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

Safe Mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a diagnostic mode that automatically disables all third-party applications, leaving only system services. Its activation can occur after a failed update, an app malfunction or even accidental keystrokes when rebooting. If your Redmi Note 12, POCO X5 or Mi 11 screen says "Safe Mode" in the bottom corner - do not panic: it is not a virus or a breakdown. In 95% of cases, the problem is solved in a few steps without contacting the service center.

However, many users have difficulty trying to get the phone back to normal. Xiaomi’s official documentation often goes unnoticed: for example, that some models with MIUI 14+ may not work as standard reboot method due to changes in the core of the system. This article covers all the current methods of exiting Safe Mode, including the rare cases when the mode is turned on cyclically after each reboot.

If your smartphone is stuck in safe mode after installing custom firmware or rooting, do not try to reset through recovery without backing up: this can lead to a device "brick" on models with a locked bootloader (for example, Xiaomi 13T Pro).

1. Standard Reboot - The First Step

In 70% of cases, the exit from safe mode on Xiaomi is a simple reboot, but there are important nuances:

• 🔄 The classic way: press the power button for 10-15 seconds until the turn off menu appears. Select "Reset" (not "Switch off!") on some models (POCO F4, Redmi K50) You may need to hold the button until the logo appears and vibrations occur. MI.
• ⚡ Forced reboot: If the phone doesn't respond to presses, press the power button + This simulates battery extraction (relevant for models with a fixed battery).
• ⏳ Waiting: If the mode is activated again after the reboot, wait 5-10 minutes - sometimes the system itself returns to normal after the background processes are completed.

On devices with MIUI 13/14, a notification may appear after the reboot, "System Diagnostics Completed." That's OK, just swipe it left.

⚠️ Warning: If after 3 restarts in a row, the safe mode does not turn off, do not continue trying - this may indicate damage to system files.

2. Check buttons and hardware failures

Safe mode on Xiaomi is often activated due to sticking volume buttons, especially for Redmi 9A, POCO M3 and Mi A3 models, where buttons lose tactile responsiveness over time.

1. Visually inspect the buttons for physical damage or moisture.
2. Press the volume up and the volume down 10 times – they should clearly click without jamming.
3. Try tapping gently on the button area (like a screwdriver handle), then restart the phone.

If the buttons are really stuck, you can temporarily solve the problem programmatically:

adb shell input keyevent 24 # Volume-up simulation


adb shell input keyevent 25 # volume down simulation

These commands send virtual taps, which can wake the system up, and they require the USB debugging mode enabled (activated in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – press 7 times).

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If the volume buttons do not work at all, try connecting the headphones with the remote – sometimes this allows you to emulate the presses through the audio jack.

3. Removal of problematic applications

Safe Mode is automatically activated if the detects system conflicts with the application, especially if it:

• 📱 Use root rights (e.g. Magisk, Lucky Patcher).
• 🔄 Modifies system files (e.g., Xposed Framework, themes for the system) MIUI).
• 🛡️ It is a deep integration antivirus (e.g. 360 Security, Cheetah Mobile).
• 🎮 Emulators or cheat programs for games (GameGuardian, SB Game Hacker).

To find the culprit:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by installation date (the last ones installed are most often to blame).
3. Remove suspicious programs, then restart the phone.

If you can’t uninstall the app in Safe Mode (button is inactive), use ADB:

adb uninstall com.package.name

You can find out the package name through the command:

adb shell pm list packages | grep "appendix name"

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi models with MIUI 14+ Some system applications (e.g., com.miui.securitycenter) cannot be removed, which will lead to a reboot cycle. MIUI Wiki.

Remove the last 3 installed applications |

Check applications with root access |

Disable device administrators in security settings|

Try to remove the cache of system applications (Settings) → Memory. → Clear the cache)-->

4. Reset settings (without data loss)

If previous methods didn't work, the next step is a soft reset, which doesn't affect user data (photos, contacts), but returns system parameters to factory values, which helps when safe mode is called:

• ⚙️ Incorrect settings MIUI (For example, after manually changing the parameters via #4636##).
• 🔧 Conflict in Application Resolution Settings.
• 📡 Problems with network profiles (especially after a change) SIM-map).

Instructions for Xiaomi:

1. Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
2. Select "Reset All Settings" (not to be confused with "Reset to Factory Settings"!).
3. Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock.
4. After the reboot, check if the "Safe Mode" label has disappeared.

On some firmware (MIUI Global for POCO F5), this item may be called "Restore Default Settings." If you don't have an option, use an alternative path:

Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset → Resetting network settings

5.Working with Recovery and Fastboot (for advanced)

If Safe Mode appears after each reboot, it is a sign of damage to the boot partition or system files.

Method 1: Clearing the cache through Recovery

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume up before the Mi Recovery logo appears.
3. Select a language, then go to Wipe & Reset → Wipe Cache.
4. Confirm the action and restart.

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It will require:

• 💻 Computer with Mi Flash Tool drivers installed.
• 🔗 Official firmware for your model (download on Xiaomi website).
• 🔌 Cable USB Type-C (preferably original).

Step-by-step:

1 Unpack the firmware in a folder without Cyrillic.


2. Launch the Mi Flash Tool on behalf of the administrator.




3. Transfer the phone to Fastboot mode:




- Turn off the device.




- Press the food + Volume down until the hare appears in the hat-eared.




4. Connect the phone to the PC.




5. In the Mi Flash Tool, select the firmware folder and click "Refresh".




6.Push "Flash" and wait for completion (10-15 minutes).

⚠️ Note: On Xiaomi models with a locked bootloader (Redmi Note 11, POCO M4 Pro) before the firmware, you must unlock the Bootloader through the official Mi Unlock application. Without this, the Mi Flash Tool will give the error "Couldn't load device".

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Fastboot flashing is the only reliable way to eliminate the safe mode caused by damage to the system partition /system or /vendor.

Hardware malfunctions and service center

If none of the software methods worked, the problem could be the hardware.Typical hardware reasons for Xiaomi's looped safe mode:

• 🔋 Battery Failure: Bloating or Voltage Drop Lower 3.5V (Relevant to old Redmis 4X, Mi 5).
• 🧠 Flash memory damage: Bad blocks in the section /system (often after a failed update by air").
• 📶 Problems with the antenna module: on some models (POCO X3 NFC) A failure in the communication module can trigger Safe Mode.

Diagnosis at home:

1. Check the battery: - Turn off the phone and connect to charging. - If the charging indicator flashes red or the phone turns off at 20-30% charge - the battery is faulty.
2. Test the memory: - Install the AIDA64 application (works in Safe Mode). - Go to Memory → Read/Write Test. - If the speed is below 50 MB/s or there are errors - the flash memory is damaged.

Cost of repairs in Xiaomi service centers (2026):

If your Xiaomi is under warranty, do not try to repair it yourself - opening the case will void warranty obligations. mi.com/ru/service/center.

FAQ: Frequent questions about safe mode on Xiaomi