How to permanently disable security notifications on Xiaomi: 5 working ways

Security notifications on Xiaomi are one of the most annoying elements of MIUI, which regularly reminds of “potential threats”, “suspicious actions” or “unsafe settings”. For most users, these alerts become useless noise: they appear when installing APKs from unknown sources, changing system parameters or even when connecting to public Wi-Fi networks. In this article, we will examine all possible ways to turn off these notifications, from standard settings to hidden functions for advanced users.

It is important to understand that MIUI aggressively protects the user from “dangerous” actions, but often these measures are excessive. For example, the system can block the installation of applications from APKMirror or warn about “unsafe” connection to the VPN. If you are confident in your actions and want to get rid of intrusive pop-ups, follow the instructions below. We will look at solutions for Redmi, POCO, Mi and other lines based on MIUI 12, 13 and 14.

Why Xiaomi is showing security notifications and can they be turned off?

Security Notifications in MIUI are part of the built-in Mi Protect (formerly the Security App) security system, which appears in the following cases:

• 🔍 Installation APK from unknown sources – even if the file is downloaded from a verified resource.
• 🌐 Connect to unsecured Wi-Fi networks (such as at cafes or airports).
• 🔧 Change of system settings (enable debugging by USB, loader-free).
• 📱 Detecting “suspicious” applications (e.g. emulators or modified versions of programs).
• 🔒 Attempting to access root rights (if the device is rooted).

Can we turn them off? Yes, but with reservations:

• ✅ It is safe to turn off if you understand the risks (e.g. installation) APK only from verified sources).
• ⚠️ It is not recommended to disable if you frequently connect to public networks or install pirated software.
• 🔧 Some notifications will return after the update. MIUI — They'll have to be turned off again.

⚠️ Note: Disabling security notifications does not cancel the system limitations themselves, for example, if you disable installation warnings. APK, MIUI It will still block the launch of "untrusted" applications, and to completely remove the restrictions, you will need to unlock the bootloader or obtain root rights.

Method 1: Disable notifications via Security Settings (for all versions of MIUI)

The easiest method is to disable alerts directly in the Security App, which works on all Xiaomi devices, including the Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO X3/X4/X5, Mi 11/12/13 and other models with MIUI 12-14.

Instructions:

1. Open the Security app (the shield icon).
2. Go to the Settings section (Icon) ⚙️ top-right).
3. Select the Notification item.
4. Turn off the sliders next to: 🛡️ Security warnings 📱 Notifications of device protection 🔍 Threat scanning

Save the changes and restart the device.

If your MIUI version does not have a separate Notifications item, try:

• Slamming the safety notice → Disable notifications.
• Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Security → Notifications.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for European Region, some notifications may return after the system update, in which case repeat the procedure or use Method 3 (disconnect via system update) ADB).

Method 2: Disable alerts when installing APK (for users installing apps outside of the Play Market)

If you are annoyed by notifications like “Installation locked for security reasons” when trying to install APK, you can disable this check separately.This will not remove all security notifications, but will eliminate the most intrusive pop-ups.

Steps:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Special Access.
3. Select Install Unknown Applications.
4. Find a browser or file manager (e.g., Chrome, Files by Google, Mi File Manager) and allow APK installation for it.

If this method didn't work:

• 🔹 Try to install it. APK through another manager (e.g. Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer).
• 🔹 Enable the developer mode and allow installation through ADB (see method 4).

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If you install APKs frequently, create an APK folder at the root of your internal memory and allow it to be installed only through Mi File Manager, which will reduce the number of alerts.

Method 3: Disable notifications via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), a tool for debugging Android, which is suitable for MIUI 12-14 and allows you to completely disable security checks when installing APK, as well as some system warnings.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB smartphone.
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and allow debugging (on the smartphone screen will appear a request).
2. Open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run a command to disable the check APK: adb shell settings put global package_verifier_user_consent 1
5. To disable notifications about “unsafe” networks: adb shell settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0
6. Reset the device.

If notifications are returned after the reboot, try the additional command:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.securitycenter

⚠️ Warning: The last command completely disables the Security app, which can cause the system to run in an unstable way, only use it if other methods have failed and you are prepared for possible consequences (e.g., not being able to update via a security service). OTA).

Method 4: Using Magisk (for root-righted devices)

If your Xiaomi smartphone has an unlocked bootloader and Magisk installed, you can completely remove or freeze the Security app (com.miui.securitycenter).This is a radical method, but it is guaranteed to get rid of all notifications.

How to do this:

1. Install Magisk Manager and App Systemizer (to work with system applications).
2. Open Magisk → Modules → Module Management
3. Find com.miui.securitycenter and choose Freeze or Delete.
4. Reset the device.

An alternative is to use the Disable Miui Analytics module, which disables not only security notifications, but also Xiaomi telemetry collection.

⚠️ Note: Deleting or freezing system applications may result in inability to obtain OTA-updates or failures MIUI. Before that, make sure to back up through TWRP Or OrangeFox Recovery.

Method 5: Reset security settings (if notifications return after the update)

After the MIUI update, some security settings are reset to default values. If notifications are back, try resetting the Security app settings without completely resetting your phone.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the "Security" (com.miui.securitycenter).
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Return to the main menu of the application and turn off notifications again (see Method 1).

If it didn't help, try:

• 🔹 Install MIUI older version via Fastboot (if available for your model).
• 🔹 Use custom firmware (e.g. Pixel Experience or LineageOS) where there are no built-in Xiaomi notifications.

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Resetting the Security app does not delete your files or system settings, but may require reconfiguring the permissions for the applications.

What if none of the methods worked?

If you’ve tried all the methods, but security notifications keep popping up, the following reasons are possible:

• 📱 Regional Firmware: On some versions MIUI For China or India, security notifications are turned off differently. EEA version.
• 🔒 Corporate Governance Policy: If your phone is linked to your work account (e.g., via Android Enterprise), some settings may be blocked by the administrator.
• 🐞 Firmware bug: On some devices (e.g. Redmi Note 10 Pro with a MIUI 13.0.4) notifications are returned after each reboot, in which case only a rollback to an older version or waiting for a patch will help.

Extreme measures:

• 🔨 Installation of custom recaveri (TWRP) and manual deletion of files /system/priv-app/MiuiSecurityCenter.
• 📦 Use alternative launchers (such as Nova Launcher) that can block system notifications.
• 🛠️ Contacting the service center (if the device for warranties and notifications interfere with the work).

⚠️ Warning: Manually deleting system files without root rights can lead to a device blink (completely inoperable).This method is recommended only for advanced users with access to Fastboot and backup. NVRAM.

FAQ: Frequent questions about security notifications on Xiaomi