How to permanently remove GetApps from Xiaomi phone: from manual shutdown to deep cleaning

Why GetApps are Interfering with Users and Can It Be Safely Deleted

GetApps (or Xiaomi App Store) is the default app for all smartphones of the brand – from the budget Redmi Note 12 to the flagship Xiaomi 14 Ultra. Officially, it is positioned as an alternative to Google Play, but in practice, most users are faced with its intrusive behavior: automatic updates in the background, advertising notifications about “recommended” games and constant traffic consumption. Moreover, in some regions GetApps blocks the installation of APK from third-party sources if they duplicate applications from its directory.

The issue of removing GetApps is complicated by the fact that it is a system application with the rights android:sharedUserId="android.uid.system." A simple click on "Delete" in the app menu is not available - the button is either missing or inactive. However, there are legal and illegal methods of disposing of it, including disabling through the use of a computer. ADB, removal ROOT-It's important to understand the risks: wrong actions can lead to failure. MIUI loss of warranty.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current methods, from the safest (disabling updates) to the radical (complete removal via TWRP). Each method is tested on MIUI 14/15 and compatible with models from 2020-2026. If you are not sure about your technical skills, we recommend starting with the first three points – they do not require unlocking the bootloader.

Method 1: Disable updates and notifications GetApps

The easiest and safest method is not to physically delete the application, but to block its activity, which will not free up memory, but will stop background processes, notifications and traffic consumption, suitable for users who are afraid to interfere with system files.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search bar, enter GetApps (or "App Store").
• ⚙️ Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Disable Notifications.
• 🔄 Return to the main menu of the app and select Limit background activity.
• 📥 In the Storage section, click Clear cache and Clear data.

After this, GetApps will stop showing ads and updating in the background. However, the application itself will remain on the system and will take up about 50-80 MB of memory. If you need to vacate space completely, move on to the following methods.

Method 2: Removal through ADB (without ROOT-rights)

The method using Android Debug Bridge (ADB) Allows you to uninstall GetApps without receiving ROOT-The advantage is that you have a warranty and the risk of bricking is minimal if you follow the instructions. MIUI The app could come back.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📦 Installed drivers ADB Fastboot (you can download from the official Android website).
• ⚙️ Included debugging by USB (Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to the computer and confirm the debugging permission on the smartphone screen.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run an optional command to delete GetApps: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks For some regions, an alternative command may be required: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.mi.globalShop
5. Reboot the phone.

Installed ADB| Drivers Enabled USB| Connected phone to PC| Checked connection with adb devices| Made backup of data-->

If GetApps disappeared from the app menu after the reboot, the operation was successful. Otherwise, try repeating the command or checking the correct name of the package (this may vary depending on the version of MIUI).

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.xiaomi.mipicks

This is useful if you update after the update. MIUI The app has stopped working correctly.-->

Method 3: Use of uninstallation applications (requires ROOT)

If you already have ROOT-You can delete GetApps using specialized utilities, this method gives more control, but requires caution: incorrect deletion of system files can lead to a bootloop ( looped reboot).

The best removal applications:

Instructions for System App Remover:

1. Install the application and provide ROOT-access.
2. In the search box, type mipicks or globalShop.
3. Select the app you found and click Uninstall.
4. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

Warning: Before mass removal of system applications, be sure to create a backup via TWRP or OrangeFox. Recovery via Mi Cloud will not return deleted system files!

Method 4: Remove via TWRP (for power users)

If you use custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox), you can manually remove GetApps through the file manager, which is suitable for those who have already unlocked the bootloader and installed an alternative firmware (such as Pixel Experience or LineageOS).

Step-by-step:

• 🔄 Download your phone to Recovery Mode (usually Power) + Loudness up).
• 📁 Go to Advanced. → File Manager.
• 🔍 Find the file. /system/priv-app/MiAppStore or /system/app/Mipicks (path may differ).
• 🗑️ Delete the entire folder or only files with the.apk and.odex extensions.
• 🔄 Reboot the phone.

After deleting, it is recommended to clean Dalvik/ART Cache in TWRP to avoid errors when booting the system. If after the reboot there are failures (for example, flashing screen or constant reboots), restore deleted files from the backup.

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TWRP removal is the most radical method, but it is guaranteed to get rid of GetApps forever. It is only suitable for users with an unlocked bootloader and custom recavery installed.

Method 5: Blocking through hosts file (alternative to deletion)

If you only need to block GetApps from accessing the internet (for example, to stop ads or updates), you can edit the hosts file.This won't delete the app, but will make it useless.The method works without ROOT, but requires ADB.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and activate ADB (as in Method 2).
2. Download the hosts file from your phone: adb pull /system/etc/hosts
3. Open the file in any text editor and add the lines: 127.0.0.1 app.market.xiaomi.com 127.0.0.1 api.game.mi.com
4. Save the file and download back: adb push hosts /system/etc/ adb shell chmod 644 /system/etc/hosts
5. Reboot the phone.

GetApps will no longer be able to connect to Xiaomi servers to download updates or ads, and the method will be reduced by resetting or updating MIUI, and the hosts file will return to its original state.

What to do if GetApps is back after the MIUI update

Even after successful removal, GetApps may reappear after installing the next MIUI update, because the firmware contains the original set of system applications.

• 🔄 Remove the update: if the new version MIUI brought more problems than benefits, you can go back to the previous one through Fastboot (instructions are on the Internet). XDA Developers).
• 🔧 Repeat deletion: Use the same method as before (e.g, ADB Titanium Backup).
• 🚫 Turn off automatic updates: go to Settings → The phone. → Updating the system → Three points. → Settings and deactivate the option Automatic boot.
• 📦 Install custom firmware: for example, Pixel Experience or LineageOS without preinstalled Xiaomi apps.

If you don’t want to waste time re-deleting, consider the ADB-blocked option:

adb shell pm hide com.xiaomi.mipicks

This command does not remove the application, but simply hides it from the system, which prevents automatic recovery.

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Before upgrading MIUI, always back up TWRP! This will allow you to quickly restore the system if something goes wrong, especially for users with an unlocked bootloader.

FAQ: Frequent questions about getting Apps removed

If none of the methods worked or you are afraid of damaging the system, consider turning the application off via ADB without completely removing it.It is safer and does not require deep technical knowledge.For most users, Method 1 (disable notifications) or Method 2 (ADB) is enough.

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Before any manipulation of system applications, back up via Mi Cloud or TWRP. This will save your data and allow you to roll back changes if necessary.