How to permanently remove app recommendations from Xiaomi Redmi: The Complete Guide

The words “Recommended Apps,” “Popular for You,” or “Apps from Xiaomi” on the home screen or on the Redmi menu annoy many users. These banners not only take up space, but also slow down the system, constantly downloading data from the Internet. Worst of all, after MIUI updates, they often reappear again — even if you have already tried to turn them off.

In this article, we’ll look at all the ways you can remove recommendations, from standard settings to hidden MIUI features and even manual editing of system files (for advanced users). The instructions are relevant for Xiaomi Redmi Note 10/11/12, Redmi 9/10/12, POCO X3/X4/X5 and other models on MIUI 12/13/14 and HyperOS. If you’re tired of intrusive advertising in the launcher, read on.

Why Xiaomi is showing app recommendations?

According to Xiaomi’s policy, app recommendations are part of the MIUI ecosystem that helps users “discover new opportunities.”

💰 Monetization – Xiaomi gets money from developers for placing their apps in recommendations.
📊 Data collection – the system analyzes which apps you install to show “relevant” content.
🔄 Linking to a Mi Account – if you are logged in, recommendations are synced between devices.

In the latest versions of MIUI (starting with MIUI 12.5), the algorithm has become more aggressive: banners can appear not only on the home screen, but also in:

📱 Application menu (with swipe up).
🔍 Search by system (in the search bar on the desktop).
📁 Notification panel (in the form of pop-up windows).

Worst of all, some recommendations are disguised as system notifications, such as the “Optimize Your Smartphone” banner actually leads to the Mi App Store.

📊 Where do you see the most app recommendations on Redmi?

On the main screen.

In the app menu

In the notification panel

Searching the system.

I can't see anywhere.

Method 1: Disabling recommendations through standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in options, which is suitable for most users and does not require root rights.

Instructions:

Open Settings → Desktop (or Lock Screen and Desktop in newer versions).
Select App Recommendations (some firmwares call it Smart Recommendations).
Turn off the sliders: 🔘 Show recommendations on the desktop 🔘 Show recommendations in the application menu 🔘 Personalized recommendations (if any)

Reboot your smartphone.

If your MIUI version doesn’t have one, try an alternative way:

Press the empty space on the desktop → Desktop settings.
Go to the Supplementary → Recommendations.
Turn off all available options.
Return to Optimization → Security → Settings (cog icon).
Turn it off: 🔘 Safety recommendations 🔘 Personalized Notifications

This method works even on HyperOS, where many of the standard MIUI settings have been changed.

📱 Main screen (widgets "For You»).
🔍 Search strings.
📊 Menu “Optimization».

What to do if there is no “personalized services” item?

In some firmware (e.g., for the Redmi Note 10 Pro on MIUI 13), this item is hidden. Try: 1. Change region in settings to India or Europe (in Settings → Additional → Region). 2. Update Security and Optimization via the Mi App Store. 3. Use the method with ADB (described below).

Method 3: Disconnect via ADB (without root)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use the ADB debugging bridge. This is the official Android tool that allows you to manage hidden settings.

Step-by-step:

Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on MIUI Version.

Settings → Additional → For Developers

USB debugging

ADB Tools

adb shell pm hide com.miui.systemAdSolution


adb shell pm hide com.miui.analytics




adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.miservice




adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.midrop

Once you've done this, restart your smartphone.

🚫 Disable system advertising (systemAdSolution).
📊 Blocking the collection of analytics (analytics).
🔄 Background services are being shut down MIUI (miservice).

Important: After the MIUI update, these settings may reset. To return them, repeat the commands.

💡

ADB-They don't require root rights, they're safe for the system, they just shut down unnecessary services without removing them completely.

Method 4: Delete through editing system files (for advanced)

If you're willing to take drastic measures and you have root rights, you can manually delete the files responsible for the recommendations, which is irreversible and can lead to unstable system operation if you do something wrong.

Instructions:

Install Root Explorer or Mixplorer (with root rights).
Go to /system/priv-app/MiuiSystemAdSolution//system/app/MiuiAnalytics//system/priv-app/MiuiDaemon/
Delete or rename (add.bak) files: MiuiSystemAdSolution.apk MiuiAnalytics.apk MiuiDaemon.apk

/data/data/

Reboot the phone.

Effect:

Deleted file	What's off?	Risks.
MiuiSystemAdSolution.apk	All banners and recommendations	Some system notifications may stop working
MiuiAnalytics.apk	Collection of usage statistics	Uncritically, but may affect the performance of the Mi Cloud
MiuiDaemon.apk	MIUI background processes	Possible lags when updating the system

⚠️ Attention: Removal of system APK-Files can result in loss of warranty and inability to update over the air (OTA). Before the action, make a backup through TWRP Or Mi Flash Tool.

Method 5: Use of an alternative launcher

If nothing works, the most reliable way is to install a side launcher, which will completely replace the standard MIUI interface, removing all recommendations.

The best options for Redmi:

🌟 Nova Launcher – flexible setup, no advertising, gesture support.
🚀 Lawnchair is lightweight, open source, similar to Pixel Launcher.
🎨 Microsoft Launcher – Windows integration, minimalist design.
⚡ Hyperion Launcher – Optimized for gaming smartphones.

How to determine:

Download the launcher from Google Play or APKMirror.
Open the app and select it as the default launcher.
In the settings of the new launcher, turn off: 🔘 Google Discover (if available). 🔘 Proposals for annexes. 🔘 Widgets MIUI (They can run ads).

Advantages:

✅ Complete lack of recommendations from Xiaomi.
✅ Ability to fine-tune the interface.
✅ Improved performance (some launchers run faster) MIUI Launcher).

⚠️ Note: When using a third-party launcher, do not remove the standard MIUI Launcher – This can cause functionality to be lost (e.g. navigation gestures or themes will stop working).

Method 6: Reset the launcher settings (if recommendations are returned)

Sometimes, after the MIUI update, recommendations will reappear even if you have turned them off, in which case resetting the launcher settings will help.

How to do this:

Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
Find the launcher (or MIUI Launcher) and tap it.
Select Warehouse → Clear data and Clear cache.
Confirm the action. Attention: this will reset the location of the icons and widgets!
Reboot the phone.

After discharge:

🔄 The recommendations will disappear (but may return through the 1-2 If you do not turn them off in the daytime settings).
📱 You will have to reset the desktop.
🔧 You may need to repeat Method 1 or Method 2.

If the reset didn’t help, try removing updates for the launcher:

In the same Louncher menu, click on three-points (⋮) → Remove updates.
Turn off auto-update for launcher in Google Play.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recommendations on Xiaomi Redmi

❓ Why After Updating MIUI Recommendations appear again?

Xiaomi often resets custom settings when major updates (e.g., from MIUI 13 to MIUI 14) This is because new firmware versions can add new analytics services that are automatically activated. To avoid this: Before upgrading, back up settings through Settings → About Phone → Backup. After upgrading, immediately repeat Method 1 and Method 2.

❓ Can I turn off the recommendations without rooting and ADB?

Yes, 90% of the time, standard settings (Method 1 and Method 2) are enough. If they don't help, try: Install an alternative launcher (Method 5). Clear the launcher cache (described at the end of Method 6); Disable Mi Account in your account settings (sometimes recommendations are tied to it).

❓ Why my firmware does not have an item called “Application Recommendations»?

This depends on the regional version of MIUI. For example: Global (Global) and European (EEA) firmware usually have this item. In Chinese (China) and Indian (India) versions it can be called differently or hidden. Solutions: Try changing the region to Settings → Additional → Region to Russia or Europe. Update the firmware to the latest version through Settings → System Update. Use Method 3 (ADB) – it works on all versions.

❓ Can I return my recommendations if I change my mind?

Yes, all changes are reversible: If you used standard settings (Method 1/2), just turn the sliders back on. If you used ADB (Method 3), follow the commands: adb shell pm unhide com.miui.systemAdSolution adb shell pm enable com.miui.miservice If you deleted system files (Meth 4), restore them from the backup or reflash the phone.

❓ Why recommendations appear even with the Internet off?

Some recommendations are cached in the system and shown offline. To remove them: Clear the launcher cache (Settings → Applications → Launcher → Storage → Clear cache). Delete the MiuiDaemon application data (root rights required). Reboot the phone in Safe Mode (press the power button → Reboot in Safe Mode), then return to normal mode. If this did not work, the recommendations are sewn into firmware - only Method 4 (removal of system launchers) or Method 5 (alternative APK launcher).