Reset Xiaomi

To reset a Xiaomi phone in 2025, you can use one of the following methods depending on whether you have access to the device settings or not:

If you can access the phone (via Settings):

• Go to Settings.
• Tap About phone.
• Select Factory Reset or Backup & reset.
• Tap Erase all data.
• Enter your unlock method, then confirm ^{[1] [4] [6]}.
• The phone will erase all data and restart like new. Make sure you have backed up your important data, as this process deletes everything ^[1].

If you are locked out of the phone (Hard Reset using buttons):

• Turn off the phone completely.
• Press and hold both the Power and Volume Up buttons simultaneously for about 10 seconds, until the device vibrates and enters Recovery Mode ^{[1] [3] [7] [10]}.
• Use the volume buttons to navigate to Wipe data/factory reset, and use the power button to select it.
• Confirm the reset when prompted.
• After the process completes, select Reboot system now to restart your phone ^[10].

Important notes:

• All your personal data will be erased by either reset method. Back up your data if possible before starting ^{[1] [10]}.
• Remove your SIM card as a precaution before performing a reset ^[3].
• The steps above are valid for most Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO devices running MIUI or HyperOS in 2025. However, menu names may differ slightly between models.

If you need to reset another Xiaomi product (such as a TV or router), the process may differ. Let me know if you need details for a specific model or product type.