How to see Internet traffic on Xiaomi phone: all the ways for Android

Have you noticed that the Internet on Xiaomi has become “disappearing” faster than usual? Or want to understand which application “eats” your mobile traffic in the background? On smartphones running MIUI (even on budget Redmi and POCO), there are several ways to track data consumption, both standard and hidden. In this article, we will analyze everything from embedded tools to third-party applications that will show detailed statistics for each megabyte.

It is important to understand that traffic on Android is divided into two types: mobile (via the Internet). SIM-map and Wi-Fi. MIUI It allows you to monitor both, but with nuances, for example, some models (for example, Xiaomi). 13T Or the Redmi Note 12 Pro.+) separate statistics on the two SIM-on old devices (like Redmi) 9A) It may not be a feature, but it's also worth considering that traffic data is dumped after a reboot or a change in the plan, which many people forget, accusing the phone of "cheating».

If you're on unlimited rates, traffic control might seem unnecessary, but even then it's useful to know which apps are active in the background -- it affects battery life and Internet speed. HD-quality can spend up to 1.5 GB / hour, and messengers like Telegram or WhatsApp – up to 50-100 MB / day only for synchronization of media files.

1. Standard traffic statistics in MIUI

The easiest way is to use the built-in MIUI tools, which are available on all Xiaomi smartphones, regardless of the model, and do not require additional software installation, but this method has a limitation: data is reset when you change the month or after manually restarting the phone.

To open up the statistics:

Go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
Tap on Data Consumption or Traffic (the name may vary depending on the version of MIUI).
Here you will see a flow chart for the current period, as well as a list of applications sorted by the amount of data consumed.

This menu can be used:

📊 Set a traffic limit – the phone will alert you when approaching the threshold.
🔄 Reset the statistics manually (useful if you change the plan).
📵 Disable mobile internet for specific applications (for example, Facebook, which likes to “upload” data in the background).

⚠️ Note: In some versions MIUI (for example POCO X5 Pro) traffic statistics may not be displayed correctly if you use VPN In this case, the data is better checked through the operator.

📊 How often do you check your smartphone traffic?

Every day.

Once a week.

Only when gigabytes run out.

I never check.

2. Separate traffic accounting by SIM-cards

If your Xiaomi supports two of your SIM-Cards (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G Xiaomi 12T Pro, you can track data consumption on each of them separately, which is convenient if you have different rates — for example, one for calls and the other for the Internet.

How to turn on separate accounting:

Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
Choose. SIM-map for which you want to set up monitoring.
Activate the Allow Data Consumption Switch (if it is turned off).
Below you will see a traffic chart – you can set an individual limit for each SIM.

Please note: if you are using duality 4G/5G (two-way SIM-Internet cards, statistics may not be correct, in which case it is better to track traffic through the operator's application (for example, MTS Connect or My Beeline).

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If you have a “no-limit” night plan, MIUI You can set up automatic mobile data shutdown during the daytime. → SIM-map → Data expenditure → Schedule and set time limits.

3. Viewing Wi-Fi traffic

Controlling your Wi-Fi data is important if you have a limited rate on your home Internet or are connected to a public network (such as a cafe or airport), unlike mobile traffic, MIUI Wi-Fi statistics are stored longer and are not automatically reset.

To check the Wi-Fi bill:

Go to Settings. → Wi-Fi.
Slip on the name of your network (near the icon of the “cog”).
Select Data Consumption – here will be a graph for the last days.

This menu can be used:

📈 See which devices are connected to your network (if the router supports this feature).
🔒 Limit the speed of the Internet for individual applications (it is useful if someone from home “clogs” the channel with torrents).
🔄 Reset statistics manually (for example, after paying for the new month of the Internet).

⚠️ Note: If you are connected to Wi-Fi but your phone is still consuming mobile traffic, check your app settings. Some apps (like Google Play Store or WhatsApp) may ignore Wi-Fi and use the mobile network for “important” updates.

4. Hidden MIUI features for advanced monitoring

MIUI hides a few useful tools that can help you to detail your traffic flow, such as looking at how much data your phone is consuming in standby mode (when the screen is off), or tracking system activity.

How to open hidden settings:

Go to Settings. → The phone.
Tap 5-7 times on the MIUI version until the message “You are a developer!” appears.
Return to the main settings menu and open Additional → for developers.
Find the Network section and activate Traffic Details.

Now in the standard traffic statistics (Settings) → SIM-map → Data consumption) additional schedules will appear:

📉 Background traffic – how much data apps eat when you’re not using your phone.
🔄 System Process Traffic – Data consumption for updates MIUI, timing, etc.
📡 Breakdown by data type (download/sending, TCP/UDP).

What to do if hidden settings are not displayed?

In some models (for example, POCO F4 GT Xiaomi 11 Lite NE) The developer section may be blocked: 1. Update MIUI last-minute. 2. Reset network settings (Settings) → SIM-map → Resetting network settings). 3. Use it. ADB-The command to unlock: adb shell settings put global development_settings_enabled 1 After that, the section will appear in the menu.

5. Third-party applications for traffic analysis

If the built-in tools MIUI Not enough, you can install specialized applications, they offer more flexible settings, notifications about exceeding the limit and even blocking "gluttonous" programs.-3 tested:

Annex	Features	Cons
My Data Manager	Tracks traffic in real time, supports widgets, shows the flow rate for each application.	Advertising in the free version, sometimes overstates the statistics.
GlassWire	Visualizes traffic as a graph, blocks suspicious connections, and works without root.	Paid functions (for example, monitoring by the clock).
NetGuard	Allows you to completely block the Internet for individual applications, does not require root on new versions of Android.	A complex interface for beginners.

To install any of these applications:

Download it from the Google Play Store.
When you first start, give access to VPN settings (this is necessary for traffic monitoring).
Set limits and notifications according to your rate.

⚠️ Note: Some applications (e.g. NetGuard) may conflict with energy saving modes MIUI. If after installation the phone began to discharge quickly, add the program to exceptions (Settings) → Battery → Optimizing the battery).

Install an app from Google Play

Turn on VPN-mode in NetGuard settings

Add NetGuard to battery exclusion

Set up rules for applications (allow/block traffic)

Check the statistics once every 2-3 days-->

6. Checking traffic through the operator

If you don't trust the data on your phone or you suspect that MIUI is showing incorrect statistics, you can always check your mobile operator's traffic flow, which is the most reliable way, since the operator keeps records on its equipment.

How to check traffic of popular operators:

📱 MTS: Send. USSD-request *111*59# Or use the application My MTS.
📱 Beeline: Dial *102# or open My Beeline.
📱 MegaFon: USSD-request *105*500# or application MegaFon-Service.
📱 Tele2: Dial it *155*1# Or use mine. Tele2.

Please note that operator data can be updated with a delay of up to 24 hours, and some operators (for example, Yota or Tinkoff Mobile) do not support the service. USSD-Inquiries – in this case, you will have to use the mobile application.

Important: If the data on the phone and the operator are very different (by more than 10-15%), this may indicate a virus or background activity of malicious applications, in which case it is recommended to check the phone with an antivirus (for example, Dr.Web or Kaspersky).

7.How to Save Traffic on Xiaomi

Even if you have unlimited rates, the extra traffic consumption affects Internet speed and battery life. Here are some proven ways to reduce data consumption on Xiaomi:

🎵 Limit background data transfer: Go to Settings → Annexes → App management. Select an app (e.g. Instagram or VKontakte) Disable Background and Media Autoload.

Customize the quality of the video

On YouTube: Settings → Playback Quality → Traffic Savings.
In TikTok: Profile → Settings → Data Transfer → Video quality → Low.
🔄 Turn off automatic app updates: Open the Google Play Store. tap on the avatar → Settings → Network → Auto-update of applications → Only through Wi-Fi.

Another effective way to use the data saving mode in MIUI:

Go to Settings → Battery and Performance → Saving Charge.
Choose Extreme Savings – this will limit background activity and synchronization.

1. TikTok – up to 5-7 GB (with active use).

2. YouTube - 3-4 GB (in) HD-quality).

3. Instagram – 1-2 GB (due to autoplay of video).

4. Google Play Store – 0.5-1 GB (app updates).

5. Messengers (WhatsApp, Telegram) – 0.3–0.8 GB (due to media files).-->

FAQ: Frequent questions about traffic on Xiaomi

My Xiaomi shows traffic consumption, but the Internet doesn't work. What's the problem?

It could be related to: 📵 Wrong settings. APN — Check the parameters in the settings → SIM-map → Access points (APN). Usually it is enough to choose an automatic setting. 🔄 Operator restriction - you may have run out of gigabytes or activated "zero balance." USSD-request. 🛠️ Failure in MIUI — Try restarting your phone or resetting your network settings (Settings) → SIM-map → Resetting network settings).

Can I see the traffic from last month?

In standard settings MIUI The statistics are reset after a reboot or a month change, but there are two ways to recover the data: Check the history in your operator's application (for example, in My Beeline or MTS Connect). If you used third-party apps (like My Data Manager), they could save a stat archive. On some models (like Xiaomi 13 Ultra) in Settings → SIM-map → Data expenditure → History available data from the last 3 months.

Why is traffic consumed when the phone is idle?

Even in standby mode, the smartphone can consume data because of the: 🔄 Background synchronization (mail, messengers, cloud services). 📱 System updates (MIUI, Google Play, security, and security). 🛡️ Viruses or Advertising Software – Check Your Phone with Antivirus. 📡 Bad network signal - the phone spends more data on "search" for the connection. To reduce background consumption, turn off autosynchronization (Settings) → Accounts. → Synchronize) and limit the background activity of applications.

How to Reset the Traffic Counter on Xiaomi?

This can be done in two ways: through the settings. MIUI: Go to Settings. → SIM-map → Smack the three-point icon» (⋮) You can select Reset Statistics. You can use the operator's app to use some operators (like MegaFon) to reset the meter through the phone. USSD-team *105*00#.

Can I limit traffic to a particular application?

Yes, MIUI has a built-in feature: Open Settings → Applications → Application Management. Choose the right app (like Facebook). Tap Data Consumption and activate Background Traffic Limit. For more tight control, use NetGuard, which allows you to completely block the Internet for selected programs.