Where and how to view the recording of calls on Xiaomi smartphones: full instructions

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature that helps you capture important details of conversations, save evidence or just remember what you heard. However, many users face the problem: where to look for these records if they are automatically saved? Or how to turn on a record if the feature is disabled? In this article, we will discuss all the ways to view and manage call records on Redmi, POCO and Mi devices running MIUI different versions.

It’s important to understand that call recording capabilities depend on the firmware version, phone model, and even regional restrictions. For example, in some countries, recording conversations is prohibited by law, and Xiaomi can block this feature at the software level.

Where to store phone records on Xiaomi: standard ways

By default, the conversation records on Xiaomi are saved in a special folder in the device's internal memory. MIUI:

• 📁 MIUI 12/13/14: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/
• 📁 Old versions (MIUI 10-11): /storage/emulated/0/Recorders/callrec/
• 📁 For some models POCO: /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/

To open this folder:

1. Run the Files app (or any file manager, such as Solid Explorer).
2. Go to the Internal Memory section → MIUI → sound_recorder → call_rec.
3. Record files are usually.amr or.mp3 format and are named by phone number or date.

If the folder is not available, the call recording is disabled in the settings or the files have been deleted, in which case, check the settings of the Phone application (more on this in the next section).

How to enable automatic call recording

If the records are not saved, first make sure that the function is activated. Depending on the Xiaomi model, the path to settings may differ:

• 📱 MIUI 14 (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 Open the phone app. Press three dots (⋮) top-right → Settings. Select the Conversation Record. → Automatic recording. Specify which calls to record: All, Favourite Only or Unknown Numbers Only.

MIUI 12/13 (Redmi Note 10, Mi 11, etc.)

1. Launch the phone" → ⋮ → Settings → Recording of conversations.
2. Activate the Automatic Recording Switch.
3. Set up contact exceptions (if necessary).

On some firmware (e.g. global versions for Europe), the recording option may be hidden due to legal restrictions, in which case installing an alternative recording application (discussed below) will help.

⚠️ Note: In Russia, recording of telephone conversations is allowed only with the consent of the interlocutor (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation.

Make sure the function is legal in your area |

Check the free space on your phone (records take ~1-2 MB/minute)|

Set up automatic deletion of old records (if necessary)|

Check if the recording is blocked by an antivirus or optimizer-->

How to listen to recordings through the application "Phone"

The easiest way to find records is through the standard “Phone” application:

1. Open the "Phone" and go to the tab Journal.
2. Find the right call in the list and click on it.
3. If there is a record, a badge will appear. 🎤 Or it says "Record." Press it.
4. A built-in player will open with the ability to listen, delete or share a record.

If there is no record icon but you are sure the conversation was recorded, check:

• 🔍 Are files deleted through the “Security” application).
• 🔍 Are there any hidden records in the folder (sometimes files have the.nomedia extension, which is why they are not displayed in the gallery).
• 🔍 Is a third-party application used to make calls (e.g. Truecaller or Google Phone).

In some models (for example, POCO F4 or Redmi K50) The records can be found in the phone menu → ⋮ → Talk recordings, which displays a complete list of saved files sorted by date.

Alternative methods: third-party applications for recording

If the standard recording function is missing or is not stable, you can use third-party applications.

When installing third-party recording applications, consider:

• 🛡️ Some programs require permission to access calls (configure Settings). → Annexes → Special access → Access to calls).
• 🔋 Recording in the background can increase battery consumption 5-10%.
• 📡 Android 10.+ Applications are not allowed to record microphone sound during a call, so some programs may not work properly.

⚠️ Attention: Xiaomi with firmware MIUI EU (Unofficial) third-party recording applications may conflict with the built-in dialer, in which case try to disable the standard recording in the phone settings.

How to save or transfer records to another medium

Call records take up space in the phone's memory, so it's best to archive them periodically.

• 📤 Through File Manager: Open the folder with records (see Section 1). Select the files you want (hold your finger on the file). → Tap "copy" or "cut." Go to the folder on the SD-Map or cloud (Google Drive, Mi Cloud) and paste files.

Automatic synchronization with the cloud:

1. Install Google Drive or Mi Cloud.
2. In the application settings, enable Autoboot for folder call_rec.

For convenience, you can rename files before saving, for example, instead of 1685432100.amr, call Ivan 15.05.2026.amr. This will help you find the right records faster.

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If the records are needed for litigation, save them in.wav format (without compression) – this will increase their legal relevance.

What to do if records are missing or not saved

If the records suddenly disappeared or are not created, check the following points:

If the problem is not solved, try:

1. Install an alternative call app (e.g. Google Phone).
2. Reset the settings of the Phone application (Settings → Applications → Phone → Storage → Reset).
3. Update the firmware to the latest version of MIUI (sometimes record bugs are fixed in new builds).

Legal aspects: can you record calls without consent

Different countries have different laws on recording telephone conversations, and here are the key points for popular regions:

• 🇷🇺 Russia: Recording is allowed only with the notification of the interlocutor (Article 23 of the Constitution, Art. 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation), in court, recording without consent can be recognized as inadmissible evidence.
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Consent of at least one of the parties is required (Article 31 of the Constitution).
• 🇰🇿 Kazakhstan: Recording without consent is prohibited if it violates the secrecy of correspondence (Article 18 of the Constitution).
• 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): In most EU countries, recording is only allowed with the explicit consent of both interlocutors.

To avoid problems:

• 📢 Always alert the person to the recording (e.g., “I’m turning on the recording, you’re happy with it?").
• 📝 Keep records for no longer than necessary (for example, for litigation).
• 🔒 Do not distribute records without the consent of participants.

⚠️ Note: In some regions (e.g. Germany or France) for illegal recording of calls, fines of up to 200,000 are imposed. €. Before using the function, clarify local laws.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording calls to Xiaomi

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Always check local laws before using call recordings – in some countries, it may be illegal even for personal use.