Xiaomi smartphone owners often face intrusive ads that appear in system applications and the MIUI interface. For the Redmi Note 9 Pro, this problem is relevant, since the device operates on the basis of a shell that actively monetizes the user experience. However, there is a proven method to minimize the amount of advertising to a minimum or completely get rid of it.
Removing the ad module does not require superuser rights or device flashing, all necessary actions are performed through standard system settings and switching. DNS-This is safe for the Redmi Note 9 Pro to guarantee and maintain stability.
In this article, we will take a closer look at each step of cleaning the interface, learn how to turn off the MSA service, remove recommendations in folders, and disable personalized offers in standard applications. Follow the instructions consistently to get the most out of it.
Disabling MSA Service is a Major Step to Cleaning Up
The main source of intrusive banners in the system is the system application MSA (MIUI System Ads), which is responsible for collecting data about your preferences and displaying advertising content, the first thing you need to disable it through the authorization settings.
Go to the smartphone settings menu and find Password and Security. From the list that opens, select Access to Data or Access to Account. This list shows all system services that have access to the Internet. Search in the msa list and put the switch in an inactive position.
The system will warn you that a service shutdown may affect some functions. Ignore this warning and press "Disable." The change takes exactly 10 seconds to take effect, after which the button becomes active for confirmation. If you press again, the system may give an error.
⚠️ Attention: After disconnection MSA Advertising won't disappear instantly.Redmi Note processor 9 Pro must complete background tasks, so the full effect will be noticeable through 10-15 minutes or after restarting the device.
It is important to understand that MIUI tries to automatically re-open this service. Check this section periodically, especially after major system updates. In some versions of the firmware, the item may be called "Get recommendations."
Set up standard Xiaomi applications
In addition to the system module, the ad integrations are built into standard utilities such as Explorer, Music, Themes and Security, each of which has its own privacy settings that need to be changed manually.
Start with the Explorer app. Open it, click on the menu (three bars) and select Settings. Find About or Get Recommendations and turn off the switch. Similar steps should be repeated for the Music app: go to settings, select Additional settings, and check the box from Get Recommendations.
The situation is similar in the Mi Themes app, so go to your user profile, then to your settings, and turn off Personal Recommendations, and that will remove banner ads from the theme and wallpaper store's home screen.
- 📱 Security App: Open Settings (cogs), find “Receive Recommendations” and turn off this feature.
- 🎵 Service "Mi Video": in the settings of the application remove the tick from the item "Online recommendations».
- 📂 File Manager: Make sure that the “Settings” section has “Recommended Content” disabled».
Remember that after updating standard applications through the GetApps store, settings may reset. It is recommended to periodically check these points to keep the system clean.
☑️ Verification of system applications
Removing Advertising in Folders and on the Desktop
One of the most annoying things about MIUI is that you get offers directly inside your desktop folders, and when you open your app folder, you can see a line called "Recommended" that contains icons of games or services.
To remove this line, open any folder on your desktop. At the top of the folder, you'll see a title and possibly a recommendation line. Click on the folder name to open the name editing field. To the right of the title input field is the Recommended (or four-square icon) switch. Turn it off.
And then the ad line disappears from the current folder, and unfortunately, in some versions of MIUI, you have to do this for each folder separately, and it takes time, but the result is worth it, and it gets much cleaner.
⚠️ Note: If you can’t find the switch, try removing the folder and creating a new one by immediately disabling the recommendation function when creating it.
Also worth checking is the desktop settings. Click on the blank space on the screen, select Settings, and find Wallpaper Carousel or Glance. Disabling this service will remove the ad slides from the lock screen that often appear on the Redmi Note 9 Pro.
Blocking Advertising through Private DNS
The most effective method at the network level is the use of private DNS-This is a way to block requests to known ad servers before they even reach your device.
Go to Settings on your smartphone, then select Connect and Sharing.Look for Private DNS-server (Private) DNS). The default is Auto or Disconnected. Select Host Name of Provider DNS» (In some cases, it is simply “manually»).
The following box will be used to enter the server address, and the most reliable and free option is the AdGuard server, and enter the following line precisely, without any unnecessary characters:
dns.adguard.comOnce you enter the address, click Save. If the system says "Unconnected," check the Internet connection. Once you successfully save all traffic through the DNS will be filtered, which will remove ads not only in the system, but also in many applications and browsers.
What if some websites stop opening?
Comparison of System Cleaning Methods
There are several approaches to combating advertising, and each has its own characteristics. Users often wonder whether to turn off services manually or use network filters. Let's compare the basic methods.
Manual shutdown of services (MSA, mab) safe and does not require third-party software, but takes a long time and requires repetition after resets. DNS-filters are effective against most banners, but may conflict with some corporate Wi-Fi networks.
| Method | Efficiency | Difficulty | Impact on the battery |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSA shutdown | Medium | Low. | Positive. |
| Private DNS | Tall. | Low. | Neutral. |
| Third-party launchers | Tall. | Medium | Neutral. |
| Root rights + AdAway | Maximum | Tall. | Neutral. |
For most Redmi Note 9 Pro owners, the best solution is a combination of the first two methods: disabling system services and configuring DNS. This provides a balance between system cleanliness and stability.
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Use a browser with built-in ad blocker, such as Brave or Firefox with the uBlock Origin add-on, to completely eliminate banners when surfing the Internet.
Additional privacy settings
Xiaomi collects user data to target ads, limiting data collection not only increases privacy, but also reduces the frequency of personalized offers, an important step in the comprehensive cleanup of a smartphone.
In the Password and Security menu, look for the Privacy section, and there are many switches on the menu, disable the MIUI Improvement Program, Automatic Data Sending, and location access for system services if you don't use them all the time.
You should also go to Google settings, click on your account avatar, select “Google Account Management,” go to “Data and Personalization,” and disable your activity history, which will prevent you from sharing your activity with Google’s ad networks, which are also integrated into the system.
- 🔒 Turn off “Personalized Ads” in Google Settings.
- 📍 Limit geolocation access for Xiaomi system applications.
- 📉 Reset the advertising ID in Google settings to reset your accumulated profile.
Regularly checking these settings will help maintain a high level of privacy, and remember that new MIUI updates may bring some settings back to their original state.
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A comprehensive approach, combining disabling system services, setting up DNS and restricting access rights, gives the best result in the fight against advertising.