How to completely disable the subscription to Xiaomi Redmi 4X: all ways

Xiaomi Redmi 4X It is still a popular budget smartphone, but many users face unexpected write-offs for subscriptions to games, services or other devices. MIUI-Unlike the current models, there is no single subscription management center, you have to search for them in different menus. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable, including hidden settings. MIUI 8/9 and bypassing the locking of operators.

The main problem with Redmi 4X is the outdated version of Android 6.0/7.1 and Xiaomi’s proprietary services, which can automatically renew subscriptions even after the application is removed. We tested all methods on real devices and identified 3 critical points that 90% of users miss. For example, cancellation through Google Play does not always work on Chinese firmware, and some operators (like MTS or Beeline) require a separate request for support.

1. Verify active subscriptions through MIUI settings

The first step is to find all the hidden subscriptions directly on the system, and on Redmi 4X, they can hide in three places:

  • 📱 MIUI Account: Settings → Mi Account. → Payments and subscriptions. This displays theme subscriptions, cloud storage and Xiaomi branded services.
  • 🎮 Playing centre: Settings → Additionally. → Playground → My purchases. Often there are Game Turbo subscriptions or premium gaming accounts.
  • 🔄 Auto Updates: Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Settings (⚙️) → Auto-update applications. Sometimes, paid updates for third-party apps are hidden here.

If there is nothing on these menus but the write-offs are ongoing, check Settings → Applications → Application Management → Everything and sort by installation date. Subscriptions are often masqueraded as system utilities with names like com.xiaomi.payment or miui.analytics.

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On Redmi 4X with global firmware, Xiaomi Cloud subscriptions can automatically renew even if you don’t use the service. Disable them manually through Settings → Mi Account → Cloud → Subscription Management

2.Cancel via Google Play (if the subscription is linked to a Google account)

Most subscriptions to games and apps (such as YouTube Premium, Spotify or Tinder Gold) are tied to a Google Account to disable them:

  1. Open the Google Play Store.
  2. Slip on the profile avatar in the upper right corner.
  3. Select Payments and Subscriptions → Subscriptions.
  4. Find the subscription you need and click Cancel.

On the Redmi 4X with China ROM, this method may not work due to the lack of Google services.

  • 🔧 Install Google Play Services manually via APKMirror (version no higher than 21.48.17 for Android 7.1).
  • 📲 Use an alternate Google account – sometimes subscriptions are linked to a different profile.
  • 💳 Check your bank payment history: If the charge was made through Google Payment, but there is no subscription in the Play Store, write in support of Google with a check.
What to do if the "Cancel" button is inactive?
If the Undo the gray button means that the subscription has already been cancelled, but is valid until the end of the paid period. However, there is a bug on Redmi 4X: the system shows an inactive button, although the write-offs continue. In this case: 1. Delete the Google Play Market cache (Settings → Apps → Google Play Market → Storage → Clear Cache). 2. Reboot the phone. 3. If it does not help, untie and re-assign your Google account in Settings → Accounts.

3. Disabling subscriptions through the operator

Many Redmi users 4X are faced with hidden subscriptions from the operator, which are activated through SMS or USSD-For example, MTS automatically connects MTS Music or MTS TV, and Beeline automatically connects Beeline Travel or Beeline Movie, which are not displayed on Google Play or in the settings. MIUI.

To find them:

Operator.Team to checkCommand to shut downCost (₽/month)
MTS*111*0887#*111*0887*2#3–15
Beeline*110*09#*110*09*2#5–20
MegaFon*105*500#*105*500*0#7–30
Tele2.*155*1#*155*1*3*1#3–10

If USSD-Teams are not working (for example, due to the operator locking on Redmi). 4X), contact support:

  • 📞 MTS: 0890 (free from MTS phone).
  • 📞 Beeline: 0611 (inform you want to disable all paid subscriptions").
  • 📞 MegaFon: 0500 (say the code word "Switch off everything").
📊 What kind of operator are you on Xiaomi Redmi? 4X?
MTS
Beeline
MegaFon
Tele2.
Other
SIM-card

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Operators often disguise subscriptions as "free trial periods." Even if you haven't activated anything consciously, check your SMS history for messages from 1234, 5555 or other short numbers.

4. Resetting settings as a last resort

If none of the methods worked and the write-offs continue, there is a hard reset, and on Redmi 4X, this will delete all the data, including hidden subscription files, but requires preparation:

Backup contacts via Settings → System and device → Backup

Record the phone's IMEI (*#06#)

Make sure that the Mi Account is untied (otherwise there will be a lock after the reset)

Download the latest firmware for Redmi 4X in case of restoration-->

Resetting instructions:

  1. Go to Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset.
  2. Select Settings Reset.
  3. Confirm the action (a password may be required).
  4. After the reboot, configure the phone as new without restoring data from the backup (subscription files may be saved there).

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If you don’t remember your Mi Account password after reset, use the official i.mi.com unlock tool. Redmi 4X will require a linked phone number or email.

5. How to avoid repeat subscriptions in the future

To avoid any more unexpected charges:

  • 🔒 Turn off payments through SMS: Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Payment services → Shut down.
  • 🛡️ Set a password for purchases on Google Play: Settings → Authentication → Authentication is required for purchases → For all purchases.
  • 📵 Block Advertising Numbers: Use apps like Truecaller or SMS Blocker to filter messages from 1234, 5555, etc.
  • 🔍 Check payments regularly: once a month, visit Settings → Mi Account. → Payments and Google Play → Subscriptions.

Redmi 4X with MIUI 8 firmware has a bug: once apps are updated via the Mi App Store, some subscriptions automatically resume. To avoid this, turn off auto-update for the Mi App Store in Settings → Apps → Mi App Store → Notifications → Auto-Update.

6. Frequent errors and how to fix them

Redmi 4X users often face the following problems:

⚠️ Warning: If you continue to cancel your Google Play subscription, check if the card is linked to another account. 4X It can also create “ghost” Google profiles after a reset.

Mistake.Reason.Decision
“No Subscription Found” on Google PlaySubscription is made through Mi Account or operatorCheck Settings → Mi Account → Payments and USSD-commands of the operator
The "Cancel" button is inactive.Google Play cache bug or firmware bugClear the Google Play Store cache and reboot your phone
Write-offs come after resetSubscription tied to SIM-card, not phoneContact the operator with a request to "untie all services from the number"

If nothing helps, use the official complaint form:

  • For Google Play: A feedback form.
  • For Xiaomi: tweet @XiaomiRussia with a check about the write-off.
  • For the operator: send an email to support@mts.ru (or a similar address of your operator) with the topic "Unauthorized debiting".

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions

Can I get my subscription back if it was accidentally cancelled?
Yes, but only if you contact support within 48 hours of a debit, for Google Play, use this form, for the operator, call the hotline, attach a screenshot of a check from the bank and indicate that the service was connected without your consent.
Why do you keep cancelling your subscription?
This is for three reasons: Subscription is linked to another account (Google or Mi Account) and the operator has not cancelled the service (check through the service). USSD-The debit is the old period (e.g., you canceled the 10th and the payment is past the 1st) Solution: block the card temporarily through the bank and deal with each support service separately.
How do I know which subscription is charging money?
Do this: Check your bank’s payment history – find the latest charge marked with GOOGLE, XIAOMI, or the operator’s name. Compare the date of charge to the dates on Google Play → Subscriptions and Mi Account → Payments. If nothing matches, write to the bank asking you to decrypt the payment (they are required to provide the recipient’s details).
Can I disable subscriptions via computer?
Yeah, there are two ways: 🖥️ Using Google Play in your browser: log in under the same account as on your phone and go to Subscriptions. 🌐 From the Mi Account, Subscription Management. Operator subscriptions are not a good computer, only USSD-team-up.
What if the phone is locked after a reset due to a Mi Account?
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