How To Hard Reset Redmi Note 9

Here you can learn how to hard reset Redmi Note 9 Android mobile. You can unlock your mobile when you forget your mobile password with these methods.

Some reset methods deletes all your mobile data. So read carefully before reset your mobile.

What is Hard Reset?

A Hard reset is a software restore of an electronic device to its original system state by erasing all of the data that were previously stored on the device.

Here is the detailed guide about Hard Reset

If you have any other problems check out this page Redmi Note 9 Troubleshooting

Hard Reset Redmi Note 9 with Recovery Mode

You can hard reset your Redmi Note 9 mobile with recovery mode without any software or tools.

This Hard reset method will delete

• Photos, videos
• Contacts
• Installed apps and settings etc.

The following tutorial shows all the steps of master resetting Redmi Note 9.

Step 1: First of all, turn off the phone by pressing the Power button for a short while.

Step 2: Then hold down the Volume Up and Power keys together.

Step 3: Next select Wipe Data and Wipe All Data by using the Volume buttons to scroll down, and the Power button to confirm that.

Step 4: Then choose Confirm. Use the Volume buttons to scroll down and the Power key to confirm that.

Step 5: When the process is complete go to Main Menu and select Reboot with the Power button.

Step 6: Confirm that by choosing Reboot to System with the Power key.

Step 7: Successfully completed reset your mobile.

Hard Reset Remotely with Google Find My Device

If you lose your Android device, you can easily find your device if you turn on the Google Find My Device option.

To lock erase or Reset an Android device remotely, make sure that mobile:

• Has power on
• Is connected to mobile data or WiFi
• Is signed in to your Google (Gmail) Account
• Has Find My Device turned on
• Is visible on Google Play

Note: If your mobile is off or is not connected to mobile data or WiFi, you may still find its most recent location if you’ve enabled the Store recent location option.

Steps to Erase Device Remotely:

• Take another mobile or Computer and on a browser, go to android.com/find.
• Sign in with your Google account which is used in your lost mobile.
• The lost device gets a notification.
• Now, You can see your device location (The location is approximate and may not be accurate).
• If you get a prompt on the screen, tap Enable lock & erase.
• Now you can see three options on the screen. 1. Play sound, 2. Secure device, 3. Erase device.
• Select what you want to do.
• Use the erase device option to reset your mobile.

Here is the detailed information about Google Find My Device.

Hard Reset with third-party software

If the above method is not working, you can use some third-party apps to reset or unlock your device.

Here we provide the best software to Reset and unlock your Android mobile.

Check out this link for Best Software’s for Android Mobile Hard Reset.

Additional Information

Google Account Protection (FRP): If you have a Google account linked to your Redmi Note 9 (most likely if you’ve used Google services such as Gmail or Play Store), after performing a factory reset, you may be required to enter the Google account credentials (username and password) that were previously associated with the device. This is a security feature to prevent unauthorized use of a device that has been reset to factory settings.

Mi Account Protection: Similarly, if you have a Mi account linked to your device (Xiaomi’s account system), you may encounter Mi Account protection after a reset. Ensure you have access to the associated Mi account credentials if prompted during setup.

SD Card Considerations: A factory reset generally does not affect data on the external SD card (if your Redmi Note 9 supports expandable storage via SD card). However, it’s a good practice to remove the SD card before performing a reset to avoid any accidental data loss or corruption.

Alternative Reset Methods: If your Redmi Note 9 becomes unresponsive or you’re unable to access settings or recovery mode, you may try a forced restart:

• Press and hold the Power button for about 10-20 seconds until the device restarts. This can sometimes resolve minor software issues without performing a full factory reset.

Software Updates: After performing a hard reset, check for and install any available software updates for your Redmi Note 9. Updates often contain bug fixes, security patches, and performance improvements that can enhance your device’s stability and functionality.

Verification Before Reset: Double-check that you want to proceed with a factory reset. This action cannot be undone and will erase all data on your device’s internal storage. Ensure you have backed up all important data and have considered alternative troubleshooting steps before proceeding.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I put my Redmi Note 9 in recovery mode?

Press the Power key to turn off the mobile. Then hold the Volume Down and Power buttons for a couple of seconds. Let go of the Power key when the Redmi logo shows up. Release Volume Up if Recovery Mode pops up. Now choose Wipe Data. Use the Volume keys to scroll down and the Power button to accept it.

2. What is a fast boot in Redmi?

In Redmi phones, including the Redmi Note 9, “Fastboot” refers to a special boot mode that allows you to flash system images, ROMs (Read-Only Memory), and other firmware files onto the device’s internal storage.

Resources

• Here is the link for Redmi official support (Change your location at the bottom of the page).