How to save contacts in Google account on Xiaomi Redmi: full instructions with nuances

Losing contacts on a smartphone is one of the most unpleasant situations for the user, and this issue is especially acute for owners of Xiaomi Redmi, where by default contacts can be stored in the local memory of the device or the user. SIM-If you don't sync with your Google account, you risk losing all numbers when you reset your settings, break your phone, or even replace your phone. SIM-swelling.

In this article, we will discuss not only the basic ways to save contacts in Google Contacts on Xiaomi Redmi (including the Redmi Note models). 12/13, Redmi 10/11 And others), but also nuances, which are rarely written: what to do if the synchronization does not work, how to transfer contacts from the Internet. SIM-And how to check if your contacts are actually saved in the cloud, not just on your phone.

Why it’s important to keep your contacts on Google, not your phone

Many users of Xiaomi Redmi do not even suspect that by default new contacts are saved to the local memory of the device or on the device. SIM-It's fraught with risk:

• 📱 Data loss when resetting settings, updating MIUI or phone breakdown.
• 🔄 Problems with transferring contacts to a new smartphone (you will have to manually copy each number).
• 📵 Lack of backup if the phone is stolen or fails.
• 🔍 Google Contacts Can Search by Phrases, Local Contacts Can't.

The Google account offers:

• ☁️ Automatic Cloud Sync (access to contacts from any device).
• 🔄 Recovery of remote contacts within 30 days.
• 📊 User-friendly web interface for managing records (contacts.google.com).
• 🤖 Integration with other Google services (Gmail, Meet, Calendar).

Xiaomi Redmi has two main ways of transferring contacts to Google: through sync settings or manual export/import.

Method 1: Automatic synchronization of contacts with Google

This is the most reliable and simple method. If you haven't already connected your Google account to your phone, do it in advance. MIUI 12/13/14:

1. Open Settings → Accounts and Sync (or Passwords and Accounts in newer versions of MIUI).
2. Select your Google account (if not, add it through Add Account).
3. Slip on the line Sync account.
4. Find the Contacts item and turn on the slider (should turn blue).
5. Click More (three dots in the upper right corner) → Sync now.

Google account added to phone settings

Slider "Contacts" in synchronization is enabled

Manual synchronization is started (Sync Now button)

Contacts are displayed at contacts.google.com-->

If your contacts don’t appear on Google after these actions, check:

• 🔌 Internet connection (synchronization works only with active Wi-Fi or mobile network).
• 📱 Version MIUI: firmware (MIUI 11 and below) the path to settings may be different.
• 🔄 Dubbing: Sometimes contacts are saved both on Google and locally, creating confusion.

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If you have two Google accounts on your phone, make sure that sync is enabled for where you want to save contacts. By default, MIUI can use the first account added.

Method 2: Manually export and import contacts to Google

If automatic synchronization didn’t work (for example, because of a Google server error), you can manually transfer contacts. SIM-maps and telephones in one place.

Instructions for Xiaomi Redmi:

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person’s silhouette).
2. Tap it on. ⋮ (three-point) → Contact management → Import/Export of contacts.
3. Select Export in the file and specify where to export: 📱 Memory of the phone (if the contacts are stored locally). 📇 SIM-card (if the numbers are recorded on the SIM).

Select the file format.vcf (this is the standard for contacts).

Save the file to a convenient location (such as Downloads).

Now import the file to Google:

• Go to contacts.google.com from your phone or PC.
• Click Import → select the saved.vcf file.

This is a way to make sure you're able to carry all the contacts, but it takes more action, but you can:

• 🔍 Check duplicates before importing (Google Contacts can find them).
• 📂 Save a backup of contacts on PC.
• 📱 Move contacts from iPhone or other Android device.

How to check if your contacts are saved on Google

Many Xiaomi Redmi users think their contacts are synchronized, but they are actually only in the phone's memory to make sure everything is in order:

1. Open contacts.google.com in your browser (preferably from your computer).
2. Sign in with the same account as on your phone.
3. Check if all your contacts are displayed. If the list is empty, the sync doesn't work.

You can also check directly on your phone:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap on. ⋮ → Contact management → Contact display.
3. Make sure you select Google (not Phone or SIM).

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If you find that your contacts are not in Google, export them manually immediately (see Method 2).

Problem Solving: Why Contacts Are Not Synchronized

Sometimes on Xiaomi Redmi sync with Google does not work even after turning on all settings.

1. Error "Synchronization disabled by the administrator"

This problem often occurs on device-controlled (MDM) work phones or after installing third-party applications to save battery.

• 🔧 Check in Settings → Annexes → Special access → Device administrators and disable unnecessary programs.
• 📱 Reboot the phone.
• 🔄 Delete and re-add your Google account.

2. Contacts are duplicated

This happens if the same contact is saved both on Google and locally to fix:

1. Open Google Contacts → Doubles (on the left menu).
2. Press Combine All.
3. On your phone, select only Google in your contact settings (hide local ones).

3. The synchronization hinges on "Waiting..."

A frequent problem on Xiaomi Redmi with custom firmware or after MIUI updates.

• 📶 Check your internet connection (sometimes switching from Wi-Fi to mobile data helps).
• ⏳ Give your phone 10-15 minutes – sometimes sync is delayed.
• 🔄 Clear the cache of the Google Contacts and Google Play Services app in the settings.

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If nothing works, try installing an alternative contact app like Simple Contacts or Contapps, which often work better with synchronization.

Transfer of contacts with SIM-Maps on Google on Xiaomi Redmi

Many users still keep their contacts on the SIM-It's the most unreliable way to get them to Google:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Tap. ⋮ → Contact management → Import/Export of contacts.
3. Select Import with SIM-map.
4. Indicate where to import: select your Google account.
5. Confirm the import.

Important nuances:

• 📱 One on one. SIM-The card usually contains no more than 250 contacts.
• 🔤 Names and numbers SIM limited to 15-20 characters (long entries will be cut).
• 📇 Contact photos and additional fields (email, address) SIM persist.

How to Restore Remote Contacts on Google

If you accidentally delete a contact from Google (or it disappeared after resetting your phone), you can return it within 30 days.

1. Go to contacts.google.com.
2. In the menu on the left, select the basket.
3. Mark the contacts you want (or click Select All).
4. Press Restore.

Please note:

• ⏳ Contacts are stored in the basket for exactly 30 days, after which they are deleted irrevocably.
• 🔄 Recovered contacts are automatically synced to the phone.
• 📱 If the contact was deleted only from your phone (but stayed on Google), just turn on the sync again.

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If you deleted a contact more than a month ago, there is no chance of recovery.

FAQ: Frequent questions about contacts on Xiaomi Redmi