On Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi, POCO and Black Shark), the search history in Yandex browser is saved automatically - even if you are not logged in to your account. But it is not so easy to find it: depending on the version of MIUI and the Yandex application (browser or search bar), access paths differ. In this article, we will analyze all the current ways to view the history of queries, including hidden settings and nuances for different versions of the firmware.
It’s important to understand that your search history and your browser history aren’t always the same thing. For example, if you searched through a Yandex widget on the home screen, those queries can be stored separately from the browser’s history, and we’ll show you how to check both options, and how to export or delete data if necessary.
1. The history of queries in the browser Yandex on Xiaomi
The most obvious way is to look at the history of the browser itself, which can be installed as a separate application (Yandex.Browser) or built into Yandex Search (an application with an icon of the letter “I”) on Xiaomi.
- Open the Yandex.Browser or Yandex application (search).
- Slip on the menu icon (three horizontal lines or a circle with your avatar) in the lower right corner.
- Select History (sometimes hidden under More) → History).
- You will see a list of visited pages and search queries, sorted by date.
If the story is empty, check out:
- 🔍 Date filter: At the top of the story screen, you can select a period (e.g., “Last 7 Days” or “All the Time»).
- 🔄 Sync: If you are logged in to a Yandex account, the history can be stored in the cloud.Click Sync in your browser settings.
- 🚫 Privacy settings: in Settings → Confidentiality check whether history preservation is disabled.
Nuance for MIUI 14/15: If you use MIUI Browser (the built-in Xiaomi browser) with Yandex’s default search, your search history may be duplicated.
2. Search history in the Yandex application (without a browser)
If you search through Yandex’s search box (such as a home screen widget or a separate app), your query history is stored separately to find it:
- Open the Yandex app (not the browser!).
- Slip on your avatar (or human icon) in the upper right corner.
- Choose Search History.
- This will show all the queries you entered through the Yandex search box (including voice commands).
Note: If you are not logged in to Yandex’s account, the history is stored only locally on the device and may be reset once the app’s cache is cleared.
Open Yandex.Browser or Yandex Search | Check the History section in the menu | Make sure synchronization is enabled (if you need cloud history) | Check the filter by date (maybe history is hidden)
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On some Xiaomi firmware (especially POCO and Black Shark), the Yandex app can be “cut” without some features.
- 📱 Update the app via Google Play or GetApps.
- 🔧 Reset the application settings in Settings → Annexes → Yandex → Warehouse → Drop it.
- 🌐 Try the web version: go to ya.ru in any browser and log in - the story will be available in your personal account.
3. How to find a story through Xiaomi Settings (Hidden Method)
Xiaomi’s MIUI-enabled smartphones have a hidden feature to view system history, including some search queries, which doesn’t work on all devices, but can help if standard methods don’t work:
- Go to Settings → Special features → Logs and reports.
- Select Use Log (or Application Activity on new versions of MIUI).
- Find the Yandex application in the list and tap it.
- All actions, including search queries (if logged in by the system) will be displayed here.
⚠️ Note: This method only shows recent actions (usually in the last 24-48 hours) and does not keep a complete search history, POCO X5) This section can be disabled.
| Xiaomi model | Support for journal use | Alternative method |
|---|---|---|
| Redmi Note 11/12 | Yes (MIUI 13/14) | Settings → Applications → Yandex → Permissions → Journal |
| POCO X4/X5 | Partially (system logs only) | Use it. ADB-Teams (for advanced teams) |
| Mi 11/12/13 | Yes (full support) | Settings → Additionally. → Logs of the system |
| Black Shark 5 | No (castom firmware) | Only through the browser or web version of Yandex |
4.Export and backup of Yandex history
If you need to save your search history (for example, for analysis or transfer to another device), it can be exported.
Method 1: Export through Yandex account
- Open your browser and go to passport.yandex.ru.
- Log in and go to Personal Data → Search History.
- Click Export and select the format (JSON or HTML).
Method 2: Local Saving (without an account)
If you're not logged in, the history is only stored on the device, so you can save it.
- Connect your phone to your PC via USB (in file transfer mode).
- Cross the path: /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/ru.yandex.searchplugin/files/
- Copy the file. search_history.db (root access may be required).
⚠️ Attention: file search_history.db It's encrypted. It's going to require specialized software like SQLite Browser or a decoding script.
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If you need to save your history regularly, turn on sync in Yandex settings. Go to Settings → Account → Sync and activate the search history option.
5. Clearing the history of requests: full instruction
Deleting your search history may be necessary to free up space, protect privacy, or fix bugs, and on Xiaomi, you can do this in a number of ways:
Method 1: Through the Yandex browser
- Open Yandex.Browser.
- Go to the menu. → History.
- Click on the basket icon (or Clear History).
- Select a period (e.g., “All the time”) and confirm the deletion.
Method 2: Through the settings of the Yandex application
If you are using the search bar:
- Open the Yandex app.
- Tap the avatar. → Settings.
- Select Confidentiality → Clear the search history.
Method 3: Complete reset via MIUI
For complete cleaning (including cache and temporary files):
- Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
- Find Yandex and select the Warehouse.
- Click Clear the cache and Clear the data.
Important: after cleaning the data, the application will reset to factory settings (including saved passwords and bookmarks).
What happens if you clean up Yandex data?
6.Why is the request history not saved or displayed?
If your search history is empty or not updated, the reasons may be:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| History doesn't survive. | Synchronization disabled | Enable in Yandex Settings → Account → Synchronization |
| History is empty. | Cleaned manually or through an optimizer | Check the cleaning settings in MIUI Security |
| Old requests are not displayed | Date limit in the filter | Change the period in the History section |
| Yandex app doesn't tell the story | An outdated version | Update via Google Play or APKMirror |
On Xiaomi devices with MIUI, history can be automatically cleared by the system optimizer to prevent this:
- Open Security. → Cleanup.
- Put the cog on the icon (settings).
- Remove the tick from the item History of the browser in the section Autoclean.
7. Alternative ways to view history (for advanced)
If standard methods don't work, you can use additional tools, and these tools require technical skills.
Method 1: ADB (Android Debug Bridge)
To access hidden history files:
- Turn on Developer Mode on Xiaomi (7 times tap the MIUI version in your phone settings).
- Activate Debugging by USB in Settings → Additional → For developers.
- Connect your phone to your PC and execute the command: adb pull /data/data/ru.yandex.searchplugin/databases/search_history.db
Method 2: Through Titanium Backup Backup
If you have root access:
- Install Titanium Backup from Google Play.
- Create a backup copy of the Yandex application data.
- Extract the file. search_history.db backup.
⚠️ Attention: use ADB or root tools can cause a loss of warranty or unstable system operation.
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On most Xiaomi smartphones, Yandex’s search history is stored in two places: in the browser and in the search app. If one method failed, try another.