How to remove the warning about recording a conversation on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways

The warning to record phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones comes from built-in MIUI or third-party apps that automatically capture voice calls, an option that can be useful for business correspondence or personal notes, but often annoys users with constant notifications about recording, and in some countries, this feature works in violation of local privacy laws unless the interlocutor is notified in advance.

In this article, we will discuss all possible causes of the alert and how to disable it, from standard MIUI settings to manually deleting system files (for advanced users). Particular attention will be paid to the Xiaomi 12/13/14 series, Redmi Note 11/12 and POCO F/X models, where the logic of recording conversations may differ. If you encounter a problem after updating your firmware or installing third-party software, here you will find a solution.

Why is there a warning about recording a conversation?

Before you remove a notification, it's important to understand the source of the notification, and 90 percent of the time, it's the fault of:

• 📱 Built-in function MIUI — Automatic recordings of conversations in the Phone application (activated in settings or by default on some firmware).
• 🔄 Update of the firmware - after update to MIUI 14/15 HyperOS can be enabled by itself (especially on Chinese versions of the software).
• 📲 Third-party applications – voice recorders, instant messengers (for example, Truecaller or Cube Call Recorder), which are integrated into the system phone.
• 🛠️ Rooted Devices – Modified firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.eu) may include a default debugging record.

On Xiaomi’s China ROM models, recording conversations is often activated out of the box due to local data retention laws. In global versions (Global/EEA ROM), the feature is usually disabled, but may appear after resetting settings or installing certain applications.

Method 1: Disabling recording in the standard "Phone" application

The easiest method is to check the settings of the built-in Phone application. The instructions are valid for all devices on MIUI 12-15 and HyperOS:

1. Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
2. Tap it on three points (⋮) top-right → Select Settings.
3. Go to the Recording of conversations (or Call Recording in English firmware).
4. Turn off the Auto-record calls (or Auto-record calls) switch.
5. Delete all existing records if any (Clear or Delete all button).

On some firmware, the path may be different. For example, on POCO F5 with HyperOS, the write section is hidden in Settings → Additional → Call Recording. If there is no point, then the function is disabled at the system level.

⚠️ Note: On Chinese firmware (China) ROM) The recording partition can be blocked without superuser rights, in which case only the flashing to the global version or root access will help.

Method 2: Verification of permissions for third-party applications

If the phone is disabled in the standard application, but the warning still appears, it is the fault of third-party software.

• 📞 Truecaller, Cube Call Recorder, ACR — Popular applications for recording conversations.
• 💬 Messengers with call function: Viber, WhatsApp (in the latest versions can record calls to improve quality).
• 🛡️ Antiviruses or monitoring programs (e.g. Kaspersky Safe Kids).

To find the culprit:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by Permissions (shoot by three dots in the corner).
3. Find apps with access to the Microphone and Phone.
4. Open the suspicious application → Permissions → disable the Microphone and the Call Log.

If you're not sure which app is to blame, temporarily disable all programs that have access to the microphone and check if the warning has disappeared. Then turn on one to determine the culprit.

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After disabling permissions, restart your smartphone – some applications continue to work in the background before the reboot.

Method 3: Resetting the settings of the Phone application

If the conversation record is on at the system level, but there is no explicit switch in the settings, try resetting the phone application data, which will return all parameters to the factory, including hidden ones:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the phone (or com.android.dialer in the list of all apps).
3. Slip the Warehouse → Clear the data and Clear the cache.
4. Confirm the action. Attention: this will delete the call history!

After the reset, check if the next call comes up with a warning, and if so, the problem is deeper (possibly in the firmware). K60 After such a reset, re-activation may be required SIM-map.

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

If standard methods did not help, and the warning interferes - you can turn off the recording of conversations through the ADB-This method requires connecting a smartphone to a PC and basic knowledge of working with Android Debug Bridge.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Xiaomi: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times).
2. Activate Debugging by USB in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB Tools, and execute the commands:

adb shell


settings put global call_recording_enabled 0




pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.incallui/.CallRecordingNotification

The first command turns off the system-level recording, the second command removes the notification, and then restart the device.

⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB If you're not sure what you're doing, skip this method or see a specialist.

Method 5: Reflashing to the global version of MIUI

On China ROM devices, the recording of conversations is often sewn into firmware and not disabled by standard methods. The only radical way is to reflash the phone to the global version (Global/EEA ROM), which will remove all Chinese services, including forced recording.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from en.miui.com (choose Global Stable).
2. Unpack. ZIP-file-file downloaded_rom memory-card.
3. Go to Settings → About the phone → System update.
4. Tap it on three points (⋮) → Select a firmware file → Please indicate the downloaded file.
5. Confirm the update and wait for the reboot.

Once you flash it, all data will be deleted, including conversation records and contacts. Back up via Mi Cloud or locally!

If your model does not support official global firmware (for example, Xiaomi 14 Ultra only for the Chinese market), you can use custom builds like Xiaomi.eu. However, this will require unlocking the bootloader and may not warranty.

What to do if nothing helps

If you have tried all the methods, but the warning about recording conversations still appears, the following reasons are possible:

• 🔧 Hardware problem - on some models (for example, Redmi) K50 Gaming) recording is conducted at the modem level and is not disabled software.
• 📡 Telecom operator – some mobile operators (especially in Asia) are forced to activate the recording for legal purposes.
• 🛡️ Viral software – if the warning appears after the installation of suspicious APK, Check your phone with an antivirus (such as Malwarebytes).

In such cases, the remaining:

1. Contact the Xiaomi service center to disable the feature at the hardware level.
2. Use a second phone for important calls (if the problem is with the operator).
3. Install an alternative call app (like Google Phone) that ignores the system settings of the recording.

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If the alert appears only when calling certain numbers, the problem is most likely on the side of the operator or recipient (for example, he has a record turned on).

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Xiaomi