How to remove the limit of mobile traffic on Xiaomi: all the ways 2026

The monthly limit of mobile traffic on Xiaomi, Redmi or POCO smartphones can be a real headache — especially when the Internet suddenly stops working at full speed or completely shuts down. The manufacturer sets this limit by default on many models, citing “care for the user.” But in practice, such restrictions often interfere with the download of files, block streaming of high-quality video or even interrupt important updates.

In this article, we will discuss all the current ways to disable the traffic limit, from standard MIUI settings to hidden commands via ADB and editing system files. It is important to understand that the methods differ depending on the firmware version (MIUI 12/13/14/15) and device model. For example, on the Xiaomi 13 Pro with MIUI 15, the path to settings can be radically different from the Redmi Note 10 on MIUI 12.5. We took these nuances into account and prepared universal instructions with the latest updates in 2026.

Before you start, check:

• 📱 Model of your device (written on the box or in Settings) → The phone).
• 🔄 Version MIUI (Ibid., under the heading “On the telephone").
• 📶 Type SIM-cards: physical, eSIM or virtual (for example, from the operator "SberMobile").

It depends on which method will work in your case.

1. Disable the limit through standard MIUI settings

Let's start with the simplest method that works on most MIUI 12-15 devices, and the manufacturer has designed the option to turn off the limit, but has hidden it deep in the menu.

1. Open Settings (the gear icon on the main screen).
2. Go to section. SIM-Maps and mobile networks (or mobile networks on some models).
3. Choose yours. SIM-card (if there are several).
4. Slip on Traffic Limit or Traffic Warning.
5. Move the mobile traffic limit slider to the off position.
6. Confirm the action by pressing OK in the window that appears.

If you have MIUI 14/15, the path may be slightly different: Settings → Connections and Sharing → Mobile Network → [Your SIM] → Data Limit.

⚠️ Note: On some firmware (for example, MIUI Global for the European market) the item "Traffic Limit" may not be available.

If the limit still works after the shutdown, try:

• 🔄 Reboot your phone (sometimes the settings are only applied after the reboot).
• 📲 Remove the application cache Settings (Settings) → Annexes → Application management → Settings → Warehouse → Clear the cache).
• 🔧 Reset network settings (Settings) → Connections → Resetting network settings).

2. reset mobile network settings (if the limit is not disabled)

Sometimes the traffic restriction gets stuck in the system even after it's turned off in the menu, and this is due to a bug in MIUI, where the settings are saved in the cache of the communication module, to reset them completely:

1. Open the Settings. → The phone.
2. Find All options (or tap 7 times on the MIUI version to activate the developer mode).
3. Return to the main settings menu and select Additional settings → Reset.
4. Tap Reset Network Settings (not to be confused with a full reset!).
5. Confirm the action with a password or pattern lock.

After discharge:

• 📶 Reconnect to the mobile network (may require input) PIN-code SIM-map).
• 🔄 Re-disable the traffic limit through standard settings (see Section 1).
• 🔋 Check the speed of the internet with Speedtest.

⚠️ Warning: Network reset will delete all saved Wi-Fi passwords and settings VPN. Pre-save them in a notebook or take screenshots.

3.Using the Developer Mode to Bypass Restrictions

If standard methods don't work, you can try to turn off the limit through the developer menu, which is suitable for advanced users and requires caution.

First, activate the developer mode:

1. Go to Settings. → The phone.
2. Tap 7 times on the MIUI version (you will be notified "You became a developer!").

Now, follow the following steps:

1. Return to Settings → Additional settings → Developer settings.
2. Find the Background Traffic Limit and turn it off.
3. Scroll down and find Mobile Data is always active – turn on this option.
4. Reset the device.

Additionally, you can disable traffic optimization for individual applications:

• 📱 In Developer Settings, find Traffic Limitation for Apps.
• 🔍 Select apps that eat up traffic (e.g. YouTube, TikTok, Telegram).
• 🚫 Turn off the restrictions for them.

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If the web is gone after the change in the developer menu, return all settings to their original state and restart the phone. Sometimes MIUI protection for suspicious settings works.

4. Disable the limit through ADB (for advanced users)

If previous methods didn’t work, you’ll need to use ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which requires a computer and basic command line skills, but is guaranteed to work on 90% of Xiaomi devices.

What you need:

• 💻 Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
• 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).
• 📱 Developer's Included Mode and Debugging USB phone-on.
• 🛠 Installed drivers Xiaomi and ADB Tools.

Step-by-step:

1. Connect the phone to your computer and select File Transfer mode.
2. Open the command prompt (Windows) or terminal (Linux/macOS) in the folder with ADB.
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Give permission to debug on the phone (a request will appear).
5. Enter the command to disable the traffic limit: adb shell settings put global captive_portal_detection_enabled 0 adb shell settings put global captive_portal_mode 0 adb shell settings put global captive_portal_http_url http://connectivitycheck.gstatic.com/generate_204 adb shell settings put global captive_portal_https_url https://www.google.com/generate_204
6. Reboot your phone: adb reboot

After the reboot, check if the limit has disappeared. If not, try the additional commands:

adb shell settings put global data_saver_mode 0


adb shell settings put global auto_revoke_permissions 0

⚠️ Attention: Teams ADB Incorrect use can lead to network failures. On some models (for example, Xiaomi). 12T) after ADB-commands require reset to factory settings.

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ADB is the most reliable way, but it requires care. If you are not sure about your abilities, skip this section and try the method with the build.prop file editing (Section 5).

5. editing the build.prop file (for rooted devices)

If your Xiaomi has root rights, you can disable the traffic limit by editing the build.prop system file. This method is suitable for advanced users, since it requires access to the root file system.

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Solid Explorer).
2. Go to /system/build.prop.
3. Make a backup of the file (copy it to a safe place).
4. Open the file to edit and add the following lines at the end: ro.miui.captive_portal_detection=0 ro.miui.data_saver=0 ro.miui.aggressive_data_saver=0
5. Save the changes and restart the phone.

If you have network problems after editing, return the original build.prop file from the backup.

Alternative method (without root):

• 📲 Use applications like BuildProp Editor (requires an unlocked bootloader).
• 🔧 In some firmware (e.g. xiaomi.eu), the traffic limit is disabled by default.

Installation of custom firmware (last resort)

If none of these methods worked, the radical solution is to install custom firmware (like LineageOS, Pixel Experience, or xiaomi.eu), and most unofficial builds have their traffic restrictions disabled by default.

Advantages of custom firmware:

• 🚀 There are no artificial restrictions from Xiaomi.
• 🔄 Regular security updates.
• 🛠 Possibility of fine-tuning the network.

Disadvantages:

• ⚠️ Loss of warranty (if the device is under warranty).
• 🔧 Difficulty of installation for beginners.
• 📱 The risk of “bricking” the phone in case of an error.

How to install custom firmware:

1. Unlock the bootloader through Mi Unlock Tool (requires a Xiaomi account and wait 7-30 days).
2. Install custom recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox).
3. Download firmware (for example, from Xiaomi.eu or XDA Developers).
4. Sweat through recovery, having previously made a backup.

⚠️ Attention: Custom firmware installation erases all data from the device. save photos, contacts and other important files in advance.

7. Alternative ways to bypass the limit (without changes in the system)

If you don’t want to interfere with your phone’s settings, you can try to bypass the limit in other ways:

• 📡 Use of the VPN: Some of them VPN-Services (e.g., ProtonVPN or Warp from Cloudflare) mask traffic, and the operator cannot limit it.
• 🔄 Resetting traffic statistics: In the Settings menu → SIM-maps and mobile networks → [Yours. SIM] → Traffic usage, drop the meter at the beginning of the cycle. Sometimes it temporarily resets the limit.
• 📱 Second second SIM-Map: Insert additional SIM without limits (for example, from another operator) and use it for the Internet.
• 🌐 Wi-Fi instead of mobile traffic: Set up an automatic connection to open networks (such as a cafe or shopping mall).

Applications for traffic monitoring:

• 📊 GlassWire – Shows which apps are consuming traffic.
• 📈 My Data Manager – Notify you when you approach the limit.
• 🛡 NetGuard – Blocks background traffic for individual applications.

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If you travel abroad frequently, check your carrier's roaming rates. SIM-card than to pay for exceeding the limit.

FAQ: Frequent questions about Xiaomi’s traffic limits