How to Remove All Calls from Xiaomi Phone: The Complete Guide

Xiaomi’s current smartphones, which run MIUI shells or the new HyperOS, accumulate huge amounts of data as they go about their use. Phone logs are not just a list of numbers, but a potential source of sensitive information leakage or simply a repository of unnecessary digital garbage. Many users face the need to quickly clean up the list before selling a gadget or just for the sake of privacy.

The process of deleting call records may seem trivial, but there are nuances in the Xiaomi ecosystem. Standard methods through the contact menu do not always work effectively if you want to massively delete. In this article, we will analyze all the available methods, from simple actions in the interface to deeper cleaning methods through the system settings of applications.

It is important to understand that deleting your call history is an irreversible operation unless you have made a preliminary backup. The system log does not have its own recycle bin from which to recover deleted data after a while. Therefore, before starting any manipulations, you should carefully read the instructions so that you do not accidentally erase important contacts that can be confused with the call history.

⚠️ Attention: Deleting your call history through the Phone app storage settings can cause all user call settings to be reset, including blocking unwanted numbers and redirecting settings.Be careful when choosing a cleaning method.

Standard cleaning through the application "Phone"

The most obvious and most commonly used way is to work directly through the standard call app. MIUI Dialer allows you to manually manage your history, but to delete the entire list, you will immediately need to do several specific actions that are not always obvious at first glance.

To start, open a green handset on your desktop or app menu. Go to the tab that displays the chronology of incoming and outgoing connections. Depending on the version of the shell, the interface may differ slightly, but the logic of the work remains the same for all models, whether it is a budget Redmi or flagship Xiaomi.

To delete a particular entry, you just need to pin your finger on the right number, and you'll have a context menu or highlight that allows you to select the "Delete" action. However, if your goal is total sweep, this method is ineffective. In some versions of the firmware, long pressing opens the mode (multi-selection), but it is often limited to a dozen contacts.

• 📱 Open the Phone app and go to the History tab».
• 🗑️ Press and hold your finger on any call record to activate the selection mode.
• ✔️ Look for the “Select All” button in the top corner of the screen (not available in all versions). MIUI).
• 🔥 Click on the basket icon and confirm the action to remove the selected one.

It’s worth noting that new HyperOS updates often change the layout of controls, and if you don’t have a “Select All” button, you’ll have to delete records in groups or use alternative methods described below, and the effectiveness of this method depends on the version of your device’s software.

Radical method: cleaning the application data

If the standard interface doesn’t provide mass removal, Android system settings come to the rescue, a method that is most effective for cleaning the log completely, as it affects the application’s database, not just its visual display.

To implement this, you will need access to the system settings menu, and navigation may vary depending on whether you use the old settings interface or the new one introduced in Android 13/14.

Go to the settings section, look for Apps, and select All Apps. In the list that opens, find the standard caller, which may be simply called Phone, or called MIUI Dialer. Be careful not to confuse the system application with third-party counterparts if they are installed.

Settings → Applications → All Apps → Phone → Storage → Clean → Clean Everything

Once you click the Clear All button, the system will alert you to data loss. In this context, this is exactly what you need: call history will be completely destroyed. Importantly, this method does not delete contacts from the phone book if they are synchronized with a Google or Mi Account account, but locally stored contacts can be affected if they are stored in SIM card memory or local phone storage without sync.

⚠️ Note: Before clearing your data, make sure your contacts are saved in the cloud (Google Contacts or Mi Cloud).The local contact store can be cleaned along with the application data if it uses the same database.

Delete History through Google Contacts

Many Xiaomi users default to sync with a Google account, in which case the call history can be duplicated or stored in the Google cloud service. Deleting the phone records may not remove them from the cloud, and vice versa – cleaning in the cloud will remove them from the device the next time you sync.

To check and clear your history through the web interface, open your browser on your computer or phone and go to the Google Contacts site. The menu on the left often has a Call History tab (if the corresponding feature is enabled in Android settings), where you can manage your log more flexibly using desktop interface tools.

Google Contacts allows you to select records with checkboxes, you can select a group of records for a certain period and delete them. This is especially useful if you only need to leave fresh calls and remove the old history. Changes will automatically apply on your Xiaomi smartphone when you have the Internet.

• 🌐 Go to contacts.google.com from any device.
• 🔍 In the left menu, select the "Call History" section (if available).
• 🖱️ Select unnecessary entries using ticks or key combinations.
• 🗑️ Click on the basket icon for irrevocable removal.

The advantage of this method is that it does not require access to the settings of the phone itself and works even if the device is locked or damaged (provided remote access is available), but it requires a stable network and active account synchronization.

Comparison of call removal methods

The choice of cleaning method depends on your ultimate goals and the level of risk you are willing to take. Each method has its advantages and disadvantages. Below is a comparison table that will help determine the best option for your situation.

As you can see from the table, cleaning the app's data is the fastest way, but it requires caution. Manual deletion is safe, but it's extremely time-consuming if you have hundreds of logs. Using Google's web interface is the middle ground for those who value data security.

Remember that third-party apps from the Play Market store may offer automatic cleaning on a schedule. However, installing such programs requires broad permissions, which can compromise the security of your personal data. Xiaomi strictly controls permissions, but you should not lose your vigilance.

Using third-party cleaning applications

There are many utilities in the Google Play app store that promise to quickly clean up your call history, such as Call History Delete or feature-rich cleaners like CCleaner, which often feature Mass Deletion, which allows you to erase thousands of records in seconds.

When you install this software on Xiaomi, MIUI/HyperOS will ask for a lot of permissions. You will need to manually allow access to contacts, call logs, and possibly start auto-runs. Without these permissions, the application will not be able to perform its function. The setup process can take longer than the cleaning itself.

The main risk of using third-party software is advertising and telemetry collection, which free versions of such programs are often overflowing with intrusive banners, and there is no guarantee that the application actually deletes data safely, rather than simply hiding it or passing it on to third parties.