How to turn off SOS on Xiaomi phone: all ways 2026

Emergency regime. SOS On Xiaomi smartphones, a useful feature that automatically sends coordinate messages to contacts when you press the power button five times, but many users experience false positives: They're randomly tapping their pockets, they're playing with their phones, or they're activating the system for no apparent reason, and the result is family panic and a battery is drained from the constant transmission. GPS-data.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable SOS on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices running MIUI 14/15 and Android 13/14. From standard settings to hidden parameters of the engineering menu, you will find a solution even for models where the option is “hidden” by the manufacturer. Importantly, on some firmware for the Chinese market (CN-ROM), the SOS function can be tied to local emergency services – it will require additional manipulation.

Why is SOS activated spontaneously?

Most often, false SOS positives are associated with:

• 🔄 Power button sensitivity on new models (Xiaomi) 13/14, Redmi Note 12) The sensor responds even to light touches through the cover.
• 👶 Children's games - a child can accidentally press a button, activating the mode.
• 📦 Firmware defects - in MIUI 14.0.3-14.0.6 There was a mistake that caused SOS switched on when the screen was locked.
• 🔋 Hardware failures – after falling or getting moisture, the contacts of the buttons can “stick».

If the problem occurs regularly, check before disabling the function:

1. Cleanliness of the power button (dust, dirt, moisture).
2. System Updates (Settings → About Phone → Update MIUI)
3. Case condition – some silicone models press the button.

⚠️ Note: On devices for the Chinese market (with firmware) CN-ROM) shutdown SOS It may violate local laws, in which case it is recommended to reduce the sensitivity of the trigger.

Method 1: Disable SOS via standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI menu. It is suitable for most global firmware (Global ROM) and works on Xiaomi 11/12/13, Redmi Note 10/11/12, POCO F4/F5 models.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Passwords and security.
2. Scroll down and select Emergency SOS (Security and Emergency Call on some versions).
3. Turn off the SOS Slider Send SOS Messages.
4. Optionally, turn off the Siren Sound and Screen Recording if they are active.

If the emergency SOS item is not on the menu, try an alternative route:

• 🔍 In the search box settings enter «SOS» — The system will show hidden options.
• 📱 In some models (POCO X5, Redmi 10C) function hidden in the settings → Additionally. → Special facilities.

Method 2: Use of an engineering menu (for power users)

If SOS doesn’t turn off through settings, you’ll have to go to the engineering menu, which works on 90% of Xiaomi devices, but you need to be careful that the wrong actions can disrupt the communication module.

Step-by-step:

1. Open the phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##
2. In the menu that appears, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Emergency Mode (or SOS Settings) block.
4. Turn off the options: Auto SOS is automatic activation. Send Message is texting. Emergency Alarm is a sound siren.

Save the changes and restart the phone.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 13 for Redmi 9A) The engineering menu may be missing or blocked. ADB-teams (mode 4).

Method 3: Disconnecting through the Security app

On devices with MIUI 12-15, the SOS function is sometimes duplicated in the proprietary Security app (shield icon), which is relevant for the Xiaomi Mi 10/11, Redmi K40/K50 and other flagships.

How to turn it off:

1. Launch the Security app (if not, download from the Mi App Store).
2. Go to the Emergency Functions or SOS section.
3. Turn off all active options: 📱 Quick challenge SOS (5 presses of the power button). 📍 Sending location. 🔊 Sound signal.

Confirm the changes with a password or fingerprint.

If the Security app is not on the menu, check:

• 🗑️ Is it removed through the settings? → Annexes.
• 🔄 Is Google Services Hidden in the Folder (on Some Firmware).

Method 4: ADB-deep-switch

If standard methods fail, it is still disabling via ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer and enabled USB debugging, but is guaranteed to remove SOS even on blocked firmware.

Instructions:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. 7 times click on MIUI Version. Return to Settings → Additional → For Developers and enable USB Debugging.

ADB-driver

platform-tools

adb shell


settings put global emergency_sms 0




settings put global emergency_mode 0




pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.emergency

Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: After use ADB-command SOS It will be completely deactivated, including real emergency calls. To return it, run the same commands by replacing 0 with 1, or reset your phone settings.

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If so, ADB-team SOS It still works, check for third-party duplicate apps (for example, for example, SOS Emergency from third-party developers. Remove them through Settings → Annexes.

Method 5: Reset security settings (extreme case)

If none of these methods work, you'll have to reset your security settings, which is a radical solution that will bring all the parameters back to factory settings, including fingerprints, graphics keys and SOS settings.

How to do this:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select Reset Security Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
3. Confirm the action with a password.
4. After the reboot, check the SOS status in Settings → Passwords and Security.

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