Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners often face intrusive advertising that appears in system applications, interfaces and even when using third-party programs. For the Redmi Note 9 Pro model, which runs on the basis of the MIUI shell, this issue is especially relevant, since aggressive marketing can significantly reduce the comfort of using the device. However, there are several proven ways to completely or partially eliminate this annoyance.
Before we take any drastic measures, it’s important to understand that ad integrations are built deep into the system to monetize affordable smartphone prices.Shutting down ads requires a series of actions in different settings sections.Ignoring even one step can lead to banners continuing to appear in the most unexpected places, such as the Security app or the Explorer app.
In this article, we’ll look at all the known locking methods, from official menu switches to more advanced technical solutions, learn how to disable system services (MSA), configure DNS and which applications require special attention. Following this guide will help turn your Redmi Note 9 Pro into a clean and fast device without unnecessary information noise.
Disabling System Recommendations and Personalization
The first step towards a clean interface is to disable the built-in recommendations, which Xiaomi calls “personalized advertising,” which are in the system’s basic menu and are responsible for collecting data about your preferences for displaying targeted banners. Without disabling this item, all subsequent actions may be less effective.
You have to go to the password and security settings section, where the key switch is hidden, and many users miss this step because it's a secondary step, but it activates the telemetry collection mechanism, and when you go to the password and security menu, you have to find the Privacy and scroll to the bottom.
- 🔍 Find the section “Advertising Services” or “Get recommendations».
- 🔓 Deactivate the slider “Personalized advertising».
- 📉 Turn off the “Receive recommendations” option in the general settings menu.
Importantly, once these features are disabled, the system can request confirmation of action through a timer pop-up, which is a standard MIUI procedure designed to prevent accidental changes in settings, wait until the countdown is completed and confirm your decision so that the changes take effect immediately.
Deactivation of MSA (MIUI System Ads)
MSA (MIUI System Ads) is the primary process for displaying ads in Xiaomi system applications. While this service is active, the ad modules will be downloaded and displayed in the interface. The process of disabling the MSA on the Redmi Note 9 Pro has one feature: the system does not allow you to disable it the first time, requiring re-confirmation.
To do this, go to Settings → Passwords & Security → Access to Personal Data. In the app list that opens, look for msa. When you try to turn off the switch, you will see a warning that the feature will stop working in 10 seconds, but the “Disable” button will be inactive.
⚠️ Attention: At the first press of the switching button MSA The system will give you an error or the timer will not work. It's not a failure, it's a security feature. You need to press "Disable" exactly 5 times in a row, ignoring the pop-up error messages until the timer starts successfully.
After successful deactivation of the MSA service, the number of ads in standard applications such as Music, Video and Themes will be reduced to almost zero.However, some built-in services may continue to work independently, so it is also recommended to disable personal data access for the Jeeee-Shop application if it is present in the list, since it is also responsible for advertising integrations.
☑️ Shutdown checklist MSA
Configure DNS to lock at the network level
One of the most effective methods that does not require root rights is to use a private DNS with filtering function, which allows you to block advertising requests at the network connection level, preventing banners from loading in applications and browsers. For the Redmi Note 9 Pro, this method is especially relevant, since it covers even those applications that were not affected by the system settings.
To activate this feature, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS (or DNS in some localizations). The default option is Auto or Disabled. You need to select the DNS Host Name mode (manual) and enter a special address.
In the input box, you need to write down the address of a reliable filter, for example, dns.adguard.com. This server is known for its stability and effective blocking of trackers. After entering the address, save the settings. If there is an Internet connection, but the pages do not load, perhaps the selected one. DNS-The server is temporarily unavailable and it is worth trying an alternative address.
| Parameter | Meaning/Action | Note |
|---|---|---|
| DNS mode | Manual (Host Name) | You must choose manual input |
| Server address | dns.adguard.com | The main filter of advertising |
| The alternative | dns-family.adguard.com | Blocking 18+ content |
| Reset | Auto/Disconnected | To return to factory settings |
Using a private DNS can slightly increase network response time in rare cases if the server is far away geographically. However, for most users in the CIS, the difference is not noticeable, and the effect of no advertising overshadows any minimal delays. This method also helps to save traffic, since advertising content simply does not load on the device.
What if the Internet disappeared after DNS was turned on?
Managing Notifications in System Applications
Even after the core services are disabled, some Xiaomi apps may continue to send push notifications with news, promotions or offers, often disguised as system messages, but on closer inspection they turn out to be advertising content. The Redmi Note 9 Pro features high activity of the Music, Video, Themes and Explorer apps.
To get rid of this, you need to go to the settings of each suspicious application. Find the standard Xiaomi utilities in the installed list and go to the Notifications section. Here you should ruthlessly turn off all the switches associated with Recommendations, Promotions and News, leaving only critical system notifications, if any.
- 🎵 Music: Turn off notifications for new tracks and recommendations.
- 🎬 Video: Ban notifications about new products and promotions.
- 🎨 Topics: Remove notifications about new collections and discounts.
- 📂 Explorer: Turn off app recommendations and news.
Special attention should be paid to Get Content (GetApps), which is the analogue of Xiaomi’s Google Play, which often imposes installation of games and programs. Go to the settings of this application, find the Notifications section and turn off all types of alerts. Also, in the GetApps settings, it is recommended to disable auto-update applications if you prefer to manually control this process through the Play Market.
⚠️ Warning: When disabling notifications in system applications, be careful not to confuse advertising messages with important system warnings, such as memory or security shortages. Usually, advertising notifications are labeled “Recommendation” or come from entertainment services.
Cleaning folders and disabling recommendations on the desktop
The MIUI shell has a habit of adding recommended apps to folders on the desktop. When you open the program folder, the Recommended Block, which is essentially a promotional feed, may appear at the bottom, which annoys many users who appreciate minimalism and order on the home screen.
To remove this feature, open any folder on your desktop. At the top of the open folder, find the settings icon (usually a gear or three dots) or just look at the bottom of the screen where there may be a switch. On different versions of MIUI, the location may differ, but the logic is the same: you need to find the "Recommended Apps" or "Receive recommendations" inside the folder settings and turn it off.
Also, check the settings of the desktop itself. Press and hold your finger on the blank spot of the screen, select Settings and look for options related to Wallpaper Carousel or Horizontal Pages. Often, this is where the sources of news feeds and advertising blocks are hidden. Disabling Wallpaper Carousel will also eliminate the ads on the lock screen that appear when the screen is turned on.
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If you can't find folder settings, try creating a new folder by dragging one application to another. In a new folder, recommendation settings are often immediately available and more prominent than in older system folders.
After doing this, your Redmi Note 9 Pro will have a much cleaner interface, with folders that only contain shortcuts to your installed programs, without intrusive offers to download new games or utilities, not only improving visual experience, but also saving CPU resources that were previously spent on downloading advertising icons.
Additional settings and restrictions for applications
Another layer of customization that is often overlooked is the permissions for specific system services that are not apps in the full sense of the word, but have access to the network, such as MIUI Daemon and Mi Video, which restrict their background activity and data access can prevent hidden loading of advertising modules.
Go to Settings → Applications → All apps. Find MIUI Daemon. Go to Other permissions and disable all options, especially those related to autorun and display over other windows. A similar procedure is recommended for the Analytics application if it is present in your firmware.
For users who want to go further, it is possible to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) commands to remove or freeze advertising components. However, this method requires a computer connection and basic technical knowledge. Commands such as pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.misys can completely disable system advertising services, but careless use of ADB can lead to unstable system operation.
⚠️ Attention: Use ADB-Disabling critical services can result in a cyclical restart of the phone or loss of functionality. Use this method only if you understand what a particular package is responsible for and have the ability to restore the device through Recovery.
Alternatively to complex technical methods, third-party ad blockers such as AdGuard or Blokada can be used, installed as a form of advertising. APK-They create local files. VPN-On the Redmi Note 9 Pro, these applications work steadily, but can slightly increase battery consumption due to the constant active processing of network traffic.
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The comprehensive approach, which includes disabling MSA, configuring DNS, and managing notifications, ensures that 99% of ads are removed without the need to root or flash the device.