How to completely disable YouTube ads on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: all ways

Advertising on YouTube on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 can annoy even patient users: 15-second videos before the video, banners in the recommendation feed, unobtrusive (but persistent) pop-ups. Especially annoying when the ads interrupt the viewing in the middle — and on Redmi Note 7 with its modest by modern standards 4 GB of RAM, the extra load from the ad modules also slows down the application.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to block ads on YouTube for Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 – from legal (but limited) to radical (with complete removal of ads, but requiring technical skills). Importantly, some methods may violate the YouTube user agreement, so use them at your own risk. We will also indicate which of the methods do not require root rights and are safe for a Google account.

Why YouTube Ads Are More Aggressive in 2026

Since 2023, YouTube has tightened its monetization policy, with even short videos (up to 1 minute) now able to contain ads, and the number of unboiled videos has increased by 30%.

• 📱 Weakness in app optimization: MIUI 12/13 Android-based 10 not always correctly handles advertising modules, which leads to hanging.
• 🔋 High-res commercials (especially autoplay) eat up to 15% of the charge per hour.
• 🌍 Regional restrictions: in some countries (including Russia) the number of ads is higher due to the specifics of targeting.

The root of the problem is in the YouTube app itself, which loads ads through the secure servers googleads.g.doubleclick.net and pagead2.googlesyndication.com, which are difficult to block by standard means.

Method 1: Disabling personalized advertising in Google settings

This method won't eliminate ads completely, but it will reduce the amount of ads and make them less intrusive, and it's suitable for those who don't want to risk an account or install third-party programs.

1. Open the Settings app on Redmi Note 7.
2. Go to Google. → Managing a Google Account.
3. Select the Data and Personalization tab.
4. Scroll to the Advertising Settings block and click on it.
5. Turn off the slider Personalized advertising.

YouTube will then show ads based on your region and language, but will not use search and browsing history.The effect is noticeable after 24-48 hours.

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If you have multiple Google accounts, repeat the procedure for each – YouTube ads are tied to your profile, not your device.

Method 2: Blocking Advertising via DNS (without root)

One of the most effective and safe methods is to redirect advertising domains to “empty» DNS-On the Redmi Note 7, this is done through network settings:

1. Open Settings → Wi-Fi (or Mobile Network if you use mobile Internet).
2. Click on the current network and select Change Network (or Additional).
3. In the field DNS enter one of the addresses: 🔒 1.1.1.3 (Cloudflare Family – blocks ads and malicious sites) 🛡️ 94.140.14.14 (AdGuard DNS) 🚀 176.103.130.130 (ControlD – blocking trackers)

Save the changes and restart the smartphone.

⚠️ Note: Some providers (e.g. MTS or Beeline) may ignore user-generated services DNS. If the advertisement is still there, try using it. VPN Ad-blocking (e.g. AdGuard) VPN).

Method 3: Install YouTube Vanced (alternative client)

YouTube Vanced is a modified version of the official app with built-in ad blocking, background playback and other features.Alas, the project is closed in 2022, but its forks (for example, ReVanced) continue to work.

🔹 How to install ReVanced on Redmi Note 7:

1. Download. APK-ReVanced file from the official website: revanced.app.
2. Allow installation from unknown sources: Settings → Applications → Special Access → Install unknown applications.
3. Install APK and open the app.
4. Sign in to your Google account (optional, but recommended for sync subscriptions).

⚠️ Attention: Using modified customers may result in account lockdown in case of mass complaints:

• 🔄 Do not update ReVanced via Google Play.
• 📵 Do not use it to upload videos (this violates YouTube's rules).
• 🔐 Do not log in if you are afraid of the bans.

Method 4: Blocking ads via hosts file (requires root)

If your Redmi Note 7 has root access, you can edit the hosts file to block ad domains at the system level.This method works for all apps, not just YouTube.

🔹 Instructions:

1. Install any file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Go to /system/etc/hosts.
3. Back up the original file (copy it to another folder).
4. Open the edit file and add the following lines at the end: 127.0.0.1 googleads.g.doubleclick.net 127.0.0.1 pagead2.googlesyndication.com 127.0.0.1 pubads.g.doubleclick.net 127.0.0.1 adservice.google.com
5. Save the changes and restart the smartphone.

💡 Useful tip: To avoid entering domains manually, download the ready-made hosts file with ad blocking (for example, from Adaway) and replace the standard one with it.

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Editing a hosts file is the most reliable way to block ads, but it requires root rights and can break some system applications (such as Google Play Services).

Method 5: Using a browser with ad blocking

If you don't want to mess around with the app's settings, you can watch YouTube through a browser with an ad blocker built in. The Redmi Note 7 works well:

• 🦊 Firefox + uBlock Origin extension (installed via Mozilla Add-ons).
• 🛡️ Brave Browser – Blocking Ads Out of the Box».
• 🌐 Kiwi Browser – Supports Chrome extensions including AdBlock).

🔹 How to set up:

1. Install one of the browsers from the list.
2. Open m.youtube.com (mobile version of the site).
3. Sign in to your account (optional).
4. Enable ad blocking in the browser settings.

⚠️ Note: Background play is not available in the browser (unless you use workarounds like Request Desktop Site.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

Each method has its pros and cons. Below is a table for quick selection:

For most users of Redmi Note 7 is the best option — DNS-If you have a root, you can either block it (if the provider is not in the way) or ReVanced (if you are willing to take a little risk.

FAQ: Frequent questions