How to completely disable advertising on Xiaomi Redmi Note 13: system and hidden settings

Advertising in Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 smartphones has become one of the most talked-about issues among MIUI users. Even after buying a new device, owners face intrusive banners in system apps, notifications and the browser.The manufacturer has integrated ad modules so deeply that standard shutdown through settings often works ineffectively or is reset after updates.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to remove ads on Redmi Note 13 – from official MIUI settings to hidden developer parameters and alternative methods without obtaining root rights. We will pay special attention to the nuances of Global, EEA and Russian firmware, since the set of advertising services in them is different, you will also learn which applications are responsible for displaying banners and how to deactivate them without harming the system.

Why Redmi Note 13 is getting ads and where it comes from

The concept of monetization through MIUI advertising has been around since 2018, when Xiaomi began actively implementing advertising SDKs in system applications. On the Redmi Note 13 (2026), ads appear from several sources:

• 📱 System applications: Mi Browser, Mi Video, Music, Cleaner and even Settings (in the recommendations section).
• 🔔 Push notifications: sent by the service msa_global (Mobile Services Analytics and MiuiDaemon.
• 🌐 Built-in services: GetApps (app store), Mi Community and desktop widgets.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI: After each update, some of the settings are reset, and the advertising returns.

It is important to understand that advertising on the Redmi Note 13 is divided into two types: local (showed only in Chinese firmware) and global (distributed through Xiaomi servers in Europe/India/Russia). The second type is more difficult to block, as it is loaded dynamically over the Internet. For example, banners in the Mi Browser can be downloaded even when Wi-Fi is disabled via the mobile network.

The manufacturer argues the presence of advertising "support for budget devices", but users of Redmi Note 13 (cost from 25 000). ₽) And the key problem is that there's no single "Disable All Ads" switch in the settings, and instead, you have to manually configure each application.

Method 1: Disabling Advertising through the standard MIUI settings

The first and most secure method is the use of built-in MIUI options. It is suitable for users who do not want to risk the stability of the system. Importantly, the settings may vary depending on the firmware version (Global 14.0.3.0 vs EEA 14.0.2.0).

Instructions for unsetting:

1. Open Settings → Google → Ads and turn off Personalized Ads. This will reduce the number of targeted banners.
2. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management. Search for: 🔍 msa_global → Turn off "Show notifications" and "Show notifications" 🔍 MiuiDaemon → Prohibit background activity 🔍 AnalyticsCore → Limit access to the network

In Settings → Notifications, look for System Notifications and disable all items related to Recommendations, MiuiSystemAd, and AdService.

Disable personalized advertising on Google|Prohibit background activity msa_global|Remove Notification Rights from MiuiDaemon|Disable system recommendations in notifications|Clear the GetApps and Mi Browser cache-->

For the Mi Browser browser:

1. Open the browser → ⋮ → Settings → Additionally.
2. Turn off "Recommended Content" and "Personalized News."
3. In the Privacy section, prohibit “interest-based advertising”.

This method reduces the number of banners by 40-60%, but does not remove them completely. For example, ads in Mi Video or on the lock screen may remain.

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If the advertisement is returned after the shutdown 1-2 Check the updates of the day. MIUI. Often updates reset settings msa_global. Solution: Re-ban auto-run this service.

Method 2: Blocking Advertising through ADB (without root)

A more radical but still safe method is the use of ADB-Android Debug Bridge allows you to disable system applications that show ads without removing them (which could disrupt the work). MIUI). Advantage: does not require unlocking the bootloader or root rights.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB Debugging: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times to become a developer) → Return to Settings → Additional → For Developers and activate debugging.
2. Connect the Redmi Note 13 to your PC, install ADB Tools, and check the connection with the command: adb devices (your device should appear).
3. Follow the commands to disable advertising services: adb shell pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.midrop adb shell pm hide com.miui.analytics adb shell pm hide com.miui.player adb shell pm hide com.miui.video

Important: commands with pm hide temporarily hide applications, but do not delete them. Once you reset or update MIUI, the effect will disappear. To return applications, use the command adb shell pm unhide.

Method 3: Using third-party ad blockers

If previous methods didn't work, you can install specialized ad-blocking apps. Redmi Note 13 has two types of solutions: DNS-Filters (blocking at the network level) and local VPN (interception).

Best options:

• 🛡️ Blokada (free, no root): Blocks advertising domains through local VPN. Download APK (Not available in Google Play for Russia).
• 🌍 NextDNS or AdGuard DNS: Set up in Settings → Connections → Private DNS dns.adguard.com or 45.90.28.167.
• 🔒 App Ops (requires) ADB): Allows you to disable permissions for system applications. XDA Developers.

Example of Blokada setup:

1. Install. APK-File (allow installation from unknown sources).

2. Launch the application and activate the protection.

3. In the settings, select the lock list "Energy" or "Fennec" (optimized for MIUI).

4. Reboot the phone.

Warning: Some blockers (such as AdAway) require root rights and may conflict with Xiaomi services. VPN-Applications – this will lead to connection errors.

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DNS-filters (e.g. AdGuard) DNS) Block ads in all applications, but do not affect system banners MIUI. For full effect, combine with ADB-team.

Method 4: Removing Advertising through Hosts File Editing (for Advanced)

This method involves manually adding ad domains to the hosts file, which redirects requests to a non-existent domain. IP-(127.0.0.1) Effective against banners in the browser and some system applications, but requires caution.

Instructions:

1. Download the current list of MIUI domains (e.g. MiHosts on GitHub).
2. Connect the Redmi Note 13 To the PC and use ADB, To copy the file: Adb pull /system/etc/hosts C:\hosts_backup adb shell mount -o rw,remount /system adb push C:\mihosts.txt /system/etc/hosts adb shell chmod 644 /system/etc/hosts adb reboot

A list of key domains that block ads in MIUI: api.ad.xiaomi.com, sdkconfig.ad.xiaomi.com, tracker.ai.xiaomi.com, data.mistat.xiaomi.com.

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of the hosts file can lead to loss of Internet access.Always back up the original file with the adb pull command /system/etc/hosts If the Internet is lost after editing, restore the original file and restart the device.

An alternative option for PC-free users is the Hosts Editor app (requires root), which allows you to edit a file directly on a phone with a visual interface.

Method 5: Switching to custom firmware (for power users)

If all previous methods have failed, the last resort is to install custom firmware without advertising modules. The following options are popular on the Redmi Note 13:

• 📱 Xiaomi.eu: Unofficial firmware based on MIUI, But without advertising or Chinese services. OTA-update.
• 🤖 LineageOS or Pixel Experience: Pure Android without Xiaomi branded apps.
• ⚡ ArrowOS: Lightweight firmware with minimalist interface.

Installation process:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Mi Account binding and a wait of 7 days).

2. Install custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox).

3.Sweep firmware and Magisk (for root rights, if necessary).

4. perform a data reset (Wipe Dalvik/Cache).

⚠️ Note: Installing custom firmware voids warranty and can lead to a brick device when errors occur. On the Redmi Note 13 with a Mediatek Dimensity 6080 processor, it is especially important to use firmware collected specifically for the model. 23127RA48G (Check in the settings → The phone. → Model).

What to do if the ad returns after the MIUI update

One of the most common problems is the return of ads after the system update, which is because Xiaomi periodically resets the settings of advertising services (msa_global, MiuiDaemon) and restores the rights to access notifications.

Algorithm of action:

1. After the update, check immediately: Settings → Annexes → Application management → msa_global and turn off auto-start again.
2. Do it. ADB-Re-commands (see Method 2).
3. Clear the cache and application data: GetApps, Mi Browser, Mi Video.
4. If you use a blocker (e.g. Blokada), update your filter lists.

To prevent automatic MIUI updates (which reset settings):

1. Go to Settings. → The phone. → Updating the system → ⋮ → Settings.

2. disable "Automatic booting via Wi-Fi" and "Update Notices".

If the ads appear even after these actions, then Xiaomi has added new advertising modules, in which case only the transition to custom firmware or the use of Magisk with the DisableFlagSecure module (to block system banners) will help.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing ads on Redmi Note 13