How to Record All Talks on Xiaomi: The Complete 2026 Guide

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones can be useful in a variety of situations, from fixing important business agreements to saving memorable conversations with loved ones. However, not all users know that modern devices based on MIUI have built-in tools for this, and third applications offer advanced features. In this article, we will discuss all the available ways — from standard features to professional solutions — and discuss legal aspects that can not be ignored.

It’s important to understand that recording capabilities depend on the smartphone model, firmware version and regional settings. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 14, the recording algorithm is different from that implemented on the Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 13. We will take these nuances into account and provide current instructions for most of the popular devices of the brand.

It's also worth noting that recording conversations is not only technical, it's also ethical, and in some countries, the consent of the person involved is required to legally use them, and we'll go through this in detail in one section so you can avoid legal problems.

Built-in Call Recording in MIUI: How to Enable and Configure

Starting with MIUI 12, Xiaomi added a conversation recording feature to the standard Phone app, but it can be hidden or disabled depending on regional restrictions.

Open the Phone app, go to Recent (the icon of the clock in the bottom menu) and tap the three dots in the top right corner. In the drop-down menu, select Settings, then go to Conversation Record.

• 🔄 Enable automatic recording for all incoming/outgoing calls;
• 📁 Select the save folder (by default — MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec);
• 🔊 Set up a recording notification (audible signal or voice alert).

If there is no Record Conversations on the menu, it may mean that the feature is blocked for your region, in which case it will help to change the firmware region (for this, read the section about circumventing restrictions) or use third-party applications.

⚠️ Note: On some models (for example, Xiaomi Mi 11 Lite) built-in recording works only for calls through the phone. SIM-VoIP calls (WhatsApp, Telegram) will not be recorded.

Third-party applications for recording: TOP-5 solutions for Xiaomi

If you don’t like the built-in MIUI tools (for example, due to lack of functionality or poor recording quality), you should pay attention to third-party applications. We tested dozens of programs and selected the ones that work best on Xiaomi devices, taking into account the features of MIUI and HyperOS.

Here are the key criteria by which we evaluated the applications:

• 🎤 Record quality (support for formats) MP3, AAC, WAV);
• 🔒 Confidentiality (no data leakage);
• 📱 Compatibility with the latest versions MIUI;
• 💰 The monetization model (free features vs. paid subscriptions).

To install any of these applications, go to Settings → Applications → Application Management → Special Permissions → Recording the sound and granting the necessary rights. Without this, the recording will not work!

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Bypassing regional restrictions: how to turn on the entry if it is not in the menu

On some Xiaomi firmware, the call recording feature is hidden due to legal restrictions in certain countries (e.g. the EU or the US), but it can be activated by changing the firmware region or editing system files.

Method 1: Change the firmware region (without root)

This method is suitable for most devices on MIUI 12-14 and does not require superuser rights.

1. Download Mi Region Changer (available on the XDA Developers forum)
2. Connect the smartphone to the PC and start the utility;
3. Select India region (India, recording conversations is allowed by default);
4. Reset the device.

Method 2: Edit cscfeature.xml file (requires root)

If you have root rights, you can manually edit the system file that is responsible for the available functions.

1. Open Root Explorer and go to /system/csc/


2.Look for the cscfeature.xml file and open it in the text editor




3 Find the string <CscFeature_VoiceCall>Recording</CscFeature_VoiceCall>




4 Change the value to <CscFeature_VoiceCall>Recording|true</CscFeature_VoiceCall>




5. Save the file and restart the device

⚠️ Warning: Incorrect editing of system files may result in loss of warranty or device "brick"; we recommend backing up before making changes.

Legal aspects: can you record conversations without consent

The legality of recording telephone conversations is governed by the laws of the country, and in most cases the rule is unilateral consent (that is, your consent as a participant in the conversation is sufficient), but there are exceptions.

• 🇷🇺 Russia: It is allowed to record conversations without notifying the interlocutor if you are a party (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), but using the recording in court requires proof of its reliability;
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Notification of the interlocutor (Article 31 of the Constitution) is required, and a hidden record may be considered a violation of the right to secrecy of correspondence;
• 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): In most EU countries, recording without consent is prohibited and punishable by fines of up to 20 million euros;
• 🇺🇸 U.S.: Laws vary by state, California requires consent of all parties, Texas requires a fairly one-sided approach.

If you plan to use the records in court proceedings or business correspondence, you must:

1. Notify the interlocutor about the recording (for example, by voice message at the beginning of the conversation);
2. Store original files without editing;
3. Make sure you have a date and time (this will help you to verify the authenticity).

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To avoid problems, add an automated voice notification to the beginning of each recorded file: "Conversation is recorded for internal use." This can be configured on most third-party recorders.

Where records are stored and how to protect them from loss

By default, call records on Xiaomi are saved in the folder /storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/. However, this path may change depending on the version. MIUI And the application that you use. Here's how to manage files:

How to find the records:

1. Open the Files app;
2. Go to the Audio section.
3. Sort files by date of creation (new records will be at the top).

How to secure records:

• 🔐 Encryption: Use applications like Cryptomator to create encrypted containers;
• ☁️ Cloud reservation: Automatically upload files to Google Drive or Mi Cloud (configure in the recorder app);
• 🗑️ Autoclean: Set up automatic deletion of old records (e.g., older than 30 days) to avoid filling up memory.

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Check your records regularly and delete unnecessary files. In six months, up to 5-10 GB of data accumulates, which can slow down your smartphone.

The solution to the problems: why not record calls to Xiaomi

If the recording function has stopped working or is not activated, the reasons may be as follows:

• 📵 Lack of permissions: Check if the app is granted audio recording rights and microphone access in Settings → Annexes → Permits;
• 🔕 Limitations MIUI: Some firmware versions block the recording for VoIP calls (WhatsApp, Telegram), and use specialized applications like Cube Call Recorder;
• 📶 Network problems: If the signal is weak, the recording may be interrupted. 3G or use Wi-Fi Calling;
• 🔋 Optimizing the battery: MIUI It can pause the recorder in the background. Add the app to the exceptions: Settings → Battery → Optimizing the battery → All applications.

If the problem persists, try the following steps:

1. Clear the cache of the Phone application in the settings;
2. Update MIUI to the latest version
3. Install an alternative firmware (e.g. xiaomi.eu) where write restrictions are removed.

⚠️ Attention: On Android devices 12+ and MIUI 13+ Google has tightened its microphone policy.Some recorders may require ADB-Extended permissions command: adb shell pm grant com.app.package android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO adb shell pm grant com.app.package android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE

Alternative ways to write: without apps and root

If you need to record a conversation once and do not want to install additional programs, you can use alternative methods:

Method 1: Turning on speakerphone + voice recorder

1. Turn on speakerphone during the call;
2. Open the standard Dictaphone app (or Google Dictaphone);
3. Start recording. Minus the method, the person will hear an echo if the microphone of the recorder is close to the speaker.

Method 2: Use of the second device

If you have a second smartphone or tablet, put it next to you and record the conversation through its recorder.

• Use headphones with a microphone;
• Close all unnecessary applications on the recording device;
• Place the microphone closer to the main speaker.

Method 3: Conference services

Services like Zoom or Google Meet let you record conversations legally if you notify the person you're talking to beforehand.

1. Create a conference in the service;
2. Connect to it from your smartphone and invite the interlocutor to join;
3. Enable the record (in Zoom: Manage → Write).

FAQ: Frequent questions about recording conversations on Xiaomi