How to share the Internet from phone to phone Xiaomi: all the ways

You find yourself in a situation where you urgently need to transfer the Internet from one Xiaomi smartphone to another, but do not know how to do it quickly and without errors? Perhaps you have run out of traffic on the second device, or you want to save on mobile Internet using the tariff with unlimited traffic on the first phone. In this article, we will examine all possible ways to distribute Internet between Xiaomi phones, from the standard access point mode to little-known methods via USB and Bluetooth.

Feature of Xiaomi smartphones (especially on firmware) MIUI) This involves additional security and optimization settings that sometimes block data transmission. Not only will we show you how to turn on the handset, but we will also explain why the connection may not work and how to avoid common errors — for example, when a second phone connects to an access point, but the Internet does not work. USB-cable without root rights (this is a rare feature that the manufacturer does not advertise).

1. Internet distribution via Wi-Fi hotspot (the most reliable way)

This method works on all Xiaomi smartphones regardless of the model and version of MIUI. The main advantage is the high data transfer speed (up to 100 Mbps on new models) and the ability to connect up to 10 devices at a time. However, there are nuances: some operators block the distribution of Internet at certain rates, and MIUI by default includes a traffic saving feature that can limit speed.

To enable the access point:

• 📱 Open the Settings. → Access Point and Modem (or Settings) → Connections → Access Point on New Versions MIUI).
• 🔄 Press the Mobile Access Point and move the slider to the "On" position».
• 🔒 When the system is first turned on, it will ask you to specify the network name (SSID) Use a password no shorter than 8 characters with numbers and letters, which will protect your point from connecting unauthorized people.
• 📶 On Xiaomi’s second phone, find the network you created in the Wi-Fi list and connect by entering your password.

If the internet is not working after the connection, check:

• 🚫 Is there any active? VPN on the first phone (unplug it into Settings) → VPN).
• 📵 Is the In-Air mode or energy saving enabled (they can block data transmission).
• 🔄 Reboot both phones – sometimes it helps reset network settings.

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If the speed is too low, try changing the Wi-Fi range in the hotspot settings. The new Xiaomis have 2.4 GHz modes available (range higher but speed lower) and 5 GHz modes (faster but smaller range).

2. Internet distribution via Bluetooth (saves charge, but slower)

This method is suitable if you need to transfer small amounts of data (for example, for messengers or mail), and battery saving is more important than speed. Bluetooth consumes much less power than Wi-Fi, but the speed is limited to ~1-3 Mbps. In addition, both phones should be at a distance of no more than 10 meters from each other.

Instructions for setting:

1. 🔵 On the phone that will distribute the Internet, turn on Bluetooth in the notification curtain or through Settings. → Connections → Bluetooth.
2. 🔍 On the second phone, turn on Bluetooth and find the first device on the list of available devices.
3. 🌐 Return to the first phone, open the settings. → Access Point and modem → Bluetooth modem and activate the function.
4. 📱 On the second phone in Bluetooth settings, click on the name of the first device and select Connect to the Network (or Use to Access the Internet).

Note that on some Xiaomi models (e.g. Redmi Note 10 or POCO X3), the Bluetooth modem function may be hidden. To find it, search the settings (the magnifier icon in the upper right corner).

3. Internet distribution through USB-cable (maximum stability)

This is a method that works for long-term Internet distribution, where both phones can be connected by cable.

• 🔋 Minimum battery consumption (the first phone will even charge if connected to a power source).
• 📶 Stable connection without interference, like on Wi-Fi.
• 🔒 It is more secure because the connection is physical.

However, there are limitations:

• ⚠️ Not all Xiaomi models support distribution through USB No root rights, like Redmi. 9A or POCO M3 This function may not be available.
• 🔌 Cable required USB OTG (standard USB-C, If both phones are modern).

How to set up:

1. 🔌 Connect both phones with a cable. On the second phone (which needs Internet), select File Transfer Mode (MTP) or USB-modem (if such option exists).
2. 📱 On the first phone, open the settings. → Access Point and modem → USB-modem and enable function.
3. 🔄 If you don’t have an option, try to turn on the developer mode (7 times click on the version). MIUI In Settings → About the phone) and activate the debugging USB.

✅ The cable supports data transfer (not all charging cables are suitable)

✅ The second phone is on mode. USB-modem RNDIS

✅ The first phone has turned off the battery saving mode for USB-connection

✅ Both phones are unlocked (on some models, the screen lock interrupts the connection)-->

4. Alternative methods: hotspot through applications

If standard methods don't work (for example, the operator blocks the distribution), you can use third-party applications.

• 🔧 PdaNet+ — It allows you to distribute the Internet through USB/Bluetooth It's even on the carrier-blocked fares, and it requires both phones to be installed.
• 🌐 ClockworkMod Tether – runs without root, but may require you to configure a proxy on a second phone.
• 📡 FoxFi – supports Wi-Fi distribution without operator detection (but on newer versions) MIUI may not start).

Warning: the use of such applications may violate the rules of your tariff. Some operators (for example, MTS or Beeline) block accounts for circumventing restrictions.

5. Typical errors and how to fix them

Even if you set it up correctly, you can have problems.

If none of these methods worked, check:

• 📶 Mobile data transfer is enabled on the first phone (sometimes after an update) MIUI this parameter is reset).
• 🔄 On the second phone is not enabled mode Save traffic in the settings SIM-map.
• 🔒 Are there any restrictions on MAC-address in the settings of the access point (on some firmware) MIUI You can add devices to the blacklist).

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Xiaomi phones with MIUI 12+ have a hidden “Network Priority” feature in the AP settings, and if you set Maximum compatibility, the speed of the distribution can increase by 20 to 30 percent.

6. Comparison of distribution methods: which one to choose?

The choice of method depends on your tasks:

• 🚀 We need top speed? → Use Wi-Fi (up to 100 Mbps).
• 🔋 It's important to save the charge? → Bluetooth (but the speed will be low).
• 🔌 We need stability for a long time? → USB-cable (if supported).
• 🔒 Operator blocking distribution? → Try apps like PdaNet.+.

For most Xiaomi users, the best solution is a Wi-Fi hotspot, which combines high speed, easy setup and compatibility with all models. USB-cable – it is not only more stable, but also charges the second phone.

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On Xiaomi phones with Wi-Fi 6 support (such as Xiaomi 12 Pro or Redmi K50), the speed can reach 500 Mbps. To activate this mode, select the 802.11ax standard (if available) in the access point settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving the Internet to Xiaomi