How to unlock Mi phone if device is locked?

 How to unlock a Mi phone if the device is locked?

How to unlock a Mi phone if the device is locked?

Is your Mi phone locked and you can't remember the password, PIN, pattern, or even your Mi Account information? There are a few things you can do.

1. Hard Reset (Factory Reset via Recovery Mode):

This is one of the most common and effective methods, but it will erase all data on your phone.

Steps:

·        Power off your Mi phone completely.

·        Press and hold the Volume Up key and the Power button simultaneously until the Mi logo appears on the screen. This will boot your phone into Recovery Mode.

·        Use the volume keys to navigate and the power button to select.

·        Select "Wipe Data" (or "Wipe Data/Factory Reset").

·        Confirm "Wipe All Data."

·        Once the process is complete, select "Reboot" and then "Reboot to System."

Very Important to Know:

·        After a hard reset, if an Mi Account was previously linked to the phone, you might be prompted to enter its password to activate the device (FRP—Factory Reset Protection). If you don't remember the Mi Account password, you'll need to proceed to the next method.

·        If you had a Google account synced to your phone, you might be prompted to enter its credentials after a factory reset (Google's FRP—Factory Reset Protection). If you've also forgotten your Google account password, you'll need to recover that separately.

2. Reset Mi Account Password (if device is locked by Mi Account):

If your device is locked due to a forgotten Mi Account password, you can reset it using the following steps:

Steps:

•    Go to the Xiaomi Account password reset page on a computer or another device.

•    Enter your registered phone number, email, or Mi Account ID.
•   Follow the on-screen instructions to receive a verification code and set a new password.
•   Once the password is reset, use the new password on your locked Mi phone to unlock it.

If you don't have access to the phone number or email associated with your Mi Account, you can try to bind a new one to reset your password.

Binding a New Phone Number to Reset Password (if you no longer have access to original phone/email)

Steps:

• Visit https://id.mi.com.
•    Tap on "Forgot password."
•    Enter the phone number or email associated with your account, then click "Restore security info."
  
•    Click "Get started" to begin the process of resetting your recovery phone number. Follow the prompts.
•    Once the new phone number is bound, you can then proceed to reset the password as in method 2.

3. Third-Party Android Unlock Tools (Use with Caution):

There are various third-party software tools like Dr.Fone, iToolab UnlockGo, iMyFone LockWiper (Android), etc., that claim to unlock Android phones, including Xiaomi devices.

How they generally work:

•    Download and install the software on your computer.
•    Connect your Mi phone to the computer via a USB cable.
•    Follow the software's instructions.

 Caution:

•     Be very careful when choosing third-party tools. Some might be scams, contain malware, or not work as advertised.
•    Always download from reputable sources.
•     These tools often come with a cost.
•     Success rates can vary depending on your phone model and Android version.
•     Many of these tools also perform a factory reset, resulting in data loss.

4. Contact Xiaomi Customer Support/Service Center:

If none of the above methods work, or if you're uncomfortable performing these steps yourself, your best option is to contact Xiaomi's official customer support or visit an authorized service center.

•  They can often unlock the device, especially if you can provide proof of purchase and ownership.

 This is the safest method if you're worried about damaging your device or losing data (though data loss might still be a requirement for their process).

• Important Considerations:

  Data Loss: Most unlocking methods, especially hard resets, will erase all data on your phone. If you have important data, try the Mi Account reset first if applicable.

IMEI Number: Keep your phone's IMEI number handy (usually found on the box or SIM tray). It might be required by service centers or for certain unlock applications.

Choose the method that best suits your situation and comfort level. If unsure, starting with the Mi Account reset or contacting official support is recommended.