Advertising in Google Chrome on Xiaomi smartphones is one of the most common problems users face, and even after installing ad blockers, many people notice that banners continue to appear in search results, on websites and even in the form of pop-up notifications. Xiaomi integrates its own advertising mechanisms at the system level. MIUI It is actively working with Google Mobile Services, which makes it difficult to do so.
In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to remove ads in Chrome on Xiaomi, from basic browser settings to deep changes in the system. It is important to understand that some methods require permission to install from unknown sources, and some may conflict with Google Play policies. We will also explain how to distinguish Xiaomi system advertising from regular banners on sites and why standard blockers often do not work.
Why Chrome ads on Xiaomi aren’t blocked in standard ways
The main reason is the dual advertising ecosystem, Xiaomi smartphones use:
- 🔹 Google Ads – embedded in Chrome, YouTube and other services through Google Mobile Services (GMS).
- 🔹 Advertising from Xiaomi - through MIUI System Ads that can appear even in the settings menu.
- 🔹 Advertising from third-party sites – banners, popanders and videos that are downloaded when visiting web pages.
Standard blockers like AdBlock Plus or uBlock Origin only handle the third type. The first two require deep MIUI settings or even shutting down system services. Moreover, Xiaomi regularly updates its ad-show mechanisms, so methods that worked in 2022-2023 may be useless today.
⚠️ Warning: Disabling advertising through changing system files (hosts, build.prop) can lead to loss of warranty or unstable smartphone operation.
Method 1: Chrome settings – what can be turned off without third-party programs
Before you resort to drastic measures, check the internal settings of Google Chrome. Many users are unaware that the browser itself has tools to reduce the amount of advertising.
Open Chrome and go to the: ⋮ (Menus) → Settings → Confidentiality and security
- 🛡️ Turn off Personalized Ads – This will reduce the number of targeted banners from Google.
- 🔍 Activate Safe Browsing – it blocks some malicious ad networks.
- 📵 Disable notifications from sites in the Settings section of the site → Notifications.
You should also go to Settings → Google → Advertising and reset your advertising ID. This will not remove the ads completely, but will make them less intrusive. However, this method does not work against system advertising MIUI and banners on sites with aggressive monetization (for example, torrent trackers or streaming sites).
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If you still see ads after the changes, try clearing the cache and Chrome data in the Android settings: Settings → Apps → Chrome → Storage → Clear the cache / data.
Method 2: Adblockers – What works for Xiaomi in 2026
The standard Chrome extensions (like AdBlock) on mobile devices don’t block browser-level ads — they only work on desktop.
- Browsers with built-in blocker: 🌐 Brave Browser – Blocks Ads and Trackers by Default. 🦊 Firefox Focus – a minimalist browser with advertising protection. 🛡️ Kiwi Browser – supports uBlock Origin extensions (installed as a regular Android app).
Local. VPN-blocker
- 🔒 Blokada – Creates a local VPN and filters out advertising domains.
- 🚫 AdGuard - has a function DNS-Filtering without root rights.
This method blocks up to 90% of ads, including MIUI system banners and some Google ads, but it has downsides:
- 🔄 After updating MIUI The hosts file may be reset.
- 📵 Some apps (such as Mi Video or Mi Browser) will stop working properly.
What to do if the hosts are reset after rebooting?
Method 5: Installation of custom firmware (radical-method)
If you’re willing to go to extremes, installing custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) will completely remove Xiaomi’s system advertising, but this method is only suitable for:
- 🔧 Users with an unlocked bootloader.
- 📱 Devices that are not guaranteed.
- 💻 Those who know how to work with ADB, Fastboot and TWRP.
Advantages of custom firmware:
- 🚫 There is no system advertising, neither from Xiaomi nor from Google.
- 🔄 Regular security updates (as opposed to regular security updates) MIUI, where updates are often delayed).
- 🛠️ Ability to remove unnecessary system applications (debloat).
Cons:
- ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if bootloader has been officially unlocked, warranty is only for hardware).
- 🔋 Possible problems with autonomy (some custom firmware is less optimized for the battery).
- 📱 Some features of Xiaomi, for example, IR Blaster or Game Turbo may not work.
⚠️ Note: On devices with MediaTek processors (e.g. Redmi) 10A or POCO M4 Pro) unlocking the bootloader may result in loss IMEI Check the compatibility of your model in the forum before you run the firmware. XDA Developers.
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Custom firmware is the most radical, but also the most effective way to get rid of advertising, but it is only suitable for advanced users who are willing to sacrifice stability for the sake of cleanliness.
What to do if the advertisement still appears
If none of the methods worked, check the following points:
- 🔍 Update. MIUI Up to the latest version – in new versions, bugs with advertising are sometimes corrected.
- 📵 Check the installed applications – some programs (e.g, UC Browser or Clean Master install hidden advertising SDK.
If the ads only appear on specific sites (such as Ozone or Avito), the problem is not in the smartphone, but in the resource itself.
- 🌐 Using Tor Browser (Hidden by Yours) IP and locks down trackers).
- 🔄 Enable Reading Mode Without Distractions in Chrome (for articles).