How to Turn Off Error Reports on Xiaomi: All Ways

Error reports on Xiaomi devices are built-in mechanisms that automatically collect data about application crashes, system errors and malfunctions, which are sent to MIUI developers to analyze and improve firmware stability, but many users choose to turn this feature off due to privacy concerns, traffic savings, or simply to avoid unnecessary notifications.

In this article, we will look at all the available ways to deactivate error reports, from standard settings to hidden developer settings. MIUI (from 12 before 15), What consequences a shutdown could have, and what to do if the function continues to work after all the manipulations, POCO and flagships of the Xiaomi series 13/14, Where the options may differ.

Why Xiaomi collects error reports and whether they can be safely disabled

The MIUI's reporting system works on an automatic diagnostic basis, and every time an application or service fails, the system records:

• 📱 Error logs – technical data on the nature of the failure (exclusion code, stack tracing).
• 📊 Contextual information – OS version, device model, processor load.
• 🔄 User actions – which applications were opened before the crash (without transferring personal data).

According to Xiaomi, this data is anonymized and used solely to improve firmware.However, in 2022, independent researchers discovered that some reports contain unique device identifiers (IMEI, MAC-This is one of the reasons why users have started to turn off the function in droves.

From a security perspective, disabling reports won’t harm the device, but it can have side effects:

• ⚠️ Slowing down bug diagnosis – if you encounter a critical crash, Xiaomi support won’t be able to replicate it quickly.
• 🔄 No Automatic Fixes – Some security updates are distributed based on analysis of collected reports.
• 📵 Data loss for beta testers – if you participate in a testing program MIUI, Your reports are critically important.

⚠️ Note: On devices with Global ROM (European/Indian firmware, disabling reports may result in blocking some features related to Xiaomi cloud services (e.g., note synchronization or backup).

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in system options. It works on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices with MIUI 12 and later.

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to the About Phone (or About Tablet) section.
3. Slip on the item All parameters (in some versions - Additional).
4. Find the option Error Reports or Diagnostics and Reviews.
5. Turn off the slider Automatic reporting.

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 13 Pro or POCO F5), the path may be slightly different:

Settings → System and device → Additional → Error Reports

After the shutdown, the system will show a warning that the diagnosis will be limited.

Open "Settings" → "The phone"

Found the section "Error Reports" or "Diagnostics"

The slider "Automatic sending" is translated to the "off" position.

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⚠️ Attention: On firmware MIUI For example, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G) After disabling reports, the Quick Optimization function in the security menu may stop working, this is because the system uses diagnostic data to analyze performance.

Method 2: Disconnection through developer parameters

If the standard method doesn’t work (e.g., on custom firmware or regional versions of MIUI), you can use the hidden developer settings, which requires pre-activation of the developer mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Find the MIUI version string and tap it 7 times in a row.
3. After the notification appears, you become a developer! return to the main settings menu.
4. Open a new section for developers (usually at the bottom of the list).

In the developer menu, find the following options and turn them off:

• 🔧 Error Reporting (or Automatic Error Reporting).
• 📡 Debugging by USB (optional, but recommended for complete confidentiality).
• 🔄 Automatic sending of crash data.

On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi Pad 6), these options can be grouped into the Monitoring or Log submenu. If you don't find the right item, search by settings (the magnifier icon in the upper right corner).

Method 3: Blocking through ADB (for power users)

If system settings fail, you can block sending system-level reports using Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a method that requires connecting the device to a PC and basic command-line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Platform Tools on your computer.
2. Activate USB Debugging in the developer settings (see previous section).
3. Connect the device to the PC and enter in the command line:

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


adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.analytics

These teams:

• 🗑️ Remove the com.miui.bugreport application (responsible for collecting reports) for the current user.
• 🚫 Blocking the analytics service com.miui.analytics, which transfers data to Xiaomi servers.

Once you've done the commands, restart the device. To get it back, use:

adb shell pm install-existing --user 0 com.miui.bugreport


adb shell pm enable --user 0 com.miui.analytics

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Before using ADB, check if the commands are blocked by the manufacturer. On some devices (for example, Xiaomi 13T Pro) this requires unlocking the bootloader, which will reset all data!

Method 4: Use of third-party utilities (without root)

For users who don’t want to mess with ADB, there are specialized applications that allow you to manage system services without superuser rights, and one of the most effective is App Ops (requires Android 4.4-12).

How to use:

1. Download App Ops (available on GitHub).
2. Launch the application and provide access to Special Features (in the security settings).
3. Find the BugReport or MIUI Analytics app in the list.
4. Turn off Internet permissions and read logs.

Alternative utilities:

Important: Rootless apps may stop working after the MIUI update, as Xiaomi regularly closes the spoons in the security system.

Standard settings of MIUI

Developer parameters

ADB teams

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What to do if error reports continue to be sent

If after all the manipulations, the system continues to collect data, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔄 The cache of the system is not cleared – residual data may initiate resending.
• 📦 Update MIUI reset settings - after the update, some parameters return to the factory.
• 🕵️ Xiaomi Hidden Services – Some Models (e.g. Redmi) K60 Ultra) have duplicate data collection mechanisms.

Decisions:

1. Clear the cache: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points (⋮) → Show system-based → BugReport → Warehouse → Clear the cache
2. Check Autoboot: Settings → Battery and Performance → Battery Management → Application Selection → BugReport → Limit Autostart
3. Use the firewall: Install NetGuard and block internet access for com.miui.bugreport.

If the problem persists, there are two radical options:

• 🔧 Install custom firmware (such as LineageOS or Pixel Experience) where error reports are disabled by default.
• 🛡️ Disconnect all analytical services through ADB: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.analytics adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.midrop

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On devices with MIUI 15 (such as Xiaomi 14), error reports are tied to Xiaomi’s cloud account, and you need to log out of your account or use firmware without Google services to completely disable them.

Consequences of disabling error reports: pros and cons

Before you deactivate the function, evaluate the pros and cons of:

Disabling reports is particularly critical for:

• 📱 Beta testers MIUI — Without your data, developers will not be able to quickly fix bugs.

If you still decide to disable reports, we recommend periodically (every 2-3 months) to turn them back on for a day, so that the system can collect the minimum necessary data for stable operation.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi error reports