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Xiaomi: Set Up Unlock with Bluetooth Device

If your Xiaomi phone stays locked even though your paired Bluetooth accessory is nearby, the Unlock with Bluetooth device feature is probably still off. Once active, the phone unlocks automatically near that device and stays unlocked as long as the connection holds. This only works with Xiaomi's own Bluetooth accessories, not with third-party headphones or wearables.

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Set Up Unlock with Bluetooth Device auf Xiaomi

Unlock with Bluetooth device keeps your Xiaomi phone unlocked automatically whenever a paired Bluetooth accessory is within range. As soon as the connection drops, the lock screen returns and a PIN, pattern or fingerprint is required again.

This feature is limited to Xiaomi's own Bluetooth accessories. Third-party earbuds, smartwatches or fitness trackers from other brands will not appear as valid unlock devices, even if they pair normally over Bluetooth.

Where to enable it

Open SettingsPasswords & securityUnlock with Bluetooth device. Tap Enable Unlock device and follow the on-screen steps to select the compatible accessory you want to use.

Once set up, the phone checks the Bluetooth connection continuously. Walking away from the accessory or turning off its Bluetooth breaks the link and locks the phone again immediately.

This convenience feature is not meant as the main security layer. Anyone standing close to your paired accessory can also unlock the phone, so avoid it in shared workspaces or public settings where the accessory might be within range of other people.

Frequently asked questions

Only Xiaomi's own Bluetooth accessories are supported for this feature. Third-party headphones, earbuds or smartwatches will not appear under Unlock with Bluetooth device even when paired successfully.