How to completely disable the recording of conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 9C: all ways

Xiaomi Redmi 9C is a budget smartphone with automatic call recording that can work incorrectly: save unnecessary conversations, take up space in memory or even violate privacy. Unlike flagship models, where the option is easily disabled in two clicks, on the Redmi 9C with MIUI 12/13 firmware, the process is complicated by hidden settings and localization features.

In this article, we’ll look at all the possible methods, from standard disabling through the Phone menu to editing system rights through ADB. Also explain why recording can resume after updates, and how to prevent this. If you find that the write option does not appear in the settings at all (relevant for some regions), here you will find a solution.

Why Call Recording is on by Default on Redmi 9C

The automatic call recording feature on Xiaomi was introduced in MIUI 10, but on budget models (including the Redmi 9C), it works differently than on top-end devices.

• 📱 Regional restrictions: In some countries (India, Indonesia) recording is enabled by default due to local laws on recording conversations. 9C With global firmware, the option can be hidden.
• 🔄 Updates MIUI: After updates to MIUI 12.5+ Record settings are sometimes reset or moved to other menus.
• 📁 On budget smartphones Xiaomi can be installed two dialers – standard com.android.dialer and proprietary com.miui.dialer, which causes conflicts.

It is important to understand that even if you manually disabled the recording, it can resume after:

• ⚡ Resetting settings to factory.
• 🔄 Firmware updates (especially when switching to a new version) MIUI).
• 📲 Install third-party applications for calls (such as Truecaller or Google Phone).

Method 1: Disconnect via the standard “Phone” application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in dialer settings, but on Redmi 9C, the path to these may vary depending on the MIUI version:

1. Open the phone app** (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the Call Recording section (or Call Recording in English).
4. Switch the slider "Automatic Recording"** to the position Off.

If the call record is not on the menu:

• 🔍 Check if it is hidden under the optional or advanced settings.
• 🌐 Try changing the system language to English – sometimes the options are only visible in English.
• 📌 Update the Phone app via Google Play (if supported).

Make sure you have the latest version MIUI|Check the presence of the item "Recording calls" in the dialer settings|Disable the recording for all contacts, not just individual contacts|Reboot your phone after the changes-->

⚠️ Note: Some of the Redmi firmware 9C (for example, MIUI 12.0.8) the write option is hidden due to a localization error, in which case only the method of writing will help. ADB.

Method 2: Removal of recording rights for the Phone application

If the standard shutdown doesn't work, you can deny the dialer access to the microphone and storage.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone** (or com.android.dialer) and open its settings.

Cons of the method:

• ❌ Calls will be impossible - the dialer will not be able to use the microphone.
• 🔄 After updating MIUI permits may be reset.

Alternatively, instead of completely shutting down the microphone, only shut down access to the Warehouse, and then the recordings will no longer be saved, but the conversations will be available in real time (before the reboot).

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If calls don't work after the microphone is turned off, try using a third-party dialer (like Google Phone).

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If the call recording is not disabled through the interface, you need to edit the system settings via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that requires a computer and basic command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version.

USB debugging

Settings → Additional → For Developers

Redmi 9C

adb shell


pm revoke com.android.dialer android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO




pm revoke com.android.dialer android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

Reboot the phone.

What teams do:

• 🔇 RECORD_AUDIO — Revokes the right to use the microphone.
• 📁 WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE — blocks the storage of records in memory.

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI To avoid this, create a script to automatically execute commands when you connect to a PC (for example, via Tasker).

Method 4: Delete existing records and clean the cache

Even after the function is disabled, old records can take up space in memory.

1. Open the File Manager application**.

If the folders sound_recorder no:

• 📂 Use a file manager with root rights (such as Root Explorer) if the recording was done by a system process.

Why Call Recording Can Be Turned On Again

Redmi 9C users often complain that the recording feature is spontaneously activated.

On MIUI 13+ firmware for Redmi 9C, call recording can be activated due to the Smart Assistant feature, which analyzes conversations for sentences. Disable it in Settings → Special Features → Smart Assistant.

What to do if no one method helps

If the call record continues to work despite all the manipulations, radical measures remain:

1. Install a third-party dialer: Download Google Phone or Simple Dialer from Google Play. Make it the default app in Settings → Apps → By default.
2. Reverse to the old version MIUI: If the problem appears after the update, go back to the previous firmware via Fastboot. XDA Developers or 4PDA.

Contact us for support of Xiaomi

• Write to the support chat via Settings → About the phone → Feedback.
• Specify the model (Redmi 9C), the version of MIUI and describe the problem.

The last option is to get root rights and remove the system recording module.

• ⚠️ Deprives you of security.
• 🔐 Requires unlocking the bootloader (Bootloader).
• 📉 It can cause unstable operation of the phone.

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If recording calls is critical to your job, consider buying a specialized device (like a voice recorder) instead of using a smartphone.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi 9C call recording