Xiaomi’s MIUI or HyperOS smartphones often come with pre-installed services that may cause questions for users, including the integration of Yandex’s number detector, which is designed to protect against spam and fraud, but not all users need to constantly identify incoming calls through a third-party service.
There are several reasons why Android device owners choose to deactivate this option: Some people want maximum privacy, others prefer to use alternative databases or standard Google features. Either way, the process of disabling is simple, but requires understanding where the relevant switches in the system are hiding.
In this article, we will discuss in detail all the available ways to remove the Yandex number detector on the Xiaomi phone. We will look at the settings of the application itself, system permissions and methods for completely removing the service if built-in tools are impossible to do.
Why users refuse the built-in determinant
The integration of Yandex services into Xiaomi firmware is the result of a partnership agreement that benefits both parties. For the user, this means having a ready-made spam control tool out of the box. However, automatic activation often occurs without the explicit consent of the smartphone owner, which violates the principles of personalization of the device.
Many users note that the detector may not work correctly or detect late numbers. In addition, the app's constant access to the call log and contacts is a concern for digital hygiene watchers. Collecting call data to update the database can be redundant for those who rarely take calls from unknown numbers.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling the number detector will deprive you of automatic warning of potential scammers.
The impact on autonomy is also worth considering: Background work, constant reconciliation of numbers with the database and updating lists can consume battery power, albeit in small amounts. For older Xiaomi models, every percentage of charge and megabytes of RAM matter.
Disconnection through the settings of the Yandex application with numbers
The most correct and safe way to deactivate is to use the standard settings of the application itself. On most Xiaomi smartphones, the service is integrated as a system component or a pre-installed application called Yandex with numbers or Yandex. This method allows you to save the application on the phone in case of need, but completely stops its definition functionality.
First, you need to find an app icon in the menu or through a search. The interface may vary depending on the version of the MIUI firmware and the version of the application itself. Usually, you just need to open the program, click on the profile avatar or menu button to get into the settings section, and here we are interested in the block associated with the definition of numbers or Caller ID.
- 📱 Open the Yandex or Yandex with numbers app on the home screen.
- ⚙️ Go to the Settings section, often hidden under the gear icon or in the profile menu.
- 📞 Find the item "number determiner" or "number identification».
- 🚫 Turn the switch to the "off" position».
Once you do this, the system will stop asking for incoming calls to be identified through Yandex servers. It's important to note that the changes take effect instantly. If you don't find one, you may have deeper integration in your firmware version, and you need a system approach through your phone's settings.
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If the switch in the app is inactive (gray), try first to disable access to contacts in the Android settings, then turn off the detector, and return access back.
Configure system resolutions in MIUI and HyperOS
MIUI shells and the new HyperOS have strict permission management systems, and even if an application is installed, it won’t be able to identify numbers without the right access, and restricting those rights is an effective way to put the function to sleep without removing the application itself.
You'll need to go to the general settings of your smartphone. The path may vary, but the logic remains the same for all Xiaomi devices. You need to find the section responsible for managing applications and select a specific Yandex service. Here are the key switches that govern how the program interacts with the phone.
Note the following permissions that are critical to the function of the determinant:
- 📞 Phone: Access to device status and call log.
- 👥 Contacts: Access to the contact list for reconciliation.
- 🔔 Notifications: the ability to display plaques with the name of the caller.
If you turn off the permission to access the Phone or the Call log, you're guaranteed to stop the detector. Android just won't give the app the call incoming data. It's a more radical method than in-app tuning, but it works seamlessly.
☑️ Checking of annex permits
Management through standard Xiaomi call
In some firmware versions, integration is done at the level of the standard Phone application, in which case the number settings can be duplicated or controlled directly from the dialing interface, which is especially true for models that use the Google Dialer engine with add-ons from partners.
Open the Phone app (green handset). Click on the three dots in the upper right corner or go to the call settings. The options list should look for items that contain the words "Determinator", "Caller ID" or "Identification." If it indicates the Yandex provider, you can change it to "Google" or completely disable it.
Sometimes users are faced with a situation where, after updating the firmware, the settings are reset, in which case the algorithm of actions is repeated: checking the call, checking the individual application and checking the system permissions.
⚠️ Note: When disabling system detectors, make sure you have Google Spam Protection enabled if you don’t want to see unnecessary notifications but want to stay protected.
Comparison of disconnection methods and their consequences
The choice of deactivation depends on your goals: whether you want to simply temporarily remove the function or completely get rid of the service. Each method has its own characteristics that affect the operation of the smartphone as a whole.
| Method | Difficulty | Impact on the battery | Maintaining the base |
|---|---|---|---|
| Settings in the appendix | Low. | Minimum | It's still there. |
| Restriction of Rights (MIUI) | Medium | Middle (background) | It's still there. |
| Removal of updates | Medium | Low. | Reset |
| Complete removal (ADB) | Tall. | Absent. | Removed. |
As you can see from the table, simply switching the switch is the most gentle option, it does not violate the integrity of the system and allows you to return at any time, while removing it requires deeper intervention and can affect the stability of other ecosystem services, if they are tied to shared libraries.
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The best solution for 90% of users is to disable the feature through the settings of the application itself without removing it.
Radical measures: removal and ADB-team
If standard methods don’t help or you want to completely clean the system of excess software, you can resort to removal. On Xiaomi, system applications often can not be removed by simply pressing a button in the menu. ADB (Android Debug Bridge).
This method is only suitable for advanced users. Incorrect removal of system components can lead to unstable operation of the smartphone or even bootloop (cyclical reboot).Be sure to back up important data before starting any manipulations.
The process is as follows:
- Enable debugging over USB in the “Developers” section.
- Connect your phone to your PC and install ADB drivers.
- Enter the command to search for the package: adb shell pm list packages | grep yandex.
- Find the name of the determinant packet (often containing an id, caller, or phone).
- Use the command to delete for the current user:
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.yandex.calleridIt is important to know the exact name of the package for your Xiaomi model, as it may vary depending on the firmware region (Global, China, EEA). Once the command is completed, the application will disappear from the menu and stop loading with the system.