How to set up a recording of conversations on Android Xiaomi: all ways 2026

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for saving important conversations, interviews or evidence in controversial situations. However, in recent versions of MIUI (especially on models for the European market), this option is often hidden or disabled due to legal restrictions. In this article, we will discuss all working ways to activate recordings, from embedded tools to third-party applications, including bypassing locks on Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13 and other devices from 2022-2026.

It is important to understand that the legislation of many countries (including Russia, the EU and the United States) requires that the interlocutor be notified of the recording of the conversation. Otherwise, the audio file will not have legal force. We do not call for breaking laws - the article is purely technical. If you need the recording for judicial purposes, consult a lawyer about the rules for recording evidence in your country.

Why is there no call record button on Xiaomi?

Since 2021, Xiaomi has been gradually removing the recording feature from MIUI firmware for devices sold in Europe and some Asian countries.

• 📜 Legal requirements: in the EU, recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor is considered a violation GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).
• 🔒 Google Play: From 2022, applications for hidden recording of calls are removed from the store as violating privacy rules.
• 🛠️ Technical limitations of Android 12+: New versions of the OS block the access of applications to the audio stream during a call.

However, the recording is still available on some models (e.g. Xiaomi 11T or Redmi 10 with global firmware) or can be activated via hidden settings.

Method 1: Built-in call recording in MIUI (for supported models)

If your Xiaomi Released smartphone is up to 2022 or runs on firmware for India/China, try the standard method:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Dial the number and start the call.
3. When you talk, click on the Record button, if you don't have a microphone icon, then move on to the next method.
4. After the call is completed, the record will remain in the folder. MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec (Check through the files. → Internal storage).

⚠️ Attention: On models with MIUI 13/14 global (EEA) The recording button may not be available even if technically possible, and changing the firmware region will help (see section on changing the region).

Method 2: Hidden activation via engineering menu (for advanced)

On some Xiaomi devices (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro+ or POCO F4), the recording of calls is hidden in the engineering menu.

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##6484## (some models run #64663###).
2. Select Audio → Call Record → Normal Record.
3. Activate the Enable Call Record option (enable call recording).
4. Save the settings and restart the phone.

After that, a recording button should appear in the standard Phone app, and if the menu doesn't open, your model doesn't support this method.

Method 3: Recording via ADB (for Android 10–14)

If the built-in methods do not work, you can turn on the record through ADB (Android Debug Bridge.This method is suitable for most Xiaomi devices on the Internet. MIUI 12-14, but requires a computer and USB-cable.

Instructions:

1. Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Click 7 times on MIUI until the notification “You’ve become a developer” appears.

USB debugging

Settings → Additional → For Developers

ADB-driver

platform-tools

adb shell


settings put global force_call_recorder true




settings put global call_recorder_app com.android.server.telecom

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with Android 13/14 This method may not work because of Google's limitations, so try an alternative command:

adb shell cmd phone call-record enable

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If ADB does not recognize the device, try reinstalling drivers manually through Windows Device Manager (select "Install driver from list" → "ADB Interface").

Method 4: Third-party applications for recording calls

If the built-in methods don't work, you'll have to use third-party software, and the best options for Xiaomi in 2026 are:

For installation:

1. Download. APK-file from an official website (e.g. Cube) ACR Not available in Google Play).
2. Allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install unknown applications.
3. Launch the application and provide all the permissions requested (microphone, access to calls, auto-start).
4. In the application settings, select the write format (.mp3 or.amr) and the folder to save.

Important: On Android 12+, apps without root can only record your voice (not the person you are talking to), and both sides will require root access or firmware.

Method 5: Change the firmware region to unlock the record

If your Xiaomi is originally designed for the European market (the EEA designation in the model number), call recording can be blocked at the firmware level.

Instructions:

1. Install the MIUI Region Changer application (unlocked bootloader required!).
2. Download the firmware for your model from the IN region (India) from the Xiaomi Firmware Updater website.
3. Using TWRP or Fastboot, run the firmware (without data cleansing!).
4. After restarting, check for the recording button in the Phone app.

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Changing the firmware region is the most reliable way to return the embedded record, but it is only suitable for advanced users, and beginners are recommended to use third-party applications (for example, Cube ACR).

Where are the phone records for Xiaomi stored?

Depending on the recording method, files are saved in different folders:

To open the folder:

1. Use the built-in File Manager (the folder icon on the desktop).
2. Or connect your phone to your PC and find the folder through This Computer → [Device Name] → Internal Drive.

If there are no records in the expected folder:

• 🔍 Check the recording app settings (a different path may be specified).
• 🗑️ Make sure files are not hidden (enable the display of hidden folders in the file manager).
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes records appear after a reboot.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls to Xiaomi