How to permanently disable update notifications on Xiaomi: the full guide

Tired of seeing daily reminders to update your firmware on your Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO? you are not alone – thousands of users face this problem after each release of a new version of MIUI. the manufacturer insists on installing fresh software, even if you deliberately postpone the update due to possible bugs or unwillingness to lose root rights.

In this article, we will look at all the working ways to disable update notifications, from standard settings to hidden commands for power users. The methods are tested on models from 2018-2026, including Xiaomi 13/14 series, Redmi Note 12/11, POCO F5/X5 and others. Importantly, some solutions require superuser rights or ADB, but we will start with the simplest options without risk to the system.

Warning immediately: Disabling system firmware notifications completely can cause you to miss important security patches.Use the instructions at your own risk, especially if your phone is used for payments or storing sensitive data.

Why is Xiaomi so intrusive about offering updates?

Xiaomi has an aggressive policy of distributing updates for several reasons:

• 📊 Installation statistics – the more users on the latest version, the higher the brand rating in the reports of analysts (for example, Counterpoint or Counterpoint). IDC).
• 🛡️ Security – Closing vulnerabilities (especially those critical to Android Security Patch) reduces ecosystem risks.
• 💰 Monetization - new versions MIUI often introduce additional advertising or paid features (for example, MIUI+ or GetApps).
• 🔄 Testing – Mass update helps to quickly identify bugs on different devices.

In practice, this means that even if you ignore the notification today, it will reappear a few hours later or after the reboot, and in some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for the global version), notifications may block access to other settings until you click Remind later.

Method 1: Disable notifications through standard settings

The most secure method that works on all devices without root rights is suitable for users who want to simply reduce the frequency of reminders, but not block them completely.

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to About Phone (or About Device on some models).
3. Slip on the item MIUI Update (or System Update).
4. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Settings.
5. Turn off the slider Automatic download updates.
6. Find the Update Notification option below and select Never or Once a Month.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI 13.0.6+ For Redmi Note 10 Pro, the notification option may be hidden, in which case try an alternative path: Settings → Annexes → Application management → Three points (⋮) → Show system-based → Update MIUI → Turn off notifications here.

Check the version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Make a backup copy of important data

Make sure the battery is more than 30% charged.

Close all background applications-->

Method 2: Block notifications through the “Application Manager”

If the previous method didn’t work, try blocking notifications directly for the system app Updater (or MIUI Update), which is effective on 90% of devices, but can reset after resetting.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Show Systems.
3. Find the MIUI Update (or Updater, System Updater) in the list.
4. Slip it and select Notices.
5. Turn off all switches: Show notifications, Sound, Vibration.
6. For reliability, also disable auto-run this application in the Battery section.

🔹 Note: On certain firmware (e.g, MIUI EU) System applications can be hidden even after you turn on the "Show System" option. ADB.

Method 3: Using Developer Mode (without root)

If standard methods don't work, you can use hidden settings for developers, which doesn't require superuser rights, but requires developer mode activation.

Steps:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version (you will see a message saying “You’ve become a developer”).

Settings

Additional → For Developers

Background processes

No background processes

MIUI Update

Auto-start

Autostart control

⚠️ Attention: Restricting background processes can cause other system services to run in an unstable way if you set strict limits.

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If you still want to update after disabling notifications, simply open the MIUI Update application manually through the Settings Search → Search → “Update” search.

Method 4: Disconnect via ADB (for advanced users)

This method is suitable for those who are ready to use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), it allows you to completely block notifications from Updater at the system level, but requires connecting the phone to your computer.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Initiated debugging mode USB on the phone (Settings) → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission on the device screen.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the command to disable notifications: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.updater For some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14) an alternative command may be required: adb shell dumpsys deviceidle whitelist -com.android.updater
5. Reboot the phone.

🔹 How to return notifications back? Use the command:

adb shell pm enable com.android.updater

Method 5: Remove updates via TWRP (routed devices only)

If your Xiaomi has an unlocked bootloader and custom recovery (TWRP) installed, you can radically solve the problem of removing the Updater system app completely.

Step-by-step:

1. Download. TWRP for your model (for example, twrp-3.7.0_9-0-davinci.img for Redmi K20 Pro).
2. Download your phone to recovery mode (usually Power + Vol Up).
3. In TWRP, go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Find /system/priv-app/Updater (or /system/app/Updater on old firmware).
5. Remove the Updater folder or rename it to Updater_bak.
6. Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Removal of the Updater system application may result in: Inability to receive OTA-Updates (you will need to install firmware manually via Fastboot or TWRP). Errors when checking for updates through Settings → Update MIUI. Google Play Protect certification issues (solved by Magisk Firmware). Make a full backup through the TWRP!

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Removing Updater via TWRP is the most radical way, but it also blocks the possibility of an easy return to standard updates. Use it only if you're willing to manually stitch the device in the future.

What to do if the notifications are returned?

Even after a successful shutdown, notifications may reappear, and here are the most common reasons and solutions:

• 🔄 Security Update – Some patches (such as Android Security Patch) reset notification settings.Solution: Repeat steps from Method 2 or Method 4.
• 📱 Reset - after Hard Reset, all restrictions are removed. Solution: set up the lock again after data recovery.
• 🤖 New version MIUI — after major update (for example, with MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) the path to settings may change Solution: check the current instructions for your version.
• 🔧 System error - if notifications appear despite all locks, a trigger from another system process (e.g. miui.analytics) may have triggered.Solution: Use App Inspector (from Xiaomi Tools) to find the source.

If none of these methods worked, consider alternative options:

• Install an app to block notifications (such as Notisave or Notification History Log).
• Go to custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) that doesn’t have Xiaomi’s built-in Updater.
• Turn off the Internet for the MIUI Update application via Settings → Applications → MIUI Update → Mobile Data and Wi-Fi.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi update notifications