Where to see blocked contacts on Android Xiaomi: all ways

Are you accidentally blocking an important number, or wanting to check who has been blacklisted on Xiaomi? Unlike the iPhone, where the list of blocked contacts is hidden in the depths of settings, smartphones on MIUI offer several ways to access this information, the problem is that the location of the menu depends on the firmware version, the phone model (Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Xiaomi 13T) and even regional features of the interface.

In this article, we will discuss 5 Proven ways to find blocked contacts on Xiaomi – from standard settings to hidden features MIUI 14/15. You will learn how to restore access to a number if the lock was wrong, and why some contacts can disappear from the blacklist after updating the system. MIUI 12), where the lock menu is hidden in an unobvious place.

1. Standard method: through phone settings

The most obvious way is to use the built-in MIUI tools. This method works on most modern devices (Xiaomi 14, Redmi Note 13 Pro+, POCO F5) with MIUI 13/14/15 firmware.

Open the Settings app (cog icon) and follow the steps:

1. Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
2. In the top row of the search, type in Phone (or Contacts for some regions).
3. Put your phone on the app (not to be confused with Contact!).
4. Select the Blocking Numbers or the Blocked List (the name may vary).

Here you will see a complete list of locked numbers with the ability to unlock. Please note: if the list is empty, but you are sure that you blocked contacts, check the other methods below - in some versions. MIUI The lock may be tied to SIM-map.

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If the list does not have the "Unlock" button, click on the number and hold for 2 seconds - a context menu with the option will appear.

2. via the Contacts app (alternative path)

In MIUI, contact locking can be duplicated in two places: in the phone settings and directly in the Contacts app, the second method is often overlooked, although it is faster and more intuitive.

Follow the instructions:

1. Open the Contacts app (an icon with a person’s silhouette).
2. Swipe on the three dots in the upper right corner (or swipe left in some versions).
3. Select Settings → Contact lockdown.
4. A list with the ability to manage will open before you.

An important caveat: if you blocked a number not through a contact, but directly from a call log, it may not appear in this menu. SIM-maps (more on this below).

3. Checking the lock at the level SIM-map

Few people know, but Xiaomi allows you to block numbers not only at the phone level, but also at the level of the phone. SIM-This means that the list of blocked contacts can be stored directly on the operator's chip (for example, MTS, Beeline, Tele2). MIUI.

To check the lock on the SIM:

• 📱 Open the Phone app and go to the Call log.
• 🔍 Slip on three dots in the top corner. → Settings → Locking down calls.
• 📋 Select the tab SIM-map (if any) may display numbers blocked through USSD-operator.

If this section is missing, try manually checking the lock through the USSD-request:

*110*782#

(for MTS) or

*111*782#

For Tele2 and MegaFon, the teams may be different — check them out on the operator's website.

4.Use of the application "Security" (Security)

MIUI has a built-in Security app (shield icon) that controls not only viruses but also locks, a technique that is particularly useful for POCO and Redmi owners, where the interface may differ from the standard Xiaomi.

Instructions:

1. Open the Security app (if it is not on the home screen, search through the system search).
2. Go to the section Blocking or Privacy Protection.
3. Select Call Blocking or Blacklist.

Here you will see all the blocked numbers, including those added through automatic filters (e.g. spam calls). Please note that in some versions of MIUI this menu may be called Spam Protection.

1. Settings → Applications → Phone → Blocking numbers

2. Contacts Application → Settings → Contact Blocking

3. Phone Application → Settings → Call Locking (SIM)

4. Security Application → Blocking/Privacy Protection

5 Third-party applications (Truecaller, GetContact)

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5 Third-party applications: Truecaller, GetContact and others

If you use apps to identify calls (e.g. Truecaller, GetContact, Who called?), the lock could have been applied through them, in which case the numbers will not appear in the standard Xiaomi settings.

How to check:

• 🔎 Open the app (e.g. Truecaller).
• 👤 Go to Block or Spam (usually in the profile menu).
• 📱 You can look at the list of blocked numbers. You can also manage exceptions here.

Important: Some apps (like GetContact) sync locks to the cloud. If you have removed the app but the numbers are still locked, try reinstalling it and checking the list.

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Third-party call blocking apps may conflict with built-in MIUI features. If the number is locked in both Truecaller and Xiaomi settings, unlock it in both locations.

6. Hidden MIUI features: how to find locks through ADB

This is for advanced users, and if the standard methods didn't work, you can try getting a list of locked numbers through the ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is true for devices with unlocked bootloader or root rights.

Instructions:

1. Connect your phone to your PC and enable USB Debugging in the developer settings.
2. Open the command line on your computer and type in: adb shell content query --uri content://call_log/calls
3. To see only blocked numbers, use the filter: adb shell content query --uri content://call_log/calls --where "type=5" (type=5 — lock-in code MIUI).

This technique requires technical knowledge and may not work on newer versions of MIUI 15 due to security limitations.

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Before using ADB, back up your contacts via Settings → Google → Backup. This will prevent data loss from errors.

Table: Comparison of methods for searching for blocked contacts

Frequent problems and solutions

Sometimes users experience situations where blocked contacts “disappear” or don’t appear in lists, and here are the most common problems and solutions:

⚠️ Note: If after the update MIUI missing all locks, try resetting the phone application settings through Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Clear the data. It'll bring back the standard settings, but it won't delete the call history.

Problem 1: The number is locked but keeps ringing.

• Check if it’s included in exceptions in apps like Truecaller.
• Make sure that locking is applied at both the phone and SIM level.

Problem 2: Not all blocked numbers are displayed in the list.

• Use all 5 methods in this article – locks can be spread across different menus.
• Check if system contacts are hidden in the Contact settings → Settings → Showing contacts.

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi models for China (with China firmware) ROM) The lock menu may be called differently or require a link to your Mi Account. If you use such firmware, try switching to Global. ROM Or install a patch through Xiaomi.eu.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions