Analytics on Xiaomi: why you need, how it works and whether to turn off

Have you ever noticed that your Xiaomi smartphone sometimes sends data somewhere? Analytics (or Analytics in Russian) flashes in the settings periodically, but few people understand what it actually does. Some users consider it to be espionage, others a useful feature for improving the system. Let's understand what Analytics is on Xiaomi, how it works and why the manufacturer so insists on not turning it off.

Analytics is not really a single feature, it's a whole suite of tools that collect information about how a device works, and it helps Xiaomi analyze bugs, optimize firmware, and even predict possible crashes. But how exactly does it work? And most importantly, disabling Analytics doesn't lock a device or lose warranty, contrary to popular myth. But there are nuances to be aware of.

What is Analytics on Xiaomi and Why You Need It

Analytics is an integrated data collection system that works on all Xiaomi devices, including smartphones, smartwatches and even TVs, and its main task is to collect anonymous information about:

• 📱 Performance of the device (processor load, memory consumption, overheating)
• 🔄 Errors and failures (app drops, system freezes, network problems)
• 📊 Functions (which settings users change, which apps are popular)
• 🔋 Battery operation (discharge, charging, energy efficiency optimization)

According to Xiaomi, this data helps to improve the firmware MIUI, fix bugs and adapt the system to the needs of users, for example, if analytics show that most owners of the Redmi Note 12 disable navigation gestures, in the next update they may make them more convenient.

But the big question is, how anonymous is this data? The company claims to collect only aggregated information that is not tied to a particular user. However, in 2021, Forbes researchers found that some Xiaomi models sent data about browser activity even in incognito, and privacy policies have changed since then, but they have remained.

What data is collected by Analytics Xiaomi

To understand whether to disable Analytics, you need to understand what information it sends. According to the documentation of Xiaomi, the following types of data are collected:

It is important to note that Analytics does not collect:

• 📸 Your photos, videos or audio recordings
• 💬 Messages from messengers or SMS
• 📍 Exact location (only generalized data about the region)
• 🔑 Passwords, pin codes or bank card data

Xiaomi does not hide the fact that some data may be shared with third parties, such as advertising partners (if you use services like Mi Advertising), which is stipulated in the user agreement, but few people read it.

⚠️ Note: If you use Xiaomi with global firmware (e.g, MIUI Global, some of the data may be transferred to servers in China, which does not violate laws, but may raise questions about jurisdiction.

How to disable Analytics on Xiaomi: step-by-step instructions

If you decide you don't need Analytics, you can turn it off. The process is slightly different depending on the version. MIUI, But the general scheme is:

Open the Settings. → The phone. → All parameters.|Find Improvement Analytics or User Experience Program|Turn off all sliders (usually them) 2-3)|Restart the device to apply changes-->

On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or XP) POCO F5) The path looks like this:

Settings → Additional → Privacy → Analytics of Improvements

After the shutdown, the system will stop sending data, but there are several nuances:

• 🔄 Some updates MIUI Can turn on Analytics again – check your settings after updates.
• 📱 On devices with Chinese firmware (for example, MIUI China to turn off analytics is more difficult - it may be necessary ADB.
• ⚠️ Disabling does not block data collection for Google Services (if installed).

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To stop collecting data completely, further disable Mi Cloud and Ad Personalization in your Xiaomi account settings.

What happens if you turn off Analytics: pros and cons

Many users are afraid to turn off Analytics for fear that the device will start to work worse. Let's see what's really going to happen.

✅ The benefits of shutdown:

• 🛡️ Increased privacy – less data is being spent on Xiaomi servers.
• 🔋 Savings in traffic and battery – Background data sending consumes resources.
• 🚫 Less targeted advertising (if other analytics services are disabled).

❌ Cons of shutdowns:

• 🔧 Fewer personalized improvements – your data won’t be factored into optimization MIUI.
• 🐞 Slow bug fix – if the bug is only you, Xiaomi may not know it.
• 📉 Possible problems with some features (e.g. Quick Apps or Mi Share) may not work well).

⚠️ Note: On devices with beta firmware (for example, MIUI Beta) disabling Analytics may result in exclusion from testing program.

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Disabling Analytics does not affect the warranty and does not block the device – this is officially confirmed by Xiaomi support.

Analytics vs. MIUI Optimization: What's the difference?

Many people confuse Analytics with another function — MIUI Optimization (optimization) MIUI). These are two different tools, although both are related to improving the system’s performance.

MIUI Optimization is a set of algorithms that:

• 🔄 Optimize the use of RAM (for example, remove background processes).
• 📱 Accelerate the launch of frequently used applications.
• 🔋 Extend battery life by limiting background.

Unlike Analytics, MIUI Optimization is not recommended to disable – it can lead to:

• 🐢 Slowing down the interface.
• 🔥 Overheating of the device.
• 🔋 Quick battery discharge.

How to Check if Xiaomi is sending data without your knowledge

If you're wondering if Analytics is actually disabled, you can check it yourself. Here are a few ways to do this:

1. Through traffic settings

Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Traffic and see which apps are consuming data in the background. If you have AnalyticsService or MiuiDaemon, data collection continues.

2.With ADB

For advanced users: connect the device to the PC and execute the command:

adb shell dumpsys activity services | grep -i analytics

If there are active services in the answer, analytics works.

3. Through third-party applications

Utilities like NetGuard or PCAPdroid can show what data your smartphone is sending, and look for suspicious connections to.mi.com or.xiaomi.com domains.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (such as Mi Browser or Mi Video) have their own analytics that work independently of the system.

Analytics on different Xiaomi models: are there differences?

Analytics works on all Xiaomi devices, but there are nuances depending on the model and firmware:

On Chinese-made devices (MIUI China Analytics is integrated deeper and can collect more data, including:

• 📍 Location (even if you are GPS switched off).
• 📋 Call logs (without conversation records).
• 📱 List of installed annexes.

If you use such a device, it is recommended to reflash it on MIUI Global or Xiaomi.EU – there is less intrusive analytics.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Analytics on Xiaomi