Notifications about updating MIUI firmware on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones can appear with enviable regularity - sometimes several times a day. This is especially annoying if you deliberately postpone the upgrade due to concerns about stability, app compatibility or simply do not want to waste traffic. Unfortunately, the manufacturer does not provide an obvious "disable forever" button, but there are several workarounds - from standard settings to deep system tweaks.
In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven methods, including hidden developer settings, ADB commands, and even radical measures for those willing to sacrifice automatic security updates. Importantly, some methods require unlocking the bootloader or superuser rights — we’ll separately specify the risks and consequences. If you’re a user of Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/9A/9C or newer models on MIUI 13/14, the instructions will remain current with adjustment for the interface version.
1. Standard shutdown through system settings
The safest and most obvious way is to use the built-in MIUI options. Unfortunately, it does not guarantee 100% results, since the system can reset settings after a reboot or after a few days.
- Open the Settings app (cog icon).
- Go to the About Phone section. → Update MIUI.
- Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner and select Settings.
- Turn off the automatic download slider via Wi-Fi.
- Go back and click on the notification icon (bell) in the upper right corner → Disable notifications.
This method works on most Redmi devices with MIUI 12 and later, but has a limitation: the system can turn on notifications again after updating Google services or resetting the cache.
2. Hidden developer settings: blocking background activity
The system app Updater (responsible for updates) can be restricted through the developer menu, which will not delete it, but will reduce activity:
Activate Developer Mode (7 taps by build number)
Connect your phone to Wi-Fi
Charge the battery by at least 50%
Backup of important data-->
- Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and tap 7 times on the MIUI Version.
- Go back to the main settings menu and open a new section for developers.
- Find the option to Limit Background Processes and select No Background Processes for the Updater app (may be called System Update).
- Also turn off AutoRun for it in the Permissions → AutoRun menu.
This method doesn't remove notifications completely, but it reduces the frequency by 2-3 times. Minus: after resetting or updating MIUI, you will have to repeat the procedure. If you need a cardinal solution, read on.
⚠️ Attention: Restricting background processes for Updater may prevent critical security patches from being automatically installed.
3. Disconnection via ADB (no root)
If standard methods don’t work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a debugging tool that allows you to manage system applications without superuser permissions, which is suitable for MIUI 11-14 and does not require unlocking the bootloader.
You'll need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux and installed Xiaomi drivers.
- 📱 USB-cable (preferably original).
- 🛠️ Utility. ADB Tools by Google.
Instructions:
- Enable USB debugging in the developer settings (see previous section).
- Connect your phone to your PC and confirm your trust in the computer on your smartphone screen.
- Open the command prompt (or Terminal) in the ADB folder and do:
adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.updater
adb shell pm hide com.android.updaterOnce you reboot, the Updater app will be disabled and the notifications will disappear. To get it back, use:
adb shell pm enable com.android.updater💡
If the command doesn’t work, try to delete the app’s cache first: adb shell pm clear com.android.updater.
4. Remove updates via TWRP (root required)
For advanced users, ready for risk, there is a radical method - removing the system. APK through custom recovery TWRP. This will permanently remove notifications, but it will prevent you from updating over the air, only for devices with an unlocked bootloader installed. TWRP.
Step-by-step:
- 🔧 Download. TWRP For your Redmi model.
- 📱 Load the phone into recovery mode (turn off, then pinch the power). + Loudness up).
- 🗑️ Go to Advanced. → File Manager.
- 📁 Find the file. /system/priv-app/Updater and remove it.
- 🔄 Reset the device.
⚠️ Note: Deleting system files may lead to unstable work or boot failure.Before the procedure, make a full backup through TWRP → Backup.
What if the phone doesn’t boot after removing the Updater?
5. Alternative methods: disabling Google services
Sometimes update notifications don’t come from MIUI, but from Google Play, especially if you have apps like Google Play Services or Device Health Services installed to block them:
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find Google Play Services and open Notifications.
- Disable all notification categories related to updates (System Updates, Device Security).
- Repeat the steps for the Device Health Services app.
This method is less reliable than ADB, but can help if notifications appear even after you turn off Updater.Cons: you lose automatic security checks from Google.
| Method | Difficulty | Root is required. | Efficiency | Risks. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard settings | ⭐ | ❌ No. | ⚠️ Low. | Notifications may return |
| Restriction through ADB | ⭐⭐ | ❌ No. | ✅ Tall. | Requires PC and debugging over USB |
| Removal via TWRP | ⭐⭐⭐ | ✅ Yes. | ✅ Absolute. | Bootloop risk, loss OTA-update |
| Blocking Google Services | ⭐ | ❌ No. | ⚠️ Medium | Loss of security functions |
Frequent problems and solutions
Even after using one of the methods, notifications can return.
- 🔄 Notifications appeared after the update MIUI: Repeat steps with ADB Check if the settings in the developer menu are not reset.
- 📵 The debugging doesn't work. USB: Install Xiaomi drivers manually through Mi PC Suite.
- 🔒 ADB Issues a “device unauthorized” error: a request for trust in the PC will appear on the phone – confirm it.
- ⚠️ After removing Updater, the phone does not update: This is the expected behavior. For manual updates, download the firmware from the official website and install via TWRP.
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If you use custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), notifications about the MIUI update will not appear in principle, but in this case you lose access to Xiaomi’s proprietary features (like Game Turbo or Second Space).