Notification of recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro can appear due to system functions MIUI, and the fault of third-party applications. Most often the problem is associated with automatic recording in the application “Dictophone” or security settings. In this article, we will discuss all possible causes and ways of disconnection, from basic to hidden parameters of the developer.
It's important to understand that the recording alert can vary depending on the firmware version. On the Redmi Note 9 Pro with MIUI 12-14, the function's algorithm has changed: now recording can be activated not only manually, but also by triggers (for example, when talking to unfamiliar numbers), We tested all methods on current versions of the software - below only working solutions.
Why does a notification appear to record a conversation?
Before you turn off the alert, you need to understand its source. On the Redmi Note 9 Pro, call recording can be triggered from:
- 📱 Standard application "Dictophone" - in MIUI It is integrated into the phone module and can automatically save conversations.
- 🛡️ Security settings – “Recording suspicious calls” function in Settings → Password and security.
- 🤖 Third-party applications – Truecaller, Call Recorder, Cube ACR Others may duplicate system notifications.
- 🔧 Settings for developers are rare, but sometimes the recording is activated through Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI (5 times to tap) → Developer parameters.
If the notification appears even when you don't click on the record, it's likely one of the automatic features to blame. On MIUI 13+, the algorithm has become more aggressive: the system can save conversations from numbers labeled "fraudulent" or "spam" without your knowledge.
⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 9 Pro firmware (especially global ones) have default call recording enabled for all incoming calls from unidentified numbers. This is due to Xiaomi's security policy in selected regions (India, Indonesia). → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
Method 1: Disabling recording in the application "Dictorney"
The most obvious source of the problem is the standard Dictophone app, which can automatically save conversations even if you don't press the record button, to turn off:
- Open the Dictophone app (the microphone icon on your desktop).
- Go to Calls (or Call Records in English).
- Tap it on. ⚙️ «Settings" in the upper right corner.
- Find the Auto Record call option and move the slider to the off position.
- In the same menu, check the Notice of Recording item - it must also be disabled.
If your MIUI version doesn’t have an explicit Auto Record option, look for All Call Recording or Smart Recording. Some firmwares have the option hidden deeper in Settings → Additional → Call Recording.
☑️ Checking the settings of the recorder
On the firmware MIUI 14 for India (IN) Indonesia (ID) Default call recording is enabled for all incoming calls from unidentified numbers. To completely disable it, you need to reset the settings of the Dictator application via Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Dictaphone → Warehouse → Clear the data.
Method 2: Security settings for MIUI
The Redmi Note 9 Pro has a hidden feature called "suspicious" calls that runs through the security module, which can activate even if you've never used a voice recorder, to turn off:
- Go to Settings. → Password and security.
- Choose Fraud Protection (or Fraud Protection).
- Find the "Record of suspicious calls" item and deactivate it.
- Go back and check the Security Notice section – there may be a separate switch for recording alerts.
If there is no “Recording suspicious calls” item, try an alternative route:
Settings → Applications → Application Management → Three points (⋮) → Show system → Security (or "Security") → Notifications → Disable "Call Record"⚠️ Note: Some Redmi Note 9 Pro firmware (especially Chinese ones) have a call recording feature tied to the Mi Cloud service. If you sync data to the cloud, the recording can be turned on automatically. → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Synchronization → Call records and turn it off.
Method 3: Verification of third-party applications
If system settings do not help, third-party software is to blame. Most often, the problem arises from:
- 📞 Truecaller – has a built-in call record that can conflict with MIUI.
- 🎤 Cube ACR, Call Recorder – Popular recording apps that sometimes run in the background.
- 🔒 Antiviruses (Avast, 360 Security) – some scan for fraud calls and may include recording.
To find the culprit:
- Go to Settings → Notifications → Latest notifications.
- See which app sent the record alert (click on the notification to see the source).
- Open Settings → Applications → Application Management, find this software and turn off the permission to Record audio and Read the call log.
If you are not sure which app is to blame, temporarily disable all programs with permission to record the sound:
Settings → Privacy → Permissions → MicrophoneIn the list, disable access to all suspicious applications.
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To quickly find all applications with microphone access, search for the settings (loop at the top) for "microphone" and the system will show all the software that can record sound.
Method 4: Reset the settings of the Phone application
If the recording is turned on by itself, the settings of the standard Phone application may have gone wrong, in which case the reset will help:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find the phone app (or phone) and tap it.
- Select Warehouse → Clear the data and confirm the action.
- Reboot the phone.
After reset, all call settings will return to factory settings, including recording options.Warning: this will delete the call history, so pre-export it if it is important (via Phone). → ⋮ → Imports/exports).
| Action. | Effects of consequences | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone data cleanup | Resetting call history, recording settings | Export history before dumping |
| Cleaning the Dictator cache | Deletion of temporary record files | Secure, records data will be stored |
| Resetting all settings | Return to factory parameters | The extreme method, if nothing helps |
Method 5: Developer settings (for experienced)
In rare cases, call recording is managed through hidden developer settings, which is suitable if the previous methods have failed:
- Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 5 times on MIUI Version (you will see a message saying “You’ve become a developer”).
Additionally. → Developer parameters
USB debugging
Calls.
Audio
- Disable call recording
- Force disable call notifications
If there are no such options, try an alternative method through ADB (PC required):
adb shell settings put global call_recording_notification_enabled 0This command disables system-level recording notifications, and it requires Android Platform Tools and enabled USB debugging.
What to do if ADB is not working?
What to do if nothing helps
If the recording alert continues to appear despite all manipulation, radical measures remain:
- 🔄 Update MIUI — In newer versions of firmware, the recording bug is often fixed. → The phone. → Updating the system.
- ⚙️ Resetting to factory settings is an extreme method, but guaranteed to remove all settings, including hidden recording triggers!
- 📥 Flip-through – if the problem is in the regional version MIUI (For example, Indian firmware with forced recording, you can upgrade to the global or European version via Fastboot.
Before resetting, try another trick: create a guest profile in your user settings (Settings → Account → Users) and check if the notification appears in it. If not, the problem is with your main profile settings.
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If the recording alert only appears on specific numbers, check them in the blacklist (Phone) → ⋮ → Blacklist. Sometimes. MIUI Automatically records calls from numbers marked as “Spam".