How to completely disable recording of conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 7A: 5 proven ways

Smartphone Xiaomi Redmi 7A steerable MIUI It offers users an automatic phone recorder, a useful tool for recording important conversations or evidence, but not everyone likes that all calls are saved without a request: It takes up memory, creates risks of personal information leakage, and may violate privacy laws in some countries. MIUI/voice_recording audio files with conversations – they can and should be turned off.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to deactivate recording, from standard MIUI settings to hidden settings and third-party utilities. We will pay special attention to the nuances of the Redmi 7A firmware (codename pine), since this model implements the function differently from new Xiaomi devices.

Why does Redmi 7A record conversations without permission?

The Redmi 7A call recording feature is activated by default in some MIUI regional firmware (especially in the India and China version).

• 📱 Local laws: In some countries, recording conversations is allowed without notifying the other party (e.g. India to protect against fraudsters).
• 🔄 Firmware error: On older versions MIUI 10/11 (redmi 7A) function may be activated after the update.
• 📲 Partner Apps: Some system utilities (e.g. Mi Security) have access to a microphone and can initialize a recording.
• 🔧 Hidden settings: The engineering menu (#4636##) has options that affect call processing.

Important: if you didn't manually set up the recording, but the files appear, the fault is the firmware. On new Xiaomi models (like the Redmi Note 12), the function works differently: it requires explicit permission before each call. On the Redmi 7A, the control is less flexible.

⚠️ Note: In Russia, recording telephone conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is prohibited by Art. 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Even if the files are stored only on your device, their presence can become a problem in court proceedings.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in options. On Redmi 7A, the path to write settings may vary depending on the version of MIUI:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the Recording of Conversations section (or Call Recording in English firmware).
4. Switch the slider to the off position (or uncheck the box from Automatic Recording).
5. Save the changes and restart the phone.

If you don't have Record Conversations on the menu, your firmware doesn't support interface management, so you can move on to the following.

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Method 2: Removing permissions for the Phone application

If the standard method fails, the recording can be initialized through the permissions of the Phone app.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone (or com.android.dialer) in the list and open its settings.
3. Select Permissions → Microphone.
4. Set the meaning of Prohibit (or Refuse).
5. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

Consequences: After that, the app won't be able to record calls, but voice commands (like voice dialing) may also stop working. If you only need voice communication, this method will do.

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If the microphone is gone after the microphone is turned off, check the settings Sound and vibration → Call quality.

Method 3: Use of the Engineering Menu (for the experienced)

The hidden engineering menu allows you to manage Redmi 7A's low-level settings, including call processing, a method that is risky - incorrect settings can disrupt network or sound.

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 Turn off radio section – don’t press this button!
4. Find Voice Call Recording (or Auto Call Rec) and set Disable.
5. Go back to the main menu and restart the phone.

If there is no Voice Call Recording option, your firmware version does not support this menu. Alternative: try the combination ##847## (test mode for Qualcomm chips running Redmi 7A).

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for PC)

If the software methods didn't work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a tool to manage Android through a computer.

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS;
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original);
• 📱 Included debugging by USB phone-on.

Step-by-step:

1. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
2. On Phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to turn on Developer Mode).
3. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and activate Debugging over USB.
4. Connect your phone to your PC, open the command line in the ADB folder, and type in: adb devices (the name of your device should appear).
5. Execute the command to disable the record: adb shell settings put global call_recording_disabled 1
6. Reboot the phone.

To return the record back, use the same command with a value of 0 instead of 1.

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ADB-commands are the most reliable way to disable the recording at the system level, but require a connection to the PC. If the function is activated again after the reboot, repeat the command and check for updates. MIUI (They can reset the settings).

Method 5: Remove system APKs (root only)

If you have root rights (e.g., through Magisk), you can remove the system components responsible for recording, and this is a last resort, because doing the wrong thing will cause your phone to fail.

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/CallRecorder or /system/app/CallRecorder.
3. Delete or rename the files: CallRecorder.apk CallRecorder.odex (if any)

Phone.

Reset the device.

Alternatively, freeze the app via Titanium Backup or Lucky Patcher (less risky).

⚠️ Attention: Removal of system APK It may disrupt the updates. MIUI through OTA. Before that, create a backup copy through TWRP Or OrangeFox.

How to delete the saved conversation records?

Even after the function is disabled, the phone may still have old audio files, which must be manually deleted:

1. Open the Files app (or any file manager).
2. Go to the Internal Storage folder → MIUI → voice_recording.
3. Select all files (usually.amr or.mp3) and delete them.
4. Clean the basket (if used).
5. For complete removal without recovery, use utilities like Secure Delete.

If the problem remains, check your phone for viruses using Malwarebytes or Dr.Web. Some spyware masquerades as system processes and records calls in the background.

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