How to permanently remove GetApps with Xiaomi Redmi Note 9 Pro: from blackout to deep cleaning

Why GetApps is interfering with Redmi Note 9 Pro users and can it be safely removed?

GetApps (or com.xiaomi.mipicks) is the default app on all Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 9 Pro, and is often annoying users. It not only takes up space in memory, but also aggressively sends out notifications, consumes traffic in the background, and can automatically install recommended games without your consent. Despite being the official app store from Xiaomi, many prefer to use Google Play or alternative sources.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working ways to get rid of GetApps, from simple shutdown to complete removal by system methods. It is important to understand that Redmi Note 9 Pro runs on MIUI (versions 12, 13 or 14), where some system applications are protected from removal. However, workarounds exist - the main thing is to follow the instructions and take risks into account. If you are not sure about your actions, start with the safest methods (sections 2-3), and then move on to radical ones (sections 4-5).

Before you start, check your firmware version: go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI version. This will help avoid errors, as different versions of MIUI may have different paths to settings.

Method 1: Disable GetApps through Settings (without root)

The easiest and safest method is to disable the app, not remove it completely.This will stop background activity, notifications and updates, but the app itself will remain on the system.

Instructions:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 In the search bar, type GetApps or GetApp (the name may vary depending on the region).
• 🚫 Click on the app, then select Disable (if the button is inactive, first click Stop).
• ⚠️ Confirm the action in the dialog box. the app will be "frozen", but its icon will remain on the menu.

⚠️ Warning: Once you turn off, GetApps will no longer update, but its data (cache, settings) will remain on the device. If you want to use it again, turn it on in the same settings.

This method does not require superuser rights and is reversible, but has a limitation: MIUI can automatically turn on disabled system applications after updating. To avoid this, proceed to the next method.

Method 2: Remove updates and reset to factory version

If GetApps has been updated through Google Play or itself, it can be rolled back to a factory version that takes up less space and has no unnecessary features, which works even without root rights, but requires manual cache deletion.

Step-by-step:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → GetApps → Storage.
2. Click Clear Cache and Clear Data (this will delete all temporary files and app settings).
3. Return to the app information screen and click on the three dots in the upper right corner → Remove updates.
4. Confirm action. The app will return to the factory version (usually v5.x.x instead of the current v7.x.x).

After the rollback, prohibit auto-update:

• 🛡️ Open Google Play, find GetApps in the list of installed apps.
• 🔄 Press three points. → Turn off auto-update.

Clear the cache and application data

Remove updates through settings

Disable Auto Update in Google Play

Reboot your phone to apply changes-->

This method will reduce the size of the application from ~100 MB to ~30 MB and stop background activity, but the GetApps icon will remain on the menu, and the store will be available for launch (albeit in a stripped-down version).

Method 3: Remove via ADB (without root but with PC)

For users willing to connect the Redmi Note 9 Pro to a computer, there is a method of uninstalling through Android Debug Bridge (ADB).This is an official tool from Google that allows you to manage system applications without obtaining root rights.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows, macOS or Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📥 ADB Fastboot Tools (download and unpack in a separate folder).
• 🔧 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (path: Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times press the version → return to Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).

Instructions for removal:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and select File Transfer mode.
2. Open the command prompt (cmd) in the folder with ADB and type:

adb devices

(Your device name should appear – if not, check the drivers or cable.)

1. Enter the command to delete GetApps:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks

1. Reboot the phone. The app will disappear from the menu.

⚠️ Attention: Uninstall Team -k removes the application only for the current user (without affecting system files). This is safe, but after resetting settings or updating MIUI GetApps can come back. You need root to remove it completely (see method). 5).

If the team doesn’t work, try an alternative:

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks

This will disable the application at the system level, but will not delete its files.

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Back up important data before using ADB. While the method is safe, errors in commanding can lead to unstable system operation.

Method 4: Blocking through a Hosts file (for power users)

If GetApps isn't deleted, but you want to block it from accessing the Internet, you can edit the hosts file on your phone, which will stop notifications, ads and updates from downloading, and the method requires root rights or ADB use.

How it works:

• 🌐 The hosts file is responsible for redirecting domain names, and if you add the GetApps server addresses to it, the application won't be able to connect to the network.
• 🔒 Without root, the file can only be edited through ADB, But the changes will reset after the reboot.

Instructions via ADB:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and open the cmd in the folder with ADB.
2. Download the hosts file to your computer:

adb pull /system/etc/hosts

1. Open the downloaded file in Notepad and add at the end of the line:

127.0.0.1 app.mi.com


127.0.0.1 api.mi.com




127.0.0.1 sdkconfig.ad.xiaomi.com

1. Save the file and download it back:

adb push hosts /system/etc/


adb shell chmod 644 /system/etc/hosts

For permanent effect, root or custom repair (TWRP) is needed, otherwise the changes will disappear after the reboot.

Method 5: Complete removal with root and TWRP

If you’re ready for radical measures, root rights and custom recovery (TWRP) installation will allow you to permanently delete GetApps, including all of its system files, which is suitable for power users, as it carries risks:

• 🚨 Loss of warranty (if the phone is under warranty).
• 🔄 Risk of "Brike" (inoperability) in case of errors.
• 🔒 Security breach (some banking applications will stop working).

Step-by-step:

1. Unlock Bootloader on Redmi Note 9 Pro via Xiaomi’s official website (requires a Mi Account and wait 7-30 days).
2. Install TWRP for your model (download the current version from twrp.me).
3. Download Magisk to get root rights.
4. Download to TWRP (Power + Volume Up buttons) and swipe Magisk.zip.
5. Install Root Explorer or Titanium Backup from Google Play.
6. Find and delete folders: /system/priv-app/MiAppStore/system/app/MiAppStore (if any) /data/app/com.xiaomi.mipicks*

Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Note: Do not update after deleting system files MIUI through the standard menu - this can return GetApps. Use only custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience).

GetApps Alternatives: Which App Stores Can You Use?

If you have removed GetApps but want to have access to alternative stores, consider the following options:

• 📦 Google Play Store is the main source of apps, but some games and utilities may not be available in your area.
• 🌍 Aurora Store – open client for Google Play without tracking (requires registration through an anonymous account).
• 🛡️ F-Droid – open source store (free apps only, no ads).
• 🎮 APKMirror is a reliable source APK-virus-checking files.
• 📱 APKPure is a wide catalog alternative, but cautious: some APK may contain advertisements.

For installation APK-Allow installation from unknown sources:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Special Rights → Installation from unknown sources.
2. Select the browser or file manager through which you will install the APK.
3. Turn on the permit.

If you are worried about security, use VirusTotal to check for downloaded files before installing.

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Removing GetApps does not disrupt the core features of the Redmi Note 9 Pro. However, if you use Xiaomi services (such as Mi Cloud or Mi Fit), some features may require standard apps.

FAQ: Frequent questions about getting Apps removed