How to record a phone conversation on Xiaomi right while calling: all working methods

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones (including the Redmi and POCO lines) is a challenge that users face for various reasons, from fixing important business negotiations to preserving evidence in controversial situations. However, with the release of new versions of Android (starting with the 9th) and the tightening of Google’s privacy policy, standard call recording capabilities on most devices have been cut or completely removed. In this article, we will discuss 5 current ways to record a conversation on Xiaomi directly during a call – from built-in features (where they are still available) to third-party applications with circumvention of restrictions.

It is important to understand that the legality of recording conversations is regulated by the legislation of your country. Most jurisdictions require notifying the second subscriber about recording. For example, in Russia, according to Art. 23 of the Constitution and Art. 138 of the Criminal Code, recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed only in cases provided for by law (for example, to protect your rights in court).

1. built-in call recording feature on Xiaomi: where did it survive?

Before MIUI 12.5 and Android 11, many Xiaomi models had built-in conversation recording in the standard Phone app, which is now only available on devices for the Indian and Chinese markets (IN/CN region), as well as on some models with Global ROM firmware older than 2021.

• 📱 Open the phone application and dial the number.
• 🎤 During the call, pay attention to the screen: If there is a Record button (usually next to the hands-free and hold keys), the function is active.
• 🔊 After clicking, a notification will appear for the interlocutor (in some regions – automatically, in others – optionally).

If the button is not there, your firmware is not supporting it, and if you do, you can change your device region to India (but that will cause you to lose warranty and have problems with Google services), and the alternative is to use hidden engineering menus, but they don't work on all models.

2. Call recording applications: TOP-3 working options for MIUI

The app side remains the most versatile way to record conversations on Xiaomi, but due to the limitations of Android 10+, most of the programs from Google Play stopped working correctly, we tested dozens of applications and selected 3 reliable solutions that bypass locks:

For the correct operation of these applications on Xiaomi, you need:

1. Enable permission to Record sound in the application settings.
2. Activate AutoRun and Background Work for Application in Settings → Applications → Permissions.
3. Disable battery optimization for the application (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimization).

Install the application from a verified source |

Issuance of all necessary permits |

Turn off battery optimization |

Test the recording on a test call-->

⚠️ Note: Google Play Apps May Stop Working After Update MIUI. If the recording does not start, check the Microphone settings in Settings → Confidentiality → Application permissions: on some models (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5) additional adjustment is required ADB-circumvention.

3. Recording via second phone or voice recorder: a reliable but inconvenient way

If the software methods don’t work (e.g., on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with Android 14), the classic way is to use a second device to record, which is independent of the software versions and guaranteed to work, but has obvious disadvantages: poor sound quality and the need to synchronize the two devices.

How to record a conversation in this way:

• 📱 Put your second smartphone (or voice recorder) next to your main one.
• 🎤 Enable recording on the second device before the call starts (for example, through the standard Dictaphone app).
• 🔊 Activate speakerphone on your main phone (Xiaomi) for better sound capture.

To improve the quality of the recording:

• Use noise-cancelling apps like Voice Recorder by Splend Apps.
• Place the second phone 10-15 cm from the main speaker.
• Close the doors and windows to minimize noise.

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If you have headphones with a microphone (for example, Xiaomi Buds 4 Pro), connect them to the second phone – this will significantly improve the quality of the voice recording interlocutor.

4.Using Google Voice: A Legal but Limited Method

Google Voice offers a built-in feature to record incoming calls, but with serious limitations:

• ✅ It only works for incoming calls (outgoing calls cannot be recorded).
• ✅ Available only in the United States and Canada (required) VPN registration).
• ❌ Notify the interlocutor of the recording (mandatory under the laws of these countries).

How to set up:

1. Install Google Voice from Google Play.
2. Register (if necessary, use a VPN with servers in the United States).
3. In the account settings, enable the Call recording option.
4. During the incoming call, press 4 on the keyboard and the recording will begin.

The finished recordings are saved in the Voicemail section and can be exported to MP3, the main disadvantage is the inability to record outgoing calls and geolocation.

5 Rooting and modified firmware: for advanced users

If you’re willing to take drastic measures, getting Root rights or installing custom firmware (like LineageOS) will open up access to full call recording without restrictions, a method that is suitable for Xiaomi models where all other methods are blocked (such as Xiaomi 12T or POCO F5 on Android 13).

Step-by-step:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool (requires a binding Mi Account and wait 7-14 days).
2. Install TWRP or other custom recovery.
3. Squeeze Magisk to obtain Root rights.
4. Install the Call Recorder for Magisk module or the Boldbeast app with settings for rooted devices.

⚠️ Note: On HyperOS devices (e.g. Xiaomi 14), rooting is complicated by new security mechanisms. Check your model’s compatibility on forums before you start. XDA Developers or 4PDA.

6.Alternative methods: cloud services and SIP-telephony

If none of the above methods are suitable, consider the following options:

• 🌐 Cloud PBX (e.g. Zadarma or Mango Office): Redirect calls through a virtual PBX where recording is automatic.
• 📞 SIP-Telephony: Use applications like Linphone or Bria that support VoIP call recording.
• 💬 Conference calls: add a third subscriber (e.g. via Zoom or Telegram) and record the conversation as a conference call.

These methods require pre-configuration, but guarantee stable recording without depending on the phone model, for example, Zadarma offers free recording of incoming/outgoing calls when you connect a virtual number.

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Cloud services are the only legal way to record without notifying the interlocutor in most countries, as the service operator takes on compliance with privacy laws.

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Xiaomi