How to make a backup of Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro remains one of the most popular smartphones even years after the release – thanks to the balanced characteristics, reliable platform Snapdragon 720G But any technology is not immune to failure: accidental fall, critical update. MIUI It is often impossible to recover lost photos, correspondence or settings - unless, of course, a backup was created in advance.

This article is not about abstract tips, but about concrete actions: from standard tools. MIUI Advanced methods with the use of TWRP and ADB. We will learn how to maintain contacts, SMS, Apps, system settings and multimedia — with the Redmi Note 9 Pro (models joyeuse and curtana), and find out what data can not be restored after resetting to factory settings, even if the backup was made.

1. Preparation for backup: what you need to know

Before you start backup, answer three key questions:

• 📱 What data is critical? For most users, it's photos (.jpg,.png), videos, contacts, and instant messenger correspondence. But don't forget your browser passwords saved, your Mi Notes notes, and your Xiaomi Cloud settings.
• 💾 Where will the backup go? Smartphone, MicroSD, cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud) or computer? Each has its pros and cons — for example, cloud services can limit the amount of free storage available.
• ⚡ How urgent is the backup? If the smartphone is already "glutching" and requires resetting, a quick export through the Internet will do. MIUI. If there is enough time, it is better to make a complete image of the system through the TWRP.

Redmi Note 9 Pro has 64 or 128 GB of memory (depending on the modification), but is actually available to the user about 85-90% When you create a backup, keep in mind that:

• 📁 System backup through MIUI weight 1-3 GB (depending on the number of applications).
• 🖼️ Photos and videos in their original quality can take up tens of gigabytes – especially if you are shooting in the video. 4K Or use Pro mode or use Pro mode.
• ☁️ Cloud services (such as Google Photos) compress media files at a free rate, which worsens the quality of the service.

⚠️ Note: If you plan to unlock the bootloader or install custom firmware, the standard backup is through MIUI will not save section data /data In this case, you must use it. TWRP or ADB Backup.

Before the procedure begins:

Make sure the battery is charged >50%|Connect to a stable Wi-Fi network (if you use the cloud)|Free up at least 5GB of memory on your device or card|Write down the version. MIUI (Settings → The phone)|Disable two-factor authentication in your Mi Account (if you are planning a reset)-->

Also check if sync with Mi Cloud is enabled: go to Settings → Xiaomi account → Mi Cloud → Sync: If the option is active, some of the data (contacts, notes, call histories) is already duplicated in the cloud.

2. Method 1: Standard backup through MIUI (without ROOT)

The simplest method, which doesn't require any additional software or superuser rights, is to save:

• 📱 Applications and their data (for example, progress in games, settings of messengers).
• 📞 Contacts, call history and SMS.
• ⚙️ System settings (Wi-Fi, wallpaper, sound profiles).
• 📝 Notes from Mi Notes and Records.

However, there are limitations:

• 🚫 Not saved: files in folders DCIM, Downloads, Music and other user directories.
• 🔒 Some apps (like WhatsApp or Telegram) block the export of their data through this method.
• 📦 Backup takes up space in internal memory (by default in folder) MIUI/backup/AllBackup).

Step instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → The telephone and 5-7 Once you tap on the item Version MIUI, to activate the Developer Mode.
2. Back to Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset → Local backups.
3. Click Backup and select the data to save (it is recommended to leave all ticks).
4. Specify the location of the storage: Internal memory or Memory Card (if installed).
5. Confirm the action and wait until the completion (may take a while) 5-20 minute).

The backup will be.mbk format (for example, the backup will be.mbk, backup_20260515_123456.mbk). It can be copied to a computer or to the cloud for reliability.

⚠️ Note: If you plan to reset your smartphone to factory settings, do not delete the.mbk file from internal memory - otherwise it will be impossible to restore data after the reset.

To recover data from the backup:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset → Local Backup.
2. Select the desired.mbk file and click Restore.
3. Confirm the recovery and wait until the end (the smartphone will restart).

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If the backup takes up too much space, clear the app cache in Settings before creating it. → Annexes → Clear the cache. This can reduce the file size on the 30-50%.

3. Method 2: Backup through Google Account

This method is suitable for those who actively use Google services: Contacts, Calendar, Photos and Drive. The main advantage is automatic synchronization, which works in the background.

• ☁️ Google Photos Cloud compresses media files at a free rate (resolution is reduced to 16 MP for photos and photos). 1080p video).
• 📱 Backups of apps in Google Drive do not include themselves APK-files, but only settings and data (e.g. progress in games).
• 🔄 Synchronization can slow down a smartphone if enabled for a large amount of data.

How to set up a backup through Google:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Choose your account (or add a new one if you don’t have one).
3. Activate switches for Contacts, Calendar, People Details and other necessary services.
4. To back up applications, go to Settings → System → Backup and enable Backup in Google Drive.
5. Click Create Backup Now to start the process manually.

To check what data is already stored in the cloud:

• 📞 Contact: Open contacts.google.com.
• 📅 Calendar: calendar.google.com.
• 📁 Photo and video: photos.google.com.
• 📦 Backup copies of applications: drive.google.com/drive/backups.

Restrictions of free Google account:

⚠️ Note: If you use the Redmi Note 9 Pro with firmware without Google services (such as the Chinese version or custom build), this method will not work.

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4. Method 3: Complete backup through TWRP (advanced)

If you need to save the entire system, including user data, kernel and recovery settings, the best option is to use the system. TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project:

• 🔓 Unlocked bootloader (bootloader).
• 🛠️ Established custom recovery (TWRP).
• 💾 Memory or computer cards for storing an image (backup can weigh) 10-30 GB).

This method is the only one that allows you to restore the smartphone to the exact state at the time of creation of the backup, including all applications, their data and system settings. ADB.

Step-by-step:

1. Unlock the bootloader: Go to the site en.miui.com/unlock You may be allowed to unlock it (may take up to a certain time). 72 Download the Mi Unlock Tool and connect your smartphone in Fastboot mode (press Power). + Vol− When the phone is turned off. Run unlock through the program (the process erases all data!).
2. Install. TWRP: Download the current version TWRP For the Redmi Note 9 Pro (model joyeuse or curtana) from twrp.me. Move the.img file to the folder from fastboot and execute the command: fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-0-joyeuse.img fastboot reboot recovery
3. Create a backup: On the menu TWRP Select Backup. Select Boot, System, Data, Vendor. Select the location of the save (MicroSD recommended or OTG-Swipe for confirmation and wait until it is completed (may take up) 30-60 minute).

The finished backup will be saved in the folder TWRP/BACKUPS It's a set of files with the.win and.tar extensions to restore the system:

1. Download to TWRP (Power + Vol+).
2. Select Restore and specify the folder with backup.
3. Mark the desired sections and swipe for confirmation.

⚠️ Attention: Backup recovery TWRP on a smartphone with a different version MIUI Or firmware can lead to bootloop. Always check version compatibility!

5. Method 4: Manual export of important data

If you don't need a full backup system, but only save individual files (photos, videos, documents), you can do without special tools.

Photo and video:

• 📷 Connect your smartphone to your computer through USB (Select the File Transfer Mode).
• 🖥️ Copy the folders: DCIM (Photos and video from the camera, Pictures (screenshots and uploaded images), Movies or Video (video files).
• ☁️ Alternative: Upload files to Google Photos, Yandex Drive or Mi Cloud.

Contact and SMS:

• 📞 Contacts: export to.vcf file via Contacts app (menu) → Imports/Exports).
• 💬 SMS: use the app SMS Backup & Restore (available on Google Play).

Annexes and their data:

• 📦 For backups APK-Use the files and data using Swift Backup (requires) ROOT) App Backup & Restore.
• 🎮 For cloud-saving games (such as Genshin Impact or Call of Duty Mobile), link your account to Google Play Games or Mi Account.

4. Wi-Fi settings and other system data:

• 📶 Save passwords from Wi-Fi using the WiFi Password Viewer app (requires) ROOT) or take a hand-picture QR-network-code.
• ⚙️ Export Xiaomi Settings through Settings → The phone. → Backup (as in Method 1).

Benefits of manual export:

• ✅ You control what data is stored.
• ✅ No dependence on cloud services or special programs.
• ✅ You can choose the storage format (for example,.vcf for contacts or.zip for photos).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ It takes a lot of time with a lot of data.
• ❌ Requires regular repetition (as opposed to automatic synchronization).
• ❌ Does not save system settings and data of some applications.

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Manual export is the most reliable way to save media files, but it is not suitable for a complete system recovery after a reset or firmware.

6. Method 5: ADB Backup (alternative) TWRP without ROOT)

ADB Backup is a built-in Android backup tool for creating backups without superuser rights:

• 📱 Applications and their data (except secure ones, such as WhatsApp).
• ⚙️ System settings.
• 📞 Contacts, SMS call-book.

However, the method has limitations:

• 🚫 Does not save media files (photos, videos, music).
• 🔒 Some applications (such as banking) block backup of their data.
• 🐢 The process can be slow (depending on the amount of data).

Instructions:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on your computer (e.g. Google’s Platform Tools).
2. Turn on the debugging. USB on a smartphone: Settings → The phone. → 5 times tap the version MIUI. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers and enable debugging by USB.
3. Connect your smartphone to your computer and execute the command: adb backup -apk -obb -shared -all -f C:\backup_redmi_note_9_pro.ab where -f — path to the backup file on the PC.
4. On the smartphone will appear a request for confirmation – enter the password (if any) and click Create a backup.

To recover the data:

adb restore C:\backup_redmi_note_9_pro.ab

The backup file will have the.ab extension (Android Backup) and can be opened with archivers like this. 7-Zip, It is not recommended to edit manually, as this can lead to errors in the recovery process.

⚠️ Attention: If you are using MIUI 12.5+, Some system applications (e.g. Theme or Security) may not be restored through ADB Because of the limitations of Xiaomi. TWRP.

7.How to check the integrity of the backup

Backing up is only half the battle, and it's just as important to make sure that the data is intact and can be restored.

1. Checking backup files:

• 📁 For backups. MIUI (.mbk) open the file through the Archivator (e.g. WinRAR) if it doesn't open or shows an error, the backup is corrupted.
• 📦 For TWRP check what's in the folder. TWRP/BACKUPS All the necessary files (.win,.tar).
• ☁️ For cloud backups (Google Drive, Mi Cloud) try downloading 1-2 computer-file.

Test recovery:

• 🔄 For local backups (MIUI or ADB) Try to restore one contact or application on another device (if you have one).
• 📱 For TWRP Backup the test section (e.g., only Boot) and restore it immediately.

Checking checksums (for advanced):

• 🔢 Generate. MD5 or SHA-1 hash of the backup file using the command: certutil -hashfile backup_redmi_note_9_pro.ab SHA256 Save the hash and compare it after copying to another media.

If the backup is damaged:

• 🔄 Try to recreate it.
• 💾 Check the media (memory card or hard drive) for errors using chkdsk (Windows) or fsck (Linux/Mac).
• ☁️ If you use the cloud, try downloading the backup again.

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Store backups in several places: for example, one instance on a memory card, the second in the cloud, the third on an external hard drive, which will protect against data loss if the media breaks.

8. Frequent errors and their solutions

Even if you follow the instructions, you can have problems.

1. "Not enough backup space."

• 🗑️ Solution: Free up space in internal memory or use MicroSD. TWRP fit OTG-accumulator.
• ☁️ Alternative: Break the backup into parts (e.g., save System and Data separately).

2. "Backup." MIUI broke off at 99%"

• 🔄 Solution: Reboot your smartphone and try again. If the error repeats, reset the Backup settings (Settings) → Annexes → Backup → Warehouse → Clear the data).

3. "TWRP Does not see the internal memory"

• 🛠️ Solution: Check if your version supports TWRP Redmi Note 9 Pro. This build is suitable for the model joyeuse.
• 🔧 If the problem persists, format the Data section in TWRP (Note: This will delete all data!).

4. "ADB Backup is an error called Unable to Open Backup File""

• 🖥️ Solution: Check the path to the file on your PC (no Cyrillic characters). Run the command on behalf of the administrator.
• 🔌 Make sure the cable is USB It is good and supports data transfer (not only charging).

5. "After the recovery of the backup, the smartphone does not turn on"

• ⚠️ The decision: If it happened after TWRP, Try to restore only the Data partition, leaving the System intact. If it doesn't work, reflash your smartphone via Fastboot.
• 🔧 For MIUI Backups check the firmware version - restores