How to connect phone conversations recording on Xiaomi Redmi: all ways 2026

Recording phone conversations on Xiaomi Redmi smartphones is a useful feature for recording important conversations, interviews or evidence in controversial situations. However, with the release of new versions of MIUI and the tightening of Google’s privacy policy, standard recording capabilities may be limited or hidden. In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to activate recording on Redmi Note 12/13, POCO X5, Redmi 10/11 and other devices with MIUI 14/15, including circumventing restrictions and using third-party applications.

It is important to understand that the laws of many countries (including Russia, the EU and the United States) require the consent of the interlocutor to record a conversation, and failure to comply with this rule can entail legal liability, and we will discuss not only the technical side of the issue, but also the legal nuances so that you can use the feature safely and legally.

If you own a Xiaomi Redmi based on Android 13/14 and can’t find the recording option in the standard Phone app, don’t rush to install questionable programs. In most cases, the solution is hidden in the system settings or requires minimal manipulation.

1. Standard MIUI conversation record: Where to look?

In recent versions of MIUI (starting with MIUI 12.5), the call recording feature has been moved down the menu or removed for some regions due to Google Play requirements. However, many Redmi models still have it available, just know where to turn it on.

Open the Phone app (the phone icon) and follow the following steps:

• 📱 Go to the recent section (call log).
• ⚙️ Click on the three dots in the top right corner and select Settings.
• 🎤 Scroll down to Record conversations (on some firmware it is called Automatic Recording).
• 🔄 Turn on the switch and select the recording conditions: All calls, Favorite only or Unknown numbers only.

If the item Record conversations is not on the menu, it means one of two:

1. Your Redmi model does not support the feature at the firmware level (relevant for devices released after 2023 for the European market).
2. The function is disabled by operator settings or regional MIUI restrictions.

On the Redmi Note 10 Pro and the newer MIUI 13+, the path may be different.

Settings → Applications → Application Management → Phone → Permissions → Microphone (include)

⚠️ Note: On smartphones with MIUI Global (European firmware) recording conversations is often blocked due to Google's policy, in which case a change in the region of the system to India or installation will help. MIUI China (requires unlocking the bootloader).

2. Alternative method: recording via Google Drive

If the standard feature is not available, you can use built-in integration with Google Drive.This method works on all Xiaomi Redmi models with Android 10 and above, but has a limitation: records are only saved in the cloud and are available for 30 days.

Algorithm of action:

• ☁️ Make sure your phone has a Google account and sync enabled.
• 📞 Make or receive a call. During a call, click the Record button (if it appears in the call interface).
• 💾 After the conversation is over, the recording will automatically be uploaded to the Calls folder on Google Drive.

To find the records:

1. Open Google Drive in your browser.
2. In the search box, type:audio.
3. Filter the results by date to find the desired file.

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If the recording button does not appear during the call, try to enable it in the settings of the Phone application → Record calls → Show the recording button.

Cons of this method:

• ❌ Records are only stored for 30 days (then deleted automatically).
• ❌ Impossible to save a record locally on the phone.
• ❌ The function may not work on some firmware MIUI due to the conflict with Google's politicians.

3. Third-party applications for recording calls

If the built-in methods didn’t work, there’s a problem with installing specialized apps, but with Android 10 and higher, Google has banned apps from recording microphone sound during calls for security reasons, and only on rooted devices or apps using Accessibility Service can get around this limitation.

Top.-3 Proven applications for Xiaomi Redmi:

For the correct operation of applications, it is necessary:

1. Enable permission to Record audio in Android settings.
2. Activate Accessibility for the application.
3. Disable battery optimization for the recording application.

Install the app from Google Play| Enable microphone permission in Settings → Apps → Cube ACR → Permissions | Activate Accessibility Service in Settings → Special features | Disable battery optimization for Cube ACR| Reboot phone-->

⚠️ Note: Google Play apps may stop working after updates MIUI If the recording suddenly stopped, check for updates for the app or try alternatives.

4. Recording conversations through the second device

If the software isn't right, you can use hardware bypassing, recording a conversation through a second device (like another phone or voice recorder), which is legal because you're recording sound from the environment, not directly from the line.

You'll need:

• 📱 Second device with a voice recorder (even a budget Redmi) 9A fit).
• 🔊 External microphone (optional, for better quality).
• 🎧 Headphones with microphone (to reduce noise).

Instructions:

1. Connect your headphones to your main phone (Xiaomi Redmi).
2. Place the second device next to the headphone microphone.
3. Run the recording on the second device (use a standard voice recorder or an app like Voice Recorder).
4. Make a call in hands-free mode or through headphones.

Advantages of the method:

• ✅ It works on all Redmi models, including new ones.
• ✅ Does not require root rights or changes in firmware.
• ✅ Legally legal (you record sound from the air, not from the line).

Disadvantages:

• ❌ The quality of the recording depends on the acoustics of the room.
• ❌ Additional device required.

5. Rooting and modified firmware

For advanced users willing to sacrifice the warranty, there is a radical way to unlock the bootloader and install custom firmware with call recording support, which is suitable for Redmi Note 11 Pro+, POCO F4 and other devices where the feature is locked at the MIUI Global level.

Steps to activate the recording:

1. Unlock the bootloader through the official Xiaomi tool (requires a wait of 7-15 days).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox).
3. Sweeve modified firmware, such as MIUI EU (European build with advanced features), Pixel Experience or LineageOS (pure Android with recording support).

On the firmware Pixel Experience recording calls works "out of the box" without additional settings - just open the application "Phone" and press the recording button during a conversation.

Risks of the method:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if the device is under warranty).
• ⚠️ The ability to “brick” the phone in case of firmware error.
• ⚠️ Some banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff) can block work on rooted devices.

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Unlocking the bootloader and installing custom firmware is the only way to return call recording to new Xiaomi Redmi models with MIUI Global, where the feature is removed at the system level.

6. Legal aspects of recording conversations

Before using the recording, please read the laws of your country, and most jurisdictions have the following rules:

• 🇷🇺 Russia: Recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor 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 proof of its reliability.
• 🇪🇺 EU (GDPR): The explicit consent of all participants in the conversation is required, and unauthorized recording can lead to a fine of up to 20 million euros.
• 🇺🇸 United States: Laws vary by state, and in most cases, one-party notification (unilateral consent) is sufficient).

Recommendations for safe use:

• 📢 Always notify the person about the recording (for example: “The conversation is recorded to record the information").
• 🔒 Keep records in a secure location (encrypted archives or cloud with two-factor authentication).
• ⚖️ Do not distribute records without the consent of participants, even if they compromise the interlocutor.

In business correspondence or negotiations with customers, it is better to use specialized services, such as:

• Zoom (Integrated Conference Recording)
• Skype (with the consent of the participants).
• Rev Call Recorder (Legal Service for Business Calls)

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

If the recording of conversations is not working, check the following points:

If you are using MIUI 14/15 and you are experiencing a “failure to record” error, try:

1. Clear the data of the Phone application (Settings → Applications → Phone → Storage → Clear data).
2. Disable and re-enable the microphone permission for the application.
3. Install firmware update through Settings → About phone → System update.

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