How to turn off Safe Mode on Xiaomi: all ways with photos and videos

Safe Mode on Xiaomi smartphones is a diagnostic tool that automatically activates when system failures or application conflicts. In this mode, the device boots with a minimum set of drivers and disables all third-party programs, which helps to identify the cause of the problem. However, many users face the problem when the phone gets stuck in Safe Mode after a restart or update, and standard retention of the power button does not help.

In this article, we will discuss 5 proven ways to disable safe mode on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO – from basic (reboot) to advanced (working with ADB and resetting settings). Particular attention will be paid to the unique nuances of MIUI 14/15 firmware, which are often ignored in general instructions. If your smartphone is stuck in Safe Mode after a drop, update or install the application – here you will find a solution without losing data.

Why Xiaomi is Including Safe Mode: 3 Reasons

Safe mode on Xiaomi doesn’t just appear — activation is always associated with system problems.

• 🔄 Failed update MIUI. If the firmware is interrupted or has been installed with errors, the system can boot into Safe Mode to prevent critical failures» (OTA) via mobile Internet.
• 📱 Application conflict: Installation of modified applications APK (for example, through XAPK Installer or programs with incompatible resolutions can trigger automatic booting in safe mode.
• 💥 Hardware failures: A phone drop, moisture hit, or power button problems (such as sticking) sometimes lead to Safe Mode being forced on.

80% of the time, the problem is solved software-based, but if the cause is a physical malfunction (e.g., a motherboard is damaged), repairs may be required. Before you panic, try all the methods in this article, starting with the simplest.

Method 1: Standard Reboot (works 60% of the time)

The most obvious, but often ignored, method is forced reboot, and many users try to turn Safe Mode off through the menu, but it's useless: in safe mode, the Reboot option will simply put you back in the same mode.

1. Hold the power button for 10-15 seconds until the screen goes out.
2. Wait 30 seconds (don’t turn on your phone right away!)
3. Press the power button for normal download.

If the phone boots up again in Safe Mode, then the problem is deeper.

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On some POCO models (such as the POCO X3 Pro), the power button may stick to dust, gently blow the connector with compressed air or wipe it with an alcohol wipe before rebooting.

Method 2: Removing a “Problem” Application

If Safe Mode is activated after the new software is installed, it is the culprit, and in Safe Mode, third-party programs are disabled, but their data remains in the system, to remove the culprit:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Sort the list by installation date (Last).
3. Remove the apps installed before the Safe Mode.
4. Reboot the phone.

If you can’t remember which app caused the crash, pay attention to:

• 🎮 Gaming clients (e.g. Genshin Impact, PUBG Mobile with modifications).
• 🔓 Unlock Tools (Mi Unlock Tool, Fastboot Tools).
• 📱 Launchers and themes from third-party sources (not from the Mi Theme Store).

Method 3: Resetting cache via Recovery Mode

If rebooting and deleting applications didn’t work, the next solution is to clear the cache through Recovery, which doesn’t delete user data, but resets temporary files that can block normal boot.

Instructions for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Turn off the phone (hold the power button for 10+ seconds).
2. Press the Power button + Volume up until the Mi logo appears.
3. From the Recovery menu, select Wipe & Reset → Wipe Cache (use volume buttons for navigation, power for confirmation).
4. After cleaning, select Reboot → Reboot to System.

If the phone is still loaded into Safe Mode after this procedure, the system files are damaged, in which case only hard reset (see Method 5) or flashing through Fastboot will help.

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

If standard methods don’t work and you don’t want to do a hard reset, you can try disabling Safe Mode via Android Debug Bridge (ADB), which requires a PC and USB debugging enabled (if it was activated before the crash).

Step-by-step:

1. Download and install ADB Tools on PC.
2. Connect your phone to your computer via USB (use the original cable!).
3. Open the command prompt (Win + R → cmd) and type: adb devices If the device appears in the list, continue. If not, install Xiaomi drivers or enable USB debugging in the developer settings (if the phone reacts at all).
4. Safe Mode: Adb shell settings put global safe_mode 0
5. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

If Safe Mode is activated again after the restart, then the problem is deeper — perhaps the firmware is damaged or there is a hardware defect, in which case only the firmware or service center will help.

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Adb shell settings put global safe_mode 0 It only works if the system files MIUI If nothing has changed since it was done, it's the firmware or the hardware».

Method 5: Hard Reset – a last resort

If all previous methods failed, you will have a complete reset, which will remove all data from your phone (photos, contacts, apps), so use this method only as a last resort. Before reset, try extracting important files via ADB or connecting your phone to your PC in MTP mode (if it is detected).

Instructions for Xiaomi/Redmi/POCO:

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press the Power button + Volume up to enter Recovery.
3. Select Wipe Data → Wipe All Data (on some models, the item may be called Factory Reset).
4. Confirm the action and wait for the process to be completed.
5. Reboot your phone (Reboot to System)

Once reset, the device will boot in standard mode, but you will have to configure it from scratch, and if that doesn’t work, the hardware problem (e.g., damaged eMMC memory) is that the phone needs repair.

Table: Comparison of Safe Mode disabling methods

As you can see from the table, hard reset is the most reliable, but also the most radical method. Start with the simple methods and move on to the complex only if the previous ones have failed.

Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Many users compound the problem by trying to "cure" Safe Mode with the wrong actions.

• ❌ Install new applications in Safe Mode, which can exacerbate system file conflict.
• ❌ Update MIUI through OTA The update may be interrupted and the phone will become a brick».
• ❌ Extract SIM-map SD-This can cause a memory reading failure.

⚠️ Note: If your Xiaomi loads into Safe Mode after falling or getting moisture, don’t try to sew it yourself! the damaged motherboard may fail when you try flashing.

Another common mistake is ignoring backups. Even if you plan to use a harmless method (like cleaning your cache), back up your important data via Mi Cloud or Google Account. In Safe Mode, some sync functions can be disabled, so you'd better be safe.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions