Recording conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 9T: all methods and hidden settings

Xiaomi Redmi 9T is a popular smartphone with rich functionality, but not everyone knows that it supports recording phone conversations. Depending on the firmware version and the region of sale, this option can be hidden or disabled by default. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways to enable recording, from standard MIUI tools to third-party solutions, as well as discuss legal nuances and technical limitations.

It's important to understand that the ability to record conversations depends on several factors: the version of MIUI, the carrier, regional restrictions, and even the device model itself. For example, on some firmware for the European market, the feature may be blocked due to privacy laws. We have tested all methods on Redmi 9T with different versions of software — from MIUI 12 to MIUI 14 — and are ready to share working solutions.

If you're looking for a way to save important conversations, interviews, or just want to have a backup of conversations, this guide will help you understand all the nuances. But remember: recording conversations without the consent of the interlocutor may violate local law. Always clarify the legal aspects in your country!

1. Verification of the built-in recording function in MIUI

On some versions of MIUI for Xiaomi Redmi 9T, the conversation recording feature is available out of the box, but hidden in the depth of settings. To find it, follow the following steps:

1. Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
2. Go to the recent (call log) section.
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
4. Scroll down to Record conversations (if not, read the next section).

If you have an option, activate it and select one of the modes:

• 📞 Record all calls – automatic recording of incoming and outgoing.
• 🔍 Record only selected - manual selection of contacts.
• 🚫 Not to write - disabling the function.

After activation during the conversation, a microphone icon will appear on the screen (🎤) — Click on it to start or stop recording. The files will be saved in the folder. MIUI/sound_recorder/calls inner-memory.

2.Why is the recording function not on the menu?

If the phone settings do not include Recording conversations, the reasons may be as follows:

To find out your firmware version, go to Settings → About Phone → MIUI. If it says EEA (European Economic Area), most likely, the recording of conversations is blocked at the system level.

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If you don’t want to change your firmware, try installing the Google Phone app from the Play Market – in some cases, it supports recording even on “locked” devices.

3. Alternative recording methods: third-party applications

If the built-in feature is not available, you can use third-party software, and we tested some popular solutions and selected the best ones:

• 🎧 Cube Call Recorder ACR — It records calls over VoIP and regular lines, supports cloud storage.
• 📱 Call Recorder by Lovekesh — simple interface, automatic recording, integration with Google Drive.
• 🔊 Automatic Call Recorder - flexible settings (recording by contacts, exceptions), tag support. Minus: premium version fee.

For applications to work correctly, it is necessary:

1. Provide access to the Microphone and Warehouse.
2. Enable display over other windows (Settings → Applications → Special Accesses).
3. Add the application to Auto Start and Battery Optimization (exclude from energy savings).

Install the app from Play Market|

Provide all necessary permits |

Set up auto-start and exclude from battery optimization |

Check the test call to check the quality of the record-->

Important: Some apps may not work on the Xiaomi Redmi 9T with a Snapdragon 662 processor due to architecture limitations. If recording doesn't start, try turning on VoIP mode in the app's settings.

4 Manual recording through the engineering menu

For advanced users, there is a way to activate the hidden recording function through an engineering menu, which doesn’t work on all firmware, but it can help if the standard methods don’t work.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##36446337##
2. In the menu that appears, select CALL → Call Record.
3. Set Record All Calls to ON.
4. Save the settings and restart the phone.

After the reboot, the Phone app should have a record icon, and if the menu doesn't open or the settings don't, your firmware doesn't support this method.

5. Legal aspects: can conversations be recorded?

Before you turn on the entry, please read the regulations of your country. Most countries have the following rules:

• 📜 Russia: recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation.
• 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): recording without notice is considered a breach of confidentiality and may result in a fine.
• 🇺🇸 U.S.: laws vary by state, and some (e.g., California) require consent from all participants in the conversation.
• 🌍 Other countries: Ukraine, Belarus and Kazakhstan have similar rules to Russia, but it is better to clarify local laws.

To avoid problems:

• Always notify the person about the recording (for example: “I’ll turn on the record for the record, will this suit you?”).
• Do not distribute the recordings without the consent of the participants.
• Store files in a secure location (e.g., an encrypted archive).

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Even if the recording is legally permitted, its use in controversial situations (e.g. in court) requires proof that the interviewee was notified, without which the recording may be considered inadmissible evidence.

6. Where are the records stored and how to keep them?

By default, record files are stored in the phone’s internal memory along the way:

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/calls/


or




/storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/

The file format is usually.m4a or.amr. To transfer them to a computer or cloud:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (select File Transfer Mode).
2. Copy the file to a safe place.
3. For automatic sync, use Google Drive, Dropbox or Mi Cloud.

If the records are not displayed:

• 🔍 Check if files are hidden (enable the display of hidden folders in the file manager).
• 🗑️ Make sure that the records are not automatically deleted (some apps clean old files).
• 🔄 Restart your phone – sometimes the system doesn’t immediately update the file list.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

When recording conversations on Xiaomi Redmi 9T, there may be errors, and we have collected the most common ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try resetting your phone to factory settings (Settings → Settings → Settings Reset).

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If recording is unstable, try turning off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi during a call – sometimes they interfere with the microphone.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions