Where to save the records of calls to Xiaomi Redmi: all possible storage locations

Have you turned on a call recording on your Xiaomi Redmi but can’t find the file? Or want to check if the automatic records are saved to the cloud? In this article, we’ll take a look at all the possible locations for storing call records on Redmi smartphones, from standard folders in the device’s memory to hidden directories of third-party applications.

The problem with finding records often arises because of the fact that MIUI It uses non-obvious storage paths and can redirect files depending on the firmware version, phone model and settings of the Phone app.+ s MIUI 15 records are saved in one place by default, and on Redmi 10C s MIUI 13 in another, and if you use third-party recording apps (like Cube Call Recorder or something like that) ACR), Files can be in completely unexpected folders.

Not only will we list all possible locations, but we will also explain how to change the save location, why records may disappear, and what to do if files are not played. At the end of the article, we will provide an FAQ with answers to the most frequent questions of Xiaomi Redmi users.

Standard place to save records in MIUI

By default, the Phone app in MIUI stores call records to the device's internal memory. The path depends on the firmware version:

• 📁 MIUI 12–14: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/
• 📁 MIUI 15: /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/ (global version)
• 📁 Chinese firmware: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/voice_recorder/call/

Record files are formatted.m4a (AAC) or.amr and named by template: call_[date [time] [number] [number].m4a. For example: call_20260515_143022_+79123456789.m4a.

⚠️ Note: If you connect your phone to your computer MTP (Media Transfer Protocol and have not seen the folder MIUI or Recordings, check the settings for displaying hidden files in Explorer Windows/macOS. V MIUI These folders are not hidden, but some file managers (such as Total Commander) may ignore them.

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To quickly find records, open the Files app on Redmi, go to Audio and sort files by date of creation. Call records will usually be at the top of the list.

Cloud entries: Xiaomi Cloud and Google Drive

If your Redmi is synced to Xiaomi Cloud, call records can automatically be uploaded to the cloud, but only if two conditions are met:

1. In the settings of the application "Phone" activated option Autoupload records to the cloud (available not on all firmware).
2. You have enough space in Xiaomi Cloud (free 5GB).

To check the records in the cloud:

1. Open Settings → Xiaomi Cloud → Device → [your Redmi name].
2. Select the Call Records section (if any).
3. Or go to i.mi.com → Cloud Storage → Other files.

⚠️ Attention: Starting with MIUI 14, Xiaomi has restricted the automatic uploading of call records to the cloud for users in the EU and some other regions due to privacy laws (GDPR). If you have a global firmware, this functionality can be disabled.

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Alternatively, Google Drive, some users set up automatic download of the record folder through the Google Drive app:

• 🔄 Open Google Drive → Settings → Backup.
• 📂 Select a folder. /Recordings/Call/ or /MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/.
• ☁️ Enable the option of autoboot over Wi-Fi.

Third-party applications for writing: where to look for files

If you are using third-party programs (such as Cube Call Recorder ACR, Call Recorder by Lovakara or Truecaller), the ways of saving will be different.

🔍 How to find files:

1. Open the file manager (e.g. Files by Google or the standard Files app on Redmi).
2. Enable the display of hidden folders (in the manager settings).
3. Use the search for keywords: call, record, recording.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. Cube) ACR) They can save the recordings in encrypted form, and to listen to them, you need to use the built-in player of the same application, and trying to open the file through a standard player will lead to an error.

Open the write app settings | Check the "Storage" or "Save folder" | Make sure the record is enabled for incoming/outgoing | Check the permissions to access memory-->

Why Call Records Are Lost or Not Saved

If you have enabled a record but the files are not in the expected folder, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🚫 Lack of permission to record: In Android 10+ Applications need separate permission to record sound. → Annexes → Permits → Microphone.
• 🔋 Optimizing the battery: MIUI aggressively closes the background processes. Add the write app to the exceptions: → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications → [select the application] → No restrictions.
• 📱 Firmware limitations: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+) Call recording is blocked at the core level due to the laws of the countries of sale (India, EU).
• 🗑️ Autoclean: Phone App Settings may include the option to Delete Records Over 30 Days.

On Redmi with firmware for India (marked "IN" in the model number), recording calls through a standard application is impossible due to local laws, in which case only third-party software with a voice-activated recording function (for example, Boldbeast Call Recorder) will help.

🛠️ How to Recover Missing Records:

1. Check the /storage/emulated/0/Recycle/ folder – sometimes the files get to the bin.
2. Use data recovery software (DiskDigger, Recuva), but only if no more than 2-3 days have passed since the deletion.
3. Check backups in Google Drive or Xiaomi Cloud (if sync was enabled).

How to Change the Place of Records Saving

By default, MIUI does not allow you to select an arbitrary folder for records, but there are workarounds:

Method 1: Symbolic link (for advanced users)

If you have root access, you can create a symbolic link to another folder (for example, to the SD-map):

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ln -s /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call /storage/EXTERNAL_SD/CallRecordings

After that, all new records will be duplicated on the memory card.

Method 2: Automatically move through Tasker

With the Tasker app, you can configure a task that will move files from a standard folder to any other:

1. Create a task with a trigger File created (indicate the path /Recordings/Call/).
2. Add the action Move the file to the desired folder.
3. Launch the task.

Method 3: Use third-party software

Applications like Cube ACR or Call Recorder by Lovakara let you select the save folder in the settings:

• 📌 Open the application settings.
• 📂 Go to the Storage or Records folder section.
• 🔄 Choose. SD-map.

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You can't change the save location through standard MIUI settings. Use either root methods or third-party applications with flexible settings.

How to Enable Call Recordings on Xiaomi Redmi

If you haven’t tried recording conversations yet, here’s a step-by-step guide for the standard Phone app:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right → Settings.
3. Select the Recording of Conversations (or Call Recording in English).
4. Turn on the option to Record automatically or select Record manually.
5. Tell me which calls to record: 📞 Incoming 📱 Outgoing 🔄 All calls.

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 Pro) 5G For the European market, the call recording option may be hidden due to legal restrictions:

• Install Cube Call Recorder ACR from Google Play.
• In the application settings, select the VOIP recording method or Loud Communication.
• Provide all necessary permissions (microphone, access to calls).

📌 Important: In Android 12+ Google has tightened its audio recording rules, and some apps may require permission to access notifications (to track the start of a call) and special rights (for example, a new Google application, android.permission.CAPTURE_AUDIO_OUTPUT, which is not available for regular applications).

Listening and recording management

To listen to or manage the recordings:

Method 1: Using the "Phone" application

1. Open the phone. → Journal.
2. Find a contact or number with a record (marked with an icon) 🎤).
3. Click on the record → the built-in player will open.

Method 2: Through the File Manager

1. Open the files. → Audio.
2. Find the folder with records (see the section "Standard place of saving").
3. Click on the file → select the player.

Method 3: Export and editing

For the trimming or conversion of records:

• 🎛️ Use Lexis Audio Editor (for trimming).
• 🔄 AudioConverter (to change the format in the MP3).
• ☁️ Google Drive (for sharing).

🔍 Tip: If the recording is too long, you can speed up playback 1.5-2 times through the player VLC (Option Reproduction Speed).

FAQ: Frequent questions about call records on Xiaomi Redmi