: Navigate to Settings > Additional Settings > Developer Options . Turn on OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging . Bind Your Device : In the same Developer Options menu, tap Mi Unlock Status .
Sign in using the currently logged into your Step 3: Enter Fastboot Mode
: Go to Settings > About Phone and tap on MIUI Version seven times until you see "You are now a developer!".
Unlocking the bootloader on your is the first step toward installing custom ROMs, rooting your device, or exploring advanced system modifications. Because this device originally launched with a locked bootloader to ensure system security, you must use Xiaomi’s official Mi Unlock Tool to gain access. Critical Pre-Check
Download the latest version of the Mi Unlock Tool from the official Xiaomi Global Support page. Extract the ZIP file and run miflash_unlock.exe .
Tap . You should receive a "Successfully added" toast notification. Step 2: Prepare the Mi Unlock Tool on PC
: Unlocking the bootloader erases all user data . Ensure you perform a full backup before starting.
Turn off Wi-Fi and (a SIM card with data is required for this step).
To begin, you must authorize your phone to communicate with Xiaomi's servers for the unlock.
: You need a Windows PC, a stable USB cable, and an active Mi Account. Step 1: Enable Developer Options & Bind Account
