How to remove ads on the phone Xiaomi Redmi 9 Pro

Xiaomi smartphone owners often face intrusive ads that appear in system applications, browsers and even when unlocking the screen. The Redmi 9 Pro model, which runs on the MIUI shell, is no exception to this rule, since monetizes is part of its services through the display of advertising content. However, there are many effective ways to completely or partially get rid of this visual noise without the need to obtain superuser rights.

The process of clearing the system from advertising requires a series of actions in different settings sections. You do not need to be a programming expert to perform these steps, but it is important to follow the instructions carefully so as not to disable important system functions. Below we will discuss a detailed algorithm of actions that will help make using the Redmi 9 Pro as comfortable as possible and free from extraneous pop-ups.

It is worth noting that some changes may require a device reboot to take effect.Before you start manipulations, make sure you have a stable internet connection, as some settings sync with the server or require checking for security component updates.

Disabling system advertising in MIUI

The first and most important step is to disable the primary service responsible for collecting data and displaying ads on the system. MSA (MIUI System Ads, and it's the one that broadcasts banners in standard applications. To deactivate it, you need to go to the settings menu, select "Passwords and Security" and then "Data Access." In the list that opens, find the msa application and disable the web access slider.

After the slider is turned off, the system will ask you to wait 10 seconds, then prompt you to confirm the action. Press the "Disable" button. If you failed to turn off the first time and there was an error, try repeating the procedure 2-3 times, since the server may not respond instantly. This is a normal practice of protecting against accidental shutdown of an important service from the point of view of developers.

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If the “Disable” button is inactive, try first to turn off the Internet on your phone, turn off the slider, and then turn the Internet back on before confirming.

Beyond the main service, check your ad personalization settings. Go to Settings → Passwords & Security → Privacy → Advertising Services. This option will deactivate the “Receive References” or “Personalized Advertising” option, which will not remove ads completely, but will make them less intrusive and tied to your interests.

⚠️ Note: After disabling the msa service, some features, such as the wallpaper carousel theme, may stop updating or not work correctly, as they are tied to the same advertising module.

Set up the built-in browser and clear notifications

The built-in Mi Browser browser is often a source of annoying push notifications and news feeds on the home screen. To stop this flow of information, open your browser and click on the menu icon (three bars). Select Settings, then go to Privacy and Security. Here you need to turn off the "Receive Notifications" and "Personalized Recommendations" option.

It’s also worth clearing your browser’s cache and data if it has already accumulated many temporary files that can provoke targeted advertising. Go to Settings → Apps → All Apps → Mi Browser → Storage and click “Clean” This will return the browser to factory settings without saving history and passwords.

• 🚫 Turn off push notifications in the browser settings.
• 🧹 Regularly clear history and cache to reset advertising identifiers.
• 🔒 Disable location access for news widgets.
• 📉 Remove News Feed shortcuts from your desktop if they are not used.

If you use an alternative browser, such as Chrome or Firefox, be sure to check their notification settings for sites. Often, the ads come not from the app itself, but from the sites visited that have requested permission to display notifications. In the browser address bar, click on the lock next to the site address and select “Block Notifications”.

Managing Notifications from System Applications

Many of Xiaomi’s standard apps, such as Music, Video, Explorer, and Downloads, have built-in content promotion mechanisms. They can send notifications about “hot new products” or “recommended videos.” To remove ads on Redmi 9 Pro, you need to individually customize each of these apps.

The most common concern is the Downloads app, which can show ads in the form of file download completion notifications or simply suggest installing games. Open the Downloads app, click three dots in the corner, select Settings, and find the Recommended Content item, then turn it off. It is also helpful to disable the Receive Notifications for New Files option if you don't need one.

The procedure is similar for the Mi Music and Mi Video app, and in the settings of these players, you need to find the Advanced Settings or About section and turn off receiving recommendations and news. In some versions of MIUI, these options may be hidden in the general settings menu of the phone under System Apps.

⚠️ Note: When you disable notifications for system applications, you may miss important system messages, so read the description of each option carefully before deactivating it.

Disabling Advertising in the Security and Topics app

The Security app is a system control center that also contains ad modules. When scanning your phone for viruses or cleaning up your memory, a banner may appear suggesting you install a game or app. To remove this, open Security, click on the gear in the upper right corner, and find Receive recommendations.

Themes is also a source of advertising, especially if you change designs frequently, and in the theme settings (profile icon or gear), you need to find the Settings section and disable Personal Recommendations and Auto Theme Update if you don’t need one, which will significantly reduce the number of pop-ups when using the theme.

It is important to understand that the ad modules in these applications can be updated regardless of the main system. So if the ad appears again after a while, check the settings again. Sometimes cleaning the data of the application itself through the application management menu helps, but you need to do this with caution so as not to bring down the antivirus databases.

Using DNS to Block Advertising

One of the most effective methods, which works at the operating system level, is to use a private DNS. This method allows you to block requests to known ad servers without installing additional applications. For Redmi 9 Pro, this method is especially relevant, since it does not require root rights.

Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS. The default value is “Auto.” Select “DNS Provider Host Name” (or “Manual”) and enter the address of one of the popular blockers, such as dns.adguard.com. Save settings.

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Once you have setups, all traffic that goes through the DNS will be filtered, which will remove ads not only in the browser, but also in many free apps and games, but you should be prepared that some sites or applications may stop working correctly if they use the same domains as the ad networks.

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Use of the DNS-Filtering is the most universal method that works on all applications at once, but requires a stable Internet connection to work. DNS-server.

Additional methods and blockers

If standard methods are not enough, you can use third-party solutions. AdGuard (version from its own site, not from the Play Market, since Google prohibits such blockers) allows you to filter traffic more flexibly. It creates a localized system. VPN-tunnel through which all traffic is filtered.

Also worth noting is the wallpaper carousel feature, which is often the source of ads on the lock screen. To turn it off, go to Settings. → Wallpaper. → Wallpaper carousel and switch off the switch, which will free the lock screen from advertising pictures and news.

Remember that the complete removal of system components of advertising is possible only with Root rights, but this deprives you of warranty and can lead to unstable operation of Redmi 9 Pro.

• 📲 Install AdGuard from an official source for deep filtering.
• 🖼️ Turn off the “carousel wallpaper” in the design settings.
• ⚙️ Use Do Not Disturb Mode to Limit Background Activity.
• 🔄 Update the system regularly as new versions are available MIUI Sometimes they contain security patches.

⚠️ Note: Installing applications from unknown sources (outside the Play Market) carries security risks.

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