How to view locked numbers on Xiaomi: all ways from MIUI 12 to HyperOS

Locked numbers on Xiaomi smartphones are not just a spam protection feature, but also a potential black hole for important contacts that you might have accidentally blocked. Unlike iPhones or smartphones on pure Android, the MIUI shell (and its successor HyperOS) hides this list in an unobvious way, and in some versions of the firmware it requires additional manipulation to access. If you are trying to find a number that stopped calling you, or want to clear the list of accumulated spam, this guide will help you understand all the nuances.

Complicating the problem is that Xiaomi regularly changes the settings in new versions of the shell. For example, in MIUI 14 the path to the blacklist is different from HyperOS, and on some models (for example, Redmi Note 12 Pro+) the lock function is duplicated in the Security app and the standard Phone. We tested all the current methods on devices from POCO X5 to Xiaomi 14 Ultra and collected working methods from basic to hidden.

Important: If you use third-party applications to block calls (like Truecaller or GetContact), their blacklists are kept separate from the system, in which case you will have to check each service separately, as we will also discuss below.

1. Standard method: through the application "Phone"

The most obvious method is to use the built-in Phone app (the handset icon) which works on all versions of MIUI and HyperOS, but the interface may vary slightly depending on the model.

1. Open the phone app (not to be confused with Contacts!).
2. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Settings.
3. Scroll down to the Blocking Numbers section (or Blacklist in older versions).
4. The system can request a screen lock password or a fingerprint to confirm.

In the list that opens, you'll see all the locked numbers with the lock date.

• 🔍 Search by number – use the search bar at the top if the list is large.
• ➕ Add a number – the button is usually located in the lower right corner.
• ❌ Delete the number - swipe left on the record or click on the basket.
• 📤 Export list – not available on all models (more on this in the section about backup).

⚠️ Note: On certain devices (e.g, POCO F5) The section Blocking numbers can be hidden behind the additional menu Additional or Advanced settings. If you do not find the item, check all tabs in the phone settings.

2. Alternative path: through the "Settings" of the system

If the Phone app doesn’t display locked numbers (this happens after resetting or updating your firmware), try finding the list through system settings. This method works on Xiaomi with MIUI 11 and newer, including HyperOS:

1. Open the settings (cog icon).
2. Go to the Appendix section → Application management.
3. Press three points (⋮) in the upper right corner and select Special Access.
4. Select the number lock (or blacklist).

Here you will see the same numbers as in the Phone app, but with additional options:

• 🛡️ Blocking Unknown Numbers – Enabled by a Separate Switch.
• 📱 Sync with your Mi Account – if the feature is active, the list will be available on all devices under your account.
• 🔄 Reset list – button for complete cleaning (requires confirmation).

On HyperOS, the path may look different:

→ Communication and SIM- Card settings → Number locking

⚠️ Note: If you see a blank list in this section but are sure you have blocked numbers, check the Security app settings (see next section). 13T) locking in.

Check the MIUI/HyperOS version in the settings

Make sure you have access to the screen lock password

Open the "Phone" or "Settings" app (both options)

If you use Truecaller, check its blacklist separately.-->

3.The blacklist in the Security appendix

Xiaomi’s Security app not only scans viruses, but also controls call blocking on some models, a technique that is relevant for devices with MIUI 12-14, where locking can be integrated into the protection module.

1. Open the Security app.
2. Go to the Block or Antispam tab (name depends on version).
3. Select the Blacklist or Blocked Numbers.

In this section you can:

• 📞 View the history of blocked calls – some versions show how many times the blocked number has called.
• 🔗 Link to the system blacklist – if the option is active, the lock will work in the Phone application.
• 🚫 Add numbers from Xiaomi spam database – automatically blocks known spam numbers (the feature is not available in all regions).

On the POCO M6 Pro and some other models, the Security app can be called Security or Mi Security. If it's not on the menu, check the Additional folder or install it through GetApps.

4. How to export and import a blacklist

If you plan to reset your phone to factory settings or upgrade to a new Xiaomi device, it’s helpful to keep a list of locked numbers. Unfortunately, there’s no direct export option in standard MIUI/HyperOS settings, but there are workarounds:

Method 1: Backup with Mi Account

The most reliable method is synchronization with the Mi Account:

1. Open Settings → Xiaomi account.
2. Select Mi Cloud → Synchronization.
3. Make sure that the synchronization of Contacts and Phone Settings is enabled.
4. After a reset or on a new device, log in to the same account and wait for the data to be restored.

Method 2: Manual export through files

For advanced users, there is a way to extract the list of blocked numbers from system files (root rights are required):

1. Install a file manager with root access (e.g., Root Explorer).


2.Cross the path:




/data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/contacts2.db




3 Open the database and find the table blocked_numbers.




4. Export the data to the CSV file.

⚠️ Warning: Changing system files without root rights can cause the Contacts app to crash. If you are not sure about your actions, use the first method with Mi Cloud.

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Before resetting your settings, take screenshots of the screen with locked numbers – this will help you quickly restore the list manually on a new device.

5. Viewing blocked numbers through ADB (for experienced)

If standard methods don’t work (for example, after a failed firmware update), you can try to extract a list of blocked numbers through the help of the Internet. ADB (Android Debug Bridge is a suitable solution for Xiaomi on any version MIUI/HyperOS, It requires a computer and basic command line skills.

You'll need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed ADB Tools.
• 📱 Included debugging by USB on a smartphone (in Settings) → The phone. → Version. MIUI Press 7 times, then return to Additional → For developers).
• 🔌 Cable USB (preferably original).

Instructions:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and allow debugging over USB.
2. Open the command line (Windows) or terminal (macOS/Linux) and type:

adb shell content query --uri content://call_log/calls --where "type=5"

This command will display a list of all blocked calls. To export only numbers, use:

adb shell content query --uri content://call_log/calls --where "type=5" --projection "number:number"

To view the current blacklist (numbers only):

adb shell content query --uri content://com.android.contacts/blocked

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB They may not work on some custom firmware or if the manufacturer has blocked access to system databases.

6 Recovery of the deleted blacklist

If you accidentally cleared the list of blocked numbers, you can restore it in several ways – depending on whether synchronization or backup was enabled.

Method 1: Recovery with Mi Cloud

If the sync with the Mi Account was active:

1. Open your Settings → Xiaomi Account → Mi Cloud.
2. Select Restore and specify the date when the blacklist was still up to date.
3. Confirm the recovery of Contacts and Phone Settings data.

Method 2: Using a Google backup

If you have used backup through your Google Account:

1. Go to Settings → Google → Backup.
2. Click Recover Data and select the latest backup.
3. Make sure that the Contact and Application Settings points are marked.

Method 3: Manual recovery from files

If you have a backup of your phone files (e.g., via Mi PC Suite or TWRP), try extracting the contacts2.db database file from the /data/data/com.android.providers.contacts/databases/ folder and recovering it with SQLite.

On HyperOS devices, blacklist backups can be stored encrypted, and their recovery requires the original password from the Mi Account associated with the phone.

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If sync with Mi Cloud has been disabled, it is almost impossible to restore the blacklist after resetting.

7. Frequent problems and their solutions

When working with locked numbers on Xiaomi, users encounter typical errors, and we have collected the most common ways to fix them:

If none of these methods worked, try:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone – sometimes it resets the phone app cache.
• 📲 Clear the cache of the Phone and Contacts application in the settings.
• 🔧 Reset network settings (in some cases helps with synchronization failures).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions