Where Xiaomi Stores Phone Records: A Complete Search and Recovery Guide

Records of phone conversations on Xiaomi, Redmi or smartphones POCO You may need to do things from saving a business conversation to documenting evidence for litigation, but many users are faced with the problem of: Where exactly these files are stored in the system, how to find them, and what to do if the Suddenly record disappeared after updating or resetting settings?

In this article, we will analyze all possible storage locations of records on devices. MIUI (including recent versions 14/15), The ways to extract them, both through standard tools and third-party applications, will pay special attention to the hidden folders of the system, where Xiaomi stores backup copies of records even after they are deleted from the gallery. You will also learn how to recover lost files if they are not displayed in the usual directories.

It is important to understand that the location of the records depends on the firmware version, the phone model and how to create them (built-in voice recorder, the Phone application, third-party programs). 13/14, Redmi Note 12/13, POCO F5/X5 others.

1. Standard places for storing conversation records in MIUI

By default, Xiaomi smartphones store phone records in several standard locations, depending on how the recording was made:

• 📱 Through the built-in voice recorder: files are stored in a folder /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ or /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/. File format - usually.m4a or.
• 📞 Automatic recording of conversations (function in the "Phone" application): files can be found in the /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/call_rec/. Here records are sorted by dates and subscriber numbers.
• 🔄 Backup copies of records: MIUI Creates duplicates in a hidden folder /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.android.providers.media/, But access to them is possible only through root or special file managers.

On devices with MIUI 14/15 The path may be a little different. For example, on Xiaomi. 14 Pro or Redmi Note 13 Pro+ The phone records are stored in the:

/storage/emulated/0/Android/media/com.miui.voiceassist/voice_recorder/call_rec/

To see these folders, you’ll need a file manager with access to system directories (like Mi File Explorer with Hidden Mode enabled or Solid Explorer). A regular Explorer from Google Play won’t display these folders without additional settings.

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If you can't see the folder call_rec, Try manually entering a path in the file manager address bar. MIUI hides it from standard display.

2. How to find records through the application "Phone" and "Dictophon"

The easiest way to access records is through the interface of standard applications, and let's look at both.

Records from the "Phone" app (automatic recording of conversations)

If you have enabled the automatic recording of incoming/outgoing calls, you can find them as follows:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Go to the tab "Journal" (watch icon in the lower menu).
3. Find the right call in the list and tap it.
4. If the record exists, an icon will appear under the information about the call. 🎤 "Replay the recording".

In some models (for example, POCO X5 Pro) the recording is only displayed if the call was longer than 5 seconds.

Records from the Dictator annex

For manual recordings made through the built-in dictaphone:

1. Open the application "Dictophone" (mic icon).
2. All the recordings are sorted by date, so tap on the right one to listen to.
3. For export, click on three dots ⋮ → "Share" or "Save a copy".

Please note: in MIUI 15 The voice recorder interface has changed, so you can group the records into folders (e.g., "Workers", "Personal"). To see all the files at once, go to Settings. → Show all the records.

3. Hidden folders and system directories: where Xiaomi hides records

MIUI It's known for storing some of the user data in hidden system folders, and that includes conversation records. If you can't find the files in standard locations, check the following locations:

To access the folders /data/ or /system/ Root rights or use will be required ADB. Without them, you'll only see a fraction of the files, for example, to view backups through ADB, execute:

adb shell ls /data/media/0/MIUI/backup/AllBackup/voice_recorder/

If you don't know me, ADB, You can use applications like this. FX File Explorer or Root Browser that can work with system partitions (but again, root is needed).

4. Recovering Deleted Records of Conversations

If the records were deleted accidentally or disappeared after resetting, you can try to restore them, and success depends on how long it has been since the deletion and how actively the phone memory was used.

Recovery through the system basket MIUI

Starting with MIUI 12, the system has a Recycle Bin feature that temporarily stores deleted files (including records:

1. Open the Files app (folder icon).
2. Go to the "Basket" tab (the bin icon in the bottom menu).
3. Find files with the.amr extension,.m4a or.mp3.
4. Select the required records and click "Restore".

The storage period in the cart is 15 days (on some models it is 30 days), after which the files are deleted irrevocably.

4.2.Use of third-party recovery software

If the entries are not in the cart, try specialized utilities. The best options for Xiaomi:

• 🛠️ DiskDigger scans internal memory for deleted audio files, but it works without root, but it is more efficient with it.
• 🔍 Recuva (via PC) – connect your phone to your computer in mode MTP And scan the drive.
• 📱 Undeleter Recover Files & Data – Supports.amr and Recovery.m4a.

Important: Do not install recovery programs on the same disk where the records were stored, which will reduce the chances of success, as new data can overwrite deleted files.

Disable Wi-Fi and Mobile Data

Charge your phone at least 50%

Install the recovery program on a memory card (not in internal memory)

Do not write new files until the scan is completed

Make a backup copy of current data-->

5. Features of recordings on different Xiaomi models

The location and format of the recordings may vary depending on the model and version of the firmware.

5.1. Xiaomi Series 13/14 (flagship)

Xiaomi. 13 Ultra, 14 Pro and other flagships with MIUI 14/15 records are stored in encrypted form in a folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Android/media/com.miui.voiceassist/encrypted_rec/

You need the original Phone or Dictator app to listen to them. If you try to open a file through a third-party player, you'll get a "File corrupted" error to get around this:

1. Copy the file on the PC.
2. Use it. VLC Media Player with the option "Ignore codecs" enabled".
3. Or convert the file via FFmpeg with the command: ffmpeg -i input.amr -c:a libmp3lame output.mp3

5.2. The Redmi Note series 12/13 (middle-class)

On the Redmi Note. 12 Pro+ note 13 The default records are saved in /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/, But only if the "Recording conversations" function is enabled in the phone settings:

1. Open "Settings" → "Annexes" → "Phone".
2. Select "Talk Record."
3. Enable the option "Automatic Recording" for incoming/outgoing.

These models also run cloud backup of records in Mi Cloud if the feature is activated in Settings. → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Backup.

5.3. Series POCO F5/X5 (game-smartphone)

Nana POCO F5 and POCO X5 Pro recordings of conversations by default are not saved - this function must be enabled manually:

1. Open the phone app.
2. Press three points. ⋮ → "Settings".
3. Select "Talk Record" and activate the switch.
4. Tell them what they call (all of them are incoming, only outgoing).

Records on POCO stored /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/CallRecordings/. Feature: Files have a prefix call_ + telephone number (e.g, call_79123456789_20260515.amr).

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Nana POCO F5/X5 Default conversation records are disabled. Without manual activation of the feature in the phone app settings, no conversations will be saved.

6 How to transfer recordings to another medium or to the cloud

To avoid losing important records, it is recommended to regularly transfer them to external media or to cloud storage.

6.1 Export through File Manager

The simplest method is:

1. Open the file (or any other manager).
2. Go to the folder with records (see sections above).
3. Select the necessary files (long press → ticks).
4. Click "Copy" or "Cut".
5. Select the target folder (such as a memory card or Download folder).

To transfer to the PC, connect the phone to USB file transfer (MTP) and copy files through the conductor Windows/macOS.

6.2 Automatic synchronization with Mi Cloud

Xiaomi offers its own cloud storage where you can automatically upload your records:

1. Open "Settings" → "Xiaomi account" → "Mi Cloud".
2. Turn on "Backup."
3. Select "Settings of backup" → "Records of conversations".
4. Activate the switch and specify the synchronization frequency (daily, weekly).

Note that there's only 5GB of free space available, and that's enough for.amr records. ~500 hours of audio, but if the files are in.mp3, volume is reduced to ~100 hours.

6.3 Export via Google Drive or other clouds

If you prefer third-party services:

• 🌐 Google Drive: Install the app, select files in the manager and click Share" → "Save it to the Disk".
• ☁️ Yandex Disk or Mail.ru Cloud: similarly via the option "Share".
• 📤 Telegram: Send files to your “Saved Messages” (limit – 2 GB per file).

You can use the Automate or Tasker app to boot automatically by setting the task on a schedule.

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Before uploading to the cloud, convert.amr to.amr records.mp3 AudioConverter will reduce the loss of quality in compression.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

When you're working with Xiaomi conversation records, users are faced with common mistakes.

7.1. Records are not saved or lost after the update

After the update MIUI records have ceased to be preserved or have disappeared:

• 🔄 Resetting the settings of the application "Phone": Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Reset.
• 📥 Checking the recording permission: Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Permits → Microphone (must be “Allowed").
• 🛠️ Cache cleanup: Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the cache.

If the records are missing after the update MIUI 14/15, check the folder:

/storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.miui.voiceassist/files/backup/

7.2 Records are available but not reproduced

If you can see the files but they don’t open:

• 🎵 The problem with codecs: install the player VLC or MX Player (they support.amr).
• 🔧 ← Defaced Files: Try Converting with Online Audio Converter.
• 📁 Incorrect access rights: copy the file to your PC and try to open it there.

The automatic recording of conversations is not working

If the function is enabled but records are not created:

• 📵 Check regional restrictions: in some countries (e.g. EU) automatic recording is prohibited by law.
• 🔕 Turn off "Do Not Disturb": in this mode, the recording can be blocked.
• 📱 Update the Phone app via Google Play (sometimes bugs are fixed in new versions).

8 Legal aspects of recording conversations

Before recording telephone conversations, it is important to understand the legal implications, and most countries have the following rules:

• 🌍 Russia: recording of a conversation is allowed if you are a participant (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), the use of the recording in court is allowed if it does not violate the confidentiality of correspondence.
• 🇪🇺 European Union (GDPR): All participants must agree, and an unauthorized recording may result in a fine.
• 🇺🇸 In most states, one-party consent is sufficient, but in California and Washington, all-party consent is required).

If you plan to use the records in litigation:

⚠️ Note: In Russia, telephone records are accepted by courts as evidence only if: The recording is made legally (you are a participant in the conversation), the file is not edited (original format, without cropping). You can confirm authenticity (for example, through examination). Records made secretly by third parties have no legal effect.

For reliability, record the date and time of the recording (this can be done through file properties or special applications like Call Recorder - Automatic, which add time stamps).

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi conversation records