Why notifications on the lock screen can be a problem
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 10S lock screen is not just a push protection, but the first thing people see when you reach your phone, and the notifications shown here can reveal personal information, such as the content of WhatsApp or Telegram messages, app names (such as banking), and sometimes even text messages, especially for users who are often in public places or at work.
The Redmi Note 10S owners are faced with another feature: MIUI (Xiaomi firmware) defaults to unrolled notifications, including text messages, which is convenient for quick browsing, but completely unsafe, and the constant stream of alerts on a locked screen distracts and reduces concentration, for example, at night, a flashing screen due to new notifications can interfere with sleep.
In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can hide notifications, from standard MIUI 12/13/14 settings to little-known tricks with ADB and third-party apps, and you’ll be able to choose the method depending on your needs: completely disable alerts, hide their contents, or leave only app icons.
Method 1: Disabling Notifications through Privacy Settings
The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI options. It does not require super-user rights (root) and is suitable even for beginners. Importantly, on the Redmi Note 10S, the path to settings may vary slightly depending on the firmware version (MIUI 12.5, 13 or 14).
Instructions:
- Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
- Go to Always display on the lock screen (in some versions – Lock screen → Notification settings).
- Find the Notifications item on the lock screen and tap it.
- Choose one of the options: 🔒 Not showing notifications – completely conceals all alerts. 📱 Show icons – displays only application icons without text. 📜 Show content (by default) - expanded view with text.
If you select "Do Not Show Notifications," the lock screen will only have time, date and wallpaper, which protects privacy as much as possible, but you won't see new messages until you unlock your phone.
⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI Check them after each major update (especially when switching from the MIUI 12.5 on 13/14).
Method 2: Set up notifications for individual applications
Not all notifications are equally important. For example, you might want to hide messages from Viber or Facebook, but leave alerts from Gmail or SberBank Online. MIUI has flexible settings for each application separately.
How to set up:
- Go to Settings → Notifications and Status bar → Notification management.
- In the list, find the desired application (for example, WhatsApp) and tap it.
- Go to Notifications on the lock screen.
- Choose one of the modes: 🚫 Turn off – notifications of this application will not be shown. 🔍 Show but hide content – only the name of the app will be visible. 📄 Show the full text of the message - the text of the message is displayed.
This method is useful if you want to leave only the most important notifications, for example, you can hide the alerts from games or social networks, but leave SMS and calls. Note: some system applications (for example, Security or System Update) may not have this option.
Open "Settings → Notifications and Status bar" | Find the application in the list | Select the display mode on the lock screen | Check the changes on the locked screen-->
Method 3: Use Do Not Disturb (DND) Mode
The Do Not Disturb (DND) feature in the Redmi Note 10S not only disables notification sounds, but also completely hides them from the lock screen, which is useful in meetings, while sleeping or when you need to focus.
Activate the mode in two ways:
- Through the notification panel: Swipe down from the top of the screen to open the panel. Find the Do Not Disturb icon (the bell icon with the crossed circle) Swipe down to turn on the mode.
Through settings:
- Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb.
- Activate the switch at the top of the screen.
- Set exceptions (for example, allow alarm clocks or repeat calls).
| Parameter | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Notification sounds | Turns off the audible alerts | Turn it on if you need silence. |
| Vibration. | Turns off the vibrating response. | Turn it on for complete rest. |
| Notifications on the lock screen | Hiding alerts from a locked screen | Critical for privacy |
| Exceptions | Allows alerts from selected contacts/applications | Set up for important calls (such as from family) |
DND mode can be timed (e.g. 23:00 to 7:00) or manually activated. Note: in some versions of MIUI, the option to hide notifications from the lock screen in the DND can be hidden in additional settings.
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If you need to quickly turn on “Do Not Disturb”** for 1 hour, hold your finger to the mode icon in the notification panel – a time-selected menu will appear.
Method 4: Disable notifications via ADB (for power users)
If standard methods don’t work (e.g., the settings are reset after the MIUI update), you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires connecting your phone to your computer and basic command line knowledge, but gives you complete control over system parameters.
Step-by-step:
- Turn on USB debugging: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version to activate Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Enable USB Debugging.
Connect your phone to your PC:
- Install. ADB-computer-driver.
- Open the command prompt (cmd in Windows or Terminal in macOS/Linux).
- Enter the command: Adb devices to make sure the device is connected.
- Disable notifications on the lock screen: adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 0 To return back, use: adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 1
This method works on all versions of MIUI, including the Redmi Note 10S with Android 11/12. If the command doesn't work, try the alternative:
adb shell settings put secure lock_screen_allow_private_notifications 0⚠️ Attention: Misuse of the right ADB Don't change other settings unless you're sure they're there.
What if the ADB can’t see the device?
Method 5: Third-Party Notification Management Applications
If the built-in MIUI features don’t suit you, you can use third-party utilities that offer advanced features, such as filtering keyword notifications or automatically hiding alerts from certain contacts.
Top.-3 apps for Redmi Note 10S:
- 🔐 Notification History Log - keeps a log of notifications and allows you to block unnecessary ones.
- 🛡️ Hide Lockscreen Notifications, which specializes in hiding notifications from the lock screen. ADB certain functions.
- 📵 Do Not Disturb Scheduler - Extended Mode Planner DND flexible.
Check the reviews and ratings of the app before installing it – some utilities may contain ads or request unnecessary permissions, and remember that after updating MIUI, third-party applications may stop working correctly.
Example of Notification History Log:
- Install and open the application.
- Go to Settings → Notification filters.
- Add the apps you want to hide.
- Turn on the option to hide on the lock screen.
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Third-party applications may conflict with MIUI system settings. Always test them after installation and monitor battery consumption.
Additional Security and Privacy Advice
Remove notifications from the lock screen is only part of the solution.To fully protect your personal data on the Redmi Note 10S, follow these guidelines:
- 🔐 Use a complex password or pattern lock instead of a graphical key. PIN-In the code. MIUI You can configure a combination of letters and numbers in Settings → Lock screen → Password.
- 👁️ Turn off "Raise to Activate" in the lock screen settings. This will prevent the screen from accidentally turning on in your pocket or bag.
- 📱 Set up a “Secure Folder” (in Settings) → Confidentiality) for storing sensitive files.
- 🔄 Update regularly MIUI — New versions often fix vulnerabilities associated with data leakage.
If you frequently share your phone with colleagues or friends (for example, to show a photo), use the Guest Mode feature** (Settings → System and Device → Multiple Users) and the guest profile will not have access to notifications, messages or personal data.
For maximum protection, consider installing an alternative firmware (like LineageOS), but remember that this voids the warranty and requires unlocking the bootloader.