How to permanently remove advertising in VK on Xiaomi: proven methods 2026

Advertising on VKontakte on Xiaomi smartphones has become a real problem for many users: banners in the tape, pop-ups in stories, intrusive offers in communities. Even after updating the application and the firmware of MIUI, ad units continue to distract, slow down content loading and spend traffic. In this article, we will discuss 5 legal ways to turn off advertising in VK on Redmi, POCO, Mi devices – from simple settings to advanced system tricks that work without root rights and do not violate social network rules.

It’s important to understand that VK doesn’t provide an official feature to completely disable ads – it’s part of their business model. However, with built-in MIUI tools, third-party apps and tricks in account settings, you can significantly reduce the number of impressions. We tested all methods on current versions of MIUI 14/15 and VK apps (2026), so instructions will work on most models – from the Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra.

Why does advertising appear more often on Xiaomi than on other smartphones?

Many users have noticed that Xiaomi displays more ad units on VK than on other brands’ devices, due to several factors:

• 📱 MIUI Personalized advertising: Firmware MIUI by default collects data about the use of applications (including VC) for targeted advertising through MSA (Mi Security Center. This increases the number of impressions.
• 🔄 VC app updates: Xiaomi often installs a VC version from the Mi App Store, which may contain additional advertising modules.
• 📡 Traffic savings: If the device activated the "Data Saving" mode in the settings MIUI, VC can display more low-resolution ads to “save” traffic.
• 🔍 Geolocation and region: In some regions (e.g. CIS), VK advertising campaigns are more aggressive, and Xiaomi often links devices to local servers.

Also, MIUI devices are more likely to autoplay video in VC feeds, which is part of the advertising strategy, but the good news is that all of these mechanisms can be circumvented without compromising the functionality of the social network.

Method 1: Settings of the VK application - what can be officially disabled

Before you go to radical methods, check the built-in settings of the VK app, which won't take away ads completely, but they cut ads by 30 to 50 percent.

1. Open the VKontakte application and tap on ⚙️ "Settings" (cog icon in lower right corner).
2. Go to the "General" section" → "News settings".
3. Turn off the options: 🔘 "Showing recommendations" - this will reduce the number of advertising posts in the feed. 🔘 "Autoplay Videos – Video Ads will not automatically run. 🔘 "Showing stories from communities" - many stories contain advertising content.

"Confidentiality" → "Advertising"

"Personalized advertising"

You should also go to Account Settings → Notifications and disable notifications from communities — many of which contain advertising links — which are root-free and secure for the account.

Turn off recommendations in the feed |

Turn off autoplay video|

Hide stories from communities |

Turn off personalized advertising |

Check notifications from communities-->

Method 2: Blocking ads through MIUI (without third-party applications)

MIUI firmware has built-in tools to limit application backgrounds and block unnecessary content, which are originally designed to save charge and traffic, but can be adapted to combat ads in the VK.

Follow the instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find in the list of Vkontakte and tap on it.
3. Select "Background Limitation" and set "Forbidden" to prevent the background loading of advertising modules.
4. Go back to the app menu and select "Mobile Data" → "Background Traffic." Turn it off.
5. Activate the Data Saving option (but not to be confused with MIUI!).

These actions do not block ads directly, but significantly reduce their load, especially if you use the mobile Internet.

⚠️ Warning: After this manipulation, the VC may start requesting more data updates when it opens. That's OK -- just click "Update" manually.

Method 3: Using DNS to block ads (without root)

One of the most effective methods is change. DNS-This allows you to block ad domains at the network level without installing additional applications.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Wi-Fi (or “SIM cards and mobile networks” → “Access Point” for mobile Internet).
2. Tap on the connected network and select "Change Network" → "More" → "IP Settings".
3. Set the value of "Static" and in the field "DNS 1" enter one of the addresses: 🛡️ 1.1.1.3 (Cloudflare Family – blocks ads and malicious sites) 🛡️ 94.140.14.14 (AdGuard DNS) 🛡️ 84.200.69.80 (DNS.WATCH)

"DNS 2"

1.0.0.3

Save the settings and restart the smartphone.

After the changes are applied, VC ads should be reduced by 60-80%. If some banners still appear, try combining this method with others (for example, with the application settings from Method 1).

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If some sites have stopped opening after the DNS change, try using an alternative server or return the standard settings. Some banks and government services block non-standard DNS.

Method 4: Third-party ad blocking apps (with caution!)

If the built-in methods do not work, you can use third-party ad blockers, but there are nuances: many applications require root rights or violate VKontakte policies, which can lead to account blocking, and we selected legal and safe options:

• 🛡️ Blokada (no root): Block ads at the level of the Internet VPN. Install from the official site, as in Google Play version is stripped. in the settings, select the list of filters "AdAway".
• 🛡️ AdGuard: There is a version without root, works as a local VPN. Enable the "Filtration" module HTTPS" CC.
• 🛡️ NetGuard: Traffic Blocker without root. Manually add VK ad network domains (e.g., VK ad network domains, vk.com/ads*) blacklisted.

Important: Do not use applications that require rooting or modifying system files (such as the Xposed Framework) and this may result in a VC account ban or MIUI failure.

After the locker is installed:

1. Launch the application and activate the protection.
2. In the settings, select filters for social networks (for example, "EasyList + Russian").
3. Reboot your smartphone.
4. Check the VC work – the ads should disappear or shrink.

⚠️ Note: Some blockers (e.g. Blokada) may conflict with Mi Security Center. If you have lags after installation, add the blocker to exceptions in settings MIUI → Battery → Optimizing the battery.

Method 5: Alternative VC clients – bypassing advertising through third-party apps

If nothing helps, consider using alternative VK clients. These apps don’t contain built-in ads and often offer additional features (such as dark theme or video downloads).

• 📱 Kate Mobile: Lightweight, open source client. No advertising, supports all VC features. Download from the official website.
• 📱 VKontakte Mod: A modified version of VK without advertising and with advanced privacy settings. 4PDA.
• 📱 Frost for VK: Client with a focus on privacy. blocks trackers and ads, but requires authorization through token.

Advantages of Alternative Clients:

• ✅ No built-in advertising.
• ✅ Less battery consumption (no background processes for ad loading).
• ✅ Additional features (for example, downloading stories or music).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ Possible problems with notifications (solved by setting up the MIUI → Notifications).
• ❌ Certain functions (e.g, VK Pay) may not work properly.

If you decide to try, export data from the official VC first: Settings → Account → Export data.

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Alternative VC clients are the most reliable way to get rid of advertising, but they require getting used to a new interface, and they are suitable for users who care about privacy.

What NOT to do when blocking ads in VK on Xiaomi

In pursuit of a clean tape, many users resort to risky methods that can harm the device or account.

• 🚫 Removing system applications (e.g. com.miui.analytics) without root will cause disruption. MIUI.
• 🚫 Using Xposed Framework or Magisk Modules to block ads.VC can ban an account for modifying a customer.
• 🚫 Editing the hosts file manually without backup, an error will result in loss of Internet connection.
• 🚫 Install pirated versions of the VC from unknown sources, high probability of catching a virus or losing an account.
• 🚫 Disabling all VC notifications in MIUI. This will block not only advertising, but also important messages.

Also not worth it:

• 🔄 Frequently clear VC cache through Settings → Storage.This can reset the app's settings and increase traffic consumption the next time you run.
• 📵 Use "developer modes" (e.g, ADB-commands to disable ads if you don't understand the consequences.The wrong command can break MIUI.

If you still want to experiment with system settings, first create a backup through Settings → Additional → Backup and Reset.

FAQ: Frequent questions about blocking ads in VK on Xiaomi