Where Redmi 9 Stores Records of Conversations: All Possible Storage Sites

Have you recorded an important conversation on Xiaomi Redmi 9, but can’t find the file? Or accidentally deleted the audio and want to restore it? In this article, we will analyze all possible storage locations of records – from a standard voice recorder to hidden folders MIUI, and also tell you how to find files if they “disappeared” from the gallery.

The problem with finding audio files on Redmi 9 is due to the features of MIUI firmware: the system distributes records to different directories depending on how they are created, for example, recordings from the recorder are stored in one place, and automatic recordings of calls in another, and some files can be hidden from the user without additional settings.

We have analyzed all versions of MIUI for Redmi 9 (including MIUI 12/13/14) and collected up-to-date data for 2026, and in this article you will find not only the paths to folders, but also ways to access hidden files, as well as instructions for restoring deleted records.

1. Standard record storage locations on Redmi 9

If you used a built-in MIUI voice recorder, the files are saved by default in one of two folders, depending on the firmware version and user settings.

• 📁 Internal memory: /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/ — standard-position MIUI 12 And it's where you can store the recordings that you made through the sound recording app).
• 📁 folder MIUI: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ — Alternative path for older versions of firmware (up to) MIUI 11). Sometimes the records are duplicated here.
• 📁 Google Drive (if sync is enabled): records can automatically be uploaded to the cloud along the Drive path → Record Sound folder. Check the dictaphone settings. → Settings → Cloud backups).

To open these folders:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (select File Transfer Mode).
2. Use any file manager (such as Total Commander or FX File Explorer) and follow the paths indicated.
3. If there is no folder, check the hidden files (turn on the display in the manager settings).

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If you can't see the Recordings folder, try writing a new file that lasts 1-2 seconds.

Important: on some versions MIUI The recorders folder can be called VoiceRec or SoundRecorder, and it depends on the regional firmware. MIUI for Redmi 9 (model M2003J15SS) route /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/, and in Chinese (M2003J15SC) — /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/.

2.Where telephone records are stored (automatic call recording)

If you have enabled automatic call recording in your phone settings, the files will be saved in a separate folder. On Redmi 9, this feature works through the Phone app (the handset icon) and requires pre-configuring:

1. Open the phone →... (three dots) → Settings → Record conversations.
2. Enable the option of Automatic Recording (or Record all calls).
3. Select the storage source: Internal memory or SD-map.

After activation, the records will be stored here:

Note: Call records files often have uncomfortable names (e.g. 1678901234567.amr). To identify them, sort the files by date of creation - it corresponds to the time of the call.

If the CallRecord folder is empty but you are sure the records were, check:

• 🔍 Basket: In MIUI Deleted files first enter the gallery → Basket (stored for 30 days).
• 🔍 Hidden folders: enable the display of hidden files in the file manager (in Total Commander: Settings) → Display → Show hidden files).
• 🔍 Other applications: if you have installed third-party recording programs (such as Cube Call Recorder or other applications) ACR), Check their settings.

3. How to find records if they are not displayed in the gallery

A common problem with Redmi 9 is that the recording files are in the phone's memory, but they're not shown in the standard Gallery or Music, because MIUI, by default, hides some types of files. Here's how to find them:

Open any file manager (e.g. Files by Google or FX File Explorer)

Enable the display of hidden files in the manager settings

Go to the root folder of internal memory (/storage/emulated/0/)

Look for Recordings, CallRecord folders, MIUI/sound_recorder

Check the folder. Android/data/ — Some apps store records there-->

If you use Windows Explorer to search for files via USB:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your PC in File Transfer (MTP) mode.
2. In the Explorer address bar, enter the path directly (for example, \\Redmi9\Internal storage\Recordings\).
3. If the folder does not open, check if you are allowed to access files in your phone settings (Settings → Additional → USB permissions).

Critical detail: on some versions of MIUI, the Recordings folder can be protected by the system. To access it, temporarily disable the Privacy Protection function in the security settings (Settings → Privacy → Special Permissions → Access to files).

If you can’t find the following, try the extension search:

• 🔎 In the file manager, type in the search.amr or.mp3 — These are the main formats for recordings.
• 🔎 Check the Download folder – sometimes records are saved there when using third-party apps.

4. Recovering Deleted Records of Conversations

If you accidentally delete a record, you can restore it within 30 days (if the cart has not been cleaned) or with specialized programs.

Method 1: Recovery from the MIUI basket

MIUI automatically sends deleted files to the recycle bin, where they are stored for 30 days, to recover:

1. Open the gallery. → Basket.
2. Find the deleted recording (sort by file type: Audio).
3. Select the file and press Restore.

Method 2: Recovery programs

If the cart is cleaned, use utilities to scan the memory:

For recovery via PC:

1. Connect Redmi 9 to your computer.
2. Start Recuva and select the Audio file type.
3. Specify the phone disc and start scanning.
4. After completion, select the desired files and click Restore.

Important: after deleting the record, do not write new files to your phone, which reduces the chances of recovery, and the faster you start scanning, the higher the probability of success.

5. Record Storage Settings: How to Change the Way of Saving

By default, Redmi 9 saves records to internal memory, but you can redirect them to the memory. SD-It's a map or a cloud. Here's how to do it:

Changing the path for a recorder

1. Open the Sound Recording app.
2. Press three points (⋮) → Settings.
3. Select a Save Place and specify SD-map or internal memory.

Set up automatic call recording

1. Open the phone → Settings → Record conversations.
2. Enable the option of Automatic Recording.
3. In the Warehouse section, select SD-map (if installed).

If you want to save entries to Google Drive:

• 📁 Install the Google Drive app from the Play Market.
• 📁 In the voice recorder settings, enable Cloud Backup and log in to your Google account.
• 📁 Records will be automatically uploaded to the Disk Records folder.

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If you choose SD-Storage card, make sure it is formatted as internal memory (in phone settings: Memory) → SD-map → Set it up as internal, or some apps won't be able to write files to it.

6. Problems with recording conversations and their solutions

On Redmi 9, users often experience errors when recording calls or saving files, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If the automatic call recording does not work:

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. the U.S. and the EU), recording calls without the consent of the interlocutor is prohibited by law. Xiaomi can block this feature on firmware for these regions. MIUI or use third-party applications.

To solve the problem of corrupted files:

1. Check the free space on your phone (should be at least 1 GB).
2. Update the Phone app and Sound Recorder through the Play Market.
3. If files are not played, try opening them on your PC using VLC Player – it supports corrupted audio files.

7. Third-party applications for recording and their storage folders

If you don't like Redmi 9's built-in tools, you can use alternative applications. They often offer more features (like both sides of the conversation or cloud storage).

• 📱 Cube Call Recorder: Recordings are saved in the /storage/emulated/0/CubeBackup/ or SD-Supports VoIP call recording (WhatsApp, Viber).
• 📱 ACR (Another Call Recorder: Files are stored in the /storage/emulated/0/ACR/. There's a record encryption function.
• 📱 Call Recorder by Lovekara: The Way — /storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/. Automatically sends records to email.
• 📱 Otter.ai: records are transcribed into text and stored in the cloud (access via account).

When using third-party applications:

• 🔧 Give them all the permissions they need (microphone, file access, autorun).
• 🔧 Check Storage Settings: Some programs default to saving files to the cloud instead of to the device.
• 🔧 Update apps regularly – this fixes write errors.

Warning: Some recording apps (e.g. Boldbeast) require root rights to work fully on MIUI. Without them, recording may not work well or only your side of the conversation will be saved.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi 9 recordings