Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro series smartphones are famous for their magnificent AMOLED-It's a display and performance experience, but many users are clouded by the experience of using embedded advertising, which can appear in system applications, as banners on the desktop, or even as pop-ups on top of other programs. For owners of the 128GB version, this is especially annoying, as advertising processes often consume system resources, slowing down the device.
In this article, we will take a look at all the possible ways to eliminate intrusive marketing, from the official settings of the MIUI shell to the deeper methods of disabling system services. You will learn how to safely deactivate the MSA service, configure personal recommendations and check the device for malware. Disabling the MSA service is a key step, since it is responsible for downloading and displaying most advertising materials in the system.
It's hard to cut out ads completely without losing some apps, but it's very realistic to minimize them. We'll look at proven methods that don't require a superuser (Root) right, which keeps the device warranty. Follow the instructions carefully so you don't disrupt important system components.
Disabling system advertising through MIUI settings
The first step to a clean interface is to disable personalized recommendations. Xiaomi has implemented a mechanism that analyzes your actions to show relevant ads, but this feature can be easily disabled in the security menu.
To start, you need to go to the Security app, which is standard for the MIUI shell. In the window that opens, click on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings. Here you are interested in the Receive Recommendations section. The switch at this point should be converted to an inactive state. After that, the system will stop asking for your preferences for targeting.
Next, you should go through the built-in applications that most often broadcast advertising content, each of which has its own “Get recommendations” or “Show ads” switch:
- 📱 Explorer: Open the application, click on the menu (three bars), select Settings» → «About the program and disable recommendations.
- 🎵 Music: Go to the app settings, find the “Advanced Settings” item and remove the tick from “Show Advertising».
- 🧹 Cleaning: In the Security app, click on the broom icon, then on the gear settings and turn off the Get Recommendations».
It is also important to check the theme settings. Often the ads appear in folders on the desktop or in the lock interface. Go to the Themes app, click on your profile in the lower right corner, select Settings, and disable the "Show Ads" and "Personal Recommendations" items, which will significantly clear the visual interface of your Redmi.
Deactivation of MSA (MIUI System Ads)
MSA (MIUI System Ads) is the primary system process for delivering ads to Xiaomi devices, and completely disabling it is the most effective way to combat banners, but Android and MIUI protection systems do not allow you to simply disable this component the first time, requiring confirmation of action several times.
To find the service, open Settings on your smartphone, scroll down to Passwords and Security, and select Access to Data. From the app list that opens, find msa. Click on it and turn the network access slider off. The system will issue a warning that the app will not be able to connect to the Internet, and will start a countdown of 10 seconds. You need to wait for the timer to end and press OK.
⚠️ Warning: If you notice widgets or system notifications malfunctioning after disabling msa, return network access. In rare cases, global firmware completely shuts down MSA It can affect the work of the GetApps store.
It often happens that after turning off the slider, the system after a while (usually 24 hours or after restarting) will activate it again. This is a protective mechanism, you will have to repeat the shutdown procedure for 3-5 days in a row until the system finally “accepts” your choice and stops returning access.
In addition to the main service, check for related processes. In the same Access to Data menu or through a search in settings (Settings → Apps → All Apps), find the following services and also limit their access to the network or turn off notifications:
- 🔍 Mi Credit: A financial service that often displays loan ads.
- 📈 Mi Video: built-in video player with its own advertising module.
- 📰 News: A news aggregator that can be a source of banners.
Removing Advertising in Mi Browser
Xiaomi’s standard browser is one of the main sources of pop-ups and push notifications. It is set up by default to collect data and show news feeds. If you don’t use this browser all the time, you can simply delete or disable it by replacing it with Chrome or Firefox.
If you can't delete it or you don't want to, you need to do a deep setup, open Mi Browser, click three dots at the bottom of the screen, and go to Settings, find the Privacy and Security section, and you need to turn off all personalization items, and clear your browsing data.
Pay special attention to the Notifications section, which often includes questionable resources in the list of sites that are allowed to send notifications, go through the list and delete any domains you do not know, and there is a "News Feed" or "Discover" option in the browser settings, which should be turned off so that no information noise is displayed on the start page.
For more advanced users, it is recommended to install an ad blocker at the level DNS, For example, AdGuard or use DNS-This will allow you to block ads not only in the browser, but also in other applications where they are loaded through web scripts.
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Fighting viral advertising and hidden miners
Sometimes the source of advertising is not the system services Xiaomi, and malicious applications installed by the user accidentally, such programs can masquerade as system processes, do not have icons in the menu and be called neutral, for example, System Update or Flash Player.
To identify this parasite, look at the behavior of your smartphone. If ads appear at random moments, even when you are on your desktop or in the settings menu, it is almost certainly a virus. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps and carefully study the list. Look for apps without an icon (empty white field) or with suspicious names.
Find a suspicious object? Click on it and select Delete. If the delete button is inactive (gray), then the application has device administrator rights. To select them, go to Settings → Passwords and Security → Privacy → Special Access → Administrator Apps. Uncheck the suspicious application, after which it can be safely removed.
| Sign of a problem | Probable cause | Method of decision |
|---|---|---|
| Advertising in notices | Permission for a specific site or application | Cleaning the notification list in the browser |
| Full-screen pop-ups | Viral application or script | Search for an application without an icon and remove |
| Advertising in only one appendix | Built-in advertising for this app | Shutting down the internet for this application |
| Spontaneous opening of pages | Malware code in the background | Antivirus check and reset settings |
For prevention, it is recommended to install a reliable antivirus, such as Dr.Web Light or Kaspersky, and conduct a full scan of the system. APK-file.
Using Private DNS to block ads
One of the most elegant and effective ways to remove ads on the Redmi Note 10 Pro is to use the “Private” feature. DNS» (Private DNS), This method does not require the installation of third-party applications and works at the network connection level, blocking requests to known ad servers.
To activate this feature, go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS. The default value is “Auto.” Select “DNS Provider Host Name” (or “Manual”) and enter the address: dns.adguard.com. Save settings in the field.
Once you have set up your device, all traffic will pass through AdGuard DNS filters, which means that requests to download banner ads will be blocked before they reach your screen.
⚠️ Attention: When using private DNS Some apps or sites may stop working correctly if they use the same domains as ad networks. DNS in the "Auto" or "Disconnected" mode».
The advantage of this method is that it does not load the processor of the smartphone, unlike blocking applications that work in the background, but it will not be able to remove ads in Xiaomi’s own services (for example, in the Themes or Music app) if it is sewn directly into the application code, rather than downloaded from the network.
What if the internet is gone after the DNS change?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
In this section, we will answer the most popular questions of users of Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro related to advertising and system configuration.
Is it safe to turn off MSA? Is the phone going to break?
Why does the advertisement appear again in a few days?
Can Xiaomi System Apps Be Removed Completely?
Does the ad affect the speed of the Redmi Note 10 Pro?
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Before making major changes to your system, back up your important data via Mi Cloud or Google Account, which will keep your contacts and photos safe in case of unforeseen errors.
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A comprehensive approach, including disabling MSA, setting up Private DNS and virus testing, ensures complete elimination of advertising on your Xiaomi.