How to completely delete cookies on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones: all ways

Cookies (or “cookies”) are small pieces of data that websites store on your device to store session, preference and authorization information. On Xiaomi Redmi smartphones running MIUI, cookies accumulate not only in browsers but also in some applications, which over time can slow down your device or create privacy problems. For example, if you often use Google Chrome, MIUI Browser or social networks, the amount of cookies stored can reach several megabytes - and this affects page load speed and even autonomy.

Unlike computers where the cache and cookies are cleared in a couple of clicks, on Android devices, the process depends on the version of MIUI, the smartphone model (for example, Redmi Note 12 or POCO X5) and the browser used. Moreover, some Xiaomi system applications (such as com.miui.browser) store cookies in protected memory areas, which requires separate actions. In this article, we will discuss all the current methods of deleting cookies – from standard settings to hidden MIUI functions, which are not even written about in the official documentation.

Why you should delete cookies on Xiaomi Redmi

Many users mistakenly believe that cookies are harmless and can be left uncleaned for years, but in practice, the accumulation of these files leads to several problems:

• 🐢 Slowing down the browser: Each cookie saved increases the processing time of requests. For example, when you open VKontakte or YouTube, the device spends extra milliseconds checking outdated data.
• 🔒 Privacy Leak: Cookies may contain authorization tokens, history of visits, and even bank card details (if you have used online banking.
• 📱 Application crashes: Some services (such as AliExpress or TikTok) use cookies to store settings, and if they are damaged, errors such as “Session has expired” or endless reloading of pages can occur.
• 🔄 Updates: After major updates MIUI (for example, transition MIUI 13 on MIUI 14) old cookies may interfere with the correct operation of new features such as Quick Apps or Mi Share.

It is especially critical to clear cookies if you:

• 🔄 Switching between accounts in the same browser (for example, two Google or Facebook profiles).
• 🛡️ Use public Wi-Fi (at airports, cafes) where the probability of interception of data is high.
• 📉 We noticed that the smartphone became faster discharge for no apparent reason (cookies can be in background synchronization with servers).

⚠️ Note: Deleting cookies will result in the withdrawal of all accounts on the sites (including Google, VK, Ozone) and reset personalized settings (such as the theme or interface language) save important passwords in advance to Mi Password Manager or another manager.

Method 1: Clearing cookies in Google Chrome

Google Chrome is the most popular browser on Xiaomi Redmi, and its cookie clearing settings are different from the standard. MIUI (starting MIUI 12.5) The path to the menu has changed, so the old instructions may not work. Here's the current algorithm for Chrome 120+:

1. Open Google Chrome and tap the icon «⋮» (three points) in upper right corner.
2. Choose a History. → Clear the data.
3. Tab Primary → check the boxes: 🍪 Cookies and website data 🗑️ Cached images and files (optional but recommended)

Time range

All the time.

Delete the data

If after cleaning the site began to load more slowly, try to disable the option Save traffic in the settings of Chrome (Settings → Lite mode).

Synchronize bookmarks with a Google account

Save important passwords in Mi Password Manager

Close all tabs with unfinished forms (baskets, payments)

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Method 2: Delete cookies in MIUI Browser

The standard MIUI Browser (com.miui.browser) is integrated into Xiaomi’s firmware and has unique cleaning settings. Unlike Chrome, cookies are stored in a secure partition of memory, so you will need access to system tools to clean them completely.

Instructions for MIUI 13/14:

1. Open up. MIUI Browser and click on the icon «⋮» → Settings.
2. Go to Privacy and Security → Clear the data.
3. Choose: 🍪 Cookies and website data 🗃️ Cash (optional)

Clean up

If the option to Clear data is inactive, it means that the browser is blocked by MIUI policies.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find MIUI Browser in the list and tap it.
3. Select Storage → Clear the data (this will delete all browser data, including history!).

⚠️ Note: Some Redmi models (e.g. Redmi) 10A or POCO M4 Pro) after data clearance MIUI Browser can reset to factory settings, including homepage and search engine.To return Google instead of Bing, go to Browser Settings → Search engine.

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Method 3: Clearing cookies for all applications through Android settings

If you want to delete cookies not only in browsers, but also in other applications (for example, Instagram, Tinkoff Bank or Wildberries), you can use the Android system tool. This method is suitable for MIUI 12-14 and does not require root rights.

Algorithm of action:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search bar, enter the name of the application (for example, VKontakte).
3. Tap on the app. → Warehouse.
4. Click Clear Cache (this will delete temporary files, but not cookies!).
5. For complete cleaning, select Clear Data (⚠️ This will remove all application settings, including logins!).

Some applications (such as Telegram or WhatsApp) store cookies in encrypted form and do not allow them to be deleted through standard settings, in which case only reinstallation of the program will help.

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If after cleaning cookies the application has become incorrect, try to disable VPN or proxy in settings MIUI (Settings → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Access point (APN)). Sometimes conflicts arise due to geolocation data in cookies.

Method 4: Use the Developer Mode (for experienced users)

If standard methods fail, you can use hidden MIUI features available in developer mode, which is suitable for removing system cookies that are stored by Google Play Services or Mi Account services.

How to turn on the developer mode on Xiaomi Redmi:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 7 times on the MIUI version (you will be notified “You became a developer”).
3. Back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers.

Next, follow the following steps:

1. Activate the USB Debugging option (optional, but recommended for stability).
2. Find the Do Not Save Actions item and enable it (this will prevent applications from saving cookies after closing).
3. For forced cleaning of system cookies: adb shell pm clear com.google.android.gms Note: this command requires connection to the PC and installed ADB-Drivers. Once completed, you will need to re-authorize your services to Google.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect use of the developer mode can lead to failures in the work MIUI. For example, disabling the option Restricting background processes can cause excessive battery consumption. Before experimenting, back up through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

Method 5: Automatically clear cookies with third-party utilities

If you are too lazy to manually clean cookies or want to automate the process, you can use specialized applications. Xiaomi Redmi works well:

• 🧹 CCleaner - clears cache, cookies and unnecessary files. MIUI 12–14.
• 🔍 SD Maid – advanced cleaning, including system cookies (requires root for full functionality).
• 🛡️ Avast Cleanup – deletes cookies with privacy in mind (there is a function “Anti-spying»).

Example of cleaning through CCleaner:

1. Install the app from the Play Market and open it.
2. Go to the Cleanup tab.
3. Select Browsers and tick the desired applications (Chrome, MIUI Browser, etc.).
4. Press Analysis and then Clean.

Beware of fake utilities like Super Cleaner for MIUI, which often contain adware or viruses. Check reviews and ratings in the Play Market before installing.

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The utility side cannot clear the cookies of Xiaomi system applications (for example, com.xiaomi.mipicks or com.miui.securitycenter). MIUI.

What to do if cookies are not deleted

Sometimes cookies can get stuck in the memory of the device even after all the manipulations.

• 🔄 Failures in work MIUI (For example, after a failed update).
• 🔒 Protection against changing system files (on some Redmi models) MIUI Global).

Solutions for complex cases:

1. Reset browser settings: In Chrome: Settings → Settings Reset. In MIUI Browser: delete and reinstall the browser through the Play Market.
2. Virus Check: Install Malwarebytes or Dr.Web Light and scan the device. android.permission.WRITE_SECURE_SETTINGS — They can block the cleanup.
3. Manual cleaning via ADB (for advanced users): adb shell pm clear com.android.chrome adb shell pm clear com.miui.browser Note: requires a PC connection and enabled USB debugging.
4. Reset to factory settings (extreme): Create a backup through Settings → Additional → Backup. Go to Settings → About Phone → Reset. Select Delete all data (this will delete everything, including photos and apps!).

If the problem persists even after a reset, it may indicate a hardware failure in the memory module (e.g., on the Redmi Note 11 with a defective UFS 2.2 chip).

FAQ: Frequent questions about deleting cookies on Xiaomi Redmi