Where to store and how to listen to Xiaomi call records: a complete guide

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature that helps you save important information, prove agreements or simply listen to missed details. However, many users face the problem of where to find these records, how to open them, and can you restore deleted files? In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to access call records on Redmi, POCO and Mi devices running MIUI 14/15, as well as on older versions of the firmware.

It's important to understand that the ability to record conversations depends on regional settings, the version of MIUI, and even the carrier, for example, in some EU countries, the recording function is disabled by default due to legal restrictions, and we'll show you how to circumvent these restrictions legally and safely without breaking laws.

If you've never turned on a call record, but you want to start, there's a manual at the end of this article to set up automatic recording, and for those who've recorded calls but can't find them, we've prepared a detailed guide with illustrations and alternative methods.

Where the default call records are stored on Xiaomi

In most cases, the recordings of conversations on Xiaomi are saved in the standard Dictophone app (or Records in newer versions of MIUI). However, the path to files may vary depending on the model and firmware version.

• 📁 Recorder folder in internal memory: /storage/emulated/0/Recorder/ or /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/
• 🎤 Dictator App: Records can be hidden in the Calls section inside the app itself.
• ☁️ Mi Cloud: If synchronization is enabled, records can be automatically uploaded to cloud storage.
• 📱 CallRecord folder: On some models (e.g. POCO F5), records are saved here.

On devices with MIUI 14/15, the path to recordings often changes. For example, on Xiaomi 13 Pro, files can lie at /storage/emulated/0/Android/data/com.miui.voicerecord/files/. To avoid searching manually, use the built-in Files Explorer:

1. Open the Files app (folder icon).
2. Go to the Categories section → Audio.
3. In the filter, select "Records" or enter in the search call.

If the records are not in the standard folders, check the settings of the Phone application. It is possible that the recording function is disabled or the files are saved elsewhere.

How to turn on call recording if the function is disabled

On some Xiaomi models (especially in the European market), the default conversation record is blocked.

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → "Settings".
3. Go to the "Recording of conversations" section (or "Call recording" in English firmware).
4. Turn on the Automatic Record switch or select Record all calls.

If you don't have "Talk Record" on the menu, your firmware doesn't support this out of the box function.

• 🔧 Install a third-party application (e.g. Cube Call Recorder or Automatic Call Recorder).
• 📲 Reflash the device to the global or Chinese version MIUI where the recording function is unlocked.

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If the recording is not turned on, check if your carrier is blocking it. Some mobile networks (such as Tinkoff Mobile or Yota) limit this feature.

On the POCO X5 Pro and Redmi Note 12, the call recording can be hidden in the security settings to find it:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Autorun.
2. Find the phone app and turn on all permissions for it.
3. Return to Phone → click on the contact avatar → Record the call.

How to listen to recordings through the Dictator app

The standard Dictophone app (or Records in newer versions) is the primary tool for listening to saved conversations. Here's how to use it:

1. Open the application "Dictophone" (mic icon).
2. At the top of the screen, select the Calls tab (or Call Records).
3. Slip on the right tape to listen to it.
4. To share a post, click on the three dots next to the file → “Send”.

If there are no "Calls" tabs, then the records are stored elsewhere or not at all.

• 🔍 Files in the /Recorder/CallRecord/ folder are available through the Explorer.
• 📱 Phone Application Settings (Perhaps Records are disabled).
• ☁️ Mi Cloud (Records section).

On some devices (such as Xiaomi 12T), call records can be displayed in a shared audio file list to filter them out:

1. Open Files → Audio.
2. In the search bar, type.amr or.mp3, which are the formats in which records are saved.

Make sure the recording function is enabled in Phone | Check the Recorder folder through Explorer | View the Calls tab in the Dictator app | Search files with the.amr or.mp3--> extension

Alternative ways to find call records

If standard methods don’t work, try these options:

To search through ADB (if you are familiar with this technology):

adb shell find /storage/ -name "call.amr"

This command scans the entire memory of the device for.amr file records.

If you use a third-party application to record, check its settings:

• 📁 In Cube Call Recorder, records are stored in /CubeBackups/.
• 🔊 In Automatic Call Recorder, in /CallRecordings/.
• ☁️ Some applications (e.g. Call Recorder - ACR) sync recordings to Google Drive.

How to Recover Deleted Call Records

If you accidentally delete a recording of a conversation, you can try to restore it, and success depends on how long it has been since you deleted it and whether you used the device after that (new data can overwrite deleted files).

Here is a step-by-step recovery instruction:

1. Stop using your phone (don’t install new apps, don’t take photos).
2. Install a data recovery application, such as 🛠️ DiskDigger (free version looks for audio files). 🔍 Recuva (requires root rights for deep scanning). 📱 Dumpster (works as a "basket" for deleted files).

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Save the recovered files to your computer or cloud.

Important: without root permissions, applications can only recover files that were recently deleted (within 1-2 days).

If you have a backup in Mi Cloud or Google Drive, check it out:

• ☁️ In Mi Cloud: Settings → Mi Account → Mi Cloud → Backup.
• 📁 In Google Drive: Backups → Select Device → App Data → Call Recorder.

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The faster you start recovering from deletion, the better the chances of getting a record back, and each new operation on your phone (installing apps, shooting videos) reduces those chances.

Automatic call recording settings

To avoid manual recording before each conversation, set up automatic saving.

1. Open the phone → "Settings" (three dots at the top).
2. Select "Talk Record."
3. Activate the "Automatic Recording" option.
4. Specify which calls to record: 📞 All calls (incoming and outgoing). 📥 Incoming only. 📤 Outgoing only. 🔍 Selected contacts (set up for individual numbers).

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On MIUI 15 (for example, on Xiaomi 14), the path to settings may be different:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone → Permissions.
2. Make sure that the Microphone and Storage Permits are enabled.
3. Return to the phone → click on the contact → “Write automatically”.

If there is no automatic recording option, check:

• 🌍 Regional settings: European firmware may block the function.
• 📋 Version MIUI: On Chinese firmware (China ROM), the recording is unrestricted.
• 🔄 Updates: Sometimes the feature appears after a firmware update.

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To keep the records from taking up much space, set up automatic deletion of old files, and for this purpose, specify the storage limit in the recording settings (for example, “Delete files older than 30 days”).

Problems with recording calls and their solutions

Sometimes, the call recording on Xiaomi doesn't work properly, and here are the most common problems and ways to fix them:

If after all the manipulations, the recording still does not work, try resetting the settings of the Phone application:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone.
2. Press "Storage" → "Clear the data".
3. Reset the device.

Warning: Resetting your phone settings will delete your call history and SMS. Pre-reverse your phone via Mi Cloud or Google Contacts.

Legal aspects of recording calls

Before recording conversations, read the laws of your country. Most countries (including Russia) have the following rules:

• 📜 Unilateral recording (without notice to the interlocutor) is permitted if you are a participant in the conversation.
• ⚖️ The use of the recording in court is possible, but the court may request evidence of its authenticity.
• 🚫 It is forbidden to distribute records without the consent of the second participant (may qualify as violation of the confidentiality of correspondence).
• 🌍 In the EU and the US, the laws are stricter: some states require the consent of both interlocutors.

In Russia, according to Article 23 of the Constitution and Article 138 of the Criminal Code, you have the right to record conversations in which you participate, without notifying the other party.

⚠️ Attention: If you publish an entry on the Internet or transfer it to third parties without the consent of the interlocutor, this may be regarded as a violation of the right to privacy (Article 152.2 of the Civil Code of the Russian Federation).

For the legal significance of the record:

• 🎤 Use a high-quality microphone (ideally an external recorder).
• 📅 Make sure that the record hears the date and time (many apps add this information automatically).
• 📄 Save the original file without editing.

If the record is needed for the court, it is better to consult a lawyer in advance about its admissibility as evidence.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls to Xiaomi