How to permanently remove Google Assistant from Xiaomi phone: from blackout to deep cleaning

Google Assistant is pre-installed on most Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones — even if you don't use it. The app takes up space in memory, consumes battery power in the background and can send your activity data to Google. Unfortunately, standard deletion through the app menu often doesn't work: the system just disables the assistant, but doesn't erase its files.

In this guide, we will discuss 5 ways to get rid of Google Assistant, from simply disabling to completely removing system components (including methods for root-enabled devices). All instructions are tested on MIUI 12-15 and are relevant for models from 2020-2026. Importantly, some methods require technical training - wrong actions can lead to malfunctions in the phone.

Why Google Assistant Cannot Be Deleted in the Standard Way

The Google Assistant app is part of the Google Mobile Services (GMS) package that Xiaomi installs on all global smartphone versions. It is system software, and it is protected from accidental removal for several reasons:

• 🔒 System application status: Assistant files are integrated into firmware and stored in a section /system/priv-app, which is blocked for changes without root rights.
• 🔄 Automatic recovery, even if you delete it. APK-hand-file, MIUI Can restore it after rebooting or updating.
• 📦 Dependencies on other services: The assistant is linked to Google Play Services, Google App and Velocity, making it harder to isolate him.

On devices with Chinese firmware (without GMS), Google Assistant is not initially, but it can not be installed even manually - the system blocks the installation of APK. But on global versions (EEA, Global, Russia), the assistant is preinstalled and actively consumes resources.

Method 1: Disconnect via settings (without root)

The safest method is to deactivate the assistant in settings. This will not delete the application files, but will stop its operation and background activity. POCO on MIUI 12–15.

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

After the shutdown:

• ✅ The assistant will stop running by voice (OK, Google) or holding the Home button.
• ✅ Background activity and battery consumption will decrease.
• ❌ The application files will remain in memory (take up) ~100–150 MB).
• ❌ After Google Play Services update, the assistant can be activated again.

Clear the app cache in Settings → Apps → Google

Delete data in Settings → Accounts → Google → Delete account (optional)

Disable AutoRun for Google App in Settings → Battery → AutoRun

Check battery consumption in Settings → Battery → Battery use

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⚠️ Note: If you use other Google services (such as Gmail or YouTube), deleting your account completely may disrupt your experience.

Method 2: Remove updates and reset to factory version

Google Assistant consists of two parts:

1. The basic version is sewn into the firmware and is not removed.
2. Updates – downloaded through Google Play and can weigh up to 200MB.

You can roll the app back to the factory version, which will reduce its size and limit its functionality.

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Google App.
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Remove Updates.
3. Confirm the action. The app will go back to the version that was used when you bought the phone.
4. Return to the app menu and select Clear Cache and Clear Data.

To prevent automatic updates:

1. Open the Google Play Store.
2. Find the Google Assistant (or Google App).
3. Click on three dots and uncheck the Auto Update box.

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If the Assistant continues to start after resetting Google, check your gesture settings. In some MIUI firmware, the default Home button retention is tied to the Assistant. Change the action to Settings → Additional → Buttons and Gestures → Home button.

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

If standard methods do not help, you can delete Google Assistant through the ADB — Android debugging tool. It doesn't require root rights, but it needs a computer and a computer. USB-cable.

Warning: Incorrect ADB commands can disrupt the system. On some Xiaomi models (such as the POCO F5 or Redmi Note 12), removing system applications via ADB is blocked by MIUI, in which case you will need to unlock the bootloader.

1. Turn on USB debugging: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI to activate Developer Mode. Go back to Settings → Additional → Developer. Activate USB Debugging and confirm permission.

Connect your phone to your PC

ADB

Platform Tools

Google

Open the command line.

adb.exe

adb devices

Make sure your phone is on the list.

Remove Google Assistant

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

If there is a mistake DELETE_FAILED_DEVICE_POLICY_MANAGER, So the firmware is blocking the removal.

Alternatively, disable the application for the current user (does not delete files, but makes it inaccessible):

adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox

⚠️ Note: On some Xiaomi devices after removal through ADB You can stop working: Voice search on Google. Now on Tap. Some Google widgets on the home screen. To get it back, you can do this: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox.

Method 4: Complete removal with root rights

If you have a bootloader unlocked and Magisk (or other root manager installed), you can delete Google Assistant permanently, including all associated files.

Warning: Wrong root actions can lead to a phone “brick” (inoperability) on devices with MIUI 14+ and current security patches, Xiaomi can block changes to the system partition even with root rights – in which case a modified kernel will be required.

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/priv-app/ and find: GoogleQuickSearchBox (the main application of the Assistant). Velocity (voice input). HotwordEnrollment (voice training for OK, Google).

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Settings → Applications

Reboot the phone.

For complete cleaning, it is also recommended:

• 🧹 Delete the folder /data/data/com.google.android.googlequicksearchbox (stores user data).
• 🔍 Check for remaining files via Terminal Emulator by command: su find /system -name "googlequicksearchbox"

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Even after deleting Google system files, the Assistant can return after a firmware update. To avoid this, disable automatic MIUI updates or use custom firmware without GMS (for example, LineageOS).

Method 5: Switching to custom firmware without GMS

The most radical way to get rid of Google Assistant and all Google services is to install GMS-free firmware. This is suitable for users who do not use Google services (for example, prefer Yandex or alternative applications).

Firmware options:

• 🛠️ LineageOS or Pixel Experience without a Pixel Experience GMS — open-source customization.

Installation process:

1. Unlock bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool (requires a binding account Mi and wait 7-15 days).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox).
3. Download the firmware (for example, from xiaomi.eu or lineageos.org).
4. Sweat through recovery, having previously made a backup.

⚠️ Attention: Custom firmware installation resets all data on the phone (POCO X5, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) may not work NFC Widevine L1 (no HD Banking applications (e.g. SberBank or Tinkoff) can block work on uncertified firmware. Google Pay won't work without it. GMS.

What to do if Google Assistant is back after the update

Even after successful removal of Google, Assistant can recover in two cases:

1. MIUI Update – The firmware contains system applications that are restored during installation.

Decisions: