your phone is linked to your Mi Account but you don't have a "Forgot Password?" button, try a remote reset via Find Device. This is Xiaomi's official tool that allows you to:

• 📍 Determine the location of the device.
• 🔊 Activate the beep.
• 🔒 Remove the lock password (on some models).

Step-by-step:

1. Go to i.mi.com and log in.
2. Select a locked phone from the list of devices.
3. Click on "Delete Data" (or "Erase Device").
4. Confirm the action via SMS or email.

⚠️ Note: This method removes all data from your phone, including photos, contacts and apps. Use it only if there is no backup or it is outdated, POCO F4) The password reset function via Find Device can be disabled by the manufacturer.

Method 3: Unlocking through ADB (for advanced users)

If the phone is debugging on USB (USB Debugging, you can delete the password through the command ADB. This method is suitable for Xiaomi models with unlocked bootloader or root rights, but requires a computer and minimal technical skills.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (original, undamaged).
• 📦 Installed drivers Xiaomi and Android SDK Platform-Tools.

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC.


2. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux).




3. Enter the commands in order:




adb shell




su




rm /data/system/gesture.key (for pattern lock)




or




rm /data/system/password.key (for PIN-code)




4.Reboot phone: adb reboot

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with MIUI 14 and later, this method may not work due to enhanced security, and after resetting the password, you may need to re-assign the Mi Account.

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If the su command doesn't work, you don't have root permissions. Try unlocking the bootloader first through the Mi Unlock Tool (method 5).

Method 4: Hard Reset via Recovery Mode (Data Loss)

If none of the previous methods worked, it's a factory reset, which will delete all the data, but unlock the phone, and works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi, POCO and Mi series.

How to reset:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power Button + Volume up for 10-15 seconds at the same time until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select "Wipe Data" (use volume buttons for navigation, power button for confirmation).
4. Confirm the reset by selecting "Wipe All Data".
5. After completion, select "Reboot".

⚠️ Important: On some models (for example, POCO F5) After the reset, you may need to enter data from the Mi Account that was previously linked (FRP-If you don't remember, email/Password, phone will become a “brick” – it can be unlocked only through the official service Xiaomi.

Method 5: Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (for tech-savvy)

If you're ready for experimentation, you can unlock the bootloader through the official Mi Unlock Tool, which will flash custom recovery (like TWRP) and manually delete the password.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool and install it on PC.
2. Press the Power button + Volume down on the phone turned off to log into the Fastboot.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and start the Mi Unlock Tool.
4. Sign in to the Mi Account linked to the phone.
5. Click Unlock and wait until it is completed (it can take up to 72 hours due to Xiaomi restrictions).

After unlocking the loader:

• 📥 Install. TWRP Recovery for your model.
• 🔧 Through TWRP delete files /data/system/gesture.key or password.key.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Warning: Unlocking the bootloader resets the phone to factory settings and cancels the warranty. MIUI 14 and later may require a wait of 168 hours (7 days) between unlock attempts.

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Mi Unlock Tool is the only official way to unlock a bootloader, but it takes patience: Xiaomi artificially delays the process to protect users from data theft.

Method 6: Contact Xiaomi Service Center (guarantee case)

If all independent attempts to unlock failed, you can contact the official service center Xiaomi.

• 🔐 Phone's locked. FRP (Requires an old Mi Account).
• 📱 The model was released less than a year ago (the warranty is valid).
• 💳 You have a check or a box of IMEI.

What to bring with you:

• 📄 Passport (for proof of identity).
• 📦 Phone box (c) IMEI).
• 💳 Check or warranty card (if any).
• 📧 Mi Account details (if you remember).

The cost of unlocking the service varies from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles, depending on the model and the reason for the lock. On the Redmi and POCO models 2023-2026, the procedure can take up to 3 days due to security checks.

Method 7: Alternative methods (at your own risk)

There are dozens of "magic" ways to unlock the Internet, from entering secret codes to using paid software, 90% of which do not work or are dangerous.

1.Reset via Google Find My Device (only for Android 8 and older)

• 🔗 Go to Google Find My Device.
• 📱 Select a locked phone (should be linked to a Google account).
• 🔄 Press "Erase device".

⚠️ It only works if the phone has been enabled Find My Device and has access to the Internet.

2 Use of programs such as Dr.Fone or iMyFone LockWiper

These tools promise to delete the password without losing data, but:

• 💰 Costs between $30 and $50.
• 🔍 Requires PC connection and debugging USB.
• ⚠️ Nana MIUI 13/14 Often not working due to Xiaomi protection.

⚠️ Warning: Paid unlockers often contain viruses or fail to deliver.Before buying, check reviews on independent sites (e.g. Reddit).

FAQ: Frequent questions about unlocking Xiaomi