How to turn off Safe Mode on Xiaomi: All working methods

Safe Mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a diagnostic tool that automatically disables all third-party apps and leaves only system services. It is activated when critical crashes, program conflicts or incorrect updates. However, sometimes the phone gets stuck in this mode, and at the bottom of the screen the message Safe Mode is constantly burning. Why is this happening and how to return the device to normal operation?

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to disable Safe Mode on all Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO models, from simple reboots to manual methods via ADB and Fastboot. We will focus on the typical errors that can turn the mode on again, and give recommendations for prevention. If your smartphone freezes after updating MIUI or installing an application, here you will find a solution.

Why does Xiaomi include a safe mode on its own?

Activating Safe Mode without you is a system defense response to critical errors, and here are the main reasons why it happens:

• 🔄 Failed update MIUI: If the firmware has been interrupted or installed with errors, the system can boot in safe mode to prevent data corruption.
• 📱 Application Conflict: Viruses Damaged APK-Files or incompatible programs (such as modified launchers) often trigger an automatic transition to Safe Mode.
• 🔋 Hardware failures: Problems with the power button, battery or motherboard can simulate a command to enable safe mode.
• 🛠️ Manual activation by mistake: Long pressing of the power button + Loudness down when you turn on your phone activates this mode.

On Xiaomi 12/13, Redmi Note 11/12 and POCO F4/F5, the mode is most often turned on after installing custom firmware or root rights. If you have recently changed software, this is the first reason to check.

Method 1: Standard Reboot (works 70% of the time)

The simplest method is forced reboot, which helps if the mode is turned on due to a temporary failure, not a hardware malfunction.

1. Hold the Power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
2. Wait 30 seconds – it is important that the capacitors are discharged.
3. Turn on the phone in the standard way (Power button).

If after the reboot, the Safe Mode message is gone, the problem is solved. If not, move on to the next method.

⚠️ Note: On some models POCO (for example, POCO X3 Pro) prolonged retention of the power button may activate Safe Mode again. + Loudness up.

Method 2: Removing a “Problem” Application

If the mode is turned on after installing a particular application, it must be removed. In Safe Mode, all third-party programs are disabled, but system tools (such as Settings) work.

How to find the culprit:

1. Open Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by installation date (Last).
3. Remove suspicious programs (especially launchers, optimizers, or games with modified APKs).
4. Reboot the phone.

Typical "culprits":

• 🎮 Launchers: Nova Launcher, Apex Launcher, Microsoft Launcher.
• 🛡️ Optimizers: Clean Master, DU Speed Booster.
• 📱 Modified firmware: LineageOS, Pixel Experience (if installed unofficially).

Method 3: Reset the launcher settings (if the screen is “empty”)

Sometimes, all the app shortcuts go missing in Safe Mode, and the screen goes blank. It's not a failure, it just turns off the user launcher.

1. Swipe your finger up from the bottom edge of the screen to open the app menu.
2. Find the settings and open them.
3. Go to the Apps → Application management.
4. In the search, type in the name of your launcher (for example, MIUI Launcher).
5. Click Warehouse → Clear the cache and Clear the data.
6. Reboot the phone.

If shortcuts don’t appear after that, install a standard launcher via Google Play (like Google Now Launcher) or reset settings (see next method).

Method 4: Disable Safe Mode via ADB (for advanced)

If standard methods don't work, you can use Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a computer and enabled USB debugging.

Step-by-step:

1. Download ADB Tools and unpack the archive.
2. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-cable (original!).
3. Enable USB Debugging in Settings → About Phone → MIUI version (click 7 times to unlock Developer Mode, then find the option in Additional).
4. Open the command line in the ADB folder and type:

adb shell settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0


adb shell settings put global safe_mode 0




adb reboot

After restarting, the phone should go out of safe mode. If the command does not work, try an alternative:

adb shell am broadcast -a android.intent.action.BOOT_COMPLETED

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (especially custom teams ADB They can be blocked, and then only resetting or flashing will help.

1. Install Xiaomi USB Drivers drivers.

2. Use another USB-cable (preferably original).

3. Switch the connection mode to File Transfer (MTP) notice-curtain.-->

Method 5: Hard reset (if nothing worked)

If the phone is constantly loading into Safe Mode and does not respond to other methods, the last option is a factory reset, which will delete all data, so make a backup (if the phone works at all).

How to perform the reset:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press Power + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
3. In the Recovery menu, select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (manage by volume buttons, confirm by power button).
4. After reset, select Reboot.

On models with a locked bootloader (such as Xiaomi 14) you may need to log in to Mi Account after reset. Make sure you remember the login and password!

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Resetting to factory settings is a last resort, and try all other methods before you do that, because it's almost impossible to recover data from Wipe Data.

What if the safe mode is turned on again?

If it is activated on the next download after a successful exit from Safe Mode, the problem lies deeper.

• 🔄 Damaged firmware: Fastboot phone with official version MIUI (You can download it on the official website).
• 🛠️ Faulty power button: If the button is stuck or damaged, it can mimic the combination to turn on Safe Mode. Check its operation or take the phone to the service.
• 📦 Conflict with Magisk/Root: If you have root rights, upgrade to Magisk or perform Unroot.
• 🔋 Battery problems: On Redmi models 9/10 Sometimes the low voltage protection goes off. Try charging your phone to the top. 100% and reboot.

If you suspect a hardware malfunction (for example, after a phone crash), it is better to contact a service center.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Safe Mode on Xiaomi