How to record a conversation on a Xiaomi phone during a call: all working ways

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones (including Redmi and POCO models) is a challenge that users face for a variety of reasons, from capturing important business information to proving in controversial situations. However, standard MIUI features don’t always provide this out of the box. Depending on the phone model, firmware version and region of sale, the recording option may be hidden, blocked or completely absent.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to record conversations on Xiaomi in 2026, from built-in MIUI tools to third-party apps with advanced features. We’ll focus on the legal aspects (to avoid breaking the law) and technical nuances that affect recording quality. If you’re looking for a solution for a particular model (such as the Redmi Note 12 or Xiaomi 14 Pro), here you’ll find adapted instructions.

1. Built-in conversation recording in MIUI: where to look and how to turn on

Some MIUI firmware (especially for the global and Indian versions) have a built-in call recording feature that can be hidden in settings or activated automatically under certain conditions.

• 📱 Check the version. MIUI: The feature is available in firmware based on Android 10 and later, but may not be available in European versions due to the fact that the new feature is not available. GDPR.
• ⚙️ Path to Settings: Open the Phone app, click on three dots (⋮) → Settings → Recording of conversations.
• 🔍 Alternative access: in some models (e.g, POCO X5) option hidden in the settings → Annexes → Phone. → Permits → Sound recording.

If you don't have a record, your firmware doesn't support it. MIUI (if available) or move to third-party solutions. MIUI Stores files in.amr format in a folder MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec — You can only listen to them through the standard Dictator application».

2. Third-party applications for recording: TOP-5 verified options

If the built-in feature is missing, third-party apps will come to the rescue, and we tested dozens of options and selected those that work steadily on Xiaomi in 2026, do not cause conflicts with MIUI and support high-quality recording. All the applications in the list below are available on Google Play and do not require root rights.

Before installing, check the application permissions:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Permissions Management → Microphone and provide access.
2. Enable auto-run for the application (in MIUI: Settings → Battery and Performance → Auto-Run).
3. For.mp3 records, additional permission to store files may be required.

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If the app doesn't record conversations, try turning off battery optimization for it in the MIUI settings.

3. Hidden recording without notifications: is it possible?

Many users are looking for a way to record conversations so that the person does not hear notifications (for example, “This conversation is being recorded”). Technically, this is possible, but there are important nuances:

• 📵 Legal restrictions: in Russia and the EU, recording a conversation without notifying the interlocutor can be considered a violation of the right to privacy (Article 138 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation).
• 🔇 Technical limitations: with Android 10, Google has banned apps from recording sound during calls without notifying the user.
• 🎧 Alternatively, use a second hands-free phone or headset with a recording feature (e.g. Sony). ICD-TX650).

⚠️ Note: Apps that promise “invisible” recordings without root are often fraudulent.They may collect your data or show false recording notifications. Check reviews and ratings before installing.

If you are critically interested in a hidden record (for example, to capture threats), consider legally secure alternatives:

• 📝 Manual summary of conversation (with time and key phrases).
• 📧 Sending it to yourself SMS or email with a brief summary of the conversation immediately after.

4. Record conversations via Google Drive (for VoIP calls)

If you're calling via WhatsApp, Telegram or Google Meet, the standard recording apps may not work, and the MIUI audio screen recording feature will help:

1. Activate screen recording: Swipe down the notification bar and find the Screen Record icon (or add it to Settings → Notification Panel).
2. Turn on system sound recording: when you start recording, press the gear ⚙️ and select to record the sound.
3. Start the call in the messenger and start the recording, the golots of the interlocutor will be recorded with yours.

Cons of the method:

• 🔊 All system sound (including notifications) is recorded).
• 📱 The file takes up a lot of space (video) + audio).
• ⚠️ In some messengers (for example, Signal), the recording of sound is blocked.

Problems and Errors: Why are conversations not recorded?

If none of these methods work, the reasons for the failures are:

If the problem persists, try:

• 🔄 Rebooting your phone – sometimes helps with crashes MIUI.
• 📲 Update the application or reinstall it.
• 🛠️ Reset the settings of the Phone application (in Settings) → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Drop it).

1. Has the microphone permit been checked?

2. Have MIUI and recording app been updated?

3. Is free memory enough?

4. Have you tried another way of recording (e.g., through Google Drive)?-->

6 Where records are stored and how to export them

Conversation records can be stored in different folders depending on the way you write:

• 📁 Built-in recording MIUI: /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/ (amr).
• 📁 Party of annex: normally /storage/emulated/0/CallRecordings/ or /Download/CallRecorder/ (format.mp3 or.m4a).
• 📁 Screen recording: /DCIM/ScreenRecords/ (format.mp4).

To export the records:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (in File Transfer mode).
2. Copy files to a secure location (such as Google Drive or Yandex Drive).
3. For long-term storage, convert.amr to.mp3 (e.g., via Online-Convert).

⚠️ Note: Record files can only be used as evidence in court if three conditions are met: (1) the original file is unedited, (2) the metadata (date, time) is saved, (3) there is confirmation that the interlocutor was notified of the record (for example, the original file is not edited, SMS warning).

7. Alternative methods: when nothing helps

If the standard methods don’t work (e.g., on the Xiaomi 13T with the latest firmware), consider these options:

• 📻 FM-transmitter + Voicephone: Connect the phone to the FM-radio through 3.5mm audio output (if any) and record the sound on another recorder.
• 🔌 Analog splitter: Use an adapter USB-C → 3.5 mm + microphone (e.g. microphone, UGREEN CM499) direct-record.
• 💻 Recording via PC: connect your phone to your computer, use Scrcpy to duplicate your screen, and record audio via Audacity.

These techniques require additional hardware, but they guarantee results even on “locked-in” firmware, such as an analog splitter that bypasses Android’s restrictions on recording sound during calls, as the signal passes through the hardware interface.

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If your Xiaomi model does not support recording conversations software, hardware solutions (for example, the same as the other two, FM-transmitter or splitter is the only reliable method.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Xiaomi