What apps can be removed on Xiaomi Redmi 9 with NFC: a safe list

Owners of Xiaomi Redmi 9 smartphone with NFC module often face a situation when after purchase the device starts to work slower, and RAM is filled with incomprehensible processes. This is due to pre-installed software that manufacturers and carriers impose on the user. Many of these programs not only take up space, but also consume battery power in the background.

Cleaning the system properly allows you to significantly speed up the MIUI interface and free up gigabytes of internal memory, but it is important to understand that removing system components requires caution, since some processes are critical to the operation of the phone, including the wireless module.

In this article, we will discuss in detail which packages can be safely uninstalled and which ones are strictly forbidden to touch, you will learn to distinguish useful services from digital garbage and you will be able to customize your gadget for your personal needs.

Analysis of pre-installed software on Redmi 9

Redmi smartphones come with a MIUI shell that contains many built-in applications, some of which are vital to the Android operating system, another is Google services, and the third is advertising software and duplicates of standard programs, and the user needs to clearly distinguish these categories before starting a cleaning.

Special attention should be paid to applications related to payment systems and the NFC module. Global versions of firmware often feature Google Pay services (now Google Wallet) or regional counterparts that may conflict or be useless in your region, and their removal is usually safe unless you plan to use contactless payment via your phone.

System processes, such as com.android.phone or com.miui.securitycore, are not to be touched, they provide basic call functionality and device security, and an error in packet selection can result in bootloop or network signal loss.

⚠️ Note: Before removing any system applications through ADB Make sure to create a full backup of data. Recovering remote system components without a backup may not be possible.

For deep analysis, tools like ADB AppControl on the PC or SD Maid on the device itself are best used, allowing you to see not only shortcuts on the desktop, but also hidden system services that consume CPU resources.

Secure list of applications for removal

There is a list of packages that are removed in 99% of cases without consequences for the stability of the Xiaomi Redmi 9, these include primarily marketing applications and services that duplicate the functionality of the programs you have already installed.

First and foremost, you should get rid of Bloatware, which is advertising software, which can be games, hotel reservation apps, news aggregators, and app stores like GetApps (if you don't use them), which often hang in the background and send analytics.

• 🗑️ Mi Credit / Mi Pay: Financial services that are relevant mainly for the Chinese and Indian markets.If you do not use them for payment, feel free to delete.
• 🗑️ Yellow Pages: A directory that is often integrated into a call, but can be replaced by a third-party solution or not needed at all.
• 🗑️ Feedback / Bug Report: Applications for sending error reports to developers. The average user does not need them and only consumes traffic.
• 🗑️ Facebook/Netflix/Booking: Third-party software preinstalled by the manufacturer.If there is no label on the screen, it can sit deep in the system.

You can also remove standard Google apps if you don’t use them (e.g. Google TV, Google Play Music, Google Maps if you use Yandex Maps).However, remove them with caution, as some system features may depend on Google Play Services libraries.

The Redmi 9 can have both Chrome and MIUI Browser, two app stores, two cloud storage, leave what you want and remove the other to save space.

⚠️ Note: Do not delete the com.miui.cloudservice (Mi Cloud) package if you sync contacts or photos. its deletion will result in loss of access to backups in the Xiaomi cloud.

Hazardous to remove system components

There is a category of applications that will cause the smartphone to work unstable or individual functions to fail completely. On Xiaomi Redmi 9 with NFC module, it is especially important to maintain the integrity of drivers and communication services.

The critical thing is the NFC Service, which is the chip that runs the short-range contactless service, and if you remove that component, the phone will stop seeing access cards, travel cards, and payment terminals, and it will be difficult to restore it without flashing it.

The following system services should not be affected:

• 🚫 Security Center: Responsible for permissions, antivirus, memory cleanup, and task manager, and without it, the phone will be vulnerable.
• 🚫 System UI: Responsible for displaying the interface, status bar, notification curtains.
• 🚫 Package Installer: Required to install and update any applications. Without it, you won't even be able to return remotely.
• 🚫 Telephony / Dialer: Basic modules for making calls and working SIM-map.

Be wary of removing Google Play Services. While technically possible, many third-party apps (banks, navigators, instant messengers) will stop working correctly or will constantly fly out.

Another important component is com.miui.misys, a MIUI framework that links different parts of the shell, and deleting it can cause chaotic system behavior, the disappearance of settings, or the inability to log into a Mi Account.

Tools for Safe Deinstallation

To remove Android system applications without Root rights (which are difficult and unsafe to get on Redmi 9), the best way to do this is to use USB debugging, which allows you to send commands to delete packets directly into the system.

The most reliable way is to use a computer and the Android Debug Bridge (ADB) utility. You will need to download Platform Tools from the official Google website and install drivers for your smartphone. Once you turn on USB debugging in the Developer Menu, you will be able to manage packages.

The removal command is as follows:

adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 name.packet

Where the name.packet is the exact name of the application (e.g. com.facebook.katana) It is important not to confuse the name of the package, since the command will run instantly.

For those who are afraid of the command line, there is a great program for PC – ADB AppControl. It has a graphical interface, automatically determines the model of the phone (in our case, Redmi 9) and marks the application with the color: green (safe), yellow (with caution) and red (do not touch).

If you choose to use mobile cleaners on your phone, make sure they have good reviews and don’t require suspicious permissions. However, the features of these apps without Root rights are limited only by the user level, they often can’t remove system debris.

Table: Popular removal packages and their description

To make it easier to navigate system processes, we have compiled a table with the most common packages on Xiaomi, and use it as a reference when analyzing installed applications.

Note that package names may vary slightly depending on the firmware version (Global, EEA, China). Always check the package description in the search engine before deleting it if you are not sure of its purpose.

The com.xiaomi.joyose package deserves special attention. Many Redmi users remove it to improve gaming performance, as it sometimes artificially limits the CPU frequency.

Optimizing NFC after cleaning

After removing the excess software, the NFC module on Redmi 9 can earn more stable, as the number of background processes trying to access the antenna decreases.

Make sure that the Connection and Sharing -> NFC settings have the right security element, usually HCE Wallet or SIM card, and if you delete payment application, the setting may have gone wrong.

It is also recommended to disable the Always On NFC feature if you have one in your MIUI version, which will save battery power by activating the chip only when you bring the phone to the terminal.

You can use a diagnostic menu to check the module, dial the code ##6484## in the phone, select the NFC test, and follow the instructions on the screen, and if the test is passed, the system files are intact.

⚠️ Note: When you delete apps related to Google Pay or Mi Pay, your card details may disappear from the app. you will have to add them again after cleaning the system.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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The main principle of cleaning Xiaomi Redmi 9: remove only what you know exactly what the purpose of the package is. NFC oral.