How to permanently remove second-space notifications on Xiaomi: the complete guide

Second space notifications on Xiaomi, Redmi and Poco smartphones can annoy even the most patient users. The system stubbornly reminds of the non-activated feature, suggests creating an additional profile or synchronizing data - and these alerts often appear at the most inopportune moment. Unlike conventional push notifications from applications, these system alerts are not disabled by standard methods through the control panel.

The problem is compounded by the fact that in some versions MIUI (particularly 13-14) The option to disable is hidden in deep settings or not in the interface, and users are faced with a situation where even after manually deleting a notification, it returns after a few hours. In this article, we will discuss all working methods - from simple changes in settings to use. ADB-commands to completely remove the second space function from the system.

Why do we have second space notifications?

The MIUI Dual Apps feature was originally conceived as a tool to separate work and personal data, allowing you to create an isolated profile with separate apps, settings and even wallpaper, but many users do not use this feature, and the system continues to impose it through:

• 🔔 Permanent pop-up notifications in the curtain with a suggestion to activate the function
• 📱 Tips in the settings menu when opening the "Apps" or "Accounts" section"
• ⚙️ Automatic reminders after update MIUI (even if the function is disabled)
• 🔄 Synchronization Alerts when connecting to Mi Account

In MIUI 12-14, the logic of the function has changed: the system now treats the non-activated second space as an “unconfigured” profile and stubbornly tries to “bring it to mind”, which is due to Xiaomi’s policy to increase involvement in the ecosystem – the more features are used, the higher the user activity indicators in the company’s statistics.

⚠️ Note: Some models (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) Notifications can appear even after resetting, which is due to the function being linked to the Mi Account account, not to the device itself.

Method 1: Disconnect via standard MIUI settings

Start with the simplest method that works on most MIUI 12-14 devices. You don't need root rights or additional programs, but the effectiveness of the method depends on the firmware version:

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon)
2. Go to the Applications section → Application management
3. In the upper right corner, click on three dots and select Show Systems.
4. In the search bar, enter the Second Space (or Dual Apps in English firmware)
5. Select the app Second space from the list
6. Click Notifications and turn off the slider Show Notifications
7. For reliability, also disable Sound and Vibration in this section.

If your version of MIUI doesn’t have a separate Second Space app on the list, try finding MiuiDaemon or SecurityCenter — sometimes notifications come from these services, in which case turn off notifications for them using the same pattern.

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Method 2: Reset the settings of the second space

If the standard shutdown didn’t work, try resetting the function to factory settings.This method deletes all of the second space data (if it was activated) and resets the notification triggers:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Second Space
2. Select Second Space Settings (or Dual Apps Settings)
3. Scroll down and click Remove the second space.
4. Confirm the action by entering the screen lock password
5. After removal, restart the device

On some devices (e.g. Poco F5 or Xiaomi 12T) notifications disappear permanently after this step, however, models with MIUI 14 may require additional action:

• 🔧 Go to Settings. → Accounts. → Mi Account
• 🔄 Turn off Second Space Sync (if option is available)
• 📱 Restart your phone in Safe Mode (click the power button) → Restarting in Safe Mode)
• 🗑️ Remove the Settings app cache through Settings → Annexes → Application management → Settings → Clear the cache

Method 3: Using ADB to Deep Shut Down

For advanced users who are willing to work with ADB, there is a radical method of completely disabling the second-space function at the system level, which will help if the previous methods have not worked.

• 💻 Computer with installed ADB Tools
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press → Return to Additional Settings → Developer parameters → Debugging by USB)
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original)

After preparation, execute the following commands in the terminal (command line):

adb shell


pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.dualapp




pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.dualapp




pm clear com.miui.dualapp

If the first team makes a mistake, Failure [DELETE_FAILED_INTERNAL_ERROR], Try an alternative option:

adb shell


settings put global dual_app_enabled 0




settings put secure dual_app_notification_enabled 0

These teams:

• 🚫 Completely remove the second space packet for the current user
• 🔕 Disable all notifications related to the function
• 🧹 Clear cache and application data

⚠️ Note: On some devices with MIUI 14 after use ADB You may need to reset your storage permissions. → Annexes → Permit management → Warehouse and reset rights for all applications.

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Method 4: Editing system files (for root users)

If you have root access, you can delete second-space notifications permanently by editing system files, a method that is most effective, but requires caution - wrong actions can lead to unstable system operation.

You'll need:

• 📱 Root access (for example, via Magisk)
• 🛠️ File Manager with support for root (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer)
• 📄 Backup copy of important data

Instructions:

1. Open root manager and follow the path /system/priv-app/DualApp
2. Remove or rename the DualApp folder (for example, in the DualApp_bak)
3. Move to the /data/system/users/0 and delete the file dual_app.xml (if there is)
4. Clear the Dalvik cache via Magisk or restart the device

For devices with MIUI 14 Additional deletion of files in the /system/system_ext/priv-app, Be careful, because some of the components of the second space are moved there, and deleting the wrong files can lead to bootloop).

Method 5: Disconnect via Mi Account (for synchronized devices)

If your device is tied to Mi Account and notifications continue to appear even after local changes, the problem may be cloud sync.

1. Go to the Mi Account website and log in.
2. Choose Device Management → Find your smartphone
3. Click Unplug device (this won’t delete data, but will reset some sync settings)
4. On your phone, go to Settings → Accounts → Mi Account and turn off sync for:

• 📱 System settings
• 🔄 Annexes and data
• 📂 Backup

Then restart the device and check for notifications. If they are gone, you can reconnect Mi Account, but do not enable the second space sync.

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If you have multiple Xiaomi devices, turn off the second space sync on all of them, otherwise notifications may return when you connect to your account from another phone.

What to do if nothing helps

If you’ve tried all the methods, but notifications of a second space keep popping up, consider the following options:

• 🔄 Firmware rollback: On some devices (for example, Redmi Note 10 Pro) the problem is solved with a rollback MIUI 14 on MIUI 13.Use official firmware and the Mi Flash Tool.
• 🛡️ Custom firmware installation: Firmware like Pixel Experience or LineageOS completely removes the second space feature. Note that this requires unlocking the bootloader and may be unwarranted.
• 📱 Reset to factory settings: The last method is a complete reset via Settings → Additionally. → Recovery and discharge → Reset settings. Be sure to back up your data before doing so.
• 🔧 Call for Support: If your device is warranty, contact Xiaomi’s official support to describe the problem. In some cases, they may remotely disable the feature.

For devices with MIUI 14 based on Android 13, there is another unobvious trick:

1. Activate Developer Mode (as described in the ADB method)
2. Go to Settings → Additional → Developer settings
3. Find the option to minimize background activity and turn it on
4. In the same menu, turn off MIUI Optimization (if available)

This will limit the background activity of system applications, including second-space services.

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On devices with a Snapdragon processor (such as the Xiaomi 12 Pro or Poco F4 GT), second-space notifications are often associated with the com.qualcomm.qti.dpm service. Disabling it via ADB can help, but requires caution.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi's second space