How to permanently remove Google apps from Xiaomi: 5 working methods

Google's built-in services take up space in memory, consume battery power and collect data even when you're not using them. POCO These applications often cannot be removed in the standard way — the Remove button is simply not on the menu. APK-file.

Complicating the problem, MIUI is actively integrated with Google services, and the manufacturer does not provide official tools to remove them. Mistakes can lead to malfunctions in Google Play Services, which will affect other applications. In this article, proven methods for different versions of firmware, including MIUI 14 based on Android 13/14, where the blocking of deletion has become stricter.

We will consider options for users without technical skills (disable and hide) and for advanced (delete via ADB and debloating). All instructions are adapted to the current models of 2023-2026: Xiaomi 13/14 series, Redmi Note 12, POCO F5 and others.

Why you can’t just remove Google apps from Xiaomi

When you try to uninstall via the standard Settings → Apps menu, you will only see two options: "Disable" and "Delete Updates." Complete removal is blocked for three reasons:

• 🔒 System integration: Google apps (such as Google Play Services or Google Play Store) are embedded in firmware as system components, and their removal could disrupt other services that depend on Google Mobile Services (GMS).
• 📱 Requirements MIUI: Firmware MIUI Google uses some services to sync accounts, push notifications and geolocate, for example, without Google Services Framework, notifications in Telegram or Viber will no longer work.
• 🛡️ Manufacturer Policy: Xiaomi must include package GMS In the European and American markets, even on the "global" versions for China (without Google), these apps are pre-installed.

Moreover, after resetting to factory, all remote Google apps will return back – they are restored from the partition. /system. This also applies to updates through MIUI Updater: Some Systems APK-files can be overwritten.

⚠️ Attention: Deleting Google Play Services will lead to errors in the work of banking applications (SberBank, Tinkoff), maps (Google Maps, Yandex.Navigator) and instant messengers. Before removing, check the dependence of critical applications on Google services.

Method 1: Disabling Google applications without removing

The safest way is to turn off unnecessary services, which will remain in memory, but will stop working in the background and consume resources.

• 📱 Users without root rights
• 🔋 Those who want to save battery life
• 📡 Who is not happy with Google’s data collection?

Instructions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. In the list, find an app (like Google Play Music or Duo) and tap it.
3. Click "Disable" (if the button is inactive, first click "Delete Updates").
4. Confirm the action in the window that appears.

Once disabled, the app will disappear from the menu and stop updating through the Play Market, but its data will remain in the device’s memory (usually in the /data/app folder).

Backup of important data |

Check the list of dependent applications (banks, cards)|

Turn off Google account sync in settings|

Make sure there is enough free space on the device (minimum 1 GB)-->

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root)

The ADB (Android Debug Bridge) tool allows you to remove system applications without superuser rights, which works on all Xiaomi devices with an unlocked bootloader, including the Redmi Note 11, POCO X5 and new models.

First, turn on the USB debugging:

1. Go to Settings. → About the phone and 7 times tap on the item "Version" MIUI", activate the developer mode.
2. Go back to the basic settings, open Additional → for developers.
3. Activate the options "Debug by USB" and "OEM Unlock" (if any).

Now connect your phone to your PC and execute commands in the terminal (or PowerShell for Windows):

adb devices


adb shell pm list packages | grep 'google'




adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.google.android.gm # Example for Gmail

List of popular Google packs to remove:

⚠️ Note: Deleting com.google.android.gms (Google Play Services) will cause the “Google Play Services stopped” error when many apps are launched. If you’re not ready, only uninstall non-critical services like Google Podcasts or Google Podcasts. TV.

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Before deleting via ADB, back up the list of installed packages with the adb shell pm list packages > packages.txt command. This will help restore remote applications if something goes wrong.

Method 3: Debloating through TWRP (for advanced)

If you have a custom TWRP recap on your device, you can use scripts to massively remove unnecessary applications.This method requires an unlocked bootloader and a TWRP installed.

Popular tools for debloating:

• 📜 Universal Debloater – a script based on Magisk, allows you to selectively remove Google apps and MIUI.
• 🔧 MIUI Debloater Tool – a utility for PC, works through ADB, but with a graphical interface.
• 📱 App Systemizer – application for system conversion APK In the user (allows you to remove them without rooting).

Example of Universal Debloater:

1. Download. ZIP-archive XDA Developers.
2. Reboot the device in TWRP (press Power + Volume Up).
3. Choose Install. → Choose. ZIP-file → Swipe to confirm.
4. After the reboot, launch the Universal Debloater app and select the removal apps.

The advantage of this method is that it can restore remote applications through the same script, but be careful: removing critical components (such as com.miui.system) can lead to a bootloop.

Method 4: Magisk and Modules

If you have Magisk installed on your device (to obtain root rights), you can use special modules to remove Google applications.

• 🔄 De-bloater Module – removes pre-installed applications.
• 🛡️ Universal SafetyNet Fix – masks root for banking applications.
• 📦 App Systemizer – Converts system applications to custom applications for easy removal.

Instructions for installation of the module:

1. Download. ZIP-a module file (e.g., De-bloater) with XDA.
2. Open the Magisk Manager app and go to the Modules section.
3. Click "Install from storage" and select the downloaded file.
4. Reset the device.

Once you install the module, you can uninstall applications through the standard Settings → Applications menu or through a root-access file manager (such as Root Explorer).

⚠️ Note: Some banking applications (e.g. SberBank Online) block work on root devices. If you use such services, install the MagiskHide Props Config module to mask root.

Method 5: Install custom firmware without GMS

A radical way to get rid of Google is to install firmware without GMS services. There are several options for Xiaomi devices:

• 🌍 MIUI Europe - modified version MIUI without bloat, but with support GMS (can be manually disabled).
• 🤖 LineageOS – “clean” Android without Google apps preinstalled (requires manual installation of Open GApps if you need them).
• 🔥 Pixel Experience – firmware with the Pixel interface, but without unnecessary services Xiaomi.

Installation process:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a binding Mi Account and wait 7-14 days).
2. Install TWRP or another custom recaveri.
3. Download firmware (like LineageOS for your model) and GApps files (if you need Google services).
4. In TWRP, run Wipe → Advanced Wipe (select Dalvik, Cache, System, Data).
5. Install firmware, then GApps (if needed) and Magisk (for root).

Advantages of this method:

• 🚀 Full control over pre-installed applications.
• 🔋 Increased battery life (no Google background processes).
• 🛡️ Greater privacy (no data collection by Google) MIUI).

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (unlocking the bootloader voids Xiaomi warranty).
• 🔧 Risk of "bricking" if installed incorrectly.
• 📱 Some features (such as Mi Fit for smartwatches) may not work.

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Installing custom firmware is the only way to completely get rid of Google services without affecting system stability, but it is only suitable for advanced users who are ready for possible compatibility issues.

What to do if you have problems after removing Google apps

If you have encountered errors after deleting Google services, use these tips:

Problem 1: Error "Google Play Services stopped"

• 🔄 Reinstall Google Play Services through APK-File (download from APKMirror).
• 📥 Install an older version of the service (e.g. 22.18.16 instead of the latest version).
• 🔧 Turn off automatic service updates in the Play Market.

Problem 2: Banking applications are not working

• 🏦 Install MagiskHide Props Config and activate root masking.
• 🔄 Reinstall the banking application, having previously cleared its data.
• 📱 Use the web version of the bank through the browser (for example, Firefox with scripts disabled).

Problem 3: No push notifications are coming

• 🔔 Install an alternative push notification service, such as the Huawei Push Kit (powered by Xiaomi).
• 📧 Set up alerts via email or SMS.
• 🔄 Restore the Google Services Framework (com.google.android.gsf).

If the problems are not solved, return the remote applications via ADB:

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.google.android.gms

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Google apps on Xiaomi