Getting annoying calls from spammers or scammers? Xiaomi’s MIUI-based smartphones offer several ways to block unwanted numbers, from built-in blacklisting to third-party apps. In this article, we’ll look at all the current methods for MIUI versions 12, 13 and 14, including hidden features and nuances for different models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T, etc.).
It is important to understand that blocking works not only for incoming calls, but also for the purpose of SMS-And the blocked contacts won't see that their number is blacklisted, and the calls will be automatically reset and the messages will be sent to a hidden folder. SIM-map, blacklist settings apply to all SIMs at the same time.
At the end of this article, you'll find answers to a lot of questions: what to do if the lock doesn't work, how to unlock the number, and whether you can restore deleted records from the blacklist.
1. Method: through the standard application "Phone"
The fastest method is to add a number directly from the call log, which works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of MIUI version and model.
- Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
- Go to the magazine tab and find the desired number.
- Slip the number to open the details of the call.
- Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Add to the blacklist.
- Confirm the action in the window that appears.
If the number is not saved in the contacts, the system will prompt you to create a record marked “Blocked” For convenience, you can assign a name to the contact (for example, “Spam Bank”), so you can quickly find it in the blacklist later.
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Feature for MIUI 14: Recent versions of the shell have introduced Auto Spam Blocking. It analyzes incoming calls and suggests blocking suspicious numbers. To enable it, go to Phone Settings → Number Block → Autoblock Spam.
2. Method: through the number lock settings
If you need to add a number manually (for example, you know it beforehand but it hasn't called yet), use the system lock menu, which is suitable for mass adding contacts or importing a list.
Instructions:
- Open the settings (cog icon).
- Go to the Appendix section → Phone. → Number locking.
- Add (+) in the upper right corner.
- Choose the way to add: 📞 From the log - select a number from the call history. 👤 From contacts – blocking the saved contact. ➕ Manually - enter the number yourself.
Confirm the addition.
V MIUI 14 now allows you to import/export a blacklist through a.vcf file. This is convenient when changing your phone or backing up. To use the feature, click three dots (⋮) in the lock menu and select Import/Export.
How to export a blacklist to Xiaomi
3. Method: through the "Contact" application
If an unwanted number is already saved in your phone book, you can block it directly from the Contacts app, which is convenient when you need to quickly restrict access for a friend or colleague without removing the contact.
Step-by-step:
- Open the Contacts app.
- Find the right contact through search or scroll.
- Slip on the contact to open his card.
- Press three points (⋮) top-right.
- Select Add to the blacklist.
- Confirm the action in the dialog window.
After blocking, an icon will appear next to the contact name 🚫. To unlock it, repeat the same steps and select Remove from the blacklist.
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⚠️ Note: If you sync contacts with Google Account or Mi Cloud, the lock via the Contacts app may not apply to other devices. №2).
4. Method: with the help of third-party applications
Standard MIUI tools don’t always work with spam, and in such cases, Google Play apps will help, offering advanced features such as keyword blocking, spammer cloud databases, and even automatic SMS response.
Top.-3 Applications for blocking numbers on Xiaomi:
- 🛡️ Truecaller identifies spammers from billions of numbers, and there's a community feature where users tag scammers.
- 📵 Blacklist Plus – supports locking on schedule (for example, only at night) and filtering SMS.
- 🔒 Calls Blacklist – a simple interface with the ability to block by prefix (for example, all numbers with a code) +375).
To set up a lock through Truecaller:
- Install the app from Google Play and complete the registration.
- Open the Settings → Blocking.
- Turn on the options: 📞 Block spam calls 💬 Block spam-SMS 🌐 Use the cloud base
My blacklist.
⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Truecaller) require access to call history and SMS. Before installing, check the permissions in Settings → Annexes → Permits and disable unnecessary.
5.How to Manage a Blacklist: Editing and Deleting
Over time, the blacklist can grow and accumulate outdated records, so to clear it or make changes, follow this instruction:
To view all blocked numbers:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Phone → Lock numbers.
- A full list of blocked contacts will be displayed here.
To remove the number from the blacklist:
- Slap the right entry on the list.
- Click Remove (basket icon).
- Confirm the action.
For mass removal:
- Press three points (⋮) top-right.
- Choose Delete Everything.
- Confirm the list's been cleared.
| Action. | MIUI 12 | MIUI 13 | MIUI 14 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Road to the Blacklist | Settings → Blocking numbers | Settings → Applications → Phone → Blocking | Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone → Blocking |
| Mass removal | No. | Yes. | Yes. |
| Imports/exports | No. | No. | Yes (.vcf format) |
| Auto-blocking spam | No. | Optionally. | Yes (includes in settings) |
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If you have lost your locked numbers after the MIUI update, check the MIUI/Backup/AllBackup folder through the file manager, and you may have a backup blacklist file (blacklist.db) saved there.
Frequent problems and their solutions
Sometimes, locking numbers on Xiaomi doesn’t work properly. Let’s look at typical situations and how to fix them.
Problem 1: Calls from a blocked number pass.
- 🔄 Check if the lock is disabled in Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Number locking.
- 📱 Restart your phone – sometimes the lock service “hangs».
- 🛠️ Update the Phone app via Google Play.
Problem 2: You can’t add a number to a blacklist.
- 📵 Make sure the number is entered correctly (with country code, for example, +79123456789).
- 🔒 Check if access to the lock settings is blocked through Settings. → Permits → Special access → Changes in system settings.
- 📲 Try adding a number through another app (e.g. Truecaller).
Problem 3: After resetting the settings, the blacklist disappeared.
- 🔄 If sync with Mi Cloud was enabled before the reset, restore the data from the backup.
- 📄 Check the folder. MIUI/Backup blacklist.db file (may require manual recovery via ADB).
- 📱 If nothing helps, add the numbers to the blacklist again.
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On Xiaomi smartphones with a double SIM-The lock is applied to all SIMs at the same time, to block the number for only one. SIM, Use third-party apps (such as Blacklist Plus).