How to completely remove the update Xiaomi Cloud: all working methods

Xiaomi Cloud updates often bring new features, but sometimes become a source of problems, from constant notifications to synchronization failures. If after the update the service started to work incorrectly, slow down the system or consume too much traffic, it can be removed. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to roll back the Mi Cloud update, including methods for devices with an unlocked bootloader and without root rights.

It’s important to understand that removing an update doesn’t equal completely removing an app. We’ll return the service to the previous stable version, retaining the basic synchronization functionality. The process is different for different versions of MIUI (12/13/14/15) and smartphone models, from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14 Pro. If you’re not sure about your model, check it in Settings → About Phone → Model.

Warning: Some techniques require technical skills. If you’ve never worked with ADB or heard of recovery-mode, start with the simplest of methods. And remember, removing system updates can disrupt other Xiaomi services, such as Find Device or Mi Account.

Why you should remove the Xiaomi Cloud update

Mi Cloud service is automatically updated via Google Play or MIUI system updates. Most often users face such problems after updating:

• 🔄 Constant synchronization in the background, draining the battery for 4-6 hours
• 📶 Increased traffic (up to 500 MB per day) even when autosynchronization is off
• 🚫 Authorization errors: The system asks you to re-enter your Mi Account password every 12 hours
• 📱 Interface freezes when opening a gallery or contacts due to version conflict
• 🔒 Blocking features – for example, the inability to disable backup

According to the Mi Community forums, the peak of complaints came from the Xiaomi Cloud 4.5.2 update (released in March 2026), which massively broke the synchronization of notes and calendar.

⚠️ Note: If you are using Mi Cloud for backup SMS or call logs, before removing the update, be sure to save data manually. New versions of the service can change the format of storage of backups, and after rollback they will become unreadable.

Method 1: Recoil through Google Play (for custom versions)

The easiest method is to return a previous version via Google Play, which works if:

• 📱 You have a custom version of Mi Cloud installed (not a system version)
• 🔧 There is no lock on the smartphone (relevant to the MIUI Global)
• 📅 It was no more than 48 hours since the update.

Instructions:

1. Open Google Play and find Xiaomi Cloud.
2. Slip on the three dots in the upper right corner → Remove the updates.
3. Confirm the action. The system will return the version that was installed initially.
4. Reboot your phone to make the changes take effect.

Disable Auto-Update Apps in Play Market

Check the space (needs at least 200 MB)

Save the password from the Mi Account

Reboot your phone before the procedure-->

If there is no Remove Updates button, you have a system version of the app, in which case move on to the next method.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (for example, MIUI 14 for POCO F5) After a rollback through Play Market, the service can automatically update again after 24 hours. To avoid this, disable the auto-update for Xiaomi Cloud in the Google account settings.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root rights)

For system applications that cannot be rolled back through Google Play, the ADB (Android Debug Bridge) method is suitable. This is an official tool from Google that does not require superuser rights.

• 🖥️ Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux
• 📱 Cable USB (preferably original)
• 🔧 Included Debugging by USB phone-on

Step-by-step:

1. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
2. Connect the phone to the PC and allow debugging (a request will appear on the smartphone screen).
3. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the adb folder.
4. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
5. Run a rollback command: adb shell pm install -r -d /system/priv-app/MiCloud/MiCloud.apk If the path doesn't work, try an alternative: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.cloudservice
6. Reboot the phone.

After the reboot, check out the Xiaomi Cloud version in Settings → Applications → Application Management → Xiaomi Cloud. If the rollback is successful, you will see an older version (e.g., 4.4.1 instead of 4.5.2).

adb shell pm clear com.miui.cloudservice

This often helps with type errors "INSTALL_FAILED_INVALID_APK".-->

Method 3: Manual APK removal via TWRP (for advanced)

If you have custom recovery (e.g. TWRP), you can manually replace the application file, which is suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader and gives maximum control over the process.

What you need:

• 📱 Unlocked loader and installed TWRP
• 💾 Backup copy of the current firmware (required!)
• 📁 APK-file of the old version of Xiaomi Cloud (you can download from APKMirror)

Instructions:

1. Download the correct version APK (for example, com.miui.cloudservice_4.3.2.apk) And put it on SD-card.
2. Boot to TWRP (clip Power + Volume up when turned on).
3. Go to Advanced → File Manager.
4. Find /system/priv-app/MiCloud/ (or /system/app/MiCloud/ on old firmware).
5. Delete the current MiCloud.apk file (or rename it to MiCloud.apk.bak).
6. Copy the downloaded APK into this folder.
7. Set the rights 644 (rw-r-----) for the new file.
8. Reboot to the system.

⚠️ Attention: MIUI 15 (released in September 2026) Xiaomi tightens checks on system files after manual replacement APK Mi Verify, a protection that restores the original file the next time you reboot it, can be triggered. To avoid this, after you replace it, follow the command: adb shell settings put global. package_verifier_user_consent 1

Method 4: Disable updates via Mi Account

If you don’t need to delete the update itself, but you just need to stop automatic updates, you can block them through your Xiaomi account settings. This method does not require technical skills and works on all devices.

How to turn off auto-update:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Mi Account.
2. Slip on Xiaomi Cloud → Synchronization settings.
3. Turn off the Auto Update option of the application.
4. Return to the basic Mi Cloud settings and turn off Automatic Update Download.

We further recommend:

• 🔕 Google Play to disable auto-update for Xiaomi Cloud (three dots) → Auto Update disabled).
• 📵 Limit the background activity of the application in Settings → Annexes → Xiaomi Cloud → Battery → Background activity.
• 🚫 Disable access to mobile data in Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Transfer of data → Xiaomi Cloud.

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Disabling auto-updates does not remove the current version, but prevents new ones from being installed.This is the safest way if you are happy with the current service, but want to avoid future problems.

Method 5: Reset Xiaomi Cloud (without data loss)

If the update caused a malfunction, but you don’t want to risk system files, try resetting the cloud settings, which will return the service to factory settings, but save your data (photos, contacts, notes) on Xiaomi servers.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find Xiaomi Cloud and tap it.
3. Select Warehouse. → Clear the data.
4. Confirm action. The app will restart with factory settings.
5. Log in Mi Cloud and log in again. Your data will be downloaded from the cloud automatically.

This method helps in 60% of cases when the problem is related to:

• 🔄 Cache conflicts after update
• 🔑 Authorization errors (e.g., "Can't connect to the server")
• 📱 Freezes when opening the section "Reserve copies"

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T s MIUI 14) after the data reset, Xiaomi Cloud may require the device to be re-associated with the account. Make sure you have access to the email linked to the Mi Account, it will receive a confirmation code.

What to do if nothing helps

If none of these methods work, radical measures remain:

1. Firmware rollback: Install an older version of MIUI via Fastboot or Recovery. minus: loss of all data on the phone (except those in the cloud). Xiaomi.EU forum has firmware archives for all models.
2. Custom firmware installation: Firmware like LineageOS or Pixel Experience completely removes the Mi Cloud, but requires an unlocked bootloader and may deprive you of some features (for example, IR Blaster).
3. Support: If the problem is massive (as with version 4.5.2), Xiaomi may release a fix. Write to official support with a description of the error and logs (Settings → About Phone → Error Report).

Before any radical step, you must keep:

• 📁 Backup of chats (Mi Mover or Swift Backup)
• 📇 Contacts (exports to VCF)
• 📸 Photos and videos (copy to PC or other cloud service)

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If you decide to upgrade to custom firmware, check its compatibility with your model first on the XDA Developers website. For example, the firmware for the Redmi Note 11 will not be suitable for the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ due to different processors.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Xiaomi Cloud updates