How to Remove Netflix from Xiaomi Mi TV: All Ways

Why Netflix is not being removed in the standard way and what to do about it

Are you trying to free up space on Xiaomi Mi TV or just not using Netflix, but the "Delete" button in the app menu is inactive?It's not a bug, but a feature of PatchWall firmware that Xiaomi installs on its smart TVs.The fact is that Netflix on many models (especially Mi TV 4S/4A/5 Pro) is pre-integrated into the system as a system application - it can not be removed as easily as YouTube or Prime Video.

In this article, we will discuss 5 working methods, including hidden settings, ADB-But first, it’s important to understand that removing Netflix could cause other streaming services to crash (Disney).+, HBO Max, if they use shared libraries DRM So before you start, check whether Netflix is dependent on other apps for functionality.

If you're willing to take risks, let's start with the safest way.

Method 1: Disable and Hide Netflix without Deletion (Secure for the System)

If you don’t want to physically remove an app, but just remove it from the interface and stop the background, this method is perfect.It doesn’t require superuser rights and works on all Xiaomi Mi TV models (including the Mi TV Q1/Q2 2023).

Instructions:

• 📺 Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management.
• 🔍 Find it on Netflix’s list (may be called com.netflix.ninja or com.netflix.mediaclient).
• ⚙️ Click on the app and select: Disable, stop all processes and hide the icon from the menu. Delete updates, return the app to the factory version (freezes) ~100-150 MB Clear cache – delete temporary files (can free up to 500 MB).
• 🔄 Restart the TV through Settings → On TV. → Reboot.

✅ Pros of the method: does not require technical skills, reversible, does not break the system.

❌ Cons: the application will remain in memory, borrowing ~50–70 MB (factory version).

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If the icon is left on the menu after Netflix is turned off, press the OK button on the remote on the app icon → select Delete (this is just a hiding, not a complete removal).

Method 2: Remove via ADB (for power users)

If you are ready to work with Android Debug Bridge (ADB), this method will completely remove Netflix from the system. Suitable for models on Android TV 9.0+ (Mi TV 5/6 series, Mi TV Q1E).

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/macOS/Linux.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original from Xiaomi).
• 📥 Utility. ADB Tools (download platform-tools).
• ⚙️ Included debugging by USB TV-wise.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on USB debugging on Xiaomi Mi TV: Go to Settings → About TV → Software Version. Tap 7 times on the line with the version until the message “You became a developer” appears. Return to Settings → Additional → Developer Settings. Activate USB Debugging and OEM Factory Unlock.

Connect your TV to your computer via USB (use the USB 3.0 port on your TV if you have one).

Open the command prompt (cmd on Windows or Terminal on macOS/Linux) and go to the folder with the platform-tools:

cd path do folder/platform-tools

Check the connection of the device:

adb devices

If the TV is determined (the serial number will appear), enter:

adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.netflix.ninja

For models with PatchWall 3.0+, an alternative command may be needed:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.netflix.mediaclient

Debugging is on. USB|Drivers installed ADB|TV connected to port USB 3.0|The command line is open on behalf of the administrator|Backup of important data is made-->

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Note: Some Xiaomi firmware, after removing Netflix through ADB, stops working Google Play Store. To return it, you will have to reset the TV to factory settings.

Method 3: Reset to factory settings (radical method)

If Netflix was pre-installed by the manufacturer (as on Mi TV 4A 32" or Mi TV 4S 55"), the only way to get rid of it without ADB is a complete reset.This method will delete ALL data, including accounts, saved passwords and image settings.

How to do the reset correctly:

• 📁 First export important data: List of installed applications (take pictures of the Settings screen) → Image settings (brightness, contrast, write down values) Logins from streaming services (if you use Disney)+, Okko, et al.).
• 🔄 Go to Settings. → On TV. → Reset to factory.
• 🔐 Enter. PIN-code (by default 0000 or 1234 if not changed).
• ⏳ Wait for the reboot (it will take 5-10 minutes).

After discharge:

• ✅ Netflix will disappear from the menu, but will remain on the list of applications as “disabled».
• ❌ Don’t install system updates for 24 hours – it could get Netflix back on track.

Method 4: Block Netflix updates via hosts file

If Netflix is constantly updating in the background and takes up space, you can block its update servers.This method does not remove the application, but prevents it from growing. It works on all Xiaomi Mi TV models with Android TV 8.0+.

Instructions:

1. Connect to the TV via ADB (as in Method 2).
2. Download the original hosts file for backup: adb pull /system/etc/hosts hosts_backup.txt
3. Edit the hosts file on your computer by adding at the end of the line: 127.0.0.1 nflxext.com 127.0.0.1 nflximg.net 127.0.0.1 nflxvideo.net 127.0.0.1 nflxso.net
4. Download the modified file back to adb push hosts /system/etc/hosts
5. Reboot the TV: adb reboot

✅ Netflix will no longer be updated and weigh more than 50MB.

Disconnect via settings |Delete via ADB|Reset to factory |Blocking via hosts |I don't know, I need to try-->

Method 5: Physical Internet Shutdown for Netflix (for Advanced)

If you want Netflix to keep its traffic from being consumed and updated, but you don’t want to delete it, you can block its access to the network through a firewall, which requires root rights and only works on firmware with the bootloader unlocked (for example, after installing Magisk).

How to do this:

• 📱 Install on the AFWall TV+ (root).
• 🔒 In the firewall settings, find Netflix (com.netflix.ninja).
• 🚫 Check all types of networks (Wi-Fi, Mobile, VPN) and keep the rules.
• 🔄 Restart the TV.

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Note: On Xiaomi Mi TV with PatchWall, blocking network access for Netflix may lead to errors in the operation of Google Play Services. If other applications stop working after applying the rule, return the firewall settings to the factory ones.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

To make it easier for you to determine, we have collected the key pros and cons of each method in the table:

💡 Recommendation: If you are not sure of your technical skills, start with Method 1 (disconnect (ADB), But only if you are prepared for possible disruptions to other services.

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On Xiaomi Mi TV 6 series (2023-2026), Netflix is integrated into firmware at the core level. its complete removal can lead to a "brick" (inoperability) of the TV, in which case it is safer to use a lock through hosts or a firewall.

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