Notifications on the lock screen Xiaomi Redmi is a convenient feature for quick viewing of new messages, but it is fraught with risks. Sensitive data from instant messengers, banking applications or work correspondence can become available to outsiders if the phone is left unattended. This is a particularly important issue for Redmi Note owners. 10/11/12, where the full text of notifications is displayed by default even on a locked screen.
In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to hide or completely disable notifications on the lock screen, from basic MIUI settings to hidden developer settings. We will also discuss how to selectively hide notifications only for individual applications (such as WhatsApp or SberBank Online), without affecting the rest. All instructions are relevant for MIUI 12, 13 and 14 firmwares (including global and Chinese versions).
⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models are updated to MIUI 14 notification settings menu has been moved. If you don't find the specified items, check the Special Options section. → System settings or use the search by settings (magnifying glass icon in the upper right corner).
1. Basic privacy settings of notifications
The easiest way to limit notifications is to use built-in privacy settings, which doesn’t disable notifications completely, but hides their content by showing only the name of the app and the icon.
To activate the mode:
- Open Settings → Notifications and Status bar.
- Go to the Privacy Notices.
- Activate the button Hide the contents of notifications on the lock screen.
- Choose one of the options: 🔒 Hide everything – only app icons are shown. 📱 Show the name of the application – the name of the program is displayed without the notification text. 👁️ Show when unlocking – the content is only visible after swiping up the screen.
⚠️ Attention: Redmi with MIUI 13+ After activation of this mode, some system notifications (for example, low battery charge) may continue to appear in full.
2. Completely disabling notifications on the lock screen
If you need to completely remove all notifications from a locked screen, including app icons, use this method.It is suitable for users who want to save notifications in the curtain, but not show them on the lock screen.
Instructions:
- Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Lock screen settings.
- Find the Notifications section on the lock screen and select Do Not Show Notifications.
- Confirm the choice (on some firmware you will need to enter a password or a pattern lock).
After settings are applied, only the time, date and status icons (Wi-Fi, battery, etc.) will remain on the lock screen.
☑️ Verification of deactivation of notifications
3. Selective concealment of notifications for individual applications
Not all notifications are equally confidential. For example, you might want to hide messages from Telegram or VK, but leave visible notifications of missed calls. MIUI has a tool to fine-tune each application.
How to set up:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Select the app you want (such as WhatsApp).
- Put it on the Notifications.
- Turn on the Hide notification switch on the lock screen.
- For additional privacy, turn off Preview and Sound (optional).
💡 Useful tip: For banking applications (SberBank Online, Tinkoff), it is recommended not only to hide notifications on the lock screen, but also to turn off their audible alerts - this will prevent data leakage through the speaker in public places.
| Annex | Recommended setting | Reason. |
|---|---|---|
| Sberbank Online, Tinkoff | Hide + turn off the sound | Confidentiality of financial data |
| WhatsApp, Telegram | Hide the contents, leave the icon | Personal correspondence may contain sensitive information |
| Mail, Gmail. | Show only the title of the letter | Email topics are often neutral, but the text may be confidential. |
| Calls, messages | Show me the whole thing. | It is important not to miss an important call or SMS. |
4.Use of Do Not Disturb mode to block notifications
The Do Not Disturb (DND) feature in MIUI allows you to temporarily disable all notifications, including those that appear on the lock screen, which is convenient if you need to focus or avoid data leaks during a meeting.
How to turn on:
- Open Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb.
- Activate the mode manually or set the schedule (for example, from 22:00 to 8:00).
- In the Rules section, select Block all notifications.
- Add exceptions for important contacts or applications (optional).
- Return to the main settings menu and open Additional → for developers.
- Find the Notifications section and activate: 🔧 Disable notifications on the lock screen (complete shutdown). 📵 Hide sensitive notifications (hiding only sensitive data).
Restart your phone to apply the changes.
⚠️ Attention: There are options in the developer menu that can disrupt the stability of the system. Do not change other settings unless you are sure of their purpose. MIUI This can lead to increased battery consumption.
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If after changing the developer settings, notifications stopped working at all, return the settings to the original state or reset the notification settings through Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three points (menu) → Reset the notification settings.
6. Third-party applications for managing notifications
If the built-in MIUI tools don’t work, you can use third-party utilities from Google Play, which offer advanced features such as:
- 📊 Grouping of notifications by importance.
- 🔐 Encrypting text in notifications.
- 🕒 Delayed display of notifications on the lock screen.
- 🎨 Customization of the appearance of notifications.
Top.-3 Applications for Xiaomi Redmi:
- Notification History Log – keeps a log of notifications and allows you to hide them selectively.
- Heads Off – Disables pop-up notifications on the lock screen.
- AutoNotification (requires Tasker) – for advanced automation.
⚠️ Note: When using third-party notification management applications, grant them access rights only through official sources (Google Play or Mi App Store). APK From unknown sites can lead to data leakage or virus infection.
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Third-party applications may conflict with MIUI optimizations. If notifications stopped working after installation, try adding it to the AutoRun list (Settings → Applications → Application Management → AutoRun).
7. Resetting notification settings to factory
If after experimenting with settings, notifications on the lock screen began to be displayed incorrectly (for example, duplicated or not hidden), you can reset the parameters to factory values.
How to reset:
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Slip on three dots in the top right corner and select Reset notification settings.
- Confirm the action (you will need to enter a password or pattern lock).
After resetting, all personal notification settings (including hidden apps and priorities) will be deleted and you will need to reconfigure them as described in the previous sections.
🔹 Important: Reset does not affect the notifications themselves (they will remain in the curtain), but only the settings for displaying them.