Xiaomi and Redmi smartphone owners often encounter the intrusive Get Apps system app, which cannot be removed by standard methods through settings. On the Redmi 9 model running the MIUI shell, this app store is built deep into the system and designed for regional markets, however, it is often annoying due to pop-up banner ads and background processes.
Users are looking for ways to get rid of this component not just to free up space, but to improve the comfort of using the gadget. Complete removal requires the use of special tools such as ADB (Android Debug Bridge), or the use of third-party utilities to remove system software. In this article, we will discuss safe and effective methods that will help you clean the interface of Redmi 9 from unnecessary garbage.
It’s worth noting that Get Apps is not a virus, but a legitimate component of Xiaomi’s ecosystem, so the standard “Delete” button in the app menu is inactive. To perform the procedure, you’ll need a computer with Internet access or installing specialized managers directly on your smartphone. We’ll look at both options, focusing on data security.
What is Get Apps and Why You Should Delete It
Get Apps (also known as the App Store or GetApps) is an alternative app store pre-installed on Xiaomi devices. Unlike Google Play, which serves as the primary source of software for most users, the store often promotes localized content, games and apps popular in regions such as India or Indonesia.
The main reason Redmi 9 owners are looking to get rid of the service is because of aggressive monetization, which can periodically show advertising notifications, suggest installing unnecessary games or change recommendations in standard menus, and the background work of the application consumes RAM, which is critical for budget models with limited RAM.
⚠️ Note: Removal of system components may affect some shell functions MIUI, such as automatic updates of security drivers or built-in system recommendations.
Disabling the service also helps improve digital hygiene by reducing the number of channels through which the device collects user preferences, a question that many consider not just performance but personal privacy.
📊 How annoying are you about advertising in the system?
Very annoying, I want to remove it.
Sometimes it hurts, but it's tolerable.
I don't notice.
I use this store.
Redmi 9 Prepares for System Application Removal
Before we start radical measures, we need to properly prepare the Redmi 9 smartphone. Standard Android settings do not allow you to remove system packages, so we will need to activate the hidden features of the device. The first step will be to turn on the developer mode, which will open access to debugging over USB.
To do this, go to the Settings menu. → About the phone and find the line "Version" MIUI». You need to press this line quickly. 7-10 Once in a row, until a pop-up notification appears "You became a developer", after which a new section will appear in the main settings menu. → For developers.
Inside the developer menu, find the USB Debug and activate it. The system will warn you of possible risks, agree with them. It is also recommended to enable the option “Allow ADB data to be stored in logs” if you have one in your firmware version, although this is not always necessary for basic deletion.
Remove from your computer via ADB (the most reliable method)
The cleanest and safest way to remove Get Apps is to use a computer and tools. ADB. This method does not require obtaining Root rights, which preserves the guarantee of the device and the integrity of the Android security system. USB and PC with Windows, macOS or Linux operating system.
First, download and install Platform Tools from the official Android developer site. After unpacking the archive, open the command prompt (in Windows, this can be done by clamping Shift and right-clicking in the tool folder, selecting “Open PowerShell window here”).
adb devices
Connect Redmi 9 to your computer. You'll see a request for debugging permission on your smartphone screen -- be sure to click "Allow" and select "Always Allow from this computer." In the command line, type in the adb device command to make sure the device is identified. If the serial number appears on the list, the link is established.
Now you need to enter a command to delete the packet.The packet name for Get Apps usually looks like com.xiaomi.mipicks or com.xiaomi.market.The uninstall command is as follows:
adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.xiaomi.mipicks
What to do if the team is not executed?
If you get an error, check the spelling of the package name correctly. Try alternatif name com.xiaomi.market. Also make sure the cable is working and the debugging mode is active.> Once the command is successfully executed, the application will disappear from the menu and stop consuming resources. It is important to note that the physically file remains in the system partition, but for the current user it is completely deaktivated, which is tantacit to dele. Alternative methods without using a PC If you do not have the ability to connect the smartphone to a computer, there are alternative methods, although they may be less efficient or require the installation of additional software.One option is to use the Romot applications, which are more often required for the application of the Remot 9, however, the application, the same as the application, the application is required for the application. Another method is to completely disable the application through the settings if your version MIUI It allows you to do that. Go to the settings. → Annexes → All apps, find Get Apps (or "App Store") and try clicking "Disable." If the button is active, the app will stop running and updating. Method Needs PC Root Efficiency ADB Commands Yes No High Disconnection in Settings No No Average Third-Party Uninstallers No Often Yes Depends on Rights Change Region No Low Another Lifehack - Change region in smartphone settings. Sometimes the transition to the region of the USA or Indonesia changes the composition of the pre-installed software, although on modern versions. MIUI This method is working less and less. Possible problems and ways to solve them During the removal process, errors may occur associated with the security mechanisms of Xiaomi. For example, a system may automatically restore deleted components after a reboot or update, this occurs if the process was not completed correctly or if the remote packet was dependent on other system services. ⚠️ Note: If after removing Get Apps, the search in the global menu or widgets stopped working, you may have removed the dependent component. ADB. A common problem is the inability to connect to ADB. Make sure your computer has up-to-date Android drivers installed. Windows often requires installing a universal Google driver. USB Driver or specific driver Xiaomi.It is also worth considering that some antiviruses can block the work ADB-Scripts, taking them for potentially unwanted programs. During the procedure, it is recommended to temporarily disable the protection or add an exception to the tool folder. MIUI After deleting, even after removing Get Apps, in the system MIUI There may be other sources of advertising, and to be as clean as possible, you have to shut down the service. MSA (MIUI System Ads. Go to Settings → Password and security → Access the data and find it in the list MSA. Turn off the network access slider for this service. The system will try to withdraw permission several times (usually 10 seconds you have to wait), insist on disconnecting. This action blocks the main channel for receiving banner ads in standard applications. 💡Comprehensive ad cleanup requires not only removing Get Apps, but also disabling the service. MSA Personalized recommendations in each system application. Additionally, it is recommended to go through the settings of each standard application (Music, Video, Explorer, Security) and find the "Get recommendations" or "Show ads" switch there to deactivate them. It will take time, but the result is worth it. Remote Application Recovery If you find that you lack functionality or have errors in the system after you delete Get Apps, the application can be easily returned. Since we used the uninstall command for the current user, the data was not permanently erased. To restore, it is enough to connect the smartphone to the computer with activated debugging and enter the installation command: adb shell cmd package install-existing com.xiaomi.mipicks Alternatively, you can perform a complete reset of the smartphone settings to factory state (Settings) → The phone. → Resetting settings). This will return all system applications to their original state, but will require reconfiguring the device and restoring data from the backup. Is it safe to delete Get Apps permanently? Yes, for most users, deleting this application is safe. It is not a critical component for Android or basic call and message functions. However, if you use the Xiaomi ecosystem and buy apps through their store, the functionality will be lost. No, the rights of the superuser (Root) are not required when using the method of ADB. Team pm uninstall --user 0 It allows you to remove applications only for the current user profile, bypassing system limitations without modifying the system partition? The store itself is not a major power consumer, but its background update validation and analytics collection processes can contribute to battery life, especially on older Redmi 9 batteries. Background shutdown solves this problem. Can I remove Get Apps on global firmware? Yes, the procedure is the same for both global (Global) and Chinese (CN) versions of MIUI firmware. Package names may vary slightly, but the way ADB works remains the same for all Android devices.