How to Enable and Use NFC on Xiaomi Redmi 9C: The Complete Guide to 2026

What is NFC in Redmi 9C and why you need it

Xiaomi Redmi 9C features NFC (Near Field Communication) module that allows you to share data over short distances without an Internet connection. This technology has become an integral part of modern smartphones, but many users still do not know how to use it. NFC in Redmi 9C supports contactless payments, fast file transfer, pairing with smart devices and even identification in transport.

Unlike more expensive Xiaomi models, where NFC is activated by default, Redmi 9C often has to be manually configured. In this article, we will discuss how to check for a module in your device, turn it on, configure it for payments via Google Pay or Mi Pay, and consider alternative ways to use the technology.

It is important to understand that NFC capabilities vary by firmware region and MIUI version. For example, in some Asian countries, payment function may be limited due to local features of banking systems, and we will take these nuances into account and provide relevant solutions for users from Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan and other CIS countries.

How to check if there is NFC in your Redmi 9C

Not all Xiaomi Redmi 9C modifications are equipped with NFC module. To avoid disappointment, first make sure that your device supports the technology.

• 📱 Through smartphone settings: go to Settings → Connections and sharing → NFC. If there is no point, there is no module.
• 🔍 By marking on the box: look for the inscription "NFC" or contactless communication icon next to technical specifications.
• 🛠️ With the help of applications: install NFC Check from Google Play – it will show the presence of the chip and its condition.
• 📄 By serial number: enter IMEI on the Mi Verify website - the features will indicate support NFC.

If NFC is missing, but you are sure you bought a model with this feature, you may have a fake or a device with another regional firmware, in which case only replacing the device or flashing it on a global version of MIUI will help (but this voids the warranty).

⚠️ Note: In some Redmi games 9C for India and South-East Asia NFC It's turned off at the firmware level. MIUI In Settings → The phone, if it ends at IN or ID, The functionality may be limited.

Step-by-step: how to turn on NFC on Redmi 9C

If you have an NFC module in your device, you need to activate it.

1. Open the settings on the main screen.
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (in some firmwares, Wireless Networks).
3. Slip on NFC.
4. Activate the slider on. at the top of the screen.
5. (Optional) Enable Android Beam to transfer files (if you need this feature).

Once activated, an NFC icon (a stylized letter "N") will appear in the status bar. If it's not, try restarting the device or updating the firmware. Also check if the feature is blocking the installed antivirus or power saving mode.

Make sure the NFC icon appears in the notification bar |

Try bringing your phone to another NFC| device.

Check the presence of the item "Contactless payments" in the settings |

Update Google Pay or Mi Pay to the latest version

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If NFC is not included, the reasons may be as follows:

• 🔋 Weak battery power: at levels below 15%, some functions are automatically turned off.
• 📱 Antenna damage NFC: Often occurs after falls or repairs.
• 🔄 Firmware failure: will help reset settings or flashing.

Configure contactless payments via NFC

The main application of NFC in Redmi 9C is to pay for purchases with a smartphone, and you need to set up one of the payment applications. Let's take two popular options: Google Pay and Mi Pay.

1.Setting up Google Pay

This is a universal solution that works with most bank cards:

1. Download Google Pay from the Play Market.
2. Open the app and log in to your Google account.
3. Click Add the card and scan it or enter the data manually.
4. Confirm the addition via SMS or push notification from the bank.
5. Install Google Pay as the default payment app in Settings → Apps → Default Apps → Payment.

2.Setting up Mi Pay

Xiaomi’s service works mainly with Chinese banks, but supports some Russian banks (Sberbank, Tinkoff):

1. Install Mi Pay from the Mi App Store or APKMirror (the Play Market may not have one).
2. Register with your Mi Account.
3. Add a bank card (confirmation through the bank is required).
4. Activate Contactless Payments in the application settings.

Important: No screen unlock is required for NFC payments in Redmi 9C, but the transaction amount without confirmation is limited (usually up to 1000-3000 rubles depending on the bank).

⚠️ Note: If the terminal does not accept payment with Redmi 9C, Try to disable Android Beam in the settings NFC. Some banking terminals are in conflict with this function.

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Before you make your first payment via NFC, add Google Pay or Mi Pay to your list of approved auto-run apps (Settings → Apps → Auto-Start) to speed up the payment process.

NFC Data Transfer: Android Beam and Alternatives

In addition to payments, NFC in Redmi 9C can be used to quickly transfer files, contacts or links to other devices, which is designed for Android Beam, but it only works between Android 4.0-9.0 devices. In new versions, it was replaced by Nearby Share, which uses not only NFC, but also Wi-Fi/Bluetooth.

To transfer the file via Android Beam:

1. Turn on NFC and Android Beam in the settings.
2. Open the file (photo, contact, link) you want to send.
3. Bring the Redmi 9C back to another device (not more than 5 cm).
4. Wait for the sound signal or vibration – the transmission will start automatically.

If Android Beam is not working:

• 📲 Make sure that both devices are on NFC Android Beam.
• 🔄 Reboot both smartphones.
• 📱 Check if the transmission is blocked by a cover or protective film.

For Android 10+ devices, it is recommended to use Nearby Share:

1. Enable Nearby Share in Settings → Google → Devices and Sharing.
2. Select a file and click Send. → Nearby Share.
3. Bring the devices to each other – the transfer will begin over NFC, and then switch to Wi-Fi Direct.

Using NFC for Smart Home and Automation

The NFC in Redmi 9C can be integrated with smart home systems, such as to control Xiaomi Mi Home or other devices via tags.

1. Control of smart devices through NFC-marker

You can program the tag to perform certain actions, such as:

• 💡 Turning on/off lights (Yeelight, Philips Hue).
• 🔊 Music on the speaker (Xiaomi Mi Smart Speaker).
• 🚪 Opening of a Smart Castle (Aqara, Nuki).

For this:

1. Buy it. NFC-tags (e.g., labels, NTAG213/215/216).
2. Install the Trigger or Automate app from the Play Market.
3. Create a task (for example, “Enable lights when you touch the tag”).
4. Write the task to the tag through the application.
5. Attach the tag in a convenient place (for example, at the door).

2 Automation with Mi Home

If you have devices in the Xiaomi ecosystem:

1. Open Mi Home and go to Automation.
2. Press Add Add Add. → NFC.
3. Hold the phone to the tag and select an action (e.g., turn on the robot vacuum cleaner).
4. Save the script.

NFC-The tags are inexpensive (from 50 rubles apiece) and can greatly simplify interaction with a smart home, for example, you can program a tag by the bed to turn off all the lights and turn on the alarm clock.

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NFC-Labels use minimal power and operate without a network connection, and can be used even in the absence of Wi-Fi or mobile signal.

Typical NFC Problems on Redmi 9C and Their Solutions

Redmi 9C users often encounter errors when working with NFC. Let's consider the most common ways to fix them:

If NFC stopped working after the MIUI update, try:

1. Clear the cache of the NFC application in Settings → Apps.
2. Reset network settings (Settings → System → Resetting → Network settings reset).
3. Reverse to the previous version of the firmware (if the problem appeared after the update).

⚠️ If you have a phone drop after a phone drop NFC It stopped working, and the settings show "Can't activate module" error, most likely the antenna is damaged, in which case repairs are required at the service center.

NFC Security: What You Need to Know

NFC is a convenient but potentially vulnerable technology, and attackers can intercept data or make fraudulent payments if they don't take precautions.

• 🔒 Turn it off. NFC, When not used: This will reduce the risk of unauthorized access.
• 🛡️ Use it. PIN-Payment code: Configure confirmation for transactions over 1000 rubles.
• 📱 Do not store sensitive data on NFC-Tags: Passwords or card numbers can be read by attackers.
• 🔄 Regularly update the firmware: in new versions MIUI closing vulnerabilities NFC.

It is also worth knowing about these risks:

• Skimming: Fraudsters can read card data from up to 10 cm away with special devices. To protect yourself, use shielded covers or turn off NFC in public places.
• Fake tags: in places with a large crowd of people (metro, shopping centers) can be installed malicious NFC-Don't bring your phone to unknown stickers.

If you suspect that your card details are compromised, immediately block it through the bank's mobile app and order a new one. Most banks provide virtual cards for contactless payments, which is an additional layer of protection.

FAQ: Answers to Frequent NFC Questions in Redmi 9C