How to remove the phrase “call recording started” on Xiaomi: all ways

The call recording notification on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO appears every time you activate the call recording function, even if you've never turned it on. This phrase is not only annoying, it can also confuse the interlocutor, making it seem like you're secretly recording a conversation. 90% of the time, the problem lies in the settings of the phone system app or conflict with Google services.

In this article, 5 proven ways to remove the inscription, including hidden MIUI settings that are not documented in the official Xiaomi help.The methods work on all current firmware versions (MIUI 12-14) and Android (11-14), including Xiaomi 13/14 models, Redmi Note 12/13 and POCO F5/X5. If the standard shutdown of the entry in the menu did not help, read on.

Why does the message “Call recording started” appear?

The reason for a notification is always related to one of three systems:

• 📱 Appendix "Telephone" - in MIUI The recording function is built-in by default and can be activated automatically (for example, when connecting headphones or geolocating).
• 🤖 Google Services – If you’ve ever used a Google Phone or Google Drive app to back up calls, the system can “remember” this behavior.
• 🔄 Firmware conflict - after update MIUI Record settings can be reset or duplicated (a common problem on Xiaomi) 12T redmi K50).

Important: the label appears even if the recording is not being done, because MIUI sends a notification about the possibility of recording (as required by some laws), for example, in India and the EU, smartphones are required to inform people about the availability of the recording feature – and Xiaomi includes this notification globally for all regions.

⚠️ Note: On models with Android 13+ and MIUI 14 Disabling a record through a standard menu may not work due to changes in Google's privacy policy. ADB third-party.

Method 1: Disabling the recording in the settings of the application "Phone"

The most obvious method is to check the settings of the Phone system application, but in the latest versions of MIUI, this item can be hidden or moved.

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Go to the Record of Conversations section (if not, see Method 2).
4. Turn off the Automatic Record slider and Notify the Record.
5. At the bottom of the screen, click Clear Record History (if any).

If there is no section Recording of conversations:

• 🔍 Check if it is hidden under the optional or advanced settings.
• 📱 In some models (POCO X4 Pro, Redmi 10C) Recording is managed through Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Permits → Microphone.

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⚠️ Note: On firmware for the Indian region (marking) IN in the model number) the recording function can be blocked at the system level, in which case only changing the firmware region or using the system will help. ADB.

Method 2: Reset the settings of the “Phone” application

If the recording is disabled but the notification keeps appearing, reset the app settings, which will delete all user settings, including hidden recording flags:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone (or com.android.dialer) and open it.
3. Click Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Go back and select Resetting (if any).
5. Reboot your smartphone.

After discharge:

• 🔄 When the first call is made, the system may suggest that you turn on the record again – refuse.
• 📵 If the inscription is back, check if third-party recording apps are installed (such as Cube Call Recorder or Cube Call Recorder). ACR).

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Before resetting, export your call history: open the Phone app → three points → Import/Export → Export to File.

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (for power users)

If standard methods don't work, use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) to force the feature to be disabled, which works 100% of the time, but requires a PC connection.

What you need:

• 💻 A computer with installed Xiaomi drivers and ADB (You can download from the official website).
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times to press to unlock the developer mode, then additionally → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Instructions:

1. Connect your smartphone to your PC and confirm your trusted device.
2. Open the command line (Win + R → enter cmd) and do:

adb shell settings put global call_recording_notification_enabled 0


adb shell settings put global call_recording_auto_start_enabled 0

For Android 13+ models, add:

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


adb shell pm revoke com.android.dialer android.permission.CAPTURE_AUDIO_OUTPUT

Once you have completed the commands, restart your smartphone, and the notification will disappear, but the recording of the calls will become completely unavailable.

Method 4: Remove updates to the Phone app

On some firmware (MIUI 13.5+), the notification appears due to the automatic update of the Phone system application via Google Play.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone.
2. Click on the three dots in the top corner → Remove updates.
3. Confirm the action and restart the device.

If the Remove Updates item is inactive:

• 🔧 Turn off auto-update for the app on Google Play:

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Method 5: Change the firmware region (advanced method)

On some models (Xiaomi 13T, Redmi K60), the recording notification is rigidly spelled out in firmware for India (IN), Indonesia (ID) and Pakistan (PK), the solution is to change the firmware region to Global (EEA or RU).

How to check the current region:

1. Open the settings → About the phone → version of MIUI.
2. Look at the last 2 letters in the build number (e.g. V14.0.3.0.TLOINXM – region IN).

How to change the region:

1. Download the firmware for your model with the EEA or Global region from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website.
2. Rename the file to update.zip and place it in the root of the phone’s memory.
3. Go to Settings → About Phone → System Update → Click on three points → Select a firmware file.
4. Confirm the installation and wait for the reboot.

⚠️ Warning: Changing the firmware region can result in: Reset all data (back up!), loss of support for some local features (e.g. Mi Pay for India). OTA-Updates (you will need to install the firmware manually).

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Additional causes and solutions

If none of these methods worked, check:

• 🎧 Connected accessories: Some Bluetooth headsets (e.g. Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro) automatically activate the recording when connected. Disable them or reset settings.
• 📱 Duplicate applications: Remove all third-party call recording software (Cube Call Recorder, ACR, Truecaller).
• 🔄 If you have a root installed, check the modules in Magisk, especially those related to Audio or Telephony.
• 📡 Network settings: Some carriers (e.g. AirTel in India) have automatic recording. SIM-card.

For Android 14 and MIUI 14 models (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Note 13 Pro+) you may need to:

• Turn off the Google Assistant feature during calls (Settings → Google → Assistant → Phone).
• Delete the cache of Google Play Services (Settings → Apps → Google Play Services → Storage → Clear cache).

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On models with a Dimensity 9000+ chip (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi K60 Ultra), the recording notification may be associated with the hardware security module, in which case only a rollback to an older version of MIUI will help.

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