How to set up a call record on Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro: all ways in 2026

Recording phone conversations on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 10 Pro can be useful in a variety of situations, from fixing important business agreements to saving voice notes from relatives. However, standard MIUI settings do not always allow you to activate this feature out of the box — especially if you use firmware for the European or global market. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to set up call recording, including hidden system options, third-party applications and circumventing restrictions for different versions of MIUI.

It's important to understand that recording capabilities are subject to firmware version, regional settings, and even carriers. For example, on the Indian and Chinese versions of the Redmi Note 10 Pro, the feature is often available by default, whereas on the global (EEA) versions it can be blocked due to local privacy laws. We tested all methods on MIUI 14 and Android 13 - current for the model in 2026 - and selected only working solutions.

Checking support for recording calls in the standard application “Phone”

Before installing third-party utilities, make sure your version of MIUI doesn’t hide the built-in recording feature. In some firmware, the option is deactivated by default, but it can be enabled through settings.

Open the phone application, go to ⋮ (three-point) → Settings → Call recorder. If this item is missing, try an alternative route:

• 🔍 Search by settings: swipe down on the home screen and type "call record" in the search bar. The system can give you a hidden partition.
• 📱 Regional settings: Change the country in your phone settings to India or China (c Settings) → Additionally. → Language and region. After restart, check for the option again.
• 🔄 Resetting the application settings: go to Settings → Annexes → Phone. → Warehouse → Reset settings. It can bring back hidden features.

On global versions of MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 10 Pro, call recording is often blocked at the firmware level – even if the menu is displayed, the record button may not appear during the conversation.

Activate recording via the Engineering Menu (for advanced users)

If standard settings don’t work, you can try to turn on the recording via the Engineering Mode, which doesn’t work on all firmware, but sometimes allows you to unlock hidden features.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app and enter the code: ##36446337##
2. In the menu that appears, select Engineer Mode (MTK) → MTK Settings.
3. Go to the Telephony section and search for the Call Recording option (which may be called Voice Recording or Auto Recording).
4. Activate the switch and save the settings.

⚠️ Attention: Changes to the engineering menu can cause the communication module to work unstable. Before experimenting, back up your data via Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset.

Third-party applications for recording calls: TOP-3 proven solutions

If the built-in methods don't work, third-party utilities will come to the rescue, and we've selected three of the most reliable applications that are compatible with the Redmi Note 10 Pro on MIUI 14:

Before installing, check the permissions of the application. Most programs will need to:

• 📞 Access to call log and microphone
• 🔔 Display permission over other windows (for the write button)
• ☁️ Access to storage to save files

Check out the Android version (MIUI 14 requires Android 13+)

Clear the cache of the standard application "Phone"

Disable Battery Optimization for the Record Utility

Set up an exception for auto-launching the application-->

Automatic recording for all calls

If you need to capture all incoming and outgoing conversations without manually running, set up automatic mode. Most third-party apps do this:

The Cube Call Recorder ACR:

1. Open the app and go to Settings → Record calls.
2. Enable the option of Automatic Recording.
3. Choose Record all calls or specify specific contacts in the Black/White list.
4. In the file format section, select MP3 (optimum for space saving).
5. Activate Record Notifications to remember the function that is working.

To save space, set up automatic deletion of old records:

• 🗑️ Set a storage limit (for example, 30 days) in the application settings.
• ☁️ Connect to Google Drive (Dropbox) to archive important files.

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If the recording is interrupted after 1-2 minutes, check the battery settings: add the application to the power optimisation exception list (Settings → Battery → Battery Optimisation).

Where records are stored and how to export them

The default records are stored in the phone's internal memory, depending on the method used:

To export the records:

1. Connect your phone to your PC via USB (select File Transfer Mode).
2. Follow one of the above paths.
3. Copy the files to your computer or the cloud.

⚠️ Note: Record files can take up significant space, such as an hour of conversation in a format MP3 (128 kbit/s) weighs ~60MB. Clean your folder regularly or set up automatic cloud sync.

Legal aspects: when recording calls is legal

In most countries, recording telephone conversations is governed by privacy and personal data laws, and before activating the feature, read local regulations:

• 🇷🇺 Russia: Recording is allowed if you are a participant in the conversation (Article 23 of the Constitution of the Russian Federation), however, using the recording in court requires the consent of the second participant.
• 🇺🇦 Ukraine: Notification of the second subscriber about the recording is required (Article 317 of the Criminal Code).
• 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): Recording without consent is prohibited, except when it is necessary for the performance of the contract.
• 🇺🇸 In most states, one-party consent is sufficient, but in California and Washington, all-party consent is required).

To avoid problems:

• 📢 Notify the person at the beginning of the conversation (for example: “The conversation is recorded to record the information»).
• 🔒 Keep records safe – don’t distribute them unnecessarily.
• ⚖️ Use the records only for their intended purpose (for example, to confirm business agreements).

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you set up the call recording on the Redmi Note 10 Pro correctly, it can malfunction.

If none of these methods worked, try:

• 🔄 Update the firmware to the latest version MIUI (Sometimes the recording appears after the update).
• 📲 Install custom firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.eu) where the recording function is unlocked.
• 🔧 Get root rights and manually activate the record through system file editing (for power users only!).

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On global versions of the Redmi Note 10 Pro, call recording is often blocked at the firmware level, and the most reliable way is to use third-party apps with properly configured permissions.

FAQ: Answers to popular questions