Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to removing a Google account from a . This phone runs Android One (stock Android), so the process is slightly different from MIUI devices.
Depending on the specific Android security patch version your Mi A1 is running (the device stopped receiving updates after Android 9 Pie), the menu layout might slightly differ. If you cannot find the option using Method 1, try this alternative path often found on stock Android builds: How to remove google account from XIAOMI Mi A1
You may be asked to enter your phone’s screen lock (PIN, pattern, or password) for security verification. Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to removing a
Before diving into the steps, it’s important to understand why this process exists. Google’s security system (FRP) is designed to prevent thieves from using a stolen phone. If you factory reset your Mi A1 without removing the Google account first, the phone will ask for the previous owner’s email and password during initial setup—even after a hard reset. If you cannot find the option using Method