How to permanently remove the update notification on Xiaomi from the lock screen: 5 working ways

Why the update notification appears on the lock screen and how to fix it

You turn on a Xiaomi smartphone, a Redmi smartphone, or a POCO, and the lock screen again has a pesky notification: "A system update is available." Even after cancellation, it comes back after a few hours, spoils the look of the wallpaper and prevents quick unlocking. Why is this happening?

It's about MIUI's aggressive policy of forced updates, which automatically checks new firmware versions and displays notifications in the most visible places — including the lock screen. It's not a bug, it's a feature: the manufacturer wants users to install the latest security patches as quickly as possible. But what if you don't want to update or are just tired of intrusive pop-up?

In this article, 5 proven ways to remove the update notification from the lock screen on any Xiaomi device, from the budget Redmi Note to the flagship Xiaomi 14. We will analyze both standard settings and hidden tricks through ADB and third-party utilities. Importantly, some methods require superuser rights (root), but most work without them.

Method 1: Disable update notifications in MIUI settings

The easiest and safest method is to block notifications from the system application Software Update. This will not remove the update check itself, but hides pop-ups from the lock screen. MIUI 12–14:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, type “Software Update” (or “Updater” in English firmware).
3. Slip on the app, then select Notifications.
4. Turn off the Display Notifications switch.

⚠️ Note: After that, you will not receive any notifications from the Software Update, including important security patches. If you want to leave alerts in the curtain, but remove them from the lock screen, move to the next way.

Check the current version of MIUI in Settings → About the phone

Backup of important data

Make sure your phone has enough charge (minimum 30%)

Turn off automatic download of updates in Settings → Update of the PO → Settings (⚙️)

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Method 2: Hiding notifications from the lock screen (without completely disabling)

If you don’t want to lose notifications about new MIUI versions, but they shouldn’t show up on a locked screen, use the privacy settings:

1. Go to Settings → Lock screen.
2. Select Notifications on the lock screen.
3. Tap Hidden Notifications and add the Software Update app to the list.

Now pop-up updates will only appear in the notification bar after unlocking.This method works on all Xiaomi devices with MIUI 11+, including the POCO X3, Redmi 9 and later.

💡 Useful advice: If you have a version MIUI No Hidden Notifications, try an alternative path: Settings → Notifications → Notifications on the lock screen → Applications and manually disable the display for Software Update.

Method 3: Disable automatic update checks via ADB (without root)

If the standard settings do not help, you can block the background activity of the application Software Update using ADB-This doesn’t require superuser rights, but you’ll need a computer with Xiaomi drivers installed and a tool installed. ADB.

🔹 Step-by-step instruction:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on your phone: Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (shap 7 times).
2. Activate USB Debugging in Settings → Additional → For developers.
3. Connect your phone to your PC and run ADB's command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.android.updater

⚠️ Warning: This command disables the Software Update app completely. You won't be able to check new firmware versions until you return it back to the command:

adb shell pm enable com.android.updater

📌 Key conclusion: Method with ADB — It's the most reliable one for permanently removing notifications, but it's only good for those who don't plan to manually update.

Method 4: Remove the Software Update application with root rights

For advanced users who have root access, the most radical way is to completely remove the system application com.android.updater, which will permanently remove notifications and the very ability to check updates through standard settings.

🔹 Instructions:

• 📱 Install Root Explorer or Titanium Backup from Google Play.
• 🔍 Find the list of system applications Software Update (or Updater).
• 🗑️ Select “Delete” or “Freeze” (in Titanium Backup).
• 🔄 Reset the device.

⚠️ Warning: Removing system applications can lead to unstable work MIUI, Especially if you use custom firmware, we recommend you do a backup first. TWRP Or OrangeFox.

💡 Alternative: Instead of deleting, you can freeze the app — it's less risky and allows you to return it in one click. In Titanium Backup, there is an option to freeze it, and in Lucky Patcher, there is a option to block it».

Method 5: Use of third-party utilities (without root)

If previous methods didn't work or you're uncomfortable with ADB, you can use specialized applications that block system-level notifications without the need for rooting.

📌 Top.-3 utility for Xiaomi:

• 🛡️ NotifyClean – removes specific keyword notifications (e.g., “update”). Works through Accessibility Service.
• 🔇 Disable Notifications – allows you to disable notifications from system applications, including software updates.
• 🧹 MIUI Hidden Settings – reveals hidden settings MIUI, Where to Deactivate Forced Pop Ups.

🔹 How to use NotifyClean:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Enable special options in settings for it.
3. Add a rule to block notifications with the text “update” or “updater”.

⚠️ Note: Some antiviruses (e.g. Avast) may label such utilities as “potentially dangerous” due to the use of Accessibility API. This is a false positive – applications don’t steal data, but require advanced permissions to work.

What to do if the notification returns after the reboot

Sometimes even after the update notifications are turned off, the pop-up updates reappear, which is because MIUI resets some settings when it reboots or after installing security patches.

• 🔄 Check Auto Update Apps: Go to Google Play → Settings → Auto Update Apps and select “Do not update automatically».
• 📵 Disable mobile data for "Software Update": In Settings → Annexes → Update of the PO → Mobile data block background traffic.
• 🛠️ Clear the app cache: In the Software Update settings, click "Clear the cache" and "Erase the data».

If the problem persists, then there is a hidden update checker on your device, and it will only help. ADB-a command from Method 3 or a root solution from Method 4.

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On some firmware (e.g. MIUI EU), update notifications are linked to com.xiaomi.market. Try turning off notifications for this app in the settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about update notifications on Xiaomi