How to remove notifications from the lock screen on Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T: all ways

The lock screen of Xiaomi Redmi Note 8T is not only protecting your data, but also a window into the world of notifications. However, not all users like when the content of messages from messengers, mail or social networks is displayed on a locked screen. This is a question of not only privacy, but also convenience: a constant stream of alerts can distract or even drain the battery due to frequent display switches.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can hide notifications on the Redmi Note 8T lock screen, from standard MIUI settings to advanced ADB and third-party utilities. We’ll focus on the nuances that depend on the firmware version (e.g. MIUI 12/13/14) and device model. If you want to leave notifications only for individual applications or turn them off completely, here’s the solution.

🔹 Important: Some methods require administrator rights or debugging USB. If you are not sure about your actions, use only standard settings. MIUI.

1. Method: Standard MIUI settings (without root)

The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in options, which is suitable for most users and does not require additional knowledge.

Open the Settings menu → Notifications and Status bar → Notifications on the lock screen. Here you will see three main options:

• 📱 Show all text notifications – display the title and content (by default).
• 🔒 Hide the content of notifications – only app icons and headers are shown.
• ❌ Do not show notifications – completely disabling alerts on the lock.

Choose the second or third option depending on your preferences. If you want to leave notifications but hide their content, the optimal option is "Hide content." After changing the settings, check the result by blocking the screen with the power button.

⚠️ Note: on some versions MIUI 14 The path to settings may be different. If you don't find "Notifications on the lock screen", try the alternative route: Settings → Annexes → Management of notifications → Lock screen.

2. Method: Configure for individual applications

If you only need to hide notifications from specific messengers (like WhatsApp or Telegram) and leave others visible, use customized settings. This is convenient when you want to see alerts from banking apps but hide private messages.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Notification management.
2. Select the application from the list (for example, Viber).
3. Slip to the item "Notifications on the lock screen".
4. Select "Hide Content" or "Do Not Show".

For convenience, you can sort applications by category (social networks, messengers, system) - so it is easier to find the right one. Remember that changes apply immediately, but sometimes you need to restart the device for proper operation.

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💡 Useful tip: if notifications are still shown after the changes, clear the Settings app cache → Annexes → All applications → Settings → Clear the cache. This often solves problems with synchronizing settings.

3. Method: Use of ADB (for advanced users)

If the standard settings do not give the desired result (for example, on custom firmware), you can use the ADB-This method requires connecting the device to the PC and enabling debugging mode, but allows you to flexibly manage notifications.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and tap on the MIUI version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable “Debugging by USB”.
3. Connect the Redmi Note 8T to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
4. Open the command line (Windows) or the terminal (macOS/Linux) Enter: adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 0 This command will completely disable notifications on the lock.

To return notifications, replace 0 with 1. To partially hide the content, use the command:

adb shell settings put global lock_screen_allow_private_notifications 0

⚠️ Attention: misuse ADB This can cause system failures. Before executing commands, back up your data through Settings. → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

Method: Third-party applications (without root)

If you need advanced notification management capabilities (e.g., hiding only for certain contacts or over time), look for third-party utilities. 8T fit:

• 🔐 Notification History Log – keeps a log of notifications and allows you to filter their display.
• 🛡️ Hide Lockscreen Notifications – a special application for hiding notifications (requires permission to access notifications).
• 📱 Naptime – optimizes notifications in the background (useful for battery savings).

To use such applications:

1. Download the utility from Google Play.
2. Provide access to notifications in Settings → Applications → Special Access → Access to notifications.
3. Set up the rules of hiding in the application interface.

Important: Some applications may conflict with MIUI’s energy-saving features. If notifications stop coming after installation, add it to the auto-cleaning exception list (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization).

5. Method: Disabling notifications via Safe Mode (diagnostics)

If the lock notifications appear against all settings, the problem may lie in the application conflict. To check this, run the device in Safe Mode, where only system services work.

How to activate Safe Mode:

1. Press the power button before the off menu appears.
2. Hold your finger on the "Switch off" option - a prompt will appear to go to Safe Mode.
3. Confirm the action and wait for the reboot.

In Safe Mode, check if the notifications are displayed on the lock. If not, the problem is in one of the installed applications. alternately delete the newly installed programs until you find the culprit.

• 🤖 Launchers (for example, Nova Launcher or POCO Launcher).
• 🔄 Battery Optimizers (e.g. Greenify).
• 📱 Automation applications (e.g. MacroDroid).

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Safe Mode is a diagnostic tool, not a permanent solution, and once you find a problem, go back to normal and uninstall the conflicting app.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make the choice easier, we have compiled a table with the pros and cons of each method:

For most Redmi Note 8T users, the first two methods are sufficient. If you need fine-tuning (for example, hiding notifications only at night or for specific contacts), look for ADB or third-party utilities.

Frequent problems and solutions

Even after all the recommendations have been applied, notifications may continue to appear.

Problem 1: Settings are not saved after the reboot.

Solution: Clear the Settings app cache (as described above) or reset the notification settings to factory: Settings → Apps → Notification management → Three dots (menu) → Reset settings.

Problem 2: Notifications are displayed despite the option of “Do not show”.

Solution: Check if the "Show as Important Notifications" mode is enabled for a particular application. Open the notification settings for that application and turn off the "Show as Important" option.

Problem 3: After the MIUI update, the settings reset.

Solution: This is typical system behavior. After major updates (e.g., from MIUI 12 to MIUI 13), you will have to reconfigure notifications. To avoid this in the future, back up through Settings → Additional → Backup (select System Settings).

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If you often encounter problems after updates, turn off automatic updates in Settings → About Phone → System Update → Three Points → Settings → Auto Update.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions