How to remove safe mode on the phone Xiaomi: all ways 2026

Safe Mode on Xiaomi smartphones is an Android diagnostic tool that runs automatically when the system crashes or is forced through a combination of buttons. In this mode, all third-party applications are turned off, leaving only basic OS functions. Most often users encounter it after unsuccessful updates, software conflicts or hardware failures. But the main problem is that many people do not know how to properly exit Safe Mode on Xiaomi, especially if the standard reboot does not help.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to disable Safe Mode on Redmi, POCO and Mi devices (including the 2023-2026 models on MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS). You’ll learn why the phone can get stuck in this mode, how to avoid re-energizing, and what to do if none of the methods worked. Importantly, some actions require administrative rights or access to an engineering menu — we’ll detail each step so you don’t damage the system.

Why is Xiaomi’s phone booting in Safe Mode?

Safe Mode is activated by no accident, and here are the main reasons why your Xiaomi can switch automatically to Safe Mode:

• 🔄 Failed update MIUI/HyperOS — If the firmware is installed with errors, the system starts in diagnostic mode to prevent critical failures.
• 📱 Application conflict – virus software, incompatible APK Modified system files (for example, after root rights) can provoke forced safe boot.
• 🔋 Hardware problems – a damaged power button, a dead battery or a faulty battery sometimes cause a false alarm mode.
• 👆 User error – accidentally pressing a combination of buttons (for example, Power). + Loudness downwards) when switched on.
• 🛠️ Reset – After hard reset, some Xiaomi models are booted in Safe Mode for the first time.

If you've turned on once and everything's back to normal after you've restarted, there's nothing to worry about, but if Safe Mode comes up every time you turn on, it's a signal of a serious problem that needs to be diagnosed.

Method 1: Standard Reboot (the simplest method)

In 80% of cases, the key to getting out of Safe Mode on Xiaomi is a basic reboot.

1. Hold the power button for 5-7 seconds until the power menu appears.
2. Select the Restart option and confirm the action.
3. Wait for a full reboot (usually 30-60 seconds).

If you don't see "Safe Mode" in the bottom right corner of the screen after you restart, the problem is solved. If you still have the message, move on to the next way.

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⚠️ Note: On some models POCO (for example, POCO X5 Pro: A standard reboot may not work due to the firmware. In this case, try a forced reboot (click Power). + Volume up for 10 seconds).

Method 2: Removing Problem Applications

If Safe Mode is activated after you install the new software, it's one of the apps that's to blame to find it and delete it:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by installation date (Last).
3. Remove suspicious programs (especially those that requested administrator rights or access to system files).
4. Reboot the phone.

Typical "culprits":

• 🛡️ Antiviruses from unknown developers (e.g. Clean Master, DU Speed Booster).
• 🎮 Modified games with circumvention of the license (APK third-party).
• 🔧 Rooting applications (KingRoot, Magisk – if installed incorrectly).
• 📱 Launchers that replace the standard interface MIUI.

Method 3: Resetting to factory settings (if nothing helps)

If previous methods have failed and the phone is constantly booting in safe mode, you will have to reset to factory settings. This will delete all data, so back up in advance through Settings → About Phone → Backup.

Instructions for MIUI 14/HyperOS:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset.
2. Select Reset Settings → Erase all data.
3. Enter a password (if required) and confirm the action.
4. After resetting, the phone will restart as normal.

⚠️ Note: On devices with an unlocked bootloader, a reset may result in a lock MI-If you don't remember the login details, first link the device to your account through Settings. → Xiaomi account.

Method 4: Forced shutdown via engineering menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work, you can try disabling Safe Mode via the Engineering Mode, which is suitable for Xiaomi models running Qualcomm Snapdragon processors (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro, POCO X4 GT).

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the combination: ##4636##.
2. In the menu that opens, select Phone Information.
3. Scroll down and click Turn off Safe Mode (if the option is available).
4. Reset the device.

If #4636### doesn’t work, try the alternative codes:

• #7780## - soft reset (does not delete data)
• 2767*3855# – Complete reset (deletes everything, including internal memory!)

💡Before entering engineering codes, check the processor model in Settings → The phone. → Full spec. On devices with MediaTek chips (e.g. Redmi) 10C) These codes may not work.

Method 5: Fastboot Flashing (extreme case)

If none of the methods worked, and the phone stuck in safe mode after a failed update, all that remains is to reflash the device via Fastboot, which requires a PC, a USB cable, and command line knowledge.

Step-by-step:

1. Download the official firmware for your model from the Xiaomi Firmware website.
2. Unpack the archive in a folder on your computer.
3. Turn off the phone and press Power + Volume down to log into the Fastboot.
4. Connect the device to your PC and start the Mi Flash Tool.
5. Select the firmware folder and press Flash.

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⚠️ Note: Fastboot flashing deletes all data and can lead to bootloader lock if unofficial firmware is used. HyperOS models (e.g. Xiaomi 14) require unlocked bootloader.

💡If after flashing the phone again boots in safe mode, the problem may be a hardware malfunction (for example, a damaged motherboard.

What if the safe mode is turned on again?

If Safe Mode appears after each turn on, it's a sign of a system failure.

• 🔍 Check the power button – if it gets jammed or damaged, the phone may mistakenly recognize the tap as a command to enter safe mode.
• 📦 Update. MIUI/HyperOS — Go to Settings. → The phone. → Update the system and install the latest version of the software.
• 🛡️ Download antivirus (such as Malwarebytes) and scan your device for malware.
• 🔧 Reverse to the old firmware if the failure started after the update.

If the problem persists, a hardware defect (such as a damaged memory chip or power controller) is likely to be to blame, in which case only diagnostics at the service center will help.

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