How to hide your phone number on Xiaomi: all the ways to MIUI 14/15

Why Xiaomi Users Want to Hide a Number and When to Hide It

Hiding a number on Xiaomi smartphones is a topic that worries both consumers and business users: Some want to avoid intrusive calls from operators, some want to keep privacy when selling things on Avito or OLX, and some just don’t want their personal number to be seen by strangers. But before we get to the settings, it’s worth understanding: hiding a number doesn’t make you completely anonymous.

In 2026, mobile operators in Russia and the CIS are required to provide subscriber data at the request of law enforcement agencies — even if the number is hidden. However, for everyday tasks (support calls, communication with strangers, mass mailings), the feature remains useful. Xiaomi smartphones with the shell MIUI 14/15 have both built-in tools and third-party solutions — and we will analyze them all.

Important: Some methods may not work on dual devices SIM-cards or models for the Chinese market (for example, Xiaomi 13 Pro) CN-If you are using Global ROM, Problems usually do not occur.

Method 1: Hiding a number through MIUI settings (the easiest method)

If you need to temporarily hide the number for a single call or for all outgoing calls, the quickest way is to use the built-in MIUI settings.This method works on all modern Xiaomi smartphones, including the Redmi Note 12, POCO F5 and Black Shark 5.

Instructions:

1. Open the phone application (pipe icon).
2. Click on the three dots in the upper right corner → select Settings.
3. Go to the Additional Settings section (or Call Settings in some versions).
4. Slip on Caller Identifier (or Show my number).
5. Choose one of the options: 🔄 By default network – the number is displayed (depends on the operator). 🚫 Hide the number – your number will not be visible to the recipient. 📞 Show the number - the number is always visible.

⚠️ Note: At some carrier rates (e.g. Tele2 or Yota), hiding a number may be a paid option.

Make sure SIM-card|Check balance (some operators block service with negative balance)|Keep important contacts – a hidden number can prevent identification in business calls|Restart your phone after changing your settings (sometimes required for use)

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Method 2: USSD codes to hide the number (not all operators)

If in the settings MIUI there is no necessary item (this happens on older versions of firmware or on some regional ones). ROM), You can try to activate the concealment of the number through USSD-This method depends on your mobile operator and may require additional fees.

Here are the current codes for popular operators in 2026:

Example of use: To call +79123456789 with a hidden ID, dial:

*31*79123456789#

⚠️ Note: Prepaid rates for Tele2 and some regional operators (e.g. Motiv) USSD-The codes may not work, and then you have to use apps or settings. MIUI.

MTS|Beeline|MegaFon|Tele2.|Yota|Other-->

Method 3: Applications for hiding numbers (if built-in methods don’t work)

If no settings. MIUI, neither USSD-The codes didn't help, you can use third-party apps, and they're suitable for users who need to be flexible in managing the number display (e.g., hiding it only for certain contacts).

Top.-3 Apps for Xiaomi in the Verified 2026 year:

• 📱 Hide My Number is a simple interface, works without root, but requires a subscription (199 ₽/month. Supports MIUI 14/15 Android 13/14.
• 🔒 Burner — creates temporary virtual numbers (suitable for sales on Avito) and there's a free trial period.
• 📞 Drupe allows you to customize the rules for displaying numbers for different contacts.

How to install and configure:

1. Download the app from Google Play (avoid APK from unknown sources!).
2. Give permission for calls and contacts.
3. In the application settings, select the Hiding Number Mode (permanently or for individual contacts).
4. When you call through the app, your number will be hidden.

Important: Some banks and government services (such as calls to the FIU or to the Sberbank hotline) can block the call if the number is hidden.

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Before installing the Hiding Number app, check reviews from the past 2-3 months – some programs stopped working after Android 14 security updates.

Method 4: Hiding the number through settings SIM-cards (for two) SIM)

If your Xiaomi supports two of your SIM-Cards (e.g. Redmi Note 11 Pro)+ 5G Xiaomi 12T), You can set the number to hide separately for each of them. SIM The number is used for work (number visible) and the second for personal calls (number hidden).

Instructions:

1. Open the Settings. → SIM-maps and mobile networks.
2. Choose. SIM-card for which you want to hide the number.
3. Switch to Call Settings (or Additional Settings).
4. Find the option Additional parameters → Caller Identifier.
5. Set the value Hide the number.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware MIUI (Especially on Chinese versions, this item may not be available. In this case, try to update the software or use it. USSD-codes SIM separately.

Method 5: Hiding a number for specific contacts (selective mode)

You don't always have to hide the number for all calls. For example, you can have your number visible to your colleagues, but hidden when you call customer service or strangers. MIUI has a selective concealment feature, but it doesn't work on all models.

How to set up:

1. Open the Contacts app.
2. Choose the contact you want to hide the number for.
3. Click Edit (pencil icon).
4. Scroll down and find Call Settings or Additional settings.
5. Activate Hide the number for this contact (if any).

If your version of MIUI doesn’t have this feature, use apps like Drupe or Truecaller (it has a Blacklist option with ID settings).

Example: If you frequently call Wildberries and don’t want your number to be saved in their database, add a service number (8,800 555-17-07) to your contacts and activate a cover for it.

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Selectively concealing a number is the best option for those who want to remain anonymous only in individual cases, without losing the convenience of basic contacts.

Frequent problems and their solutions

Even after you have set up your number hiding correctly, you can have difficulties with Xiaomi, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:

• 📵 The number is not hidden when calling the Reason: the operator blocks the function on your tariff. Solution: call in support of the operator and request the activation of the service "AntiAON" (may be paid).
• ⚙️ No item "Hide number" in the settings Reason: outdated version MIUI Solution: Update your firmware or use it. USSD-code.
• 🔄 Hiding works through times Reason: conflict with calling apps (like WhatsApp or Viber).Solution: Set the default phone app in the settings.

If none of the methods worked, check:

• 📶 Network availability (sometimes operator functions do not work with a weak signal).
• 💳 Account balance (some operators block the service with a negative balance).
• 📱 Firmware region (Chinese versions of Xiaomi may have restrictions).

FAQ: Answers to popular questions