How to listen to a recording of a conversation on Xiaomi: all the ways for MIUI 12-14

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a feature that can be useful in a variety of situations, from storing important business information to fixing evidence for litigation. However, not all users know where these records are stored, how to find and play them. Moreover, depending on the device model (Redmi Note 12 Pro+, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T, etc.) and the firmware version (MIUI 12-14), the process may differ.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can listen to conversations on Xiaomi devices, from standard tools to third-party apps, where audio files are saved by default, how to extract them if they’re not displayed in the gallery, and what to do if the recording suddenly disappears, and we’ll also touch on the legal aspects of when recording a conversation is legal and when it could cause problems.

Important: If you are looking for a way to secretly record a conversation without notifying the interlocutor, please note that in most countries (including Russia) this violates privacy law.

1. Where are the default conversation records on Xiaomi stored

In MIUI firmware, phone calls are automatically saved in the system folder, but not always displayed in the standard Records or Recorder app, and their location depends on the OS version:

• 📁 MIUI 12/13: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ — It stores files in.amr format or.mp3 name-named Call_20260515_143022.amr.
• 📁 MIUI 14: /storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/ — The folder can be hidden, you will need a file manager with root rights or special permission to access it.
• 🔍 How to find: Use built-in Explorer (File app) or a third-party manager (such as Solid Explorer) by enabling the display of hidden folders.

If the folder is not, check the recording settings:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Press. ⋮ → Settings → Recording of conversations.
3. Make sure that the AutoSave option is enabled and the correct save path is indicated.

⚠️ Note: On some models (POCO F5, Redmi K60) Records can be stored in the Mi Cloud instead of local storage. → Recordings in the Mi Cloud app.

2. How to listen to a recording through the standard application "Records"

The easiest way is to use the built-in Recording app (or Recorder in older versions of MIUI) that automatically indexes all audio files, including conversation recordings.

1. Open the Records app (the microphone icon on the desktop).
2. Go to the Call tab (if it is not, click on it). ⋮ → Show the call records).
3. Select the desired entry from the list - it is sorted by date.
4. Click on the record to play. Options are available here: 🔊 Increase the volume (slider at the bottom of the screen). ⏱️ Rewind (Tap on time scale). 📤 Share (send a file via Telegram, WhatsApp or save to the cloud).

If the recording is not reproduced, check:

• 🔇 File format:.amr requires codecs that may not be available.Install player VLC or MX Player.
• 📱 Memory of the device: if there is a shortage of space, recordings can be cut off.
• 🔄 Update of the PO: in MIUI 14.0.5+ Fixed bugs with long recordings.

The presence of a file in the /Recordings/Call/ folder

Is there a player with support for.amr?

Is there enough free space on the device?

Is the display of hidden files enabled?-->

3. Alternative methods: file managers and cloud services

If the standard app doesn’t show records, try alternative methods:

Critical nuance: if you deleted the entry from the gallery, but did not clear the basket, the files can remain in the folder /MIUI/sound_recorder/.trash/ before 30 Use DiskDigger or Recuva (root required) to restore).

⚠️ Note: When connecting your phone to your PC MTP Recordings folder may not be displayed. Enable File Transfer Mode (FTP) In the developer settings or use Wi-Fi Transfer.

4. Third-party applications for recording and reproduction

If Xiaomi’s built-in tools don’t work, consider third-party solutions that offer advanced features: automatic transcription, cloud storage, recording format selection.

• 🎤 Cube Call Recorder ACR: Recording calls to.mp3 Or.wav. Integration with Google Drive and Dropbox. MIUI 14 without root.
• 📠 Call Recorder - Automatic Call Recorder: Automatic blacklist/whitelisted numbers, ability to add tags to records, VoIP support (calls via WhatsApp, Viber).
• 🔒 Truecaller: The record + Number identification, encrypted record storage, registration required.

Before installing, check the app's permissions: it must request access to Microphone, Warehouse and Call Log. On Android 10+, some features may be restricted due to Google's policies.

5 What to do if the record is not reproduced or damaged

Sometimes records can be damaged due to MIUI failures or memory shortages. Here's how to restore them:

1. Check the format: Open.amr files to VLC or convert to.mp3 via Online-Convert. If the file weighs 0 KB, it is empty, it cannot be restored.

FFmpeg

ffmpeg -i damaged_call.amr -c copy fixed_call.mp3

Run the command on a PC with FFmpeg installed.

Use specialized tools:

• Audio Repair Tool (for noise reduction)
• Wondershare Repairit (Recovery of corrupted files)

If the recording is cropped (for example, only the first minute is saved), the problem may be in the settings:

• 📏 Check the Duration Limit in Settings → Recording of conversations → Max. Duration.
• 🔋 Make sure that the battery optimization for the Phone application did not work during the call.

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If the recording is interrupted every 5-10 minutes, turn off the Adaptive Battery function in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – tap 7 times).

Legal aspects: when it is possible to record conversations

In Russia, the recording of telephone conversations is regulated by Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (violation of the secrecy of correspondence) and the Federal Law "On Personal Data".

• ✅ Allowed: Record conversations if you are a member and consent (e.g. for personal notes) to use court records if they are obtained legally and support your position.
• ❌ Prohibited: Distribute recordings without the consent of the interlocutor (fine up to 200 000) ₽). Recording conversations of third parties (for example, through a public speakerphone).

In other countries, the rules may differ:

• 🇺🇸 Most states require consent from all participants in a conversation ("two-party consent").
• 🇪🇺 EU: Acting GDPR — Recording is allowed only with the notification of the interlocutor.
• 🇨🇳 China: Recording conversations without consent is considered a privacy violation.

⚠️ Note: If you use records for work (e.g., record customer agreements), make sure that you notify the person at the beginning of the conversation about the recording. Example of the wording: "The conversation is recorded to confirm the terms of the transaction?".

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Legal recording of a conversation is possible only if three conditions are met: you are a participant, the interlocutor is notified, the purpose of the recording is legal (for example, evidence in court).

7. Frequent mistakes and how to avoid them

Xiaomi users often encounter typical problems with recording conversations, and here are the most common mistakes and ways to solve them:

Another common mistake is losing records after resetting.

1. Export your records to Google Drive or PC regularly.
2. Enable automatic synchronization with Mi Cloud.
3. Before resetting, save /Recordings/Call/ to an external drive.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions

Through Google Drive:

• Upload files to the cloud from your old phone.
• Download them to a new device.

If the new phone does not have a Recordings/Call folder, create it manually through the file manager.