How to permanently remove Xiaomi tabs in Yandex Browser: the complete guide

Why Xiaomi tabs appear in Yandex Browser and how to fix it

If you notice that your Yandex Browser periodically opens tabs with Xiaomi ads, this is not an accident, this behavior is usually associated with the integration of Mi Account services or pre-installed applications on the brand’s smartphones. 80% of the time the problem occurs on Redmi, POCO and Mi devices due to cloud synchronization or hidden browser settings.

It’s important to understand that these tabs are not a virus, but they can be annoying and slowing down your browser. In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to remove unnecessary tabs, from simple settings to radical measures like resetting syncs, and how to prevent them from reappearing.

Before you start settings, make sure that you have the latest version of Yandex Browser. In older versions (up to 23.7), tabbed bugs were more common. You can update the browser through the Menu → About the browser.

Method 1: Disabling synchronization with Mi Account

The main reason Xiaomi tabs are coming in is automatic sync with your Mi Account, and even if you don't use the brand's services, it can upload "recommendations" in the background to stop it:

1. Open your smartphone settings → Accounts → Mi Account.
2. Select the data synchronization item.
3. Turn off the slider opposite Yandex Browser or Browser (depending on the version of MIUI).
4. Reset the device.

If the browser item is not in the sync list, try the second method, and check if your Mi Account is connected to other devices — sometimes tabs are opened due to activity on a tablet or laptop with the same account.

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After disabling sync, clear the browser cache through Settings → Applications → Yandex Browser → Memory → Clear the cache. This will delete temporary files that may have saved tab data.

Method 2: Resetting the settings of Yandex Browser to factory

If tabs appear even after the sync is disabled, the problem may lie in the settings of the browser itself, resetting will return all parameters to the default state, including possible hidden integrations with Xiaomi.

Instructions for smartphones:

1. Open Yandex Browser and go to the Menu (three dots) → Settings.
2. Scroll down and select Additional → Reset settings.
3. Confirm the action by clicking Reset.

For PC:

1. In the browser address bar, enter browser://settings/reset.
2. Click Restore the default settings.

Once reset, all saved passwords, bookmarks and history will be deleted. Export important data in advance through Settings → Import and export.

Save bookmarks in file|Export passwords (if you use autocomplete)|Remembering open tabs|Checking backup in Mi Cloud (for smartphones)-->

Method 3: Remove preinstalled Xiaomi apps

Xiaomi smartphones often pre-installed services like Mi Browser, GetApps or Mi Video, which can interact with Yandex Browser, and removing them will help eliminate unnecessary integrations.

How to delete:

• 📱 Through Settings: Settings → Annexes → App management. Find Mi Browser or GetApps, click Delete (if the button is inactive, use Disable).
• 🔧 Through ADB: System applications require a command: adb shell pm uninstall -k --user 0 com.mi.globalbrowser (replace com.mi.globalbrowser with the desired application package).

If the Remove button is not available, then the application is system, in which case only disabling or obtaining root rights will help.

Method 4: Blocking ads through hosts file (for advanced)

If Xiaomi tabs are advertising in nature (such as promotions or banners), they can be blocked at the system level by editing the hosts file.

Instructions for Android (root required):

1. Install the Root Explorer app or similar.
2. Go to /system/etc/hosts.
3. Add the following lines to the end of the file: 127.0.0.1 ad.mi.com 127.0.0.1 tracking.mi.com 127.0.0.1 api.brs.intl.miui.com
4. Save the changes and restart the device.

For PC (Windows):

1. Open the Notepad on behalf of the administrator.
2. From the menu, select File → Open and follow the path C:\Windows\System32\drivers\etc\hosts.
3. Add the same lines as for Android.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect editing of the hosts file can lead to problems with Internet access.Before changes, make a backup copy of the file.

Method 5: Reinstall Yandex Browser with a clean profile

If none of these methods worked, the radical solution is to reinstall the browser completely and delete all data, which is guaranteed to remove all integrations with Xiaomi, but requires reconfiguration.

For Android:

1. Remove Yandex Browser through Settings → Applications.
2. Clean the folder with residual files (use File Manager or SD Maid: /Android/data/ru.yandex.browser/.
3. Install your browser again from Google Play or APKMirror.

For PC:

1. Remove the browser through the Control Panel → Programs and components.
2. Delete folders: C:\Users\Your name\AppData\Local\Yandex\YandexBrowser C:\Users\Your name\AppData\Roaming\Yandex\YandexBrowser
3. Install the latest version from the official website.

After reinstalling, do not sign in to Mi Account via your browser and refuse to sync with the Xiaomi cloud.

Every day | Several times a week |Rarely, but it happens |Never noticed-->

Table: Comparison of Xiaomi tab removal methods

How to prevent the recurrence of tabs

To prevent Xiaomi tabs from reappearing, follow these guidelines:

• 🔒 Stop syncing with Mi Account in your browser. Use your Yandex or Google account instead.
• 🛡️ Install an ad blocker like AdGuard or uBlock Origin (for PCs) that intercepts requests to Xiaomi ad servers.
• 📱 Check application permissions regularly. Go to Settings → Annexes → Permits and disable browser access for suspicious programs.
• 🔄 Update. MIUI. In new versions of firmware (MIUI 14+) Reduced number of integrations with browsers.

⚠️ Note: If after all the manipulations, tabs continue to open, check the device for viruses using Malwarebytes or Dr.Web. Some advers masquerade as Xiaomi system processes.

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The most reliable way is to combine disabling sync + deleting Mi Browser + ad blocker, which closes all possible channels for unnecessary tabs.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi tabs in Yandex Browser