How to see locked numbers on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7: all the ways from standard to hidden

Locked numbers on Xiaomi Redmi Note 7 is not just a blacklist, but a whole system of filtering incoming calls and messages, which works at the level of the MIUI firmware. Many users face a situation when you need to check which contacts were added to the lock — whether it is a randomly banned number or a suspicious spammer who keeps calling. However, finding this list is not so easy: depending on the version of MIUI (12, 13 or 14) and installed updates, the path to settings may differ, and some numbers are hidden in the system logs.

In this article, we’ll look at 5 proven ways to view locked numbers on the Redmi Note 7 — from standard methods through the phone’s menu to using hidden features and third-party apps. We’ll focus on the nuances that arise after a setting reset or firmware update, when the lock list can be “reset” or duplicated. If you’re looking for a specific number that was previously blocked but is not on the list now, here you’ll find a solution.

1. Standard method: through the settings of the MIUI phone

The most obvious method is to use the built-in MIUI tools. On the Redmi Note 7, the path to the blocked number list may vary depending on the shell version, but the general logic holds. Importantly, if you recently updated your firmware, some numbers may have “flyed” out of lockdown — this is a well-known MIUI 12-14 bug that Xiaomi never officially fixed.

To open the list:

1. Go to the Phone app (the tube icon on the home screen).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner (menu) and select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the section Block numbers or Spam and lock (name depends on the version of MIUI).
4. Slip on the Black List - all blocked numbers will be displayed here.

If the Blocking Numbers section is not on the menu, then your device is using an outdated version of the Phone app, update it via Google Play or use alternative methods from the following sections.

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If the lock list displays numbers in +79XXXXXXXXX, but you did not add them – these are automatically blocked spam calls by the MIUI system. They can be unlocked manually, but after 1-2 days they can again appear in the list after updating the spam database.

2. Viewing through call log: hidden locks

Not all blocked numbers are blacklisted, for example, if you used Unknown Number Blocking or Spam Filter, those contacts may not be on the main list, but they will be automatically reset to find them:

1. Open the call log in the Phone app.
2. Click on three points → Settings → Call log.
3. Activate the option to Show blocked calls (if any).
4. Return to the log and scroll down – blocked calls will be marked with a red exclamation point or the words Blocked.

This method doesn’t work on all versions of MIUI, but if you have MIUI 13 Global or later installed, the chance of seeing hidden locks is high. Note: numbers blocked through third-party apps (such as Truecaller) won’t show up in this log — you need to look for them in the settings of a particular software.

3. Use of the application "Security" (Security)

The Security app (shield icon) is the central hub for managing device security, including number locking. Unlike the standard phone menu, you can see not only manual locks, but also automatically added numbers (spam, scammers).

• 📱 Open the Security app (if it isn’t on the home screen, search by device).
• 🛡️ Go to the Privacy Protection or Block tab (name depends on localization).
• 📞 Select the section "Call Lock" or "Black List.
• 🔍 All blocked numbers will be displayed here, including those that were added automatically.

In the same section, you can configure additional filters:

• 🚫 Block unknown numbers – drops all calls from numbers that are not in the contacts.
• 📛 Block Hidden Numbers – filters hidden-identification calls (such as Unknown or Private Number).
• 🤖 Automatic Spam Blocking – Uses Xiaomi’s database to filter fraudulent calls.

⚠️ Note: If you have enabled the Block Unknown Numbers option, all calls from unsaved contacts will be automatically reset even if the number is not blacklisted, which may result in missing important calls (e.g. from courier services or banks).

4. Verification through system logs (for experienced users)

If standard methods did not help, and you are sure that the number was blocked, you can look at the system logs Xiaomi Redmi Note 7. This method requires activation of the developer mode and use ADB, but you can find even those locks that are not displayed in the interface.

Step-by-step:

1. Activate Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and tap on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to your PC, install ADB (instructions are available on the official Xiaomi website) and follow the command:

adb shell content query --uri content://call_log/calls --where "type=3"

This command will display a list of all missed calls, including those blocked.

number=+79XXXXXXXXX, date=1701234567, type=3

Type=3 is a blocked call.

⚠️ Attention: Use ADB It can cause a phone to crash if you type in the wrong commands. Don't edit system files without a backup! If you're not sure what you're doing, skip this method.

5. Third-party applications for blocking management

If the built-in MIUI tools don't work, you can use third-party apps that not only show locked numbers, but also offer advanced filtering features.

To view the blocked numbers through Truecaller:

1. Install the app from Google Play and complete the registration.
2. Go to Lock (the shield icon in the bottom menu).
3. Slip on Locked – here will be all the numbers added manually or automatically.

Important: Some applications (such as Truecaller) may conflict with the built-in MIUI lock. If after installing third-party software system filters stop working, disable duplicate functions in the phone settings.

🔹 Make a backup copy of contacts

🔹 Check the permissions of the application (access to calls, SMS, contact)

🔹 Disable the built-in lock in MIUI, avoiding conflict

🔹 Read reviews about the app (especially about bugs on Xiaomi)-->

What if the blocked numbers are missing after the update?

Redmi Note 7 users often face a problem: after the MIUI update, the block list is reset, this is because Xiaomi stores the blacklist data in the system cache, which can be cleared when updates are made.

• 🔄 Restore from backup: If you were backing up through Mi Cloud or Google Account, try restoring your phone’s settings (but this will not only bring back locks, but also other options).
• 📄 Export/import through third-party apps: Apps like Blacklist Plus let you save block lists to a file and download them back.
• 🔧 Manual input: If there are few numbers, it is easier to add them again through Settings → Number locking.

If you are using MIUI 14, try the following trick:

1. Go to Settings → Applications → Application Management.
2. Find the Phone app and clear its cache (not data!).
3. Restart your phone – sometimes it brings back old locks.

⚠️ Note: If after the update, not only the locks, but also other settings (wallpaper, shortcuts) disappeared, SMS), This is a sign of a major failure, in which case only a full reset to the factory settings will help (but this will delete all data from the phone!).

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To avoid losing locks when updating MIUI, export the blacklist through a third-party app (like Call Blocker) or back up your settings to Mi Cloud before the update.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Redmi Note 7 number locks