How to permanently disable Alice on Xiaomi 9: 5 working ways

Xiaomi 9 is still a popular smartphone among users, but the built-in voice assistant Alice from Yandex is not everyone’s liking.Some find it intrusive, some worry about collecting personal data, and someone just does not need voice commands. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to disable Alice on the Mi 9 – from standard settings to radical methods for experienced users.

It's important to understand that just uninstalling Yandex or Alice from the menu is not going to work, because it's protected by MIUI. But there are workarounds. We've tested each method on MIUI 12.5, 13 and 14 firmware (including global and Chinese versions) to ensure that it works. If you're willing to get rid of the assistant once and for all, read on.

Why does Alice work even after she’s “offlined”?

Many users complain that after disabling Alice in the settings, she still activates on the button or starts in the background. MIUI:

• 🔄 Background processes: Yandex application remains active for updates and synchronization.
• 🎤 Hot Keys: On Xiaomi 9, Alice is tied to a long press on the home button or search button.
• 📱 System integration: In some firmware, the assistant is sewn into the Launcher (shell) MIUI).
• 🔄 Autostart: The app is added to the autoboot list and starts when the phone is turned on.

Even if you turn off voice input in the settings, MIUI can automatically return Alice after the updates, so a combination of methods will be required to completely remove it.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

The safest method, which doesn't require superuser rights, is suitable for most users, but doesn't guarantee a 100% shutdown.

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, type Alice or Yandex. Select the application from the list.
3. Click Disable (if the button is active) or Remove Updates (if available).
4. Go to Permits and disable all rights: microphone, location, auto-start and notifications.
5. Return to the main settings of the application and click Stop (forced stop).

After this action, Alice will stop running on a voice command, but can remain in the list of applications to remove her icon from the home screen:

• 📱 Long tap on Alice icon → Remove (or drag to the basket).
• 🔍 If the icon is not deleted, try changing the launcher (for example, install Nova Launcher).

Method limitation: On some MIUI firmware, Alice recovers from a system reboot or upgrade, in which case move on to the next method.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root)

If the standard shutdown didn’t work, you can delete Alice via Android Debug Bridge (ADB). This method does not require superuser rights, but requires a computer and a computer. USB-cable.

Before you start, make sure that:

• ⚠️ The phone's on debugging. USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to press the version → Additional settings → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 💻 On the PC installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB-tools.

Instructions:

1. Connect Xiaomi 9 to your computer and confirm the debugging permission on your phone.
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 should appear the name of your device.
4. Remove Alice by command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 en.yandex.searchplugin If it doesn't work, try: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 en.yandex.alisa

Important: Some MIUI 14 firmware may have different names for Alice packets. To find out the exact ID, use the command:

adb shell pm list packages | grep yandex

If Alice still appears after deleting, check for updates for the Yandex app in Google Play - they can restore the assistant.

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Before using ADB, back up your data via Settings → Additional → Backup. In rare cases, incorrect ADB commands can cause crashes.

Method 3: Disconnect via Miui Hidden Settings (for experienced)

MIUI has hidden settings that allow you to manage system applications without ADB. This will require the Miui Hidden Settings app (available on 4PDA or APKMirror).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Miui Hidden Settings (allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Security).
2. Open the application and go to the Manage Applications section.
3. Find Alice or Yandex (can be called Yandex Search or Alice) in the list.
4. Click on the app and select Disable (disable) or Uninstall (delete).
5. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

The advantage of this method is the ability to disable all associated Yandex services that can restore Alice, but beware: Miui Hidden Settings can lead to unstable operation of the system.

Method 4: Firewall lock (without root)

If Alice is not deleted, but you want to block her access to the Internet and microphone, use a firewall, such as the NetGuard app (free on Google Play).

How to set up:

1. Install NetGuard and give it all the necessary permissions.
2. In the list of applications, find Alice and Yandex.
3. Turn off Wi-Fi and Mobile Data (swipe left).
4. Activate the option to block background traffic.

It won't remove the assistant, but it will render it useless - Alice can't:

• 🎤 Receive voice commands (without access to microphone).
• 🌐 Update or send data to Yandex servers.
• 📱 Showing notices or advertisements.

The downside is that Alice will remain on the application list and can take up space in memory, but it is the safest way to do so without interfering with system files.

Method 5: Complete removal with root rights (for advanced)

If you're ready to get root rights, you can delete Alice forever.

• 🔧 Can work with Magisk or SuperSU.
• 📱 Ready for possible loss of warranty.
• 🔄 Understand the risks of unstable system operation.

Instructions:

1. Get root rights to Xiaomi 9 (instructions are available on 4PDA).
2. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
3. Go to /system/priv-app/ or /system/app/.
4. Find folders with names: Yandex Alice SearchPlugin Delete them or rename them (for example, add to the beginning of the title _old_).
5. Clear the cache in Settings → Storage → Clear the cache.
6. Reboot the phone.

Critical information: On some firmware, removing system applications without backup can lead to a "bootloop" (locked boot). TWRP!

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For most users, the best solution is a combination of methods. ADB (removal) + Firewall: This gives you a 99% guarantee of shutdown without risk to the system.

What if Alice is still working?

If after all the manipulations Alice continues to appear, check the following points:

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI for the Chinese market (China) ROM) Alice is built into the system launcher, and in this case, only the flashing on Global will help. ROM Or custom firmware (such as Pixel Experience).

• 🔄 Updates MIUI: After the system update, remote applications can be restored. → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 📦 Yandex Cache: Clear the data and cache of all Yandex applications in Settings → Annexes.
• 🔍 Hidden Services: Use the Package Name Viewer from Google Play to find all Yandex packages and remove them through Google Play ADB.
• 📱 Reset to factory: Extreme method - complete reset to Settings → Additionally. → Warning: This will delete all data from the phone!

If the problem persists, go to the 4PDA or Xiaomi.eu forums, where you can often post up-to-date patches to remove unnecessary system applications.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Alice's power out on Xiaomi 9