How to completely remove Xiaomi feedback service: 5 proven ways

Xiaomi feedback services are built-in tools that collect device usage data, send error reports, and invite users to participate in surveys to improve MIUI. However, many owners of smartphones, TVs, and smart gadgets of the brand want to get rid of these features for various reasons, from the desire to save battery power to concerns about privacy. In this article, we will discuss how to safely disable or remove feedback services on different Xiaomi devices without disrupting the system.

It is important to understand that some feedback elements are integrated deep into MIUI firmware, and removing them completely may require root access or special tools.However, most users will be able to significantly reduce the activity of these services by standard means. We will look at methods for smartphones (including Android 13/14) models, Mi TVs and smart devices of the Xiaomi ecosystem.

Why users want to remove Xiaomi feedback service

The main reasons Xiaomi device owners are looking to deactivate feedback services are related to performance, privacy and user experience.

• 🔋 Battery savings: Background activity of services (e.g. com.miui.analytics or com.xiaomi.midrop) can consume up to 5-7% Charges per day on budget models.
• 📡 Reduced network traffic: Error reports and analytics are sent to Xiaomi servers even when data is turned off in the background.
• 🛡️ Privacy: Data collection about app usage, geolocation and system events raises questions for privacy-conscious users.
• ⚡ Acceleration of the system: On weak devices (e.g. Redmi) 9A POCO C31) background processes can cause lags.

In addition, many users complain of intrusive feedback notifications that appear even after the option is turned off in the settings, such as offers to rate the application or participate in a Mi Community survey, and in the following sections we will show how to get rid of these problems.

Method 1: Disabling feedback through standard MIUI settings

The safest method is to deactivate feedback services through the settings menu, which does not require root rights and is suitable for all devices on MIUI 12-14.

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version to activate the developer mode (if not already activated).
3. Return to the main settings menu and select Additional → Special Opportunities → Feedback.
4. Turn off the sliders: 📊 Sending error reports 🔍 Participation in the improvement programme MIUI 📢 Showing survey notifications

Reset the device.

After these actions, the main feedback services will be deactivated, but some background processes (e.g., com.miui.analytics) may continue to work.

Method 2: Removal via ADB (without root rights)

If the standard shutdown did not help, you can use the Android Debug Bridge tool (ADB). This method allows you to remove unnecessary packets without getting root access, but requires you to connect the device to a computer. MIUI 11-14 based on Android 10-14.

Note: Back up your data before you start, as incorrect ADB commands may disrupt your system.

⚠️ Note: Deleting system packages may cause some features to fail (e.g., thematic design or cloud backup) Do not delete packages that you do not know the purpose of.

Steps to remove through ADB:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on your computer.
2. Activate debugging by USB in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version → Developer Settings).
3. Connect the device to your PC and execute in the command line: Adb devices make sure your device appears in the list.
4. Enter commands to remove feedback packets (one by one): adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.analytics adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.xiaomi.midrop adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.miui.bugreport
5. Reset the device.

Instructions:

1. Download the utility from the official GitHub repository.
2. Connect the device to a PC with USB debugging enabled.
3. Run XiaomiADBFastbootTools.exe and select your device model.
4. Go to the Debloat section (Cleanup).
5. Find the list and check the boxes: 📊 Analytics (com.miui.analytics) 🐛 Bug Report (com.miui.bugreport) 📤 Mi Drop (com.xiaomi.midrop) 🗳️ User Feedback (com.xiaomi.joyose)

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Once the process is complete, the device will restart automatically, a method that is considered one of the most secure, as the utility checks the compatibility of packets with your version of MIUI.

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Before using Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools, create a restore point in TWRP (if custom Recovery is installed).

Method 4: Manual removal of system APKs (root required)

For advanced users who are ready to root, it is possible to completely delete feedback service files, which has the maximum effect, but carries the risk of system instability, and is recommended only for firmware based on Android 9-12.

You'll need:

• 📱 Device with unlocked bootloader and installed Magisk.
• 🖥️ PC with installation ADB and Fastboot.
• 🔧 File Manager with support for root (for example, Root Explorer or Root Explorer) FX File Explorer).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install Magisk Manager from the official source.
2. Open the root file manager and go to /system/priv-app/
3. Delete the following folders (take backups before deleting!): Analytics BugReport Joyose MiDrop

Settings → Storage → Clean the cache

Reset the device.

⚠️ Attention: Removal of system APK This can cause a cyclic bootloop if you remove critical components. Always check the destination of folders before deleting them.

After successful removal, it is recommended to check the operability of the main functions: Mi Account, Themes, Software Update. If you have problems, restore deleted files from the backup.

Method 5: Disabling feedback on Mi TVs and smart devices

Feedback services are not only present in smartphones, but also in other devices of the Xiaomi ecosystem, such as Mi TVs, Mi AI Speaker smart speakers and even robot vacuum cleaners.

For Mi TVs (based on PatchWall or Google TV):

1. Go to Settings → Device → Device → Feedback.
2. Turn off the options: 📊 Automatic reporting 🔄 Participation in the improvement programme

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For smart devices (e.g. Xiaomi Mi Band or Mi Home Security Camera):

• 📱 In the Mi Home mobile app, go to the settings of a particular device.
• 🔧 Find the Diagnostics or Feedback section and disable data sending.
• 🌐 Alternatively, use Alternate Mi Home Server (such as Home Assistant) to block requests to Xiaomi servers.

Important: On some smart devices (such as Mi Robot Vacuum), disabling feedback can limit access to cloud-based features such as voice control or remote control over the Internet.

What to do if feedback continues to work

If after all the manipulations, feedback services continue to send data or show notifications, check the following points:

1. MIUI Update: After the firmware update, some settings may reset. Repeat the shutdown procedure.
2. Hidden Packages: Some versions of MIUI mask feedback services under other names (e.g., com.xiaomi.market can also send analytics).
3. Background permissions: Check in Settings → Apps → Permissions, whether services are granted rights to Autostart or Work in the background.
4. DNS-filtering: Use Pi-hole or AdGuard Home to block domains: data.mistat.xiaomi.com sdkconfig.ad.xiaomi.com api.brs.intl.miui.com

If the problem persists, consider installing custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience) that doesn’t contain Xiaomi feedback services.However, this will require unlocking the bootloader and may take you out of warranty.

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On global firmware (EEA/Global) devices, feedback services are less intrusive than on Chinese versions of MIUI. If you have a choice, give preference to official global builds.

FAQ: Frequent questions about removing Xiaomi feedback