How to permanently disable TikTok notifications on Xiaomi: the full guide

TikTok notifications on Xiaomi smartphones can be a real problem: they distract from work, drain the battery and clog the alert bar with unnecessary information, especially for owners of Redmi, POCO and Mi, where standard locking methods often work incorrectly due to the features of the MIUI shell. In this article, we will discuss all possible ways to disable notifications – from basic settings in the application itself to profound changes in the Android system.

It's important to understand that TikTok aggressively uses push notifications to keep the audience, so a standard shutdown in the alert menu may not work. We tested all the methods on current versions of MIUI 14/15 (Android 13/14) and found the most effective solutions. If you're tired of constantly alerting you for new videos, likes or comments, this guide will help get rid of them once and for all.

Why are TikTok notifications so intrusive on Xiaomi?

The TikTok app uses multiple channels to send notifications, and on Xiaomi this is compounded by the features of MIUI firmware.

• 🔄 Multi-channel: TikTok creates separate channels for likes, comments, new videos, live streams and system alerts.
• 📱 Background activity: The app is constantly running in the background, even if you don't open it, and sends notifications via Firebase Cloud Messaging (FCM).
• 🔧 Limitations MIUI: Xiaomi’s shell sometimes ignores notification settings for individual apps, especially if they use system services.
• 🔄 Automatic Recovery: After updating TikTok or resetting your settings, notifications may be activated again.

In addition, TikTok often bypasses standard Android restrictions by using WorkManager and AlarmManager to display notifications even when alerts are disabled, making it more difficult to combat them than with notifications from other social networks.

Method 1: Disabling notifications in TikTok

The most obvious method is to use the app's built-in settings, but it doesn't always work, especially if you have an outdated version of TikTok or a modified MIUI firmware installed.

To disable notifications in the app itself:

1. Open TikTok and go to Profile → ⚙️ Settings and privacy.
2. Select the Notifications section → Push notifications.
3. Turn off all switches: 🔔 Likes and comments 🎥 New subscription videos 💬 Communications and mentions 🔴 Live broadcasts

Notifications

Notification sounds

Vibration.

Important: Even after all options are disabled, TikTok can continue to send notifications through Android system channels, which is because the app registers several types of alerts, some of which are hidden from the user.

Close the application after changes|Reboot your smartphone|Check the notification panel through 10-15 minute|Update TikTok to the latest version-->

Method 2: Block notifications via Android settings

If disabling in the app itself didn't work, try blocking system-level notifications. On Xiaomi, this is done via the Settings menu, but the path may vary depending on the version of MIUI.

Instructions for MIUI 14/15 (Android 13/14):

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find TikTok in the list and select it.
3. Slap the Notice.
4. Turn off the main switch to Allow notifications.
5. Scroll down and turn off all notification channels manually (if they remain active).

Some Xiaomi firmware may not have the ability to disable notifications completely, in which case try an alternative path:

Settings → Memory → Cleanup → AutoRun → TikTok → Disable AutoRun and Background Activity

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If notifications continue to come after you turn off, check if you have TikTok clones installed (for example, through the dual apps feature in MIUI).

Method 3: Use Do Not Disturb Mode for TikTok

If you don’t want to turn off notifications completely, but want to limit them to a certain time, use the Do Not Disturb (DND) feature in MIUI, which allows you to manage alerts flexibly without completely blocking them.

How to set up:

1. Go to Settings → Sound and vibration → Do not disturb.
2. Activate the mode and set the schedule (for example, from 22:00 to 8:00).
3. Select the Rules → Add the Rule → Appendices.
4. Find TikTok and add it to the list of blocked apps.
5. Save the settings.

You can also configure exceptions for important notifications (calls, SMS) by leaving TikTok locked, a method that is useful if you want to receive notifications during the day, but not at night.

⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI Do Not Disturb may conflict with Game Mode. If notifications keep coming, check the settings of the game space (Settings) → Special facilities → Game mode).

Method 4: Limiting background activity of TikTok

One of the reasons for the annoying notifications is the constant operation of TikTok in the background. On Xiaomi, you can limit the background activity of the application, which will reduce the number of alerts.

Instructions:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → TikTok.
2. Select the Battery → Background Activity.
3. Set a Limit: Limit or Prohibit (depending on the MIUI version).
4. Go back and turn off Autostart.

These measures will not only reduce the number of notifications, but also save battery life, as TikTok is known for high power consumption.

Method 5: Radical measures – disabling through ADB

If all previous methods failed, you can use the ADB tool (Android Debug Bridge) to force notifications to be disabled, a method that requires connecting your smartphone to your computer and basic command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on Developer Mode on Xiaomi: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on the MIUI version until a message appears to unlock the developer mode.

Settings → Additional → For Developers

USB debugging

ADB-tools

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.zhiliaoapp.musically

This command will completely disable TikTok notifications and background activity. To bring it back, use:

adb shell pm enable com.zhiliaoapp.musically

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can cause an application or even a system to run in an unstable way if the wrong commands are entered. Backup the data before executing. Also note that after updating TikTok or resetting the settings, you may need to re-execute the command.

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The ADB method is the most reliable way to turn off notifications permanently, but it requires technical skills, suitable for advanced users who are willing to work with the command line.

Additional tips for Xiaomi owners

If you use Xiaomi with custom firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.EU, Pixel Experience), some settings may be different.

• 🛡️ Use a notification blocker from Google Play (e.g. Notification Blocker or Notisave).
• 🔄 Update regularly MIUI — In new versions, bugs with notifications are often fixed.
• 📵 Check if duplicate services (e.g. TikTok Lite or clones via Dual Apps) are installed).
• 🔧 If nothing works, consider installing an alternative launcher (like Nova Launcher) that can block notifications at the interface level.

Also, remember that TikTok often changes the notifications display mechanisms. If alerts start coming again after the app update, repeat the steps from this instruction or check if new notification channels have appeared in the settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about TikTok notifications on Xiaomi