Notification of MI-Posts are one of the most annoying “chips” of the firmware MIUI, which is used by Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO Even after installing Google Messages, Telegram or WhatsApp, the system stubbornly suggests "trying the standard app," clogging up the notification bar and pop-ups. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable this offer – from basic settings to hidden commands for experienced users.
Compounding the problem, Xiaomi regularly changes the layout of options in newer versions of MIUI (12-15) and Android (11-14), and we tested each method on devices from the budget Redmi Note 11 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Importantly, some solutions require superuser rights (root), but most methods work without them.
Why Xiaomi is imposing MI-messages and whether they can be removed completely?
Annex MI-Messages (com.android.mms) are standard SMS-Xiaomi client integrated into firmware MIUI. The company is imposing it for three reasons:
- 📊 Statistical collection: The app sends your activity data to Xiaomi Cloud (even if you have disabled sync).
- 💰 Monetization: in some regions in MI-messages embedded advertising and paid services (for example, cloud storage for MMS).
- 🔄 Xiaomi aims to keep users in its services, including Mi Account and Mi Cloud.
You can't delete an application completely without root rights, because it's protected as critical.
- ✅ Disable notifications and pop-up windows.
- ✅ Hide from the app menu.
- ✅ Block background activity.
- ✅ Deactivate through ADB (loss of guarantee).
⚠️ Attention: Disconnection MI-The message does not affect the reception SMS — They will be sent to the app you choose (e.g. Google Messages), but some service messages (from banks, operators) may not be displayed correctly.
Method 1: Disable notifications in application settings (without root)
The simplest method that works on all versions MIUI — disable notifications directly in the settings MI-This method requires no additional tools and takes less than a minute.
Instructions:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- In the search bar, type “Messages” and select the application MI-messages (com.android.mms).
- Slap the Notice.
- Turn off all switches: 🔔 «Showing notifications» 📩 «Pop-up notifications» 🔔 «Sound" and "Vibration»
Stop it.
☑️ Verification of deactivation of notifications
This method doesn't remove the application, but it prevents intrusive pop-ups, but after a device reboot or a MIUI update, the settings may reset and have to be repeated.
Method 2: Deactivation via ADB (without root but with PC)
If disabling notifications didn’t work, the next step is to deactivate the application via ADB. This method doesn’t require superuser rights, but needs to connect the smartphone to the computer.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
- 🛠️ Utilities. ADB Fastboot (you can download from the official Android website).
- ⚙️ Included debugging by USB smartphone.
Step-by-step:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Turn on USB Debugging.
File transfer
cmd
Terminal
ADB
adb devices(The name of your device should appear)
adb shell pm hide com.android.mmsIf the team doesn’t work, try:
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.mmsWhat if the ADB can’t see the device?
⚠️ Note: After deactivation through ADB The app will disappear from the menu, but it will remain in the system. To return it, use the command: adb shell pm enable com.android.mms
Method 3: Using Freeze Applications (without root)
If ADB seems complicated, you can use third-party utilities that "freeze" system applications without removing.
| Annex | Need root? | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| App Quarantine | ❌ No. | Simple interface, running on MIUI 14/15 | Paid version to unlock all functions |
| Bloatware Freezer | ❌ No. | Supports packet freezing | Sometimes resets after MIUI update |
| App Manager | ✅ Partially. | Shows hidden system applications | You need root for complete control. |
Instructions for App Quarantine:
- Download and install the app from Google Play.
- Provide access to Special Features (in Android settings).
- Find com.android.mms (MI-messages) in the list.
- Press Quarantine.
- Reboot your smartphone.
Instructions:
- Download TWRP for your smartphone model.
- Load to the Recavator (Switch Off → Hold Power + Volume Up).
- Go to Advanced → File Manager.
- Find the folders: /system/priv-app/Mms/system/app/Mms
Mms_bak
Reset the device.
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Before deleting system files, be sure to backup through TWRP! This will restore the smartphone to work in the event of a failure.
Method 5: Resetting settings to factory (extreme case)
If none of the methods worked, and MI-And the message keeps popping up, and you can reset it to factory settings, and it's radical, but it's guaranteed to remove all the settings, including the system notifications that you've imposed.
Important:
- 📱 All data will be erased (photos, contacts, messages).
- 🔄 After discharge MIUI Reset the device again – do not install it. MI-default-app messages.
- ☁️ It is recommended to pre-backup in Mi Cloud or Google Drive.
How to reset your settings:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Choose to erase all data.
- Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock.
- After restarting when setting up the device: Skip the offer to use MI-Install an alternative message. SMS-Google Messages (Textra) is a client.
⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi) 13T, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) After the reset, you may need to re-assign your Mi Account to unlock the bootloader.
Additional tips: how to avoid return MI-message
Even after the blackout. MI-The messages may return after:
- 🔄 Updates MIUI through OTA.
- 📱 Cache or data reset.
- 🔧 Backup recovery.
To prevent this from happening:
- 🛡️ Turn off automatic updates MIUI: Go to Settings. → The phone. → Update the system. ⚙️ → Turn off "Automatic booting».