How to turn off SOS mode on Xiaomi: 5 working ways

SOS on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for emergencies that automatically sends a distress signal with coordinates to your contacts. But sometimes it works by accident: when you press buttons in your pocket, after a phone drops or because of a failure in MIUI. If your Redmi, POCO or Mi constantly turns on emergency mode, it not only drains the battery, but also scares loved ones with false alerts.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to disable SOS on Xiaomi devices, from standard settings to hidden commands for advanced users, and describe the nuances for different versions of MIUI (including MIUI 14/15) and models (from Redmi Note 12 to flagship Xiaomi 14).

What is SOS Mode on Xiaomi and When is it Activated?

The SOS (Emergency SOS) function in MIUI is designed to quickly alert loved ones of an emergency, and when activated, it:

• 📞 Calls pre-selected numbers (default is 112, but you can configure your own numbers).
• 📍 Sending. SMS with your coordinates (if included) GPS).
• 🔊 Includes a siren (on some models) to attract attention.
• 📱 Blocks the screen before entering the password (optional).

The mode can work in three cases:

1. Manual activation: five times pressing the power button (configured in Settings → Easter eggs and special features).
2. Automatic operation: when the phone falls (if the accelerometer sensor is turned on) or when emergency braking (on some models with MIUI 13+).
3. Software failure: Rarely, but the mode may turn on due to firmware errors (especially after updates).

If you didn't consciously set up a function, but it works, it's probably due to random taps or bugs in the system, and then we'll talk about how to fix it.

Method 1: Disable SOS via standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to deactivate the feature in the settings menu, which is suitable for all Xiaomi models on MIUI 12 and later (including HyperOS).

Instructions:

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to Easter eggs and special features (on some firmware – Additional features).
3. Select Security and SOS or Emergency SOS.
4. Turn off the SOS Emergency Slider (should turn grey).
5. Uncheck the Send Messages and Call Numbers if they are active.

Open Settings → Easter and special. opportunities

The section "Emergency SOS" was found

Slider's on the "off" position.

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On some devices (e.g., POCO F5 or Redmi K60), the path may be different:

Settings → System and device → Additional → Emergency SOS

If the Emergency SOS option is not in the menu, then the function is disabled by default or your firmware does not support it (relevant for older models like Redmi 5A).

Method 2: Reset SOS settings via the power button

If the mode was activated accidentally and now the phone is blocked (for example, requires entering a password after the phone is locked). SOS), You can reset it without completely shutting it down. MIUI 14/15 HyperOS:

Steps:

1. On the locked screen, click the Emergency Call button (usually at the bottom).
2. Enter any number (e.g. 123) and press Cancel.
3. The system will prompt you to return to the main screen - confirm the action.
4. Now unlock your phone with a password/fingerprint and check if the SOS has turned off.

If this method does not work, try the forced reboot:

• 🔄 Press the power button. + Volume increase by 10-15 seconds.
• 📱 After the vibration and logo Xiaomi release the buttons.
• 🔓 After restarting, check if it is still active. SOS.

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On some models (for example, Xiaomi 13T) to force the reboot you need to clamp the power + volume reduction.

Method 3: Disabling SOS through Developer Modes

For power users, there is a way to disable SOS through hidden developer settings, which will help if standard methods don’t work due to a system failure.

How to turn on the developer mode:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Click 7 times on the MIUI version line (you will be notified “You became a developer”).
3. Return to the main settings menu and select Additional → For developers.

Now find and disable the following options:

• 🔧 Debugging by USB (if included).
• 🚨 Automatically sending error reports.
• 📱 Allow location simulation (may conflict with the SOS).

Then restart your phone. After that, try turning off SOS again using the standard settings (see Method 1).

Method 4: Remove SOS contacts through the Contacts app

Sometimes the mode keeps going, even if the SOS itself is disabled in the settings, because the emergency contacts in the address book are saved, and they need to be manually deleted.

Instructions:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Groups.
3. Find the Emergency Contacts or SOS group.
4. Remove all numbers from this group (click on contact → Edit → Delete).

Also check:

• 📞 Default numbers: sometimes in SOS You have 112 or local emergency services. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Emergency numbers.
• 🔄 Contact Synchronization: When Contacts SOS sync with Google or Mi Account, delete them and there.

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Even after the contacts are deleted, SOS can remain active if the settings have enabled the option "Send coordinates for emergency calls" and it must be disabled separately in the Security and SOS menu.

Method 5: Completely reset (if nothing helps)

If SOS is turned on all the time and no methods work, there is a hard reset, which will delete all data from the phone, so make a backup beforehand.

How to reset your settings:

1. Open Settings → About Phone → Backup and Reset.
2. Select Settings Reset.
3. Confirm the action (a password may be required).
4. After restarting, set your phone as new.

Alternative method (if the phone is locked):

1. Turn off the device.
2. Press the power + increase the volume before the Mi Recovery logo appears.
3. Select Wipe Data (manage volume buttons, confirmation – power button).
4. After reset, restart the phone.

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If SOS is activated again after reset, it is a sign of a hardware problem. Contact the service center - the power button or drop sensor may be faulty.

Important: Some models (such as the Xiaomi 12S Ultra) may require re-assigning your Mi Account to unlock after a reset.

Table: Methods compatible with Xiaomi models

1 On POCO, cancellation through the lock screen may not work – a reboot is required.

2 On flagships, SOS contacts can sync with Mi Cloud – remove them in the cloud.

3 On older firmware (MIUI 11), the developer mode may not contain the necessary options.

What to do if the SOS is turned on by itself

If the mode is activated without your participation, the reasons may be as follows:

⚠️ Attention: On models with MIUI 14+ There is a function of autodetection of accidents, which includes SOS If you fall or hit, turn it off in Settings. → Easter → Security → Accident recognition.

Other possible causes and solutions:

• 🔋 Power button sticking: If the phone falls down often, the button may close. Check it or take it to the service.
• 🦠 Viral software: some applications simulate button presses. Install antivirus (like Dr.Web) and check the system.
• 🔄 Firmware failure: after a failed update MIUI Security features may not work properly. Try flashing your phone over the Fastboot.
• 📱 Case conflict: some cases press the buttons. Remove the case and check if the problem is recurring.

If the problem persists, try rolling back the firmware to the previous version or contact the official Xiaomi service.

FAQ: Frequent questions about SOS on Xiaomi