How to set up autorecord calls on Xiaomi: all ways with instructions

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi smartphones is a useful feature for business calls, legal advice or just saving important information. However, standard MIUI settings do not always allow you to turn on auto-recording out of the box: depending on the model, firmware region and software version, the activation algorithm may differ. In some cases, the option is hidden in the depths of the menu, and in others, it requires the installation of additional applications.

This article covers all the current ways to configure autorecording on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO devices (including the models from 2023-2026 based on MIUI 14/15 and HyperOS).We will analyze official methods through embedded software, bypassing restrictions for European firmware, as well as alternative solutions using third-party applications.

Why Xiaomi can’t have auto-recording of calls

Before you start setting up, it’s important to understand why the call recording feature may not be available on your device, and the reasons fall into three categories:

• 📱 Regional firmware restrictions: In versions MIUI Europe (EEA) And in some Asian countries, call recording is disabled at the software level because of local privacy laws, even flagships like the Xiaomi 14 Ultra or Redmi Note 13 Pro.+.
• 🔄 Version. MIUI/HyperOS: In the firmware older MIUI 12.5 The recording algorithm has changed – some old instructions (e.g., through an engineering menu) have stopped working.
• 📵 Hardware constraints: Budget models (e.g, POCO C50 or Redmi A2) may not support recording due to a weak processor or lack of a second microphone for noise reduction.

Another nuance is Google’s policy: Since 2022, apps for recording calls on Google Play cannot use the Android API to capture audio during a call, which means that many popular utilities (such as Cube Call Recorder) have stopped working on newer versions of MIUI without root rights, which we will discuss in detail in the section on third-party programs.

⚠️ Note: In some countries (for example, in Russia since 2026), recording telephone conversations without notifying the interlocutor may violate the law on personal data. Before using the feature, clarify local legislation or enable a record alert (setup is available in most apps).

Method 1: Enabling Auto Recording through the Standard Phone App

On most Xiaomi devices with global or Chinese firmware (MIUI CN), the recording feature is built into the standard Phone app. Here's how to activate it:

1. Open the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
2. Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
3. Go to Call Record (on some models, the path may look like Settings → Additional → Recording conversations).
4. Activate the Automatic Recording Switch.
5. Select the recording terms: 📞 All calls are recorded incoming and outgoing; 📥 Only incoming; 📤 Only outgoing; 🔍 Selected contacts – you can specify specific numbers.

After turning on next to the call completion button, a microphone icon will appear - meaning that the conversation is being recorded. MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec It's in the internal memory of the device —.m4a (AAC-codecs, which provides good quality with a small file size.

In the menu "Phone" appeared section "Recording calls"|Next to the call completion button, a microphone icon is displayed.|In a file. `MIUI/sound_recorder` New files are created after the call.|When listening to the recording, both people can hear the conversation (not just your voice)

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If your Phone app doesn't have a recording partition, then the firmware doesn't support out-of-the-box function, so move on to the next way.

Method 2: Activate hidden function through engineering menu (for MIUI 12–14)

On some Xiaomi models (such as the Redmi Note 10 Pro or POCO X3 Pro), the call recording option is hidden in the engineering menu, which only works on MIUI 12-14 firmware and requires caution – incorrect settings can disrupt the phone.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code ##6484## (some models may have ##64663###).
2. The MTK Engineer Mode menu (for MediaTek processors) or Qualcomm Service Menu (for Snapdragon) will open.
3. Go to the Audio section → Normal Mode.
4. Find the Call Recording option and set the Enabled value.
5. Save the settings and restart the phone.

After the reboot, the Phone app should have a record section, and if the menu doesn't open or it shows an error, your model doesn't support this method.

⚠️ Attention: Changing the settings in the engineering menu can cause the communication module to malfunction. Do not edit other settings unless you are sure of their purpose. RF Band or Network Mode may disrupt the work 4G/5G.

Global (MIUI Global)| European (MIUI EEA)| Chinese (MIUI CN)|HyperOS| Castoma (LineageOS, Pixel Experience, etc.)

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Method 3: Use third-party applications (if standard methods don't work)

If the built-in recording is not available, there is a third-party option, but because of the limitations of Google and Xiaomi, most of the utilities in the Play Market either don't work or require root rights, and we tested a few solutions and selected two of the most reliable ones:

1. Boldbeast Call Recorder (for rootless devices)

It is one of the few apps that circumvents the limitations of Android 10+ by using alternative audio capture methods, and supports.mp3 or.wav recordings with customizable bitrate.

• ✅ It works for Xiaomi with MIUI 13/14 HyperOS;
• ✅ Records both ends of the conversation (with the right settings);
• ❌ Requires manual adjustment of audio source.

Download it on the official website (Play Market version is stripped) After installation:

1. Start the app and select Call Recorder Settings.
2. In the Record Mode section, install Mode 1 (for most Xiaomi).
3. In Audio Source, select Voice Up Link + Voice Down Link.
4. Activate the Auto Record Calls option.

2. Cube Call Recorder ACR (for rooted devices)

If you have root rights, Cube ACR is the best choice.The app supports cloud backup, conversation transcription, and integration with Google Drive.

Features:

• 🔗 Synchronizing records with Google Drive or Dropbox;
• 📝 Automatic speech recognition (premium function);
• 📊 Contact call statistics.

The work requires:

1. Install Magisk and ACR Root Plugin.
2. In the application settings, select Root Mode.
3. Set up automatic recording in the Recording Rules section.

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If the application does not record the voice of the interlocutor, try in the audio source settings to select the option "Fix recording issues" and restart the phone.

Method 4: Recording calls via Google Drive (alternative method)

If you don’t want to record permanently, but only save some important conversations, you can use the built-in Google Drive feature, which works on all Xiaomi devices regardless of the firmware, but has a limitation: recording begins manually.

Instructions:

1. Install the Google Drive app from the Play Market.
2. Open it and click on the + icon in the lower right corner.
3. Select Voice Record.
4. When making a call, turn on the recording in Google Drive (use speakerphone or headphones to make the microphone pick up both voices).
5. After the conversation is over, save the file to the cloud.

Cons of the method:

• ❌ You need to manually run the recording;
• ❌ Quality is worse than that of specialized applications;
• ❌ The interviewer can hear echoes if you do not use headphones.

But the pros are:

• ✅ It works on any firmware;
• ✅ Files are automatically saved to the cloud;
• ✅ You can share the records at the link.

Where are the records of calls stored and how do you keep them?

By default, Xiaomi record files are stored in internal memory along the way:

/storage/emulated/0/MIUI/sound_recorder/call_rec/

Or (for some models):

/storage/emulated/0/Recordings/Call/

In order not to lose records when resetting your phone or updating your firmware, we recommend:

1. Copy the folder with records to a computer or external drive.
2. Automatic synchronization with the cloud: 📁 Through Google Drive (Call Recorder folder); ☁️ Through Mi Cloud (if the feature is supported by your firmware); 🔗 Through third-party apps like Cube ACR orboldbeast.

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⚠️ Note: If you are using Mi Cloud to back up your records, make sure that your Xiaomi account settings include Media Sync, otherwise the files will not download automatically. Also check if there is enough space in the cloud – when overflowing, new records will not be saved.

Solving the problems with recording calls on Xiaomi

If the auto record is not working or the records are of poor quality, check the following points:

1.Only your voice is recorded.

This is a typical problem for devices on MIUI 13+ and HyperOS.

• 🔧 In Boldbeast, try changing Audio Source to Voice Up Link. + Voice Down Link (2).
• 📞 Turn on speakerphone while you're talking (then the microphone will capture both voices).
• 🔄 Update the firmware - in new versions MIUI Sometimes they fix the recording bugs.

2 Records not retained

Check it out.

• 📁 Is there enough space in the internal memory;
• 🔒 Are permissions for the Phone application or a third-party recorder disabled;
• 📱 Is the power saving mode activated (it can block the background recording).

3.The recording app is out

Possible causes:

• 🛠️ Conflict with optimization MIUI (Add the application to the exceptions in the battery settings);
• 🔄 Outdated version of the application (update or reinstall);
• 📵 Incompatibility with firmware (try another utility).

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If none of these methods worked, check to see if the operator-level recording function is disabled, and some mobile networks (e.g. in the UAE or Saudi Arabia) block the recording of calls under local laws.

FAQ: Frequent questions about autorecording calls to Xiaomi