The Health app is Xiaomi’s standard fitness tracker that automatically installs on all of the brand’s smartphones (including Redmi and Poco), it collects data from the device’s sensors, syncs with the Mi Band’s smartwatches and bracelets, and tracks activity, sleep, and even stress levels. However, many users are faced with the problem of either not being on the menu or not being activated by default.
In this article, you will find 3 working ways to enable Health** on Xiaomi, even if it is hidden or disabled by the system. We will understand how to start it manually, restore it through Settings, and what to do if the application is removed or does not work after the MIUI update. Separately, we will focus on setting up sync with Mi Band and other nuances that will help to avoid errors.
Why can the Health app be turned off?
On Xiaomi smartphones, the Mi Health app is often hidden or deactivated for several reasons:
- 🔹 Regional restrictions: On some firmware (e.g. Europe or India), the app is replaced with Google Fit or removed as a “duplicate” app».
- 🔹 Firmware update: After Mayorapdate MIUI (For example, from 13 to 14, some system applications are reset.
If you don't find the Health icon on the home screen, it doesn't mean it's not on the system, it's likely that the app is simply hidden in the Google Services folder or disabled in the background. Check this out before you try to restore it through Play Market or third-party sources.
Method 1: Enable via MIUI settings
The most reliable way to activate Health** is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which works even if the app icon is not on the menu:
- Open the settings on your Xiaomi.
- Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
- In the search box, type "Health"** (or Mi Health in English firmware).
If the application is not listed, it means that it has been removed, in which case proceed to Method 3 (Restore via APK).
☑️ Preparation for the inclusion of Mi Health
Method 2: Launching through the system menu (hidden method)
On MIUI 12-14 firmware, the Health app** can be run through the hidden Activity Launcher menu, even if it doesn't appear in the interface.
- Install Activity Launcher from Play Market (developer de.szalkowski.activitylauncher).
- Open it and enter health in search.
- Find com.mi.health (or MiuiHealth on the newer versions).
- Slap it on and select Launch.
After that, the app will appear in the list of newly opened and it can be fixed to the home screen, which works even on the Redmi Note 10/11 and Poco X3/X4, where Mi Health is often absent by default.
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If the icon disappears after launching through Activity Launcher, add it manually through the App Shortcuts widget (hold your finger on the home screen → Widgets → Shortcuts).
Method 3: Recovery of Remote Applications
If Health has been removed (e.g. via ADB or rooted access), it can be restored in two ways:
Option A: Install the original APK
- 🔧 Install. APK, Pre-allow installation from unknown sources (Settings) → Annexes → Special access → Installation of unknown applications).
Option B: Reset to factory settings
If recovery through APK didn’t help, do a soft reset (without data loss):
Settings → About phone → Reset settings → Reset application settingsThis will bring all system applications, including Health, back to their original state.
What to do if the APK is not installed?
Sync with Mi Band and other devices
Once you turn on Health, you need to link it to a Xiaomi smartwatch or bracelet.
- After the connection, allow access to: 📍 Geo-Dan (for tracking routes); 📊 Notifications (for alerts on the clock); 💤 Motion sensors (for sleep monitoring).
If the bracelet is not connected, check:
| Problem. | Decision |
|---|---|
| The bracelet is not | Reboot the Mi Band (hold the 10 sec button) and update the firmware via Mi Fit. |
| Synchronization error | Clear the Health cache** in Settings → Apps. |
| No footstep data. | Enable Physical Activity Permit in Android settings. |
| Fast discharge of the bracelet battery | Turn off constant synchronization in Bracelet Settings → Energy saving. |
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For the Mi Band to work smoothly with the Health app, both devices must be linked to the same Xiaomi account. → Accounts.
Frequent mistakes and how to fix them
Even after successful Health switching on, users are plagued with bugs.
⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI the application has stopped displaying data about sleep or steps, reset its settings (Settings) → Annexes → Health → Warehouse → Clear the data. This will delete the old logs, but restore the functionality.
- ❌ Error: “No data»**:
- ❌ App flies out**:
- ❌ Not synchronized with the Mi Band**:
If the problem persists, try to roll back to the previous Mi Health version via APK. To do this, download the archive version (e.g. 4.6.0 for MIUI 12) from APKMirror.
Mi Health Alternatives: What to Use When Nothing Helps
If you fail to turn on Health**, consider alternative health monitoring apps:
| Annex | Pluses | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Google Fit | Integration with Android, support for most bracelets | Fewer features for Mi Band than in the original app |
| Mi Fit | Official application for Mi Band, stable synchronization | There are no functions (such as stress monitoring) |
| Zepp Life | Advanced sleep analytics, compatibility with Amazfit | Advertising in the free version, a complex interface |
For Mi Band owners 7/8 The best alternative is the Mi Fit, as it supports all bracelet functions, including measurement. SpO₂ But to replace Health, you'll have to use a combination of Google Fit (for steps) and Zepp Life (for sleep).