Where to write conversations on Xiaomi: search for files in memory, cloud and system folders

Have you turned on a conversation record on your Xiaomi, but now you can't find the file? Or do you suspect someone is recording hidden on your device? In Redmi, POCO and Mi smartphones, audio files with conversations can be stored in different places, from obvious folders to hidden system directories. Where to look depends on the version of MIUI, the phone model and the recording method.

In this article, we’ll look at all possible locations for recording, from the standard Dictaphone app to third-party programs like Cube Call Recorder, learn how to find files manually through Explorer, where to look for them in the Mi Cloud, and what to do if the Suddenly records have disappeared, and how to check if a conversation is being recorded in the background without your knowledge.

Standard storage locations for MIUI records

If you used the built-in voice recorder app (Mic icon) or the conversation recorder feature in the standard Phone app, the files should be in one of these folders:

• 📁 Internal memory: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/ or /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/
• 📁 SD-map (if selected as a place of preservation): /storage/XXXX-XXXX/MIUI/sound_recorder/ (where XXXX — ID your card)
• 🔍 Records folder in the gallery: sometimes MIUI Automatically creates an album with audio files

On newer versions of MIUI 14+, the path may be different, for example, on Xiaomi 13 Pro or Redmi Note 12, the default entries are saved to /storage/emulated/0/Android/media/com.miui.soundrecorder/. To know exactly the path:

1. Open the Dictaphone app
2. Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings
3. Select a Preservation Site – the current path will be indicated here.

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If the folder is not displayed in Explorer, turn on the display of hidden files: in Xiaomi Files, click on three lines → Settings → Show hidden files.

Important: on some models (for example, POCO F5), the recordings of conversations from the Phone application are stored separately from the dictaphone recordings - in the /storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/ folder. If you do not find files, check both locations.

How to find records in the cloud Mi Cloud

If the voice recorder or the Phone app had cloud sync enabled, the records could be automatically uploaded to Mi Cloud to find them:

1. Open the Mi Cloud app (or go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud)
2. Sign in with the same account that is linked to the phone
3. Select the Records section or Recorder (the name may vary)
4. Check the Call Recordings folder – here are the records of conversations

Note that the free version of the Mi Cloud only provides 5GB of space, and if the limit is exhausted, new records may not sync, and some models (such as the Redmi 10C) do not automatically upload conversation records to the cloud, only manually.

On models with MIUI Global (e.g., the European versions of Xiaomi 12T), the cloud recording sync function can be disabled by default due to GDPR limitations. To activate it, go to Settings → Additional → Privacy → Permits for Mi Cloud and enable microphone and storage access.

Search for records from third-party applications

If you're using third-party programs like Cube Call Recorder, ACR, or Boldbeast, files can be stored in completely different folders.

• 🎤 Cube Call Recorder: /storage/emulated/0/CubeBackup/ or /storage/emulated/0/CallRecorder/
• 📞 ACR (Another Call Recorder): /storage/emulated/0/ACR/
• 🔊 Boldbeast Call Recorder: /storage/emulated/0/Boldbeast Recorder/
• 📱 Truecaller (if recording is enabled): /storage/emulated/0/Truecaller/Recordings/

Some applications (e.g. Boldbeast) allow you to choose the save format:.mp3,.amr or.wav. If you do not remember which format you used, turn on the display of file extensions in the Explorer: in Xiaomi Files, click on three dots → Settings → Show file extensions.

⚠️ Note: Apps to record conversations from Google Play (e.g., Google Play, ACR) It may not work with new Xiaomi models. MIUI 14 due to Android 13 restrictions+. In this case, manual installation will be required. APK from the official website of the developer.

If you have deleted the app but the records are still there, you can find them through a file manager search.

1. Click on the magnifying glass in the upper right corner
2. Type:audio (to search for all audio files)
3. Sort by date of change to find fresh records

Hidden Records: How to Find Files That Are Not Displayed

Sometimes, conversation records are stored in hidden system folders or under different names.

1. Check the cache folder: /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.miui.soundrecorder/cache/ – temporary records files may be stored here.
2. Look for files with the.amr extension: Many apps save entries in this format, but it doesn’t always show up in the gallery.
3. Check the root directory: some versions MIUI keep the records straight to /storage/emulated/0/ name-named rec_20260515_123456.amr.

For deep search, use a file manager with root permissions (such as Solid Explorer or FX File Explorer).

• 🔍 Displaying hidden files
• 🔍 Display of system files
• 🔍 Search for content (if supported)

If you suspect someone is recording a hidden recording on your phone, check:

• 📱 Working processes: C Settings → Annexes → Look for suspicious services like com.android.recorder.
• 🔋 Battery consumption: unexpected microphone consumption (checked in Settings) → Battery → Battery utilization).
• 📡 Network activity: hidden recording applications often transmit data over the Internet.

What to do if records are gone or not saved

If you have been recording but the file did not appear in the expected folder, check the following points:

There is no space on the disk (minimum 50 MB required)

The application did not have rights to write (check in Settings → Applications → Permissions)

The file is saved in a different format (e.g..m4a instead of.mp3).

Recording is interrupted due to an incoming call or notification

In the application settings, automatic deletion of old files is enabled-->

On some models (e.g. Xiaomi 11T Pro), recordings may not be saved due to a conflict with Screen Recording, and if it was enabled during a call, the system may block audio storage.

1. Turn off screen recording in the notification curtain
2. Restart the application Dictator or Phone
3. Repeat the recording.

⚠️ Attention: On devices with MIUI For example, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ 5G) The call recording feature may be disabled by default due to local law, and it will require a change of firmware region to Global or to activate it. EEA.

If files are missing after the MIUI update, try recovering them via the Mi PC Suite:

1. Connect the phone to the computer
2. Start Mi PC Suite (you can download from the official website)
3. Select Data Recovery → Audio Files
4. Specify a folder to scan (e.g. /storage/emulated/0/)

Note that recovery is possible only if files have not been overwritten with new data. On devices with an F2FS file system (for example, Xiaomi 12S Ultra), the chances of recovery are lower than on ext4.

How to Change the Default Records Saving Place

If you don't like the standard record folder, you can change it.

In the standard MIUI recorder:

1. Open the Dictaphone app
2. Press three points. → Settings
3. Select a Retention Site
4. Specify a new folder (internal memory or SD-map)

On Cube Call Recorder:

1. Open the app → Click on three lines in the upper left corner
2. Select Settings → Record folder
3. Specify the path (e.g. /storage/emulated/0/Download/CallRecords/)

On some firmware (for example, MIUI 13 on Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G) choice SD-The card as a place of preservation may appear error "Inadequate rights:

1. Remove the SD-card


2. Connect the phone to the PC




3. format the card in FAT32 (not exFAT!)




4.Put the card back in and reset the settings

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If you choose SD-card to store records, disable Adaptive Memory in the storage settings. It can automatically transfer files back to internal memory.

Security: How to Protect Records from Unauthorized People

Records of conversations may contain sensitive information, so they should be protected.

• 🔒 Folder Encryption: Use applications like Folder Lock or AppLock to block access to the folder with records.
• 🌐 Upload to a secure cloud: instead of Mi Cloud, use Proton Drive or Tresorit with end-to-end encryption.
• 📱 Hiding the application: in Settings → Annexes → Hidden applications can hide the recorder from prying eyes.
• 🔑 Two-factor authentication: Enable 2FA For your Mi Cloud account, if you sync your records.

On devices with MIUI 14 and later, you can configure private storage for records:

1. Go to Settings → Privacy → Private Storage
2. Add a folder with records (e.g. /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/)
3. Set a password or fingerprint to access

⚠️ Note: In some countries (e.g. the EU), recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may violate privacy laws.

If you're handing over your phone for repair or selling it, be sure to delete all the records.

1. Transfer important files to another medium
2. Format internal memory through Settings → Memory → Clean storage → Formatting
3. For complete cleaning, use Reset to factory settings (but remember that this will delete all data)

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi conversation records