Removal of all contacts from the phone Xiaomi Poco may be necessary in different situations: before selling the device, when changing SIM-It's a card or a memory cleaner, but it's got some nuances that are related to the firmware. MIUI Incorrect actions can lead to loss of important numbers or duplicate records after re-syncing.
In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to completely remove contacts – from standard tools. MIUI beforehand ADB-We'll focus on the Poco models. X3, Poco F3, Poco X5 Pro and other popular devices in the series will also learn how to avoid common errors and what to do if contacts are returned after deleting.
1. Delete contacts through the standard “Contacts” application
The easiest way is to use the built-in Contacts app (or Contacts in global firmware), which is suitable for deleting both individual records and all contacts at once, but has a limitation: it does not affect backups in Google Account or Mi Cloud.
To delete all contacts:
- 📱 Open the Contacts app on the home screen or in the app menu.
- 🔍 Press three points (⋮) In the upper right corner, select Contact Management (or Manage Contacts).
- 🗑️ Go to the section Delete Contacts → Choose all. → Delete.
- ⚠️ Confirm the action in the dialog window.
⚠️ Note: If you have sync enabled with Google or Mi Cloud, contacts will return the next time you connect to the Internet. To avoid this, first turn off sync in your account settings.
On some Poco models (e.g. Poco X4 Pro), the path may be different:
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2. Massive deletion via Google Account
If your contacts are synced with your Google Account, they can be deleted centrally via a web interface, which is convenient when you need to clear data on multiple devices at the same time (for example, on Poco F5 and tablet).
Instructions:
- Open your browser on your PC or phone and go to the Google Contacts website.
- Sign in with the same account used on Xiaomi Poco.
- Click on the square in the top left corner (all highlight) or use the Ctrl+A combination (on PC).
- Click on the basket icon (🗑️) and confirm the removal.
Contacts will disappear on your phone, but only if:
- 🔄 Synchronization enabled (Settings) → Accounts. → Google → Synchronization of contacts).
- 📶 The device is connected to the Internet (via Wi-Fi or mobile data).
⚠️ Attention: Deleted contacts are stored in the Google shopping cart for 30 days. To clear them irrevocably, go to the Recycle Cart section of Google Contacts and click Clear the Recycle Cart.
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3. Reset to factory settings (full cleaning)
If you not only need to delete contacts, but also completely clean your phone (for example, before selling), do a factory reset.This method deletes all data, including contacts, messages, photos and installed apps. Use it only as a last resort!
The following is a step-by-step guide for Xiaomi Poco:
- Go to Settings → About the phone → Reset settings.
- Select to erase all data (reset to factory).
- Enter the password from the lock screen (if installed).
- Confirm the action by pressing Erase Everything.
It's going to take 5 to 10 minutes, and when you restart, it's going to be like new.
- 🔋 Charge the battery by at least 50% to avoid turning off during reset.
- 📱 Make sure you have backups of important data (photos, chats, documents).
- 🔑 Remember the data from the Mi Account, otherwise after resetting the phone may require entering a login / password to unlock (Mi Account Lock).
| Model Poco | The path to resetting | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Poco X3/X3 Pro | Settings → About the phone → Resetting settings | Requires password confirmation from the lock screen |
| Poco F3/F4/F5 | Settings → Additional → Recovery and Reset | Additionally, offers reset only network settings |
| Poco M4/M5 | Settings → System → Advanced settings → Reset | May require input PIN-code SIM-map |
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Before resetting, untie all devices from your Mi Account (such as Mi Band or Xiaomi Smart Home) to avoid re-assignment issues.
4. Removal via MIUI Hidden Settings (for power users)
MIUI firmware contains hidden settings that allow you to manage system data, including contacts, and is suitable for users who want to delete contacts without resetting or through ADB.
Instructions:
- Activate Developer Mode: Settings → About Phone → MIUI Version (click 7 times)
- Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
- Connect your phone to your PC and use the ADB command: adb shell pm clear com.android.contacts This command clears the Contacts app data, including all saved numbers.
Alternative method (without ADB):
- 📲 Install Activity Launcher from Google Play.
- 🔍 Find Contacts Storage and select Clear Data.
⚠️ Attention: Use ADB or data cleanup via Activity Launcher may cause a malfunction of the Contacts app.
What if the contacts are not removed after cleaning?
5. Use of third-party applications
If standard methods don’t work, you can use third-party tools, such as Contact Remover or Simple Contacts, which allow you to massively manage records, including removing duplicates.
Example of Contact Remover:
- Download the app from Google Play.
- Give access to contacts.
- Select All → Delete.
- Confirm the action.
Advantages of third-party applications:
- 🔍 Filtering by group (e.g. only work contacts).
- 📊 Visualization of duplicates.
- 🔄 Automatic backup before deletion.
Disadvantages:
- 🛡️ Data Leakage Risk (check application permissions).
- 💰 Some functions are paid.
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The app side is handy for mass removal, but always check their reputation on Google Play and user reviews.
6 How to Avoid Recovery of Remote Contacts
A common problem after deleting contacts is that they are "returned" due to automatic synchronization.
- Turn off sync: Settings → Accounts → Google → Contact Sync (disable) Settings → Accounts → Mi Account → Sync (disable)
- Delete backups in the cloud: For Google: contacts.google.com → More → Delete contacts. For Mi Cloud: i.mi.com → Contacts → Delete everything.
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Contacts → Settings → Import / Export → SIM contact management
If you are selling a phone, you should also:
- 📱 Log out of all accounts (Google, Mi, Social Media).
- 🔑 Remove fingerprints and pattern lock.
- 📡 Reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Resetting network settings).