Recording conversations on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10: all ways with explanations

Recording phone conversations on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 is a feature that can be useful in a variety of situations, from fixing important business information to proving in controversial moments. However, not all users know that standard MIUI features are limited by law, and in some regions recording without the consent of the interlocutor is completely prohibited. In this article, we will discuss all legal ways to activate recordings, including hidden firmware settings and verified third-party applications.

The Redmi Note 10 feature (codename mojito) is that call recording may not be available in the default menu, depending on the MIUI version (12, 13 or 14) and regional firmware. For example, in European builds (EEA), the option is often blocked, whereas in global (Global) or Indian (India) versions it can be available. We tested all methods on current firmware in 2026 and are ready to share working solutions.

Verification of the built-in recording function

Before installing third-party apps, make sure your Redmi Note 10 doesn’t support “out-of-the-box” recording.

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Call the phone and make a call (or take an incoming call).
3. During the conversation, carefully examine the screen: if there is a microphone icon with a dot in the top panel or next to the Speaker button (🎤), function.

If you don't have an icon, go to Settings → Apps → Phone → Record conversations. In some firmware, the item may be called Auto Record or Records Log. The absence of this section means that the function is disabled at the firmware level.

Activation of hidden function through the engineering menu

On MIUI 12/13 firmware, the recording of conversations is sometimes hidden, but it can be turned on through an engineering menu. This method does not work on all devices, but it is worth trying:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##36446337###
2. In the menu that appears, select CIT (Customer Engineer Mode).
3. Go to Audio → Call Record → Record Mode.
4. Set the value of Normal or Auto.
5. Save the settings and restart the phone.

After the reboot, the Phone app should have a write button. If the menu does not open or there is no Call Record option, then your firmware does not support this method.

Use of third-party applications

If the built-in feature is not available, there are two options: use apps from Google Play or install APK-We tested 5 popular programs and selected the two most reliable ones:

• 📱 Cube Call Recorder ACR — Supports high-quality recording (up to 320 Kbps), automatically saves files to the cloud.
• 🔊 Call Recorder by Lovekesh is a simple interface, works without root rights, but requires permission to access calls (can be blocked). MIUI).
• 📤 Truecaller – in addition to the number detector, it has a built-in record (available not in all regions).

For installation:

1. Download the app from Google Play (like Cube ACR).
2. Run it and provide all the permissions you request (especially Calls and Microphones).
3. In the application settings, enable Autowrite and select the save format (MP3 or WAV).
4. Make a test call – the record should appear in the application folder or on the memory card.

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If the app doesn’t record conversations, check if it blocks MIUI Security. Go to Settings → Apps → Permissions Management → Autostart and enable autorun for the recording program.

Automatic recording for all contacts

If you use Cube ACR or a similar app, you can set up automatic entry for certain numbers:

1. Open the app and go to the Blacklist/Whitelist section.
2. Select the White List and add contacts that you need to record.
3. In the recording settings, set the format: MP3, Quality: High, Source: Microphone + line.
4. Activate Notify of Recording if you want to comply with the rules (in some countries this is mandatory).

Note that automatic recording can quickly drain the battery. To save charge, limit the recording duration in the application settings or turn off background activity.

Legal aspects of recording conversations

In Russia and most CIS countries, recording telephone conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed only if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation). However, using the recording in court or public distribution requires the consent of the second participant. In Europe (GDPR) and the United States, the rules are stricter - recording without notice can be considered a violation of confidentiality.

To avoid problems:

• 📢 Always notify the person about the recording (for example, the phrase: "The conversation is recorded to record information").
• 🔒 Keep records in a secure location (not in public cloud services).
• ⚖️ Do not use the records to blackmail or spread personal data.

Solving recording problems

If the recording is not working, check the following points:

• 🔇 Make sure the microphone is not silenced (sometimes due to cover or dust in the connector).
• 📵 Turn off Do Not Disturb mode – it can block apps from accessing calls.
• 🔄 Reboot your phone: Sometimes the record service “hangs” after an update MIUI.
• 🛠️ If you use a second space or mode for children, the record may not work – try to return the main profile.

If the problem persists, try resetting the phone app settings:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone.
2. Press Warehouse. → Clear the data.
3. Reset the device.

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On the Redmi Note 10 with MIUI 14 firmware, the built-in recording is often blocked due to Xiaomi's privacy policy, in which case third-party apps (such as Cube ACR) remain the only working solution.

Alternative methods of recording

If none of these methods worked, consider alternatives:

• 🎧 Use an external recorder (such as Sony) ICD-UX570) — Hold it to the phone speaker during a conversation.
• 💻 Record the conversation via your computer using the Audacity program (you need to connect your phone to your PC and turn on speakerphone communication).
• 📱 If you have a second phone, call it and turn on the record on it (conferencing method").

These methods are less convenient, but they work even on devices with maximum MIUI limitations, the main drawback is the decrease in sound quality due to external noise.

⚠️ Note: On some Redmi Note 10 firmware (especially Chinese ones), recording conversations can activate a system alert for "suspicious activity." MIUI protects users from unauthorized eavesdropping, and if you see such a notification, confirm the power of attorney to the app or refuse to record it.

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