How to distribute the Internet from Xiaomi Redmi phone to another phone: all ways + error solving

Are you in a situation where you have to share the Internet urgently from a second phone, and only Xiaomi Redmi is on hand? Or do you want to save on mobile traffic using one tariff for two devices? Distributing the Internet from Redmi to another phone is an easier task than it seems, but with nuances. In this article, we will analyze all possible ways: from a standard access point to hidden functions. MIUI, who know not.

It is important to understand that the process may vary depending on the Redmi model (e.g. Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi). 9A) and firmware versions MIUI. We’ve taken these features into account and put together universal instructions that work on 90% of the brand’s devices, and you’ll also learn how to speed up your Internet distribution if the speed is cut to indecent values, and what to do if the second phone can’t see your network.

So let's not waste time on theory, let's go to practice, and let's start with the most reliable and popular method.

1. Internet distribution through Wi-Fi hotspot (modem mode)

This is the main way most Xiaomi Redmi owners use, which allows you to connect up to 10 devices at a time (depending on the model) and provides a stable speed - provided you have a good mobile signal.

Access Point is transforming the mobile Internet (3G/4G/5G) It's called modem modem or access point on Redmi, and the main advantage is the ease of setting up, the minus is the quick battery drain (especially on older models like Redmi). 5 or Redmi 7).

To enable the access point:

1. Open the settings on your Xiaomi Redmi.
2. Go to Network and Internet (or Connections in older versions of MIUI).
3. Select Access Point and Modem (or Modem Modem).
4. Slip on the Wi-Fi hotspot.
5. Activate the slider in the top corner.
6. Change the network name if necessary (SSID) Password (usually 12345678 or random character set by default).

Now, on the second phone, find the network you created in the Wi-Fi list and connect to it. If the connection is not happening, check:

• 🔄 Reboot both phones – sometimes helps reset network settings.
• 📶 Signal Level of Mobile Network – If You Have 1-2 dividing, the speed will be meager.
• 🔒 Correctness of password - in MIUI When entering, points are displayed, it is easy to make a mistake.
• 📱 Tariff restrictions – some operators block the distribution of the Internet (for example, Tele2 on unlimited tariffs).

2.Bluetooth Internet Distribution: When Wi-Fi is Not Working

If the hotspot refuses to turn on or the second phone doesn't see your network, a Bluetooth modem will come to the rescue, a method that is less popular, but has its advantages:

• ⚡ Less battery consumption compared to Wi-Fi.
• 🛡️ More secure – you can connect only after pairing devices.
• 📶 It works even at a weak signal (although the speed will be low).

There are also disadvantages: the maximum speed rarely exceeds the maximum speed. 1-2 Mbit/s (vs) 10-50 Mbps on Wi-Fi, and the setup is a little bit more complicated, but if you just need to check your email or send a message, that's enough.

Instructions for setting:

1. Turn on Bluetooth on both phones.
2. On Redmi go to Settings → Connections → Access Point and modem → Bluetooth modem.
3. Activate the slider. The system will suggest pairing the devices.
4. On the second phone, confirm the pairing (a code may be required, usually 0000 or 1234).
5. After connecting on the second device will be a notification about the available Internet.

If the internet doesn't come up:

• 🔄 Reconnect devices – sometimes it doesn’t work the first time.
• 📱 Check your Bluetooth settings on your second phone – some models (like iPhones) require manually enabling “Internet via Bluetooth” in the connection menu.
• 🔧 Update. MIUI — In the old versions there were bugs with Bluetooth modem.

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If the speed over Bluetooth is too low, try turning off the power saving on both phones. MIUI This is done in the Battery section. → Energy saving regime.

Internet distribution by USB: Maximum speed and stability

Few people know, but Xiaomi Redmi can distribute the Internet through the Internet USB-This is a good way to do this, if you can:

• 🔌 You don’t have Wi-Fi or Bluetooth (e.g., a broken module).
• ⚡ Maximum speed (up to 100 Mbps and higher).
• 📱 The second phone supports the USB OTG (or it's a PC/laptop).

Cons: cable is required (preferably original), and not all Redmi models support this out-of-the-box mode. 9C You may need to turn on the debugging USB.

How to set up:

1. Connect both phones with cable (use) USB-C → USB-C or USB-C → Micro-USB, if the models are different).
2. On Redmi go to Settings → About the phone and tap 7 times according to the version MIUI, to activate the Developer Mode.
3. Return to Settings → Additional → For developers and enable USB debugging.
4. Now go to Settings. → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem → USB-modem.
5. Activate the slider. The second phone should have Internet.

If the connection is not working:

• 🔌 Try another cable – cheap cables often don’t support data transfers.
• 📱 Check the settings. USB on the second phone – sometimes you need to manually select the mode of data transfer or USB-modem.
• 🔧 Update your drivers (if you connect to a PC).

4. Hidden settings MIUI: How to speed up the distribution of the Internet

Even if you set up your hotspot correctly, the speed can be slow, and the reason for that is hidden limitations. MIUI, That's the one that cuts the speed to save the battery or the default:

The first thing to do is to turn off energy saving for mobile data:

1. Go to Settings → Battery → Energy Saving Mode.
2. Choose No Limits or High Speed.
3. Then go to Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks → Transfer of data → Access point.
4. Enable the option of Maximum performance (if any).

The second is to change the Wi-Fi range. By default, Redmi distributes a 2.4 GHz network that is congested and slower. If your phone supports 5 GHz, switch to it:

1. In the access point menu, tap on the access point settings.
2. Select the frequency range (or band).
3. Install 5GHz (if available).

Third, turn off the automatic shutdown of the access point. MIUI by default, disable the distribution through 5-10 minutes without activity, to avoid:

1. In the access point settings, find timeout or auto-disconnect.
2. Set the value of Never.

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If the speed is low after all the manipulations, the problem may be on the operator’s side, and some tariffs (such as MTS’s “No Limit for Yours”) artificially limit the speed of the distribution.

5 Solving the Problem: Why Internet Distribution Doesn't Work

Even after you set it up correctly, you can still get errors, and we'll look at the most common problems and their solutions.

⚠️ Note: If there is Internet after connecting to the access point, but the sites do not open, check the settings DNS. V MIUI Sometimes network settings get lost. Try manually prescribing. DNS 8.8.8.8 (Google) or 1.1.1.1 (Cloudflare) in the Wi-Fi settings on the second phone.

Problem 1: Access Point is not turned on

• 📱 Check the mobile Internet – it may be disconnected or the money in the account is out.
• 🔧 Reset network settings: Settings → System system → Reset → Resetting network settings.
• 📲 Update. MIUI — In the old versions there were bugs with modem modem.

Problem 2: The second phone is connected, but the Internet is not available

• 🔄 Reboot both devices – it resets network settings.
• 📶 Check it out. APN-settings on Redmi: they must meet the operator's requirements: MTS, APN: internet.mts.ru.
• 🛡️ Turn it off. VPN Firewalls – they can block traffic.

Problem. 3: Speed is very low (1-2 Mbit/s)

• 📡 Change Wi-Fi range from 2.4 GHz to 5 GHz (if supported).
• 📵 Turn off energy saving for mobile data.
• 📡 Check the network signal if you have 1-2 Sticks, speed will be low.

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6. Alternative methods: applications for distribution of the Internet

If the standard methods don't work, you can use third-party applications, which are useful when:

• 🔧 Additional features are needed (e.g. traffic restriction for connected devices).
• 📱 Your Redmi does not support distribution through USB/Bluetooth.
• 🛡️ You need to hide the distribution from the operator (some applications mask traffic).

The best applications for Xiaomi Redmi:

• 📲 PdaNet+ — It allows you to distribute the Internet even if the operator blocks the standard access point, requires root rights for full functionality.
• 🌐 ClockworkMod Tether – an alternative to the standard modem modem, works without root on some models.
• 🔗 FoxFi – supports distribution via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB, But the free version has limitations.

How to use PdaNet+:

1. Download the app from Google Play.
2. Connect the second phone to USB or turn on Bluetooth.
3. Start PdaNet+ and select Enable USB Tether or Enable Bluetooth Tether.
4. On the second phone, install PdaNet.+ Client (available on Play Market).
5. Connect to the network you've created.

⚠️ Attention: Applications like PdaNet+ Some tariffs prohibit the distribution of the Internet through third-party utilities, in which case the operator can limit the speed or block the speed of the service. SIM-Check the tariff conditions before using.

7. How to save traffic when giving out the Internet

The Internet feed eats up traffic very quickly, especially if the connected device is downloading updates or watching videos.

1. Limit speed for connected devices

V MIUI There is a built-in traffic restriction function:

1. Go to Settings → Network and Internet → Access Point and modem.
2. Slip on the access point settings.
3. Enable Data Limitation and set a limit (e.g., 1 GB per day).

2. Disable background data transmission

On the second phone (which connects to your access point), turn off automatic app updates and background sync:

• 📱 On Android: Settings → Annexes → Autoboot (disable unnecessary applications).
• 🍎 On iPhone: Settings → Mainstream → Content Update (Disable Mobile Data).

3.Use traffic compression

Apps like Opera Max (for Android) or Google Chrome’s built-in Traffic Saving feature will help reduce data consumption. 30-50%.

4. Watch out for connected devices

V MIUI You can see which devices are connected to your access point:

1. Go to Settings. → Access Point and modem.
2. Slip on the connected devices.
3. Disable unknown gadgets – they can “pull” your traffic.

FAQ: Frequent questions about giving out the Internet with Xiaomi Redmi