How to recover remote music from Xiaomi phone: all working ways

Did you delete your favorite track from Xiaomi by mistake? Or did the music disappear after resetting? Don't panic - in most cases, files can be returned. Even if you cleaned the cart or formatted the memory card, the chances of recovery remain. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods for Redmi, POCO, Mi and other brands.

The rule is, the faster you start to act, the more likely you are to succeed. When you delete files, they don't disappear from memory instantly -- the system just labels them as "free." Until those sectors are overwritten with new data, the music can be restored, but every hour of delay reduces the odds.

We’ll look at ways from simple (checking the cart) to complex (using a PC and specialized software), and how to avoid permanent data loss in the future, which is especially important for users who only store music on their phones.

1. Check the Recycle Bin in the Standard File Manager

Many Xiaomi users don't know that the phone has a built-in trash bin, the equivalent of a "junk bucket" on the computer, and the deleted files are stored there for 7 to 30 days (depending on the model and settings) to recover music:

1. Open the Files app** (the folder icon on the desktop).
2. In the bottom menu, tap on the basket (dumpster icon).
3. Find the deleted audio files (they are sorted by date).
4. Select the desired tracks with a long tap → click Restore.

If the bin is empty or there are no files, move on to the next method. Note: the basket only works for files deleted through the standard Xiaomi file manager. If you erased music through another application (for example, Google Files or MiXplorer), this method will not work.

⚠️ Attention: In some firmware MIUI The cart is disabled by default. To activate it, go to Settings. → Warehouse → Recycle Bin and enable the option “Save deleted files».

2. Recovery through cloud services

If your Xiaomi has enabled sync with Mi Cloud or other cloud services, check them first.This is the most reliable way to return music, since files are stored on remote servers and do not depend on the memory status of the phone.

Mi Cloud (Xiaomi Cloud)

The service automatically backs up some types of files, including music (if enabled) to check:

1. Open your Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Check if the synchronization for the Music section is enabled.
3. If yes, go to i.mi.com, log in and find the Music section in the cloud web version.

2.2. Google Drive or Yandex.Disk

If you have used these services for backup:

• 📱 Open the Google Drive or Yandex.Disk app on your phone.
• 🔍 In the search box, enter the title of the track or album.
• ⬇️ If the file is found, download it back to the device.

Cloud services are the only way to recover music if your phone is lost, stolen or completely broken, but remember: free storage in Mi Cloud is limited to 5GB, so not all users include music backup.

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To avoid losing music in the future, set up automatic uploads of new tracks to the cloud. In Mi Cloud, this is done in your account settings → Backup → Autoupload Multimedia.

3. Connecting the phone to a PC and scanning the memory

If the music has been deleted recently and the phone hasn't rebooted, you can try to recover files via your computer.

• 💻 PC Windows/macOS/Linux;
• 🔌 Cable USB (Preferably original from Xiaomi);
• 🛠️ Data recovery software (e.g. Recuva, DiskDigger, EaseUS Data Recovery).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect Xiaomi to your PC in File Transfer mode (when you request on your phone, select this option).
2. Run a recovery program (such as Recuva).
3. Select the phone’s drive (usually Internal Storage or Xiaomi model name).
4. Specify the file type – Audio (or MP3, FLAC, WAV depending on the formats).
5. Start the scan and wait for the results.
6. Select the tracks you find and restore them to your PC, then transfer them back to your phone.

Important: Don't save the recovered files to the same disk you're recovering them from, which can lead to overwriting the undeleted data.

Charge your phone at least 50 times%|Use the original cable USB|Deactivate “Debugging by” USB» developer-setting|Do not connect your phone to other devices during scanning|Select a deep scan (it takes longer, but finds more files)-->

⚠️ Note: If the Xiaomi phone is not defined on the PC as a removable disk, turn on the mode MTP in settings: Settings → Additionally. → Developer parameters → Configuration USB → MTP. If there is no “Developer Options” item, activate it by clicking 7 times on the Version. MIUI under the heading “On the telephone».

4.Recovery from microSD memory card

If the music was stored on a memory card, the chances of recovery are higher than with internal memory, microSD cards are less likely to be fragmented, and deleted files remain intact longer.

1. Remove the card from your phone and connect it to your PC via a card reader (don’t use your phone as an intermediary!).
2. Run a recovery program (e.g. PhotoRec – it’s free and works without installation).
3. Select the memory card as the target disk.
4. Specify the file format:.mp3,.m4a,.flac, etc.
5. Start the scan. It can take hours.

Tip: If the memory card has been formatted, use Deep Scan mode – it looks for files by signatures, not by file system.

If the memory card is physically damaged (undetected, it gives errors), do not try to restore the data yourself - contact the service center.

5. Use of root rights and specialized utilities

If standard methods didn't work, and music was critical, you can try root-access deep recovery, which is suitable for advanced users, as it requires unlocking the bootloader and obtaining superuser rights.

Advantages of the method:

• 🔍 Access to system partitions that standard programs do not see».
• 🔄 Recover files deleted months ago (unless sectors are overwritten).
• 📁 Working with raw memory sections.

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ Risk of damage to the system (if the wrong actions the phone may stop turning on).
• 🔒 Loss of warranty (unlocking the bootloader resets it).
• ⏳ Prolonged process (may take several days).

If you are willing to take a risk, follow the instructions:

⚠️ Note: On new Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12, Xiaomi 13) unlocking the bootloader can result in a 72-hour lock on your Mi Account.

6. Contact the Xiaomi Service Center

If the music was critical (such as unique recordings or unsaved projects) and all of the self-repair efforts failed, you can contact Xiaomi’s official service center, and they have specialized equipment to extract data even from damaged drives.

What you need to know before your visit:

• 📋 Bring a check or a warranty card (if the phone is guaranteed).
• 🔒 Be prepared to provide proof of device ownership (you may need to unlock your Mi Account).
• 💰 The cost of the service starts from 3 000 rubles (depending on the complexity and model of the phone).
• ⏳ Recovery period – from 1 to 5 working days.

Official Xiaomi service centers in Russia and CIS can be found on the website mi.com/ru/service. Check by phone before visiting whether they are engaged in data recovery – not all centers provide this service.

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If the music was recorded in.amr or.awb (voice notes), the chances of recovery are higher – these files are often saved in separate memory sections and are less likely to be overwritten.

7 How to Prevent Loss of Music in the Future

The best way to combat data loss is to prevent it, and here are some proven methods to help avoid repeat incidents:

• ☁️ Automatic Cloud Sync: Set up music downloads to Mi Cloud, Google Drive or Yandex.Disk. Even if the phone breaks, the files will remain safe.
• 💾 Backups to PC: Once a month, copy music to your computer or external hard drive.
• 📁 Use a separate folder: Store music in one folder (like Music on a memory card) rather than scattering it all over your phone.
• 🔄 Turn off automatic cleaning: In settings MIUI Turn off the Auto Clean option in the Storage section – it can delete rarely used files.
• 🛡️ Install a reliable file manager: Applications like MiXplorer or Solid Explorer have their own shopping cart and protection against accidental deletion.

If you work with music frequently (for example, recording tracks or editing them), consider buying an external one. SSD-A phone adapter with a storage device, modern models (e.g. Samsung) T7 Shield is compact, reliable and allows you to store hundreds of gigabytes of data.

FAQ: Frequent questions about restoring music on Xiaomi