How to remove ads for Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro 128GB

Ownership of a Xiaomi smartphone is often overshadowed by intrusive ads that appear in the most unexpected places of the interface, especially for the popular Redmi Note 10 Pro model, where the MIUI system is set to show commercial content by default.

Removing ads is not just a matter of aesthetics, but also a way to improve the performance of the device. Advertising modules consume RAM and traffic, which can slow down the Snapdragon 732G processor. In this article, we will discuss detailed methods for blocking unwanted content without obtaining superuser rights.

The cleaning process requires care, as the settings are scattered across different menus. We will look at both standard MIUI tools and more advanced methods through DNS and ADB. Follow the instructions consistently to get the most out of it.

The Nature of Advertising Notifications in MIUI

The MIUI system installed on the Redmi Note 10 Pro contains an integrated service called MSA (MIUI System Ads), which is responsible for collecting user preferences and then showing targeted advertising, and disabling this service is the first and most important step in the fight against intrusive marketing.

Advertising in Xiaomi is divided into several types: system recommendations in folders, banners in standard utilities (calculator, cleaning), and personalized offers in the browser. Each type requires a separate approach to blocking. Ignoring some settings can lead to the fact that some ads remain.

⚠️ Note: Complete removal of system components through ADB It may disrupt some functions MIUI, Be careful when removing packages that are not sure of their purpose.

It's worth noting that some applications may have their own advertising SDKs that aren't directly linked to the system, but system-level locks often block their ability to download content, which creates the first layer of protection for your device.

Disabling MSA System Advertising

The first thing you need to do is deaktivate the main ad agent, and then go to the Settings menu and search for settings by typing in "MSA" or by manually finding the item in "Passwords and Security" and you need to turn off the "Receive recommendations" switch.

The system will try to hold you back by showing a countdown timer of 10 seconds before confirming the action. This is a psychological technique to prevent the user from turning off. After the time has expired, press "Disable." If the system gives an error "failed to disable", repeat the procedure 2-3 times, usually the third time the setting is saved.

Next, you should turn off personalization of advertising services. Go to Settings → Passwords and security → Privacy → Advertising services. Here you need to activate the switch "Disable Ad Personalization", which will prevent the system from using your data to select ads.

It is also important to check your authorization settings. In the Mi Account section, look for “Advertising Services” and uncheck the recommendation box, which ensures that ads will not come through Xiaomi’s cloud services.

Cleaning up standard applications

Standard Redmi Note 10 Pro utilities such as Security, Explorer, Music and Video often contain built-in banners. To remove them, you need to go to the settings of each application separately. Usually the desired switch is in the corner of the screen or in the About menu.

In the Security app (green shield icon), click on the settings gear in the top right corner. Find the "Get recommendations" item and turn it off. This will remove the cleanup and optimization promotions that often appear on the utility's home screen.

• 📁 Conductor: Go to settings (three stripes) → About the annex → Recommendations → Turn it off.
• 🎵 Music: Menu (three dots) → Settings → Advanced settings → Receive recommendations → Shut down.
• 🎬 Video: Profile → Settings → Receive recommendations → Turn it off.

The process is similar to the Downloads app: three dots in the corner → Settings → Show recommended content. Once you do that, the interface of standard programs will become much cleaner. This is especially important for users who are actively using Xiaomi native software.

Blocking Advertising through DNS (Private DNS)

One of the most effective and safest ways to remove ads in all apps and browsers is to use a private DNS. This method does not require the installation of third-party software and works at the network connection level. For the Redmi Note 10 Pro with Android 11 and above, this feature is built into the system.

Go to Settings → Connection and Sharing → Private DNS. Select the mode “Host Name of the DNS provider” and enter in the field address: dns.adguard.com. After saving the phone can lose the connection to the Internet for a few seconds, after which the network will recover already with the protection turned on.

The advantage of this method is that it blocks requests to known ad servers before they load, which saves traffic and speeds up the opening of pages in the browser, but it is worth remembering that some free applications may stop working correctly if their monetization is completely tied to the display of ads.

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If the Internet stopped working in some applications after the DNS was turned on, try temporarily disabling the setting or adding an exception in the AdGuard app if you use the extended version.

Browser settings and notification system

Often the source of irritation is not system services, but notifications from sites in the Mi Browser or Chrome browser. To get rid of them, go to the browser settings, find the Notifications or Site Settings section and prevent the display of pop-up windows.

In Android system settings, you can also manage permissions for each application individually. Go to Settings → Apps → All apps, select a suspicious app (like Wallpaper or Statistics), and turn off permissions for Over Other Windows and Notifications.

For Mi Browser, it is recommended to further disable the Popular feature on the homepage. Click on three menu bars → Settings → Homepage → Turn off news cards. This will turn the browser into a minimalist surfing tool.

⚠️ Warning: Be careful when installing applications from unknown sources, often installing hidden services that generate ads on top of the system interface.

Using ADB for deep cleaning

For advanced users who want to securely remove advertising components, there is a method using the ADB (Android Debug Bridge: This method allows you to remove system applications that cannot be removed by standard means. USB.

First enable USB debugging on your phone: Settings → About Phone (click 7 times on MIUI build number) → Additional → For developers → USB debugging. Connect your phone to your PC and execute a command to remove the MIUI Daemon or Analytics package.

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.misys


adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.analytics




adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.personalassistant

This command removes analytics and personal assistant, which are often sources of data for advertising. After you do the operations, restart the device. The interface will become much cleaner, and the background processes will no longer be loaded on the processor.

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Using ADB is the best, but it requires caution.Removing critical system packages can lead to unstable performance of the Redmi Note 10 Pro.

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