How to change IP- address on Xiaomi phone: 3 proven method

Why change the IP- address on Xiaomi and when it is necessary

IP- The address of your Xiaomi Redmi, POCO or Mi 11 is a unique identifier on the network that determines how the device interacts with the Internet or local network. In most cases, users do not need to manually configure this setting: the router automatically assigns a dynamic IP through the DHCP protocol. However, there are situations when changing the IP becomes necessary.

You may need to change the IP- address if your provider blocks access to certain geolocation resources, IP conflicts occur on the local network (two devices receive the same address), or you need a static IP to remotely access your device.

It is important to understand the difference between external (public) IP and internal (local) IP. The former is assigned by your ISP and is visible to all sites, and the latter is only used within your home or office network. In this article, we will focus on changing the local IP- address directly in Android settings on Xiaomi smartphones, as the external IP changes through the router or VPN- services.

Preparation: What to Know Before Changing IP to Xiaomi

Before you start setting up, make sure you understand the consequences of manual IP assignment. An incorrectly selected address can lead to loss of access to the Internet or LAN. Here are the key points to consider:

• 📌 The IP range of your router, usually 192.168.0.1-192.168.0.255 or 192.168.1.1-192.168.1.255, check it in the router settings.
• 🔒 Free addresses. Do not use IP already occupied by another device (e.g., 192.168.1.1 is often reserved behind a router).
• 🔄 DNS- servers. If you change IP, you may need to manually prescribe DNS (e.g., 8.8.8.8 from Google or 1.1.1.1 from Cloudflare).

Also check if your Xiaomi model supports manual IP configuration. On most devices with MIUI 12-14, this feature is available, but on some budget models (for example, Redmi A1) there may be restrictions. If the menu does not have the option of "Static IP", try updating the firmware or using alternative methods (we will discuss them below).

⚠️ Warning: Changing IP- addresses on public Wi-Fi networks (cafes, airports) may violate network usage rules and lock your device.

Method 1: Change IP through Wi-Fi settings (recommended)

This is the easiest and safest method that works on all Xiaomi smartphones with MIUI. The instructions are suitable for the Redmi Note 12, POCO X5, Mi 13 and other modern devices.

1. Open the Settings. → Wi-Fi.
2. Click on your network name (connected or saved) and hold it for 2-3 seconds until the menu appears.
3. Choose Change Network (or Manage Networks on some firmware).
4. Activate the option Additional settings (or Advanced settings).
5. In the IP Settings section, select Static (instead of DHCP).
6. Fill in the fields: IP-address: for example, 192.168.1.100 (the last digit should be unique in your network). IP router (e.g. 192.168.1.1) Network prefix length: leave 24 (or 255.255.255.0 in the old version). DNS 1 and DNS 2: Specify 8.8.8.8 and 8.8.4.4 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare).

Save the changes and reconnect to the network.

Unique IP in the router range |

The gateway is the same as the IP router|

DNS- Servers are filled correctly |

The network prefix length is 24 (or 255.255.255.0)-->

If the Internet does not work after saving, check:

• 🔄 Does the new IP conflict with other devices (try another address, such as 192.168.1.101).
• 📡 Whether the gateway is correctly specified (it must match the IP router).
• 🌐 Whether these DNS work (try alternatives, e.g. 9.9.9.9).

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If you are not sure about choosing a IP, temporarily assign an address outside the standard DHCP- pool router. For example, if the router distributes IP from 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.200, use 192.168.1.201 to avoid conflicts.

Method 2: Use applications to change IP (without root)

If manual configuration via the MIUI menu is not suitable (for example, your model does not have a static IP option), you can use third-party utilities. They do not require superuser rights (root), but have restrictions: most of these applications change only the DNS, not the IP itself.

Among the verified applications:

• 🔧 NetCut allows you to manage devices on a local network, but does not change IP directly.
• 🌐 1.1.1.1: Faster Internet (from Cloudflare) - only changes DNS, but improves speed and bypasses some locks.
• 🛡️ VPN- applications (e.g. ProtonVPN or Windscribe) – hide your public IP but do not affect your local IP.

To change your local IP without rooting, try WiFi Static (available on Google Play).

1. Install and open the WiFi Static.
2. Select your Wi-Fi network from the list.
3. Enter the desired IP, gateway and DNS.
4. Save your profile and connect to the network through it.

⚠️ Warning: Change apps IP often collect data about your network. Before installing, check permissions and reviews on Google Play. Avoid utilities that request access to SMS or contacts.

Method 3: Reset network settings (if the IP does not change)

Sometimes MIUI can stick to an old IP, especially after updating the firmware or changing the router, in which case resetting the network settings to factory settings will help, which will delete all stored Wi-Fi networks, passwords and VPN settings, but will not affect personal data (photos, messages).

How to perform the reset:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Select Settings Reset → Reset your Wi-Fi, mobile network, and Bluetooth settings.
3. Confirm the action (you may need to enter a pattern lock or PIN-code).
4. After restarting, connect to Wi-Fi again – the device will automatically receive a new IP from the router.

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Network resets are a universal solution for most IP problems, but only use it if other methods have not worked. Once reset, all Wi-Fi networks will be deleted, so save your passwords in advance.

How to check if the IP has changed to Xiaomi

After applying any of these methods, it's important to make sure that the IP has actually changed.

1. Open Settings → About Phone → General Information (or Status).
2. Find the Status section or IP- address. This shows the current local IP.
3. Alternatively, use the Network Info II app (which shows detailed network information).

To check the public IP (which sites see), open your browser and go to:

• 2ip.ru
• whatismyipaddress.com

If the IP hasn’t changed, try:

• 🔄 Reboot the router and smartphone.
• 📡 Turn off/turn on the aircraft mode.
• 🔧 Repeat the settings to ensure that the data entered is correct.

Solving Common Problems When Changing IP

Even with the right setup, you can have difficulties. Here are the typical scenarios and their solutions:

Problem 1: Save is inactive in IP settings

This happens if:

• You are not connected to Wi-Fi (the gray network settings cannot be changed).
• Incorrect IP is indicated (for example, outside the router range).
• The power saving mode is activated, blocking network changes.

Solution: Connect to the network, check IP range and turn off battery saving mode for settings.

Problem 2: After the IP change, there is no Internet access

Reasons:

• Incorrect gateway (must match the IP router).
• The DNS- servers are not working.
• The IP- address is occupied by another device.

Solution: Check your router’s settings (usually its IP is listed on the sticker) and try alternative DNS (1.0.0.1 or 9.9.9.9).

Problem 3: IP settings reset after rebooting

This may be related to:

• Misfunction of MIUI (resetting network settings will help).
• Firmware limitations (on some Xiaomi models, static IP is not saved).

Solution: Update your firmware to the latest version or use the WiFi Static app to fix your IP.

⚠️ Warning: On devices with MIUI Global Stable, static IP is more stable than on custom firmware. If you use unofficial software, be prepared for bugs in network settings.

FAQ: Frequent questions about changing IP to Xiaomi