The application Mi Fit from Xiaomi has become a mandatory tool for owners of fitness bracelets Mi Band, smart scales and other ecosystem gadgets. Without registering with the service, you will not be able to synchronize data on steps, sleep, heart rate - in fact, your tracker will turn into a regular watch. This article will help you figure out how to correctly create an account Mi Account (aka Xiaomi Account) directly through the app on Android, even if you have never used brand products before.

We will consider not only the basic registration process, but also nuances: what to do if you do not receive an SMS with a code, how to link existing account to a new phone, and why sometimes the system requires confirmation by email. We will separately look at common errors due to which users lose access to statistics - for example, resetting the smartphone without unfastening the bracelet or using a VPN when logging in for the first time.

All instructions are relevant for the latest versions of the application Mi Fit (including Zepp Life - a new name for some regions) and operating system Android 12-15. If you have a device older than 2018, check compatibility Settings → About phone → Android version.

Preparing for registration: what you need to check before you start

Before downloading Mi Fit, make sure that your smartphone meets the minimum requirements:

  • 📱 Android version: not lower 6.0 (Marshmallow). On devices with Android Go the application may be unstable.
  • 📶 Internet connection: stable Wi-Fi or mobile network (3G/4G/5G). Registration via EDGE often fails with an error.
  • 📧 Valid email or phone number. For some regions (for example, China) you will need a local number.
  • 🔒 Permissions: the application requires access to Contacts (for synchronization), Locations (for GPS tracking) and Notifications.

If you are using Mi Band 7/8 or newer, check compatibility with your smartphone model on the official website Xiaomi. Some functions (for example SpO₂ or stress monitoring) may be blocked on devices without certification Google Play.

⚠️ Attention: If you previously registered in Mi Fit via an account Facebook or Google, and now want to create a new profile, first unlink the old account in the bracelet settings. Otherwise, the data may conflict.
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Downloading and installing Mi Fit on Android

Official application Mi Fit available in two sources:

  1. Google Play —the safest way. Open the store, enter in search Mi Fit and select an application from the developer Xiaomi Inc. (icon - white logo on a green background).
  2. APK file from the site apkmirror.com - relevant for regions where Mi Fit is blocked (for example, in some EU countries). Download only the latest version marked universal.

After installation, do not launch the application immediately. First:

☑️ Preparations before the first launch

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If you downloaded APK, before installation, enable the option Unknown sources in Settings → Security. After installation, this item can be disabled again.

Source Pros Cons
Google Play Automatic updates, virus checking May not be available in some countries
APKMirror Available everywhere, latest versions Manual virus checking, no auto updates
Official website Xiaomi 100% original file Often outdated versions, slow loading

Step-by-step registration of a new Mi Account

After launch Mi Fit you will be greeted by a welcome screen. Click Register (or Sign Up) and select the method:

  • 📞 Phone number —the fastest option. Suitable for Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and most CIS countries.
  • 📧 Email —a universal method, but will require confirmation by mail.
  • 🤖 Google/Facebook account —convenient if you are already authorized in these services.

Consider registering by phone number (recommended method):

  1. Select a country (for example, Russia +7).
  2. Enter the phone number without the first zero (for example, 9123456789).
  3. Press Send code. After 10-30 seconds you will receive an SMS with a 6-digit code.
  4. Enter the code in the confirmation field.
  5. Create a password (minimum 8 characters, with a capital letter and a number).
  6. Agree with Terms of use and Privacy Policy.

If the SMS does not arrive within 2 minutes, check whether your operator is blocking messages from short numbers (for example, Mi Fit sending codes from numbers type 12345). In this case, try registering via email.

What to do if the phone number is already linked to another account?

If you see the message “This number is already in use,” it means you previously registered in Mi Account using the “Forgot your password?” option.

Synchronizing the Mi Band with the application: first launch

After registration Mi Fit you will be prompted to connect the device. To Mi Band the algorithm is as follows:

  1. Put the bracelet on your hand and touch the touch button to connect it. activate.
  2. In the application, click Add device → select your model Mi Band (for example, Mi Smart Band 8).
  3. Allow access to Bluetooth and Locations (required!).
  4. Wait until the bracelet appears in the list of available devices and click on it.
  5. Confirm pairing on the bracelet itself (usually you need to touch the button).

If the device is not located:

  • 🔄 Restart Mi Band (press the button for 10 seconds until you feel vibration).
  • 📱 Restart Bluetooth on your phone (Settings → Connections → Bluetooth → Off/On).
  • 🚫 Make sure that the bracelet is not linked to another phone. To reset the binding, hold down the button for Mi Band 20 seconds until reset.
⚠️ Attention: Some models Mi Band (for example, Mi Band 7 Pro) require enabled GPS on the phone for the first synchronization. This is due to the function Accurate location for tracking runs.
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If you have two smartphones (for example, work and personal), bind the bracelet to only one device. Simultaneous synchronization with two phones leads to the loss of data about steps and sleep.

Setting up the profile and basic parameters

After connecting the bracelet Mi Fit will offer to fill in personal data. This is important for accurate calculation of calories and recommendations:

  • 👤 Gender: affects activity standards.
  • 📏 Height and weight: needed for calculating IMT (body mass index).
  • 🎯 Step goal: default is 8,000, but can be changed to 10,000 or another value.
  • 🛌 Sleep time: specify when you usually go to bed and wake up so that the bracelet more accurately tracks sleep stages.

In the section Settings → Notifications configure:

  • 📩 Alerts: select which notifications (calls, SMS, instant messengers) will be duplicated on the bracelet.
  • 🔔 Alarms: you can create up to 10 smart alarms with vibration.
  • 🚶 Sedentary reminders: The bracelet will vibrate if you sit still for more than an hour.

For models Mi Band 6 and newer, additional options are available:

Settings → Display and brightness → Always-on screen (AOD)

Settings → Heart monitoring → Automatic measurement frequency

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The more accurately you specify personal data (weight, height, age), the more correctly the bracelet will calculate burned calories and stress level.

Solution common problems during registration

Even with the correct actions, users encounter errors. Here are the most common and ways to solve them:

Problem Cause Solution
SMS with code does not arrive Blocking by operator or VPN Try email or disable VPN
"Account blocked" Multiple incorrect password entries Restore access via mi.com/unlock
The bracelet does not sync Outdated firmware Mi Fit Update the application in Google Play
"Device not supported" Old version of Android or uncertified phone Check compatibility on the website Xiaomi

If you see a message "This account is already linked to another device", it means you previously used Mi Band on another phone. To transfer the binding:

  1. On the old phone, open Mi Fit → Profile → My devices.
  2. Click on your bracelet → Unlink device.
  3. On a new phone, repeat the synchronization process.

For models Mi Band 5 and older, when you change your phone, you may need to reset the bracelet to factory settings (hold the button for 20 seconds).

Account security: how not to lose access to data

Many users lose statistics due to loss of access to Mi Account. To avoid this:

  • 🔐 Link a backup email: in the account settings, add an additional address for recovery.
  • 📱 Save a backup: in Mi Fit there is an option to export data to Google Fit or Apple Health.
  • 🔄 Synchronize regularly: open the application at least once every 3 days so that the data from the bracelet is saved to the cloud.
  • 🚫 Do not use one account on several devices at the same time - this may lead to a data conflict.

If you sell or transfer your Mi Band to another person, be sure to:

  1. Unbind the bracelet in Mi Fit (Profile → My devices → Unlink).
  2. Reset the bracelet to factory settings (for Mi Band 7/8: Settings → Advanced → Reset).
  3. Remove the account Xiaomi from the phone if it is no longer needed.
⚠️ Attention: If you reset the phone to factory settings settings without unbinding the bracelet, the new owner of the smartphone can access your health statistics. Always unlink the device before resetting!

FAQ: answers to frequently asked questions

Can I register in Mi Fit without a phone number?

Yes, you can use email. To do this, select Email, enter a valid address and confirm it via an email with a link. Please note that some features (for example Mi Pay) may require pairing your phone.

Why does Mi Fit ask you to verify your identity when logging in?

This is a security requirement if you are logging in from a new device or IP address. The system may request:

  • Code from SMS/email.
  • Answer to the security question (if you set it up).
  • Scan of a document (in rare cases, usually for Chinese accounts).

If you have not passed two-factor authentication, check that you have not is your account hacked?

How to change the language in Mi Fit to Russian?

The application language depends on the language of your smartphone. To change it:

  1. Open Android Settings → System → Language and input.
  2. Add Russian and move it to the first place.
  3. Restart Mi Fit.

For the bracelet, the language changes automatically after synchronization with the phone.

Is it possible to use one Mi Band on two phones?

Technically yes, but this will lead to:

  • Loss of some data (steps, sleep) due to a synchronization conflict.
  • Duplication of notifications.
  • Incorrect operation of functions like Find a phone.

We recommend tying the bracelet to only one device.

How to delete a Mi Account completely?

To delete an account:

  1. Go to the website account.xiaomi.com (open in a browser).
  2. Log in and select Account settings → Delete account.
  3. Confirm the action via SMS/email.

Please note that after deletion, all health statistics will be irretrievably lost!