Where to find a blacklist on Xiaomi phone: a detailed guide with pictures and tips

Do you get intrusive calls from unknown numbers or want to limit communication with certain contacts? Xiaomi smartphones have a built-in tool called a blacklist that will help solve this problem. But where to look for it in the latest versions of MIUI 14/15? Many users have difficulty finding this feature, as its location has changed depending on firmware updates.

In this article, we will not only show you the exact path to blacklisting on different Xiaomi models (from Redmi Note 10 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra), but also explain how to add numbers correctly, configure spam filtering and avoid typical errors. You will also learn how locking through the standard Phone application differs from third-party solutions like Truecaller or Google Messages.

We pay special attention to hidden settings MIUI, Not only do they block calls, but they also SMS-Messages, and synchronize the blacklist with your Mi Account. If you ever lose blocked contacts after resetting your phone, this is the material for you.

1. Standard method: blacklist in the app "Phone"

The most obvious and universal method is to use the built-in Phone app (the phone icon). The interface may vary slightly depending on the version of MIUI, but the general logic is maintained. Here is a step-by-step instruction:

Open the phone application → press three points (⋮) top-right → Select Settings → Go to the "Block Numbers" section (or the "Black List" in the old versions) and see all blocked contacts and add new ones.

• 📱 For MIUI 14/15: The path may look like a phone. → ⋮ → Settings → Lockdown and identification → Blacklist.
• 🔍 Search by settings: If you don’t find a section, search in your phone’s settings (swipe down on the home screen) → type in "blacklist").
• ⚙️ Additional options: You can also enable spam call filtering in the same menu (Identification and Protection function).

Important: If you are using a double SIM-The blacklist will be separate for each number to block contact for both. SIM, Add it to the list twice.

Is the number spammy (sometimes important notifications are blocked)

Does this contact exist in your Google account (may be duplicated)

Is synchronization enabled with Mi Account (so as not to lose the list when reset)

Checked filtering settings SMS (If you need to block messages and)-->

2. Alternative paths: through "Settings" and "Security"

Not everyone knows, but you can find the blacklist through the main settings of the phone, which is useful if you have removed or replaced the standard phone application (for example, on Google Phone).

Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → Phone. → Permits → Blacklist. Or shorter path: Settings → PapaSSWORD & Security → Blacklist (on some models).

On some firmware (e.g. MIUI Global for the European market), the section may be called Blocked numbers or Call blocking. If you have custom firmware (like Xiaomi.eu or LineageOS), the path may be different - read the next section.

Redmi (Note, K-series)

POCO (F, X, M-series)

Xiaomi (digital series 11/12/13/14)

Mix or Fold

Another brand-->

3. blacklist on custom firmware and after reset

If you use unofficial firmware or you've reset your phone to factory settings, the standard blacklist may disappear.

1. Restore via Mi Account. If you have enabled synchronization before reset (in Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud → Synchronization → Blacklist), then after authorization, all blocked numbers will return automatically.
2. Use third-party apps. Popular alternatives: 🔒 Truecaller – blocks spam and identifies numbers. 📵 Blacklist Plus – Extended settings for SMS call. 🛡️ Should I Answer? – Spam Numbers by Region.

Important: When using third-party applications to block them, they must have permission to access calls and SMS. Without it, the blacklist won't work. To issue permissions, go to Settings. → Annexes → Permit management → Calls./SMS and enable access for the selected application.

4. How to add a number to the blacklist: step-by-step instructions

Adding a contact to the blacklist can be done in a number of ways, and consider each of them:

Method 1: Through a call log

Open the Phone app → go to the Journal tab → find the number you want → click on it → select Block (or an icon with a forbidding sign).

Method 2: Contacts through Contacts

Open Contacts. → Find the right contact → press three points (⋮) → This is a convenient method if you want to block a person from your phone book.

Method 3: manually entering the number

Go to the blacklist (as described in the first section) → click Add → enter the number manually → save.This is useful for blocking spam numbers that are not in your log.

⚠️ Attention: If you block a number that is in your contacts, it will not disappear from the phone book. It will simply stop calling and texting you. To completely delete the contact, do it separately in the Contacts app.

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If you are frequently called from different spam numbers, turn on the “Block Unknown Numbers” function in your phone settings (Phone). → ⋮ → Settings → Lockdown and identification → This will automatically cut off all calls from hidden or unidentified numbers.

5. How to Unblock a Number or Remove from a Blacklist

To remove the number from the blacklist, follow the following steps:

1. Open the blacklist (by any of the methods described above).
2. Find the number you want to unlock.
3. Click on the basket icon (🗑️) Swipe left (on some models).
4. Confirm removal.

If you deleted the number by mistake, don’t worry: no lock log is kept, but you can re-establish contact from your call or message history (if saved).

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 12 and older) after removing the number from the blacklist, it may be necessary to restart the phone to completely remove the lock.

6. Common problems and their solutions

Users often have difficulty with the Xiaomi blacklist, and here are the most common problems and ways to solve them:

• 🔄 Blacklist resets after update MIUI. Solution: Before updating, back up through Settings → The phone. → Backup or sync the list with your Mi Account.
• 📵 Calls from locked numbers still pass.Solution: Check if the lock function is disabled in the settings SIM-maps (Settings) → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Call settings → Block numbers. Also make sure the Phone app has all the necessary permissions.
• ❓ Can't find a blacklist on the new firmware Solution: Update the Phone app via Google Play or reset its settings (Settings) → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the data. Attention: this will delete the call history!

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If you use two of them SIM-Check the locking settings for each card separately, sometimes the numbers are locked on only one card. SIM, And the second one keeps ringing.

7 How to export and import a blacklist

If you change your phone or want to keep locked numbers, you can export them. Unfortunately, MIUI doesn't have a built-in blacklist export feature, but there are workarounds:

Method 1: Using Mi Account

Enable blacklist synchronization with your Xiaomi account:

1. Go to Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Find the Sync section and turn on the Blacklist option.
3. When logging in to a new device, the list will automatically pull up.

Method 2: Using third-party applications

Applications like Blacklist Plus or Call Blocker allow you to export a list to a.csv or.txt file.

1. Open the application → find the Export / Import section.
2. Select the file format and save it to your device or to the cloud.
3. On a new phone, import the file through the same app.

⚠️ Note: When importing a blacklist to a new device, make sure the file format is supported. Some applications may not correctly read data from.vcf files (business cards), it is better to use.csv.

FAQ: Frequent questions about the blacklist on Xiaomi