Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a feature that can be useful in a variety of situations, from fixing important business agreements to preserving evidence in controversial moments. However, many users are faced with the fact that the option is either hidden in the depths of MIUI or not at all in the standard toolkit. In this article, we will discuss all the legal ways to activate the record, including hidden settings, third-party applications and features of the function on different versions of the firmware.
It is important to understand that recording capabilities are not only dependent on the phone model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T, etc.), but also on the version of MIUI (12, 13 or 14), as well as regional restrictions. For example, in some EU countries, call recording is disabled by default due to privacy laws, we will explain how to circumvent these restrictions without violating the rules and with minimal risks to data security.
Before you get into settings, make sure that your interlocutor agrees to the recording of the conversation, which is a legal requirement in many jurisdictions, otherwise, recording the call may be considered a violation of the right to privacy of correspondence.
Checking Conversation Recording Support on Your Xiaomi Model
Not all Xiaomi smartphones support built-in call recording. The feature is available on most devices with MIUI 12 and later, but there are exceptions. Here's how to check if it's in your firmware:
- 📱 Supported models: Xiaomi 12/13/14, Redmi Note 11/12, POCO F4/F5, Mi 11 Ultra et al. (see full list below).
- ❌ Unsupported models: some budget devices (Redmi) A1, POCO C50) Smartphones for the European market (because of the GDPR).
- 🔍 How to find out the version MIUI: Go to Settings. → The phone. → Version. MIUI.
| Xiaomi model | Recording support (MIUI 14) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 13 Pro | ✅ Yes. | Automatic recording of all calls |
| Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | ✅ Yes. | Manual activation is required for each contact |
| POCO X5 Pro | ✅ Yes. | The function is hidden in the settings of the application "Phone" |
| Redmi 10A | ❌ No. | Only through third-party applications |
| Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite | ⚠️ Partially. | It only works on Chinese firmware. |
If your model is on the supported list, move on to the next section. If not, don't worry: we'll look at alternative methods for recording through third-party applications (like Cube Call Recorder or ACR) that work even on devices without built-in functionality.
⚠️ Note: On smartphones with global firmware for Europe (EEA) Attempt to enable it may cause system instability or violation of local laws.
Standard way to include a record in MIUI (step-by-step instruction)
If your Xiaomi supports built-in recording, you can activate it through the settings of the Phone app. Here are the detailed instructions:
- Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
- Click on three dots in the upper right corner (⋮) and select Settings.
- Go to the section Record conversations (on some firmware it may be called Call recording).
- Activate the Write automatically switch or select Write manually (if you want to control the process).
- For automatic recording, specify which calls to record: 📞 All incoming/outgoing 👥 Only selected contacts 🔢 Numbers are not from contacts.
Save.
After activation during the call, a recording icon will appear on the screen (🎤). Click on it to start or stop the conversation. Finished files are saved in the folder MIUI/sound_recorder/calls internal memory of the phone.
Check out the MIUI version (should be 12+)
Update the Phone app in Google Play
Provide all requested permits
Create a backup of contacts (in case of failure)
Make sure there is a free space (1 minute) = ~1 MBB)-->
If the Conversation Record section is not in the settings, this may mean:
- 🚫 Your model does not support the function (see table above).
- 🌍 You have a global firmware for Europe (EEA).
- 🔄 Update required MIUI (Check in the settings → Updating the system).
⚠️ Note: On some devices (POCO F3, Redmi K50) post-update MIUI 14 The recording function may be lost, in which case resetting the settings of the Phone application (Settings) will help. → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Reset).
Alternative recording methods: third-party applications
If the built-in feature is not available, you can use third-party software, and we tested a few solutions and selected the most reliable ones:
1. Cube Call Recorder ACR
One of the most popular applications for recording calls on Xiaomi, which works even on devices without root rights, but requires the right configuration:
- 📲 Pros: Recording both sides of the conversation, cloud storage, automatic transcription.
- ⚠️ Cons: on some models (Redmi) 9A) You can only record your voice.
- ⚙️ Setup: Install the app from Google Play. Enable Use the built-in recording module in the settings. Select the sound source: Loud (to record both sides). Give access to contacts and microphone.
2. Automatic Call Recorder (Appliqato)
A simpler solution with a minimalist interface, suitable for users who do not need additional features:
- 🎯 Features: automatic recording of all calls, sorting by contacts, export to the cloud.
- 🔗 Reference: Google Play.
- ⚠️ Limitation: on Xiaomi with Android 12+ may require the inclusion of the developer mode.