How to record a conversation on Xiaomi: all ways with instructions

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a challenge that users face for a variety of reasons, from saving important business negotiations to fixing evidence in controversial situations. However, not everyone knows that recording capabilities depend on the device model, MIUI version and regional restrictions. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways – from built-in features to third-party applications – and also tell you how to get around typical problems, such as the lack of an option to record calls in the call menu.

It is important to understand that the legislation of many countries (including Russia) regulates the recording of conversations. According to Art. 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation, recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is permissible only in cases provided for by law (for example, to protect your rights in court).

1. Built-in call recording function in MIUI: where to look and how to turn on

On most Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi Note 10/11/12 series, POCO X3/X4/X5 and Mi 11/12/13), the recording of conversations is implemented at the firmware level, but its availability depends on the version of MIUI and the region. For example, in European and Indian versions, the option is often disabled for legal reasons, and in global and Chinese versions it is available.

To check for the presence of the function:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Dial a number or select a contact to call.
3. During the conversation, pay attention to the screen: if there is a Record button at the bottom or in the top corner (usually with a microphone icon), the function is active.

If you have a button but it is grey and inactive, try:

• 📱 Update MIUI Up to the latest version through Settings → The phone. → Updating the system.
• 🔧 Reset the settings of the application "Phone": Settings → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the data.
• 🌍 Change the region to "India" or "China" (risky, may disrupt other functions).

⚠️ Note: On some models (e.g, POCO F4 GT) The recording only works for incoming calls. Outgoing calls will require third-party software.

2. Hidden recording setting in the engineering menu (for advanced)

If your Xiaomi doesn’t have a write button but hardware support is available (like the Redmi Note 9 Pro or Mi 10T), you can try activating the feature via an engineering menu.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##4636## (some models may require #36446337###).
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information (or Phone Information).
3. Scroll down to the Voice call recording section.
4. Enable voice call recording (if any).
5. Reboot the phone.

Check the phone model for compatibility

Make a backup copy of the data

Make sure the battery is more than 50% charged.

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If there is no write option in the engineering menu, then your model does not support it at the hardware level, in which case only third-party software will help (see section 4).

⚠️ Note: Xiaomi with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi) 9A) The engineering menu may be missing or have a different interface. Do not enter codes from unknown sources, this can lead to resetting of settings.

3. Record conversations via Google Drive (no root)

A little-known way to record calls on Xiaomi is to use Google Drive, which works on all Android 9 and higher models, but has a limitation: it only records your voice (not the person you are talking to), but it is legal and does not require additional apps.

How to set up:

1. Open Google Drive and log in to your account.
2. Click on the icon. ⋮ (three points) in upper right corner → Settings.
3. Select Backup → Backup of calls.
4. Activate the option and confirm access to the microphone.

All outgoing and incoming calls will then be automatically saved to the Google Drive Calls folder, and the files will be available for listening for 30 days (they will then be deleted unless you manually save them).

Built-in MIUI function

Third-party applications (Cube Call Recorder, ACR)

Google Drive

Engineering menu

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4.The Best Third-Party Call Recording Apps

If the built-in methods don't work, third-party apps will come to the rescue. 10 popular solutions and selected the top-3, All of them are available on Google Play, but check reviews before installing - some applications may not support the latest versions MIUI 14/15.

Top.-3 recorder:

• 🥇 Cube Call Recorder ACR — It records both voices, supports cloud storage, works in the background. MIUI.
• 🥈 Another Call Recorder (ACR) — Simple interface, automatic writing by rules (e.g., only for certain contacts) minus: the free version limits the number of records.
• 🥉 Call Recorder – Automatic Call Recorder – Supports the format.mp3 And.wav, there's a transcription function.

How to set up Cube Call Recorder (Step-by-step):

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. When you first start, give access to the Microphone, Contacts and Warehouse.
3. In the settings (⚙️) Select: Record format: MP3 (Sound source: Loud (for better quality) Auto Record: All calls or Only selected contacts.

optimizing the battery

Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization → All applications → Cube Call Recorder → Not Optimize

1. Permits to access microphone and storage.

Battery savings settings (MIUI often blocks background work).

3. Android Version: on Android 12+ Additional permission may be required to record audio in the background.-->

5. Recording conversations through the second SIM-map

If the software methods are not suitable (for example, due to legal restrictions), you can use hardware solutions. SIM-This is a method that is suitable for business negotiations, where sound quality and legality are important.

Method 1: Second SIM-map + phone

• 📞 Call from the second phone to your Xiaomi and turn on conference call.
• 🎤 On the second phone, activate the recording (built-in function or via the app).
• 🔊 To avoid echoes, use headphones or turn down the volume on the main phone.

Method 2: Bluetooth headset with recording function

Some Bluetooth headsets (such as Sony WH-1000XM5 or JBL Live 660NC) support recording conversations via a companion app.

1. Connect the headset to Xiaomi.
2. Install the manufacturer’s proprietary app (e.g. Sony Headphones Connect).
3. In the application settings, find the Call Recording option and activate it.

⚠️ Note: When recording via Bluetooth, audio quality may be impaired due to audio compression. For important conversations, it is better to use a wired headset with a 3.5 mm connector (if you have one on your Xiaomi model).

6 How to save and restore recordings of conversations

Call records on Xiaomi are stored in internal memory by default along the way:

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/

or (for third-party applications):

/storage/emulated/0/Android/media/[name appendix]/

To avoid losing important files:

• 📁 Backup: copy the records to Google Drive, Yandex.Disk or physical media.
• 🔄 Automatic Sync: In apps like Cube Call Recorder, set up automatic uploads to the cloud.
• 🗑️ Cleanup: Regularly delete unnecessary files as they take up space (one minute write in format.mp3 weight ~1 MBB).

If your Suddenly records are gone, try to restore them with apps like DiskDigger or Recuva (you need root for deep scanning). Also check the Trash folder (if you use MIUI File Manager, the Recycle Bin stores files for 30 days).

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On models with MIUI 14+, call recordings can be automatically encrypted, using the built-in MIUI Music player or transferring files to your PC to listen to them.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after setting up the right conversation record on Xiaomi, users are faced with common errors, and here are the most common ways to fix them:

Xiaomi 13 Pro and Redmi K60 s MIUI 15 recording through third-party applications can be blocked due to a new privacy protection mechanism, in which case only recording through the second will help. SIM-map.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions