How to enable notifications on the lock screen Xiaomi: full instructions for all models

Are you missing important messages because you can't see them on a locked screen on a Xiaomi smartphone? This problem is familiar to many MIUI device owners -- the default system hides the contents of notifications or doesn't show them at all before unlocking. Fortunately, you can fix this in a few steps without resorting to root rights or complex manipulations.

In this article, you will find the most current ways to customize notifications for all modern firmware versions (from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14), including features for the Redmi Note 12, POCO F5, Xiaomi 13 and others. We will analyze not only the standard system settings, but also hidden options that will help customize the display to your needs - from impressions only for selected applications to completely disabling privacy.

Important: The instructions in this article take into account the latest security policy updates of Xiaomi (2026), so even if you previously tried to enable notifications and failed, check our methods again. For convenience, we have added visual tips and warnings about possible risks (for example, why not to turn on the content of notifications in public places).

Why are not notifications shown on the lock screen of Xiaomi?

The problem with not having notifications on a locked Xiaomi screen is usually due to one of three reasons:

• 🔒 Default privacy settings hide the content of notifications before unlocking (standard behavior) MIUI data protection).
• 📱 Application-specific restrictions – some messengers (such as WhatsApp or Telegram) require separate permission settings.
• 🔄 Failures after the update – if you have recently updated MIUI, Individual notification settings may have been reset.

Less often, battery optimization is blamed for suspending background apps. For example, if you notice that notifications from Viber or Instagram are late, check the power saving settings for these programs. Also, make sure that the device is not activated Do Not Disturb (DND) mode - it can block all notifications, including alarm signals.

Method 1: Standard settings through “Notification Options”

The easiest method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. This method works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices with a firmware version at least MIUI 10 (Android 9).

1. Open Settings → Notifications and Status bar.
2. Slip on the Notifications item on the lock screen.
3. Choose from three options: Show all the content of notifications - displays text messages (not recommended for public places); Hide the content of notifications - shows only application icons and the number of notifications; Do not show notifications - completely disable (by default on some models).

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If the notifications don't appear after these actions, the reason may be a restriction of background activity.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select the desired messenger (for example, Telegram).
3. Slip Permissions → Autostart and turn on the slider.
4. Return and activate Without limitation in the Energy section.

Are notifications open on the lock screen?

Is auto-run for messengers enabled?

Are energy consumption restrictions lifted?

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Method 2: Configure with “Special Permits” (for MIUI 12 and later)

Starting with MIUI 12, Xiaomi has added an additional layer of control over notifications via the special permissions menu, a method that is useful if standard settings don’t work or you want to fine-tune notification visibility for individual apps.

How to turn on:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Special permissions.
2. Select Show notifications on the lock screen.
3. In the list of applications, include sliders for those whose notifications you want to see (for example, SMS, WhatsApp, Mail).
4. For each application, you can select a level of detail: 📌 Show full - the text of the notification is visible without unlocking. 🔐 Hide content – only the icon and the name of the application are displayed.

Important: on some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi) K60) This section may be called “Notification Permissions” and may be in Settings → Annexes → Application management → [select] → Notifications.

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If the special permissions list doesn’t have the app you want, try sending a test message through it first (for example, ask a friend to email you on Viber).

Method 3: Using Second Space Mode for Separate Notifications

The MIUI’s Second Space feature allows you to create an isolated user profile with separate notification settings, which is useful if you want the lock screen to display notifications only from the workspace, and private messages to remain hidden.

How to set up:

1. Activate Second Space in Settings → Special Opportunities → Second Space.
2. Create a second profile and enter it.
3. In the main space, open Settings → Notifications → Notifications on the lock screen and select Show all content.
4. In the second space, set Do Not Show Notifications or Hide Content.
5. Return to the main space – notifications will only appear from it.

⚠️ Note: When using the Second Space, the notifications from the second profile will not be duplicated in the main. If you need to see all the notifications, this method will not work.

Method 4: Advanced adjustment through ADB (power-user)

If the standard methods do not work, you can use them. ADB-This method allows you to manually enable notification display even on firmware where Xiaomi has restricted access to settings. ADB It can cause system failures.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools on PC.
2. Turn on the Developer Mode on your smartphone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times).
3. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
4. Connect your phone to your PC and execute: Adb shell settings put global lock_screen_show_notifications 1 This command forcibly includes displaying notifications on the lock screen.
5. To display the content of notifications (not just icons) use: adb shell settings put global lock_screen_allow_private_notifications 1
6. Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: After update MIUI setting ADB Some banking applications (e.g. SberBank Online) also block the work on devices with debugging enabled. USB.

Solving problems: notifications don’t appear even after setting up

If you have followed all the steps but notifications are still not displayed, check the following points:

• 🔋 Battery Optimization: Open Settings → Battery → Optimize the battery and make sure that messengers are selected without restrictions.
• 🛡️ Third-party launchers: If you use an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher), go back to the standard launcher. MIUI Launcher and check notifications again.
• 📵 Do Not Disturb Mode: Make sure it is turned off in Settings → Sound and vibration → Don't disturb.
• 🔄 Cash Systems: Clear the cache in Settings → Annexes → Application management → [three-point] → Clear the cache.

If the problem persists, try resetting the notification settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Select a problem app (such as WhatsApp).
3. Slip Warehouse → Clear the data (Warning: This will delete chat history!).
4. Restart your phone and reset the notifications.

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On devices with MIUI 13/14, sometimes disabling the Smart Assistant feature in notification settings helps – it can conflict with the display of notifications on the lock screen.

Security: Why you shouldn’t show notifications in public places

Enabling the full content of notifications to be displayed on the lock screen is convenient, but carries risks:

• 👀 Leakage of personal data: Messages from messengers, SMS Confirmation codes or notifications from banking applications can be seen by outsiders.
• 📸 Random photos: If someone takes a picture of your screen, they will get access to their correspondence history (e.g., on Telegram or Telegram). VK).
• 🔓 Bypass lock: On some Xiaomi models, notifications allow you to interact with applications without unlocking (for example, respond to messages directly from the lock screen).

Safety recommendations:

• Use the mode Hide the contents of notifications in crowded places.
• Set up exceptions for critical applications (banks, 2FA messengers) through Special Permits.
• Enable Hiding Sensitive Content in Notification Settings (available on MIUI 14).
• Check the list of apps that are allowed to show notifications on a locked screen regularly.

If you need to protect your data as much as possible, consider using Safe Folder (MIUI’s built-in storage for sensitive files) or third-party notification encryption apps like Notification Privacy.

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