How to Delete or Deactivate Your Xiaomi Mi Account
Deleting a Mi Account is permanent and cannot be undone. Read the warnings below carefully before proceeding.
Before You Delete: Important Warnings
⚠️ Account deletion is irreversible. All Mi Cloud data, purchase history, and account records will be permanently erased.
Before deleting, you should:
- [ ] Download and back up all Mi Cloud data (photos, contacts, notes) to local storage or another cloud service.
- [ ] Sign out of Mi Account on all linked devices (Settings → Mi Account → Sign out on each device).
- [ ] Note down any Mi Store purchases or warranties linked to this account.
- [ ] Disable Find My Device on all devices tied to the account.
Step-by-Step: Delete Mi Account
On the phone:
1. Settings → Mi Account (or your account name at the top of Settings).
2. Scroll down → tap More settings or Account settings.
3. Tap Delete account.
4. Read the warning and confirm.
5. Verify your identity via email or phone OTP.
6. Confirm deletion — account will be permanently removed.
Via website:
1. Go to account.xiaomi.com.
2. Sign in → Personal info → Close account.
3. Follow the verification steps.
Account Deactivation vs. Deletion
| Option | Effect |
|---|---|
| Sign out | Removes account from device; account still exists; can re-login |
| Delete account | Permanent; all data and services erased; cannot be recovered |
If you're not sure, sign out first rather than deleting.
What Happens to Your Data After Deletion?
- Mi Cloud files: Deleted after a grace period (typically 30 days).
- Purchase records: Erased — warranty claims may require proof of purchase separately.
- Forum posts / Mi Community: Usually anonymized rather than deleted.
- Phone functionality: Your phone continues to work normally — Mi Account is not required for basic Android functions.
Pro Tips
- If you're switching to a new Mi Account (e.g., changing email), you do not need to delete — you can simply sign out and create a new account, then sign in on your phone.
- Xiaomi's account deletion may take up to 15 business days to fully process.
- Keep your phone's Google Account active — this is separate from Mi Account and manages Google services independently.
