How to Use Xiaomi’s My Home (Mi Home) App: The Complete Guide

Xiaomi’s My Home app (formerly Mi Home) is the central control panel for all devices in the brand’s smart home ecosystem, and it can connect and control more than 2,000 compatible gadgets, from light bulbs and outlets to robot vacuum cleaners and security systems. But despite its intuitive interface, beginners often have questions about how to add a device, configure automation, or fix connectivity errors.

In this article, we’ll look at all the key features of the My Home app for 2026, including hidden features that the manufacturer doesn’t advertise. You’ll learn how to sync devices between different accounts, create complex scenarios with time triggers or sensors, and what to do if the gadget is not determined by the system.

The material will be useful both for owners of the first Xiaomi devices (for example, Yeelight or Aqara) and for experienced users who want to optimize the existing system. All instructions are relevant for the latest versions of the application on Android and iOS, taking into account the features of regional firmware (including: CN, EU and RU).

Installation and first launch of the My Home app

Before installing, check that your smartphone meets the minimum requirements: Android 6.0+ or iOS 12.0+. The My Home app weighs about 150-200MB, but it will require another 500MB of free space on the device to work smoothly, which is due to caching of device and script data.

Download the application from official sources:

• 📱 Android: Google Play (avoid third-party play) APK — They may contain malicious code).
• 🍎 iOS: App Store (only for regions where Xiaomi is available).
• 🌍 For China: Use the Mi App Store or APKMirror (but note that the Chinese version may require a phone number binding). +86).

After installation:

1. Open the app and select the language (we recommend Russian or English – other localizations may contain errors).
2. Click Sign up or Sign in if you already have a Xiaomi account (you can use email, phone number or other services). Google/Facebook).
3. Confirm registration through SMS or email (code valid for 5 minutes).
4. Select the server region: Russia or Europe is the best option for Russia (China server can block some functions outside of China).

⚠️ Note: If you choose a China server, some devices (e.g. Xiaomi Robot Vacuum) may require Chinese firmware. Changing the region later will require a complete reset of all devices!

Connecting devices to My Home: step-by-step instructions

The process of adding devices to My Home is universal for most Xiaomi gadgets, but there are nuances for different categories: for example, sensors (movements, door openings) connect through the gateway, and smart lamps directly over Wi-Fi. Let's consider both options.

Method 1: Connect via Wi-Fi (lamps, sockets, cameras)

For devices with direct connection:

1. Turn the device into a socket (for lamps - turn on / off 3 times in a row).
2. In the My Home app, click + → Add the device.
3. Select a category (e.g. Lighting) → Smart lamp) and model (if you don’t know, choose Unknown device).
4. Connect to the device’s temporary Wi-Fi network (the name will be type) Xiaomi_XXXX).
5. Return to the app and wait for the setup to be completed (up to 2 minutes).

Method 2: Connecting through a gateway (sensors, switches)

Sensors (Aqara, Mijia) require a gateway (e.g., Xiaomi Mi Smart Home Gateway):

1. Connect the gateway to the outlet and wait for the blue flashing of the indicator.
2. In My Home, add the gateway as a new device (Gategory Gateway).
3. After connecting the gateway, press Add the subduction and activate the sensor (for example, press the button on the body of the motion sensor).

⚠️ Note: If the device is not connected, check: 📶 The router runs at 2.4 GHz (most Xiaomi devices do not support 5 GHz). 🔒 In the router settings, turn off Filtration MAC-Addresses and Customer Isolation. 🔄 Reboot the device (remove/insert batteries or disconnect from the network for 10 seconds).

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Setting up rooms and grouping devices

Organizing devices into rooms and groups simplifies control and allows you to create local scenarios, for example, you can set up the switching off of all the lamps in the bedroom with one tap or the start of the air humidifier when you open the window in the nursery.

To add a room:

1. In the main menu My Home click on ⋯ → Room management.
2. Select Add room and specify the name (e.g. Kitchen, Living room).
3. Drag the devices into the created room (hold the device icon with your finger).

For grouping of devices (e.g., several lamps in one "zone"):

1. Select the devices with a long tap.
2. Click Group and name (e.g. Light in the room).
3. Now the group can be controlled as one device (turn on/off all lamps at the same time).

Important: device groups can be used in scenarios, but not all models support synchronous control. For example, Yeelight lamps will flash synchronously, and Mi Smart Plug sockets can turn on with a delay of up to 2 seconds.

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If the device is missing from the room after updating the app, try restarting My Home or resetting the cache in your phone settings. Often this solves the problem without reconnecting.

Creation of scenarios and automation

One of the key benefits of My Home is the ability to customize automatic scenarios by time, location or events from sensors.

• 🌅 Dawn: Lamps gradually turn on at 7:00, and the coffee maker begins to make coffee.
• 🚪 Opening the door: the light in the hallway turns on and the camera starts.
• 🌡️ Temperature: Air conditioning is turned on if the room is above 25°C.

To create a script:

1. Go to the Scripts section → Add.
2. Select Terms (time, sensor, geolocation) and Action (on/off device, send notification).
3. Set up delays (for example, the lights will turn off 5 minutes after leaving).
4. Save the script and activate it.

For advanced users, complex scenarios with multiple conditions (logical "I"/"OR") are available.

IF (motion sensor SROBOTAL)


And (time between 20:00 and 23:00)




And (lighting < 50 lux)




Turn the lamp on at 70% brightness.

⚠️ Attention: Geolocation scenarios (when leaving home) consume a smartphone battery. Use them only for critical tasks (e.g., turning off the iron). To save energy, you should adjust the scenario to time or motion sensor.

Voice management and integration with other services

My Home supports voice control via Alice (Yandex), Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. To do this, you need to link your Xiaomi account with the voice assistant:

Connection to Alice (Yandex)

1. Open the Yandex app with Alice.
2. Go to Devices → Add the device → Xiaomi.
3. Enter the login/password from My Home account.
4. Allow access to devices (you can select specific gadgets).

Now you can say, "Alice, turn on the light in the living room," or "Alice, start the vacuum cleaner."

Connecting to Google Assistant

1. In the Google Home app, click + → Set up the device → More options. → Xiaomi Mi Home.
2. Log in and select the devices for synchronization.
3. Voice commands: "OK Google, turn off the socket in the kitchen."

Limitations of voice control:

• 🚫 Not all devices are supported (for example, some Aqara sensors are not visible in Alice).
• 🔄 Delay in execution of commands can reach 3-5 seconds.
• 🌍 Working outside of Russia may be required VPN.

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Voice assistants make it easier to control, but for critical tasks (such as turning off the gas), it is better to use physical switches or scripts in My Home itself.

Solving common problems

Even in Xiaomi’s stable ecosystem, there are disruptions, and here are the typical problems and ways to fix them:

If the device is permanently shut down, check:

• 📶 Wi-Fi signal at the installation site (use the Wi-Fi Analyzer app to check signal strength).
• ⚡ Does the socket power enough current (some smart sockets require 10A).
• 🔄 Availability of firmware updates (in Device Settings) → Update).

Critical error: if after updating My Home all devices disappeared from the list, DO NOT delete the application! → Account Recovery (required) SMS-confirmation).

Smart Home Security: How to Protect Data

Xiaomi’s smart devices are transferring data to the company’s servers, raising privacy concerns.

Basic protection measures:

• 🔐 Use a complex password for your Xiaomi account (at least 12 characters with numbers and special signs).
• 🛡️ Enable two-factor authentication in your account settings.
• 🌐 Do not connect devices to public Wi-Fi (only use a home network with encryption) WPA2/WPA3).
• 📱 Regularly check the list of connected devices in Settings → Security.

Additional settings for experienced users:

• 🔧 Disable Send Diagnostics in the Application Settings (Section About the Program).
• 🌍 If you are using the Chinese version of My Home, install it. VPN with access to Hong Kong or Singapore for stable employment.
• 🔄 For critical devices (such as door locks), set up local control via the Xiaomi Gateway so that they work without the internet.

⚠️ Warning: Don’t buy Xiaomi devices with root access or modified firmware! These gadgets may contain backdoors for remote management and don’t receive official security updates.

FAQ: Frequent questions about my home