Xiaomi Cloud Sync Services Replaced – How to Turn Them Off in 2026

Since 2023, Xiaomi has been actively upgrading its Mi Cloud infrastructure, replacing legacy sync protocols with new solutions, which have affected not only the interface, but also the mechanisms of the background services, which has led to additional processes in the system, increased battery consumption and unauthorized data transfer. If you notice that after updating MIUI or device firmware, previously unknown services with names like com.miui.cloudservice or com.xiaomi.cloud appeared, this is a consequence of a global change in the Xiaomi ecosystem.

Compounding the problem, newer versions of Xiaomi Cloud are integrated deeper into the system than before, and now turning off sync through standard settings often fails to deliver the expected effect: processes continue to work in the background, and data still leaks to the cloud. In this article, we will discuss all available ways to completely disable, from basic settings to radical methods for advanced users, including removing system packets and blocking network traffic. MIUI 14/15 HyperOS, where the logic of the cloud has changed dramatically.

Why Xiaomi has replaced sync services and what it means for the user

The main reason for the change in the architecture of Xiaomi Cloud is the tightening of data protection requirements in the EU (GDPR regulation) and China (Cybersecurity Act 2021), the old synchronization system used vulnerable data transfer protocols, which created leak risks.

• 🔒 Encryption TLS 1.3 for all transactions (previously used obsolete) TLS 1.1).
• 📦 Modular structure: instead of a single monolithic service, several independent components are now running (for example, separately for contacts, notes, backups).
• 🌍 Data from EU users is now stored on servers in Germany and Ireland, not just in China.

However, these changes have had negative consequences:

• ⚡ Increased battery consumption: New services are more likely to use WorkManager and JobScheduler for background tasks.
• 📶 Traffic Leak: Even with synchronization disabled, some modules continue to send telemetry.
• 🔄 Difficulty of disconnection: in MIUI 14+ HyperOS and standard switches in settings are often ignored by the system.

According to traffic analysis conducted by XDA Developers enthusiasts, new versions of the Mi Cloud transmit up to 30% more metadata to Xiaomi servers than before – even when synchronization is turned off, this includes information about installed applications, device usage time and geolocation (unless permissions are manually revoked).

Method 1: Standard shutdown via MIUI/HyperOS settings

Let’s start with the most obvious method that will work for most users on devices before MIUI 13, which may only have a partial effect on newer versions, but it’s still worth trying first.

1. Open the Settings. → Xiaomi account (or Mi Account on older versions).
2. Go to the Xiaomi Cloud section.
3. Turn off the main sync switch at the top of the screen.
4. Scroll down and manually turn off sync for each item: contacts, notes, photos, call records, etc.
5. Return to Settings → Applications → Application Management, find Xiaomi Cloud and click Stop (forced stop).

On HyperOS, the path may be slightly different:

Settings → Users and accounts → Xiaomi Account → Xiaomi Cloud

⚠️ Note: On some devices (e.g. Xiaomi 13 Ultra or Redmi Note 12 Pro)+) After you turn off sync through your settings, the services still work, which is because the Mi Cloud system applications are integrated into Google Play services (even on non-device devices). GMS). To check the activity, open Settings → Battery → Using the battery and find the processes com.miui.cloudservice. Method 2: If you don’t need Mi Cloud services at all (for example, you don’t use backups or device search), the most reliable way to get rid of sync is to completely delete Xiaomi account from the device: 🔓 Disable all cloud services, including phone search and backup. 📱 Reset some settings (for example, registration topics related to the account). 🚫 Unable to use branded applications (Mi Home, Mi Fit, etc.) without re-authorizing. Instructions to remove: Go to Settings → Xiaomi account → Account management. Select Delete Account (Password may be required). Confirm Action. Device will reboot. After deletion, check active processes through Settings → Annexes → Show all apps and find: com.miui.cloudservice com.xiaomi.cloud com.miui.cloudbackup If they remain, stop them manually and revoke all permissions (storage, contacts, location). All data stored in Xiaomi Cloud (photos, contacts, notes) will be deleted from the servers after 30 days. Local files on the device will remain intact, but access to them through other devices (for example, through the web version of Mi Cloud) will be lost. Method 3: Blocking network traffic through the firewall If standard methods do not help, and you do not want to delete the account, you can block the access of Xiaomi Cloud services to the Internet. This will not turn off the processes themselves, but stop the transfer of data to the servers: 🛡️ Built-in firewall MIUI (firmware-readable EU-rums). 📱 Third-party applications like NetGuard or AFWall+ (root). 🖥️ Router: lock.mi.com and.xiaomi.com domains at the router level. Instructions for NetGuard (no root): Install NetGuard from Google Play or APKMirror. Open the app and search the Xiaomi Cloud and Mi Cloud list. Turn them off Wi-Fi and mobile data. Activate the option to Lock when you start the system. To block at the router level, add the following domains to the blacklist (relevant to Keenetic, ASUS RT, TP-Link): account.xiaomi.com api.account.xiaomi.com cloud.xiaomi.com api.global.mi.com *.mi.com *.xiaomi.com ⚠️ Note: Blocking domains *.mi.com may disrupt other Xiaomi services such as Mi Home or software updates. If important features are no longer working after blocking, add exceptions for domains api.io.mi.com (for smart home) and update.mi.com (for updates). Method 4: Shutdown through ADB (For advanced users, if you have access to ADB (Android Debug Bridge, which can be forced to disable Xiaomi Cloud services without deleting your account, works on most Xiaomi devices, including HyperOS models. Before the beginning: 🔧 Turn on Debugging. USB In Settings → The phone. → Version. MIUI (press 7 Once, then return to the additional settings. → For developers). 🖥️ Install. ADB On a computer (e.g., Google's Platform Tools) commands to disable: adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.cloudservice adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.xiaomi.cloud adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.cloudbackup adb shell pm disable-user --user 0 com.miui.cloudsync To get it back, replace disable-user with enable. The effect of the teams: Command What Disables Consequences of com.miui.cloudservice Main cloud service Stops synchronizing contacts, notes, calendar com.xiaomi.cloud Background tasks of the cloud Reduces battery consumption but can break backup com.miui.cloudbackup Backup Automatic backup creation com.miui.cloudsync File synchronization Stops uploading photos and documents to the cloud 💡Before execution ADB-Some services (e.g. com.miui.cloudbackup) may be critical to system applications. Method 5: Remove system packages (root only) The most radical method is to completely remove Xiaomi Cloud packets from the device. This requires root rights and can lead to unstable system operation, but it is guaranteed to eliminate all traces of cloud synchronization. Any file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Root Explorer) is suitable for removal. FX File Explorer: Packages that can be removed: /system/priv-app/MiCloudClient /system/priv-app/CloudService /system/priv-app/CloudBackup /system/app/CloudSync The alternative is through ADB with root rights: adb shell su mount -o rw,remount /system rm -rf /system/priv-app/MiCloudClient rm -rf /system/priv-app/CloudService mount -o ro,remount /system reboot ⚠️ Note: Removing system packages may result in: - Update errors MIUI/HyperOS (The system will try to recover deleted files. – Failure of proprietary applications (Mi Home, Mi Fit. – Loss of functionality (for example, search for a device through Find Device). Before deleting, be sure to create a full backup through the system. TWRP! What to do if nothing works: Alternative solutions If none of the above methods worked, consider the following options: Install custom firmware (for example, LineageOS or Pixel Experience). This will completely remove all Xiaomi services, but will require unlocking the bootloader and may deprive you of warranties.Use of alternative clouds: migrate data to Google Drive, Dropbox or Nextcloud and abandon Mi Cloud completely. If the problem is caused by a firmware bug, a formal request can speed up the release of the patch. Use the feedback form in the Mi Community app. There is another way for HyperOS devices to roll back to the old version. MIUI (If available, for example, on Xiaomi. 12T You can go back to HyperOS 1.0. MIUI 14, where cloud services run on the old scheme and are easier to disconnect. Instructions for rollbacks look for in the forums XDA or 4PDA for your model. 💡If you are not ready for radical measures (such as removing packages or firmware custom software), method combination 1 (disable in settings) + 3 (block traffic) will give the maximum effect without risk to the system. FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling Xiaomi Cloud: Can you disable Xiaomi Cloud without deleting your account? Yes, but the effect will be incomplete. Standard shutdown in settings only stops some services. To completely disable, you need to combine methods: blocking traffic through the firewall + manually + Revocation of permissions from com.miui.cloudservice and com.xiaomi.cloud, why does the battery still run out after the sync is turned off? Other Xiaomi services are likely to continue to work in the background, for example: com.miui.analytics (telemetry collection), com.xiaomi.midrop (file transfer via Wi-Fi Direct), com.miui.systemAdSolution (advertising services). → Battery → Battery use and forced shutdown. Will Find Device work after Cloud is turned off? No. Find Device is completely dependent on Xiaomi Cloud. If you turn off the cloud or delete your account, the ability to track the device through the official website will be lost. Alternatively, use Google Find My Device (if your device has Google services installed); How to check if my phone is transmitting data to Xiaomi Cloud; Use traffic monitoring apps like PCAPdroid or NetGuard: Run traffic capture. Open any application associated with Mi Cloud (e.g. gallery or contacts). Check logs for queries to.mi.com or.xiaomi.com. You can also use ADB to view active connections: adb shell netstat -tulnp | grep miui Will sync after resetting? Yes. When resetting to factory settings (Settings → Phone → Reset), all Xiaomi Cloud services will return to their original state. To avoid this: Before resetting, unset Xiaomi account in settings.