How to remove SOS mode on Xiaomi: 5 proven ways (including hidden)

SOS on Xiaomi smartphones is an emergency alert feature that automatically sends coordinate messages to your contacts when you repeatedly press the power button. A useful option in emergency situations, but often works by accident: for example, when you take your phone out of your pocket or carry it in your bag. If you see the SOS Mode notification on the screen or your loved ones receive false distress signals, it is time to turn it off.

In this article, we will discuss all possible ways, including standard settings. MIUI, parameters SIM-Maps and even hidden commands for tech-savvy users.Instructions are up to date for Redmi Note models 10/11/12, POCO F3/F4/F5, Mi 11/12/13/14 and other devices based on MIUI 12–14 (If you have any questions after reading, check it out. FAQ end-of-article.

1. Disable SOS mode through the basic MIUI settings

The easiest way is to deactivate the feature in the settings menu, which works on 90% of Xiaomi devices unless the firmware is modified.

Steps:

• 📱 Open the Settings app (cog icon).
• 🔍 Go to Passwords and Security (on some models - Security).
• 🛡️ Find the emergency call point. SOS or Regime SOS.
• 🔄 Move the slider to the off position..

If you don’t have an emergency SOS call on your menu, try an alternative route:

1. Go to Settings → Additional → Special Opportunities.
2. Scroll down to the Quick Action block.
3. Turn off the emergency call option when you press the power button.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for the European market) emergency call SOS In this case, use the methods in the following sections.

2. Configure through parameters SIM-map

SOS is sometimes activated not by MIUI but by the operator through the Emergency Call service, which is typical for MTS, Beeline and Tele2 in Russia, as well as for CIS operators.

Instructions for Android 10–14:

• 📞 Open the phone application (pipe icon).
• 🔧 Click on three dots in the upper right corner → Settings.
• 📱 Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
• 🚨 Find the Emergency Calls section or SOS-messages and deactivate it.

If there are no such items in the phone menu, contact the operator:

If after the service is disconnected, the operator SOS It still works – the problem is the firmware of the phone, not the SIM-Go to the next section.

3. Reset security settings (without data loss)

Sometimes SOS will curl up because of a failure in the MIUI security module, which will help with a partial reset that does not affect personal files, but returns the security settings to factory ones.

How to do this:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Click 5-7 times on the MIUI version until you become a developer!
3. Return to the main settings menu and select Additional → Special Options → Resetting.
4. Select Reset Security Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
5. Confirm the action with a password / pattern lock.

⚠️ Note: After resetting, you will need to reconfigure your fingerprint, facial recognition, and application passwords. Save backups of important data (such as Wi-Fi passwords) in advance.

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If, after discharge, the regime SOS activated again, check if the phone has third-party emergency call software installed (for example, SOS Emergency or Safe365). Remove such applications through Settings → Annexes.

4. Disconnection through the engineering menu (for advanced)

If standard methods don’t work, you can use Xiaomi’s engineering menu, which requires caution – doing the wrong thing can disrupt your phone.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636### (some models may not work - try ##36446337##).
3. In the menu that opens, select Testing or Engineering Mode.
4. Go to the Telephony section → SOS Settings.
5. Turn off the Auto SOS Call or Emergency Mode option.

If the engineering menu on your model is blocked, try an alternative method using ADB:

5. Virus and malware check

SOS mode can be activated due to virus applications that mimic emergency calls, such as FakeSOS or Joker Trojans sending paid SMS to short numbers under the guise of distress signals.

How to check:

• 🛡️ Install antivirus (Dr.Web, Kaspersky or built-in) MIUI Security).
• 🔍 Run a deep scan.
• 📱 Check the list of installed applications for suspicious ones (for example, with the names Emergency, Rescue, Alert).
• 🚫 Disable Administrator Rights for Unknown Programs in Settings → Annexes → Special access → Device administrators.

Typical signs of infection:

• 📵 SOS-Messages are sent even when the phone is on the table.
• 💰 The account is debited for SMS Short numbers (check balance).
• 🔋 The phone is quickly discharged due to background activity.

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If the antivirus finds the threats, remove them and reset the security settings (Section 3), which solves the problem in 80% of cases.

Hardware causes: damage to the power button

If SOS only works when you press the power button, the problem may be mechanical damage to the key.

• 💥 The button "stuck" after falling or getting moisture.
• 🔧 Contacts oxidized (typical for phones after repairs).
• 🛠️ Microswitch worn out (typical of older Redmi models) 4/5).

How to diagnose:

1. Try to gently move the button with your finger – if it is “squeezed” without clicking, the mechanism is faulty.
2. Blow into the slot around the button (sometimes helps remove dust).
3. Check if SOS works with a light touch (if so, the button needs to be replaced).

Decisions:

• 🔧 Cleaning: Use a spray of compressed air or contact the service.
• 🔄 Replacement: Xiaomi Power Button Costs 300-800 ₽ (model-wise).
• 🚫 Temporary solution: Turn off the reaction to the power button in the settings (Settings) → Buttons → Press reaction).

FAQ: Frequent questions about SOS on Xiaomi