How To Hard Reset Xiaomi Redmi S2

Abstract: The XIAOMI Redmi S2 (also known as the Redmi Y2 in some markets) is a budget-oriented smartphone that may experience software-related issues such as persistent lag, boot loops, forgotten lock-screen credentials, or system corruption over time. This paper provides a systematic overview of two primary methods to execute a hard reset (factory data reset) on this device: via the Android Settings menu and via the hardware-based Recovery Mode. It also discusses prerequisites, data preservation strategies, and post-reset considerations.

Pick the method that matches your situation: normal (from Settings) if you can unlock and use the phone, or Recovery Mode if you can’t access the OS or have forgotten the lock screen credentials.

If "Find Device" is enabled on your Xiaomi Redmi S2, you may be asked to enter your Mi Account password after the reset to verify your identity. If you do not know the password, you must reset it via the Xiaomi website on a computer before you can use the phone again. This is an anti-theft measure (Factory Reset Protection).

Use this method if you have forgotten your screen lock, your phone is stuck on the boot logo, or the screen is frozen.

Before you begin: Ensure your phone has at least 50% battery to avoid shutting down mid-reset.

Step 1: Turn off the phone completely.

Step 2: Press and hold the Volume Up button and the Power button simultaneously.

Step 3: When the XIAOMI logo (or "MI" logo) appears on the screen, release the Power button but keep holding the Volume Up button.

Step 4: Continue holding Volume Up until you see the MIUI Recovery screen (usually blue or black background with text).

Step 5: You will now navigate using the Volume buttons (to move up/down) and the Power button (to select).

Step 6: Use the Volume Down button to highlight Wipe Data. How to Hard Reset XIAOMI Redmi S2

Step 7: Press the Power button to select it.

Step 8: A new menu appears. Highlight Wipe All Data and press the Power button.

Step 9: The phone will ask you to confirm. Highlight Confirm and press the Power button.

Step 10: Once the process is complete (you will see "Done" or "Complete"), you will be taken back to the main Recovery menu. Highlight Reboot and press the Power button.

The phone will now reboot. The first boot will take significantly longer than usual (up to 10 minutes) as it rebuilds the cache and sets up the factory system. Abstract: The XIAOMI Redmi S2 (also known as

The phone will restart. This first boot may take longer than usual (up to 10 minutes) as the system rebuilds the cache. You will be greeted by the initial setup screen.

Ensure the Redmi S2 has at least 50% battery. If the phone dies during a reset, it could corrupt the operating system.

This is the easiest method, but it requires you to unlock your phone and access the main menu.

Step-by-step instructions:

The phone will reboot. A Chinese or Android robot icon will appear, followed by a progress bar. Wait 2–5 minutes. The phone will restart with the initial "Welcome" screen. Pick the method that matches your situation: normal

  • In the Recovery menu, use the Volume buttons to navigate and Power to select.
  • Choose Wipe data (or Wipe & Reset) → Wipe All Data (or Factory Reset).
  • Confirm the action. The phone will start wiping user data.
  • When finished, select Reboot system now.
  • Wait for the device to restart to the initial setup screen.