Where to find a blacklist on Xiaomi phone: the full guide 2026

Do you get annoying calls from unfamiliar numbers or want to block contact forever? Xiaomi smartphones have a built-in blacklist that lets you filter unwanted calls and SMS. But where exactly do you look for it in the latest versions of MIUI 14 and MIUI 15? Many users get lost in settings, especially after updates - the interface changes and the old instructions stop working.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways to access the blacklist on Xiaomi, including hidden paths for different models (from the budget Redmi to the flagship Xiaomi 14), learn how to add a number manually, set up automatic spam blocking and even restore the list after a phone reset, and also unique MIUI chips that are not written about in standard instructions, such as how to block numbers for keywords in SMS.

Important: Blacklist features may vary depending on regional firmware (Global, China, EEA) and MIUI version.We have taken into account all the nuances and prepared up-to-date screenshots for 2026.

1. Standard method: through the application "Phone"

The most obvious way is to use the built-in Phone app (the handset icon), which works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 and Xiaomi 13T, if you have official firmware installed.

1. Open the phone app (don’t confuse it with Contacts!).
2. Click on three dots in the upper right corner (⋮) → Select Settings.
3. Scroll down to Block and Spam (or Blacklist in older versions).
4. Slip on the Black List - all blocked numbers will be displayed here.

If you have MIUI 15, the interface may look different: instead of Blocking and spam, look for the Protect tab with the shield icon. In some regional versions (for example, for India), this section is called Call Blocking.

Make sure the number is saved in the contacts (if you need to block by name)

Check if the Do Not Disturb mode is on (it can block the lock)

Disable duplicate applications to block calls (e.g. Truecaller)

Sync contacts with Mi Account if you want to save the list after resetting-->

An important nuance: in MIUI, the blacklist does not block numbers in messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram). It works only for standard calls and SMS. To block messengers, you need to use their built-in functions.

2. Alternative path: through the "Settings" of the system

Not everyone knows, but the blacklist is duplicated in the system settings, which is convenient if you don't want to search for the Phone app or it's hidden in the folder.

1. Open the settings (cog icon).
2. Go to the Apps → Application management.
3. In the search bar, enter the Phone and select the system application.
4. Slip the Permits. → Additionally. → Blacklist.

This is especially useful if you have custom firmware or modified MIUI, where standard paths can be changed, and you can see what other apps have access to your blacklist (like Google Phone, if you installed one).

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3.Where the blacklist is physically stored (for advanced)

If you want to export a blacklist or transfer it to another phone, it’s helpful to know where it’s stored in the device’s memory. At Xiaomi, the lock data is stored in the system database:

/data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db

To access this file, you will need root rights or ADB-Without them, the system won't allow you to read this folder:

1. Go to Settings → About Phone → Backup.
2. Choose Local Backup and create an archive.
3. The archive will contain the file com.android.providers.contacts, which stores the blacklist data.

Warning: editing system files without knowledge can lead to data loss or phone malfunctions.If you just need to move the list to another Xiaomi, it’s easier to use sync via Mi Account (more on that below).

4. Features of the blacklist in different versions of MIUI

The functionality of the blacklist depends on the firmware version, and the table below shows the key differences for the popular versions of MIUI:

MIUI 15 has a feature that automatically categorizes spam, and now the phone can detect fraudulent calls (such as from "banking services") and prompt them to block them, to enable this option:

1. Open the Settings. → Privacy.
2. Select Call Security.
3. Activate the Spam Filtering Switch.

Note: This feature only works with an internet connection, as it uses Xiaomi’s cloud database.

5. How to add a number to the blacklist: all ways

Add a number to the blacklist on Xiaomi in six different ways.

• 📞 From the call log: long pressing of the number → Lock down.
• 👤 From Contacts: Open Contact → three-point → Lock down.
• ➕ Manual input: in the blacklist menu, click Add and enter the number.
• 📧 Isa SMS: pressing → Block the sender.
• 🔍 By Keyword: In the lock settings add a word (such as “credit”), and all SMS It'll be blocked with it.
• 📥 Import from file: in MIUI 15 You can download a list of numbers from.txt or.csv.

Important: if you block a number through Google Messages (Google's SMS app), it won't get on Xiaomi's system blacklist.

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To block all numbers with unknown identifiers (such as spam calls with swapped numbers), turn on the option “Block Unknown Numbers” in the blacklist settings.

6 How to Restore a Blacklist After Resetting Your Phone

If you have done a hard reset or reflashed your phone, the blacklist can be restored in two ways:

1. Through Mi Account: Log in to your Xiaomi account after reset. Go to Settings → Mi Account → Sync. Enable Contact and Call Sync.

Backup copy.

• Connect your phone to your PC and find the MIUI/backup/AllBackup folder.
• Copy the file with the backup date to the new phone.
• Restore data through Settings → Backup.

If the synchronization is not working, check:

• 🔄 Internet connection (necessarily stable).
• 🔑 Correctness of the entered password from Mi Account.
• 📱 Presence of the latest version MIUI (In older versions, blacklist synchronization may not be supported).

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Synchronizing the blacklist through Mi Account only works if you turned it on before you reset your phone, and if you don't, you can only restore the list from a local backup.

7.The problems with the blacklist and their solutions

Sometimes the blacklist on Xiaomi doesn't work properly, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If none of the methods helped, try resetting the settings of the phone application:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone. → Warehouse.
3. Click Clear Data and Reset Settings.

⚠️ Note: After resetting the phone app settings, you will have to reconfigure all call settings, including fast dialing and tone signals.

8 Third-party applications for extended locking

If Xiaomi’s built-in blacklist isn’t enough, you can use third-party apps that offer additional features such as:

• 🌍 Global spam databases (e.g. Truecaller or Hiya).
• 📊 Call statistics (how many times a blocked number called).
• 🔕 Quiet blocking (without notifications of missed calls).
• 📤 Export/Import Lists to the Cloud.

The best apps for Xiaomi:

• 📱 Truecaller is the largest spam number database, but requires registration.
• 🛡️ Hiya – lightweight ad-free app, integrates with the system blacklist.
• 🔒 Blacklist Plus – allows you to block on a schedule (for example, at night).
• 📞 Call Control – supports geolocation locking (e.g., all numbers from another region).

⚠️ Warning: Some apps (like Truecaller) can slow down your phone if they have too many resolutions. Once installed, check your battery settings and turn off auto-start to save resources.

In order for the third-party application to work correctly, it must be granted the rights:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Permissions.
2. Find a locking app and turn on: Calls (log access), SMS (read messages), Autorun (to work in the background).

FAQ: Frequent questions about the blacklist on Xiaomi