How to Remove Google Play from Xiaomi Phone: Instructions for All Models

Removing Google Play from Xiaomi phones is a challenge that many users are concerned about: some want to get rid of unnecessary Google services to save battery life, some want complete privacy, and some just don’t use the app store. However, on most Xiaomi models (especially with global firmware MIUI), Google Play is integrated into the system at the firmware level, making it a non-trivial task to remove it.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can go from simple disabling to complete removal with ADB and root rights, which Redmi, POCO or Mi models allow you to uninstall Google services without consequences, and where this can lead to failures, and we’ll also analyze alternatives, such as using the Aurora Store or manually installing APK.

Before you start, consider that removing system applications is always risky. On some firmware, it can disrupt Google Play Services, which will cause errors in other applications (such as banking or instant messengers). If you are not sure, test the method first on a data backup.

Why Google Play is Hard to Remove from Xiaomi

On Xiaomi smartphones with global MIUI firmware (e.g. Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 11), Google services are sewn into the system section /system/priv-app.

• 🔹 Normal removal through Settings → Applications are not available (the "Delete" button is inactive).
• 🔹 Even after disabling via adb, the app can recover after the update. MIUI.
• 🔹 On some models (e.g. Xiaomi) 13T Google Play is protected by dm-verity mechanism, which blocks changes to system files.

Google Play Services is closely integrated with MIUI, and its removal may result in:

• 🚨 Mistakes in synchronization of Xiaomi account.
• 🚨 Inoperability of push notifications in some applications.
• 🚨 Geolocation problems (if applications use Google’s FusedLocationProvider).

Another trap is regional firmware: Chinese versions of MIUI (without Google) don't require removal, but they don't support some languages and have service restrictions, and global and European firmware, by contrast, are tailored to the Google ecosystem.

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Before deleting, check if Google Play is used for login in games or banking applications.Some services (such as Google Pay or Genshin Impact) require an official store.

Method 1: Turn off Google Play without deleting (the safest)

If you just need to stop the background activity of the store, but not remove it completely, use the shutdown.This method works on all Xiaomi models (including Redmi Note 11, POCO F4, Mi 12 Lite) and does not require root rights.

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the search, type in the Google Play Store and select it.
3. Click Disable (if the button is inactive, click Stop first).
4. Confirm the action in the dialog window.

To completely disable background processes:

1. Go to Settings → Accounts and Sync → Google.
2. Turn off synchronization for all services.
3. Return to App Management and disable Google Play Services and Google Services Framework.

⚠️ Note: Google Play Services will stop working after shutdown:

• 📍 Accurate location determination in maps.
• 🔔 Push notifications in some messengers (for example, Telegram or Viber).
• 🎮 Authorization in games through Google Play Games.

Make a backup copy of the data|Check the list of apps that depend on Google|Disable two-factor authorization via Google Authenticator (if used)|Make sure there is an alternative app store on your phone (APKMirror, Aurora Store)-->

Method 2: Remove Google Play via ADB (without root)

If the shutdown isn’t enough, you can uninstall Google Play using Android Debug Bridge (ADB).This method works on most Xiaomi models with the bootloader unlocked, but doesn’t require root rights. Suitable for Redmi 10, POCO X3 Pro, Mi 11 Lite 5G and other devices on MIUI 12-14.

What you need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB and Fastboot.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI — Press 7 times, then Settings → Additionally. → For developers → Debugging by USB).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to the PC and confirm the debugging permission.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) in the adb folder.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must display the serial number of your device.
4. Run the command to delete Google Play Store: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.android.vending
5. To remove Google Play Services (optional but recommended for complete disabling): adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gms

⚠️ Note: Some firmware (e.g. HyperOS on Xiaomi 14) may not work because of system partition protection, requiring root or custom firmware.

After removal:

• ✅ Google Play Store will disappear from the menu.
• ✅ com.google.android.gms background processes will stop consuming battery.
• ❌ Some apps (such as YouTube or Gmail) may stop updating.

Method 3: Complete removal with root rights

If you're willing to go to drastic measures, you can get root rights and remove Google Play at the system file level. This method is suitable for power users and requires unlocking the bootloader. Works on all Xiaomi models, including the Redmi K60, POCO F4 GT, Xiaomi 13 Ultra.

⚠️ Note: Getting root rights voids the warranty and may result in:

• 🔐 Block some banking applications (due to SafetyNet trigger).
• 📵 Problems with OTA-Updates (you will need to update manually).
• 🛠️ Unstable work MIUI (If you incorrectly change system files).

Instructions:

1. Unlock the bootloader through Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Xiaomi account binding and a wait of 7-15 days).
2. Install custom recovery TWRP for your model (see instructions on XDA Developers).
3. Use Magisk to get root rights: fastboot flash boot magisk_patched.img
4. Download to TWRP and delete the following files: /system/priv-app/PrebuiltGmsCore/ /system/priv-app/Phonesky/ /system/app/GmsCore/
5. Clean the cache and dalvik-cache in TWRP, then restart.

After removal:

• 📌 Google Play and related services will be removed without recovery through standard means.
• 📌 To install applications, you will need to use alternative stores (for example, Aurora Store or F-Droid).
• 📌 Certain functions MIUI (For example, cloud backups may stop working.

Alternatives to Google Play on Xiaomi

If you have removed Google Play but still need to install apps, consider the following alternatives:

To install applications from these sources:

1. Download. APK-phone-file.
2. Allow installation from unknown sources in Settings → Applications → Special Rights → Installation of unknown applications.
3. Open the file through any file manager (e.g. Mi File Manager).

⚠️ Attention: When installed APK manually:

• 🛡️ Always check the hash of the file (for example, through Hash Droid).
• 🔄 Updates will have to be installed independently.
• 🚫 Avoid "modified" ones" APK (For example, from sites like BlackMod or RevDL, they may contain malicious code.

Restore Google Play after Deletion

If you change your mind or have problems after deleting, you can restore Google Play in several ways:

• 🔄 Through MIUI Recovery: Reset your phone to factory settings (Settings) → The phone. → Resetting. This will bring back all system applications, but delete your data.
• 📥 Hand-mounted APK: Download the latest versions of com.android.vending and com.google.android.gms from APKMirror and install them manually.
• 🔧 Through ADB: If the application has been disabled rather than removed, do: adb shell pm enable com.android.vending adb shell pm install-existing com.android.vending
• 📦 Fastboot Firmware: For a full recovery, run the original firmware MIUI via Mi Flash Tool (instructions at xiaomiflash.com).

If Google Play is not working after recovery:

• 🔄 Reboot the phone.
• 📶 Check your internet connection (Google Play requires a stable connection for first sync).
• 🔧 Clear the cache and application data in Settings → Annexes → Google Play Store → Warehouse.

Xiaomi models where Google Play removal could cause problems

On some Xiaomi devices, deleting Google Play leads to critical crashes. Here is a list of high-risk models:

On these models, it is better to limit yourself to disabling instead of completely removing. If it is critical to get rid of Google, consider switching to custom firmware without GApps (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience).

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On HyperOS devices (such as Xiaomi 14 or Redmi K70), deleting Google Play almost always causes crashes, and it’s better to use the method of disabling or installing an alternative store on top of the standard one.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Google Play from Xiaomi