How to Remove or Remove the Security App Update on Xiaomi: All Working Methods

The security app on Xiaomi smartphones is responsible for virus protection, performance optimization and resolution control. However, after an automatic update, many users face problems ranging from excessive battery consumption to blocking legitimate applications. In some cases, the new update can conflict with custom firmware or root rights, making the phone almost unusable.

In this article, we will look at all the proven ways to remove or roll back the Security update** on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices — from standard methods through settings to advanced solutions using ADB and MIUI Hidden Settings. Special attention will be paid to the risks of data loss if you roll back incorrectly and how to avoid them. If you notice that after updating the application, the phone began to slow down, overheat or issue errors — this guide will help to return everything to working order.

Why Security Update May Be a Problem

The Security app is tightly integrated into the MIUI shell, and its updates often come via Google Play or the built-in system updater.among of the main causes of conflicts:

• 🔄 Incompatibility with the version MIUI: The new update can be designed for a more recent firmware than the one installed on your device.
• 🔋 Increased power consumption: Some versions of the app contain bugs that cause it to constantly run in the background, draining the battery.
• 🚫 Application blocking: Scanning algorithms sometimes mistakenly identify secure programs as threats by deleting their data or restricting access.
• 🛠️ Root Rights Conflict: On devices with an unlocked bootloader, the updated app can automatically revoke the rights of the superuser.

For example, in MIUI 13 Security 5.6.0 update caused persistent notifications of "potentially dangerous» APK-files, even if they were downloaded from reliable sources. MIUI 14 Some users complained about the inability to turn off the background activity of the application, which led to overheating of the processor.

Preparing for removal: what to do in advance

Before you start rolling back, be sure to follow these steps to avoid data loss or “bricking” the device:

1. Create a backup through Settings → The phone. → Backup or using Xiaomi Cloud.It is especially important to save: 📱 Contacts and communications 📁 Photo and video (if stored in the phone memory) 🔑 Passwords from Wi-Fi and apps

Check out the MIUI version.

Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI

Make sure there's a charge.

Turn off automatic updates

Google Play

If you use root rights or custom recaveri (TWRP), additionally:

• 🔧 Back up the section. /data/app/com.miui.securitycenter through TWRP.
• 📋 Save the list of installed applications by the command: adb shell pm list packages -f

⚠️ Note: If your device is operating under control MIUI Global Stable, removing the system application may cause updates to crash over the air (OTA). In this case, to restore functionality will require a complete reset or flashing.

Method 1: Recoil through MIUI settings (without root)

The easiest way to return a previous version of the app is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which are suitable for most devices on MIUI 12-14 and require no special knowledge.

1. Open Settings** and go to the Applications → Application Management section.
2. Search for the list “Security”** (or Security) and tap it.
3. In the upper right corner, press three dots (⋮) and select Remove Updates.
4. Confirm action. The system automatically returns the application to the factory version.

If the Remove Updates button is inactive or absent:

• 🔹 Try to clear the app cache (Storage) → Clear the cache).
• 🔹 Restart your phone and try again.
• 🔹 Check if the application is installed as a system update (this is indicated by the gear icon next to the name).

After rollback, it is recommended to prohibit automatic update of the application:

1. Open Google Play.
2. Find “Security”** in the list of installed applications.
3. Tap it on three points (⋮) and uncheck the auto update box.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (for power users)

If the standard method didn’t work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), a debugging tool through your computer, which is suitable for devices with unlocked USB debugging and allows you to remove the update even if it is installed as a system.

Requirements:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI → 7 times tap the assembly number → Go back to Settings → Additionally. → For developers).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission on the device screen.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Run the command to remove updates: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.miui.securitycenter Note: This command removes updates only for the current user (--user 0), without affecting system files.
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

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

adb shell cmd package install-existing com.miui.securitycenter

This team is forced to restore the factory version of the application.

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi) 12T or POCO F4) post-execution ADB-commands may need to reset the cache section /data Do this only if the phone has stopped loading or if there are critical errors!

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If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, try reinstalling Mi USB Driver drivers from Xiaomi’s official website or using Google’s universal USB Driver. Also check if File Transfer (MTP) mode is enabled when connecting over USB.

Method 3: Use of MIUI Hidden Settings (for advanced)

MIUI firmware has hidden settings that allow you to manage system applications without root, and accessing them requires a special MIUI Hidden Settings app (available on 4PDA or XDA Developers).

Instructions:

1. Download and install. APK-file MIUI Hidden Settings (version should match your firmware).
2. Open the application and provide all the permissions requested.
3. Go to the App Manager section.
4. Find “Security”** (com.miui.securitycenter) in the list.
5. Tap it on three points (⋮) Next to the app and select Uninstall Updates.
6. Confirm the action and restart the phone.

The advantage of this method is that it allows you to remove updates even for applications that are locked in standard settings, but be careful: improper actions in MIUI Hidden Settings can lead to shell failures.

Method 4: Removal via TWRP (for root devices)

If you have a custom recavator installed (TWRP) and unlocked the bootloader, you can manually remove APK-This is the most radical method and requires caution.

Step-by-step:

1. Turn off your phone and press the button combination to log in to TWRP (usually Power + Volume Up).
2. In the main menu, select Advanced → File Manager.
3. Cross the path: /data/app/com.miui.securitycenter-1/ or (if the folder is missing): /data/app/~~lPmXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXxXx==/com.miui.securitycenter-1/ Note: The folder name may vary – look for the directory with com.miui.securitycenter in the title.
4. Delete the files: base.apk split_config.*.Apk (all files with such a prefix)

TWRP

Reboot → System

After the restart, the system will automatically restore the factory version of the app. If the phone doesn't boot, try clearing the cache (Wipe → Dalvik / ART Cache) and try again.

⚠️ Note: Delete files in /data/app It can cause other applications to crash if you make a mistake with the folder!

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TWRP is the most reliable way to remove it, but it is only suitable for devices with an unlocked bootloader. If you are not sure about your actions, use methods without root (ADB or MIUI settings).

What to do if nothing helps

If none of the methods worked and the Security app continues to cause problems, consider the following options:

• 🔄 Firmware rollback: Install an older version MIUI via Fastboot or TWRP. For example, if the problem started after the update MIUI 14, go back on MIUI 13.
• 📱 Reset to factory settings: Extreme measure, but sometimes the only way to get back to stable work!
• 🛡️ Installation of alternative launcher: Some users turn off standard launcher MIUI Security by installing launchers like Nova Launcher or Hyperion that hide system applications.
• 🚀 Switching to custom firmware: Firmware like LineageOS or Pixel Experience completely replace MIUI, Resolving problems with system applications.

If you decide to reset or reflash, consider:

• Reset will delete all data from internal memory (photos, messages, applications).
• Installing custom firmware may deprive you of warranty (if the bootloader has been unlocked).
• Some models (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro) require authorization of the Mi Account to run through Fastboot.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing the Security Update