How to completely disable or remove the Kion app from MTS on Xiaomi phone: all working ways

MTS’s Kion app is installed on many Xiaomi smartphones by default — especially if the device was bought from an operator or as part of promotional offers. For some users, the service becomes a useful tool for watching movies and TV shows, for others, an annoying system unit that cannot be removed by standard methods. The problem is compounded by the fact that Kion consumes traffic in the background, sends notifications and can conflict with other streaming platforms.

In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to disable Kion on Xiaomi – from simple hiding the icon to complete removal through the app. ADB (circumvention MIUI). We will pay special attention to the nuances for different versions of the firmware (from MIUI 12 to HyperOS) and smartphone models (e.g. Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5). If you are tired of annoying notifications or want to make room in your memory, read on.

Why can’t Kion be removed in the standard way?

The Kion app is a system service that Xiaomi integrates into the firmware by agreement with partners (in this case, MTS).

  • 🔒 Protected from removal - in the Settings menu → The Remove button applications are inactive.
  • 📱 Built into system image – application files are stored in the section /system/priv-app, blocked.
  • 🔄 Automatically updates – even after disconnection, it can be restored via Google Play or background services MIUI.
  • 📡 Consumes resources – works in the background, sends analytics and can spend mobile traffic.

On some models (such as the Xiaomi 13T or Redmi A2), the Kion can be tied to Google or MIUI Account services, making it even more difficult to deactivate, but there are workarounds ranging from simply disabling notifications to deep-seating system tampering.

⚠️ Warning: Complete removal of system applications can lead to unstable smartphone operation or loss of warranty.If you are not sure about your actions, use disabling methods without deleting files.

Method 1: Disabling notifications and background activity

If you are annoyed only by notifications and background traffic consumption, you can restrict Kion rights without removing it.This method is safe and suitable for all Xiaomi models (including the POCO F5 and Redmi Note 11).

Instructions:

  1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
  2. Find Kion in the list (use search if there are many apps).
  3. Go to the Notifications section and turn off all switches.
  4. Go back and select Permissions – deny access to Camera, Microphone, Contacts and Warehouse.
  5. In the Data Use section, activate Limit background traffic.
  6. Click Battery → Consumption Management and select Limit.

These actions will not remove the app, but will minimize its activity.Kion will stop sending notifications, consuming mobile traffic and interfering with other programs.

Disable all notifications

Prohibit access to contacts and storage

Limit background traffic

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Method 2: Hiding the Kion icon from the home screen

If the application is not in use but you don’t want to delete it (for example, because you risk disrupting the system), you can simply hide its icon. This will not turn off the background processes, but visually clean the desktop.

How to hide the icon:

  • 📱 With a long tap on the Kion icon, call the context menu.
  • 🔄 Select Remove (this won’t remove the app, just remove the shortcut).
  • 🔍 If the icon is missing, but the application is still visible in the menu of all programs – use it. MIUI Launcher:
  1. Open the Settings. → Main screen screen.
  2. Choose Hide Apps.
  3. Mark Kion in the list and save the changes.

After that, the icon will disappear from the menu, but the application will remain in the system. To return it back, just go to Settings → Application Management and reset the launcher settings.

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If Kion continues to spend traffic after hiding the icon, check its activity in the Settings → Special features → Data Use section.

Method 3: Disconnect via MIUI Optimization (Hidden Setting)

MIUI 12-14 and HyperOS have a hidden MIUI Optimization feature that allows you to disable system applications without root rights. This method does not work on all models, but it is worth a try.

Step-by-step:

  1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
  2. Click on the MIUI version several times until you get a message: You are a developer!
  3. Return to the main settings menu and select Additional → For developers.
  4. Activate the MIUI Optimization switch (if not, skip this method).
  5. Now open Settings → Applications → Application Management → Kion.
  6. Click Disable (the button must be active).

If the Disconnect button doesn't appear, then your Xiaomi model doesn't support this method, so move on to more radical ways.

Redmi (Series Note, A, K)

POCO (F, X, M)

Xiaomi (series 11, 12, 13, 14)

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Method 4: Remove Kion via ADB (no root rights)

If previous methods failed, you can remove Kion completely using ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which does not require root access, but requires connecting the smartphone to a computer.

What you need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
  • 📱 USB-cable (preferably original).
  • 🔧 Installed drivers ADB Fastboot (you can download from Google website).
  • 🔐 Included debugging by USB smartphone.

Instructions:

  1. Enable Developer Mode (as in Method 3, Clause 2–3).
adb devices

If the device is determined (the serial number will appear), enter the command to remove Kion:

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.mts.kiontv

If the command is executed without errors, the application is removed for the current user.Reboot the smartphone so that the changes take effect.

⚠️ Note: On some HyperOS firmware, this command may return the error DELETE_FAILED_DEVICE_POLICY_MANAGER. Try the alternative command: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.mts.kiontv Method 5: If you have root access (for example, through Magisk), you can delete Kion permanently, including its updates and cache. This method is suitable for advanced users, as it requires working with system files. Install a root-enabled file manager (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer). /system/priv-app/KionTV or /system/app/KionTV (Delete the entire folder or rename it (e.g., in the KionTV_bak). Clear the cache and application data through Settings → Annexes → Kion.Reboot your smartphone. After that, Kion will disappear from the system and all associated processes will stop working. However, be careful: incorrect deletion of system files can lead to bootloop. If after manipulating system files Xiaomi does not load, try: 1. Log in Recovery Mode (click Power). + Volume up). 2. Select Wipe Cache Partition. 3. If it does not help - flash your smartphone through Fastboot with the official firmware from the Xiaomi website (instructions are on the forums 4PDA To choose the best way, compare all options on key parameters: Method Complexity Required PC Root Required Removed Completely Removed? Risk for the system Disabling notifications ⭐ ❌ No. ❌ No. ❌ No. ❌ No Hiding the icon ⭐ ❌ No. ❌ No. ❌ No. ❌ No. MIUI Optimization ⭐⭐ ❌ No. ❌ No. ❌ Partially. ⚠️ Low Removal through ADB ⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ❌ No. ✅ Yes, for the user) ⚠️ Medium root removal ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes. ✅ Yes (fully) ⚠️⚠️ For most users, the best solution is to disconnect through the ADB (Method 4) – it does not require root rights, but completely removes the application for the current profile. If you do not want to connect the smartphone to the computer, use the restriction of rights (Method 1). 💡On smartphones with HyperOS (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi Turbo 3) the standard shutdown is via ADB It might not work. In that case, try turning it off first. MIUI Optimization in the settings for developers, and then repeat the command. When disabling or deleting Kion, users often encounter errors. Consider the most common and how to fix them. 1. Kion reappears after update MIUI If the application recovered from the system update, it was part of the firmware package: 🔄 Repeat the removal through ADB (see method 4). 📵 Turn off automatic app updates on Google Play. 🔧 Use App Inspector (from Magisk) to block the installation of Kion. 2. Mistake"DELETE_FAILED_DEVICE_POLICY_MANAGER" into ADB This error means that the application is protected by device policies: 🔐 Try the command adb shell pm hide com.mts.kiontv (works on some versions) MIUI). 🛠️ Remove Kion via Universal Android Debloater (GUI-tool ADB). 3. If other services (for example, MTS TV or MTS Music) disappeared along with Kion, then they were connected by a common package: 🔄 Restore Remote Applications through ADB: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.mts.otherapp 📥 Reinstall the missing programs from Google Play. FAQ: The answers to popular questions are, can you uninstall Kion without a computer? Yes, but not completely. You can: 🔕 Disable notifications and background activity (see Method 1). 📱 Hide the icon (see Method 2). 🔧 Use apps like App Quarantine (requires Xposed or LSposed). To completely remove without a PC, you need root access. Will MTS TV work after Kion is removed? No, Kion and MTS TV are different apps. Deleting the former does not affect the latter. However, if you used one account for both services, you may need to re-authorize with MTS TV. Why does Kion consume traffic even after it's turned off? It's probably still active in the background: 📊 Section Settings → Special facilities → Use of data. 🔍 Kion is on the list of active processes (through Developer Options). If traffic is consumed, use Method 4 (ADB) Can I return the Kion after removal through ADB? For this: Download. APK-A Kion file from a trusted source (e.g., APKMirror) install it manually, allowing installation from unknown sources, or restore it through a secure source. ADB: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.mts.kiontv Are there alternatives to Kion for watching movies on Xiaomi? If you deleted Kion but want to use streaming services, consider: 🎬 KinoPoisk HD (free-to-play). 📺 OKKO or IVI (subscription). 🌍 YouTube Premium or Netflix (International Content). 📱 Megogo (Ukrainian service, works in Russia through the Internet) VPN).