How to Find and Unblock Contacts on Xiaomi: All Ways 2026

The blocked contacts on Xiaomi smartphones are not just hidden numbers, but a full-fledged blackbook that can contain important information. Many users face a situation when they urgently need to find a locked number, but do not know where MIUI hides this list. Unlike standard Android, Xiaomi’s shell uses its own locking algorithms, which makes it difficult to find.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to view blocked contacts on Redmi, POCO and Xiaomi devices (including models from 2023-2026 on MIUI 14/15). You will learn how to find hidden numbers through standard settings, the Phone application, and using third-party tools.

1. Standard method: via the "Phone" application

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Phone app (green handset), which works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the MIUI version, but the interface may be slightly different.

Open the application and follow the following steps:

• 📱 Tap the three-point menu (⋮) top-right
• 🔍 Select Settings (or Call Options on some firmware)
• 🚫 Scroll down to the Blocking Numbers section or List of Blocked
• 📋 Here you will see a full list of blocked contacts with the ability to unlock.

On models POCO X5 Pro and Redmi Note 12 with MIUI 14 This path may look like: Telephone → Settings → Lockdown and identification → The list of blocked. SIM-Check the locks separately for each line.

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Some firmware only displays blocked contacts after the first incoming call from that number. Try calling from the second phone if the list is empty.

2. Alternative method: through security settings

If the standard path didn’t work, try finding blocked contacts through the system’s security settings, a method that is especially useful for Android 13/14 devices, where Xiaomi has moved some of its locking features to the Privacy section.

Instructions:

1. Open the settings (cog on the desktop)
2. Go to privacy. → Security
3. Select Number Lock or Spam Filter
4. The Blocked tab will show all hidden contacts

On Xiaomi 13 Ultra and Redmi K60, this section may be called Protection and Emergency Features. Please note that it also displays numbers blocked by the MIUI system spam filter that are not visible in the Phone app.

3. View through call log (hidden method)

Few people know that blocked contacts leave traces in the call log, even if the calls themselves do not pass, a method that works if the number tried to reach at least once after the lockdown.

Algorithm of action:

• 📞 Open the Phone application and go to the Journal tab
• 🔍 Slip on the search icon (magnifying glass) at the top of the screen
• 📱 Enter ##4636## (this is an engineering menu, don't be afraid)
• 🚫 In the search results will appear gray entries – these are blocked numbers.

On POCO F5 and Xiaomi 12T, this method only works when the developer is active. If the engineering menu doesn't open, activate it first via Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (tap 7 times).

4.Restore blocked contacts after reset

If you've done a Hard Reset, the standard methods won't help -- the lock list is stored in the system partition and erased. But there are two ways to restore it:

Method 1: Through a backup of MIUI

• 📱 Connect the device to the PC and check the folder MIUI/backup/AllBackup
• 🔍 Look for files with the.bak extension and the name blocklist
• 📋 Use it. MIUI Backup Tool for data extraction

Method 2: Google Account (if synced)

• 🌐 Go to contacts.google.com
• 🔍 Select More from the menu → Re-establish contacts
• 📅 Specify the date before the reset – this will restore all contacts, including blocked ones.

Make a backup copy of current contacts

Check for blocklist.bak files in MIUI/backup

Make sure you sync with your Google Account

Connect the device to a stable Wi-Fi -->

⚠️ Note: Restoring your Google Contacts will return all numbers, but will not restore the block list MIUI. You will have to lock the numbers manually again.

5. Use of third-party applications

If the built-in methods didn't work, you can use third-party tools, and we tested 3 apps that work reliably with Xiaomi:

For use of Truecaller:

1. Install the app from Google Play
2. Register and wait for the synchronization.
3. Go to the menu → Settings → Blocking → History of blocking

Important: Applications like Truecaller only see the locks they made through themselves, not through MIUI system settings.

6. Advanced methods (for experienced users)

If you need to gain full access to system locks, including hidden service numbers, you will need superuser (root) rights.This method is suitable for Xiaomi with an unlocked bootloader.

Instructions for root devices:

1. Install Root Explorer or Solid Explorer with root support
2. Go to /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db
3. Open the database with SQLite Editor
4. Follow the request: SELECT * FROM blocked_numbers;

Xiaomi. 13 Pro and Redmi. K50 Ultra path may be different: /data/user_de/0/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db. Be careful – wrong actions with system files can lead to the loss of all contacts.

⚠️ Note: Using root rights voids Xiaomi warranty and may disrupt the work MIUI Optimization, which will lead to increased battery consumption.

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For most users, standard methods are sufficient through Phone or Security Settings, and advanced root methods are only needed if you are recovering data after a major crash or need forensic evidence (for example, to fix spam calls).

FAQ: Frequent questions about blocked contacts on Xiaomi