You record an important phone call on Xiaomi, but every time you hear a loud call recorder alert that interferes with the caller and spoils the audio file? This is a standard MIUI feature designed to notify the caller about recording, a requirement of many countries' laws. However, in some situations (for example, when a coordinated recording or for personal notes), this sound is only annoying.
In this article, we will discuss all the working ways to disable voice notification on Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones, from official settings to hidden developer settings. Relevant for devices running MIUI 12-14 and Android 11-14 (2026). Importantly, some methods require root rights or may violate local laws - use them at your own risk.
Why did Xiaomi add the sound of the call recording?
The loud “recording started” alert appeared in MIUI for a reason: it is a requirement of the laws of many countries (including Russia, the EU and India), where recording conversations without notifying the second participant is considered a violation of the right to privacy.
- 📜 Comply with local privacy laws (e.g., FZ)-152 russian GDPR EU).
- 🛡️ Protect users from hidden recording without their knowledge.
- 🌍 Simplify firmware adaptation for different regions (sound is switched on automatically depending on the location of the device). SIM-map).
In practice, however, this creates inconveniences:
- 🔇 The sound interferes with recording lectures, interviews, or business negotiations (even if the interlocutor is aware of the information).
- 📱 On some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO X3 Pro) the alert sounds too loud and distorts the beginning of the recording.
- 🔄 V MIUI 13+ The sound is duplicated in the headphones, even if they are connected via Bluetooth.
⚠️ Note: Disabling the recording notice may violate the laws of your country, for example, in Russia, recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is punishable by a fine of up to 300,000. ₽ (138.1 of the Criminal Code, use these methods only for legitimate purposes (for example, if the interlocutor agrees in advance).
Method 1: Disconnect via the settings of the “Phone” application
The easiest and safest method is to use the built-in MIUI options, which works on most rootless devices and does not require technical skills.
- Open the phone application (pipe icon).
- Press three points (⋮) top-right → Select Settings.
- Go to the Call Record section (or Call Record on new versions of MIUI).
- Find the option of Record Notification Sound (may be called Record Notification or Sound Signal).
- Switch the slider to the off position or select No Sound.
If you don’t have this option, try an alternative route:
- In the same section, Record Conversations click Additional (or Advanced Settings).
- Find Record Mode and select Quiet Mode (if available).
Make sure you have the latest version of the Phone app (update to Google Play)
Check if the “Conversation Record” section is hidden in additional settings
Reboot your phone after the changes
Try recording a test call to make sure there is no sound.-->
Limitations of the method:
- ❌ Not working. MIUI 14 for the European region (sound on at the firmware level).
- ❌ On some models (Xiaomi) 12T, Redmi K50) The option is hidden by the manufacturer.
- ✅ Works on POCO F3, Redmi Note 11 and older versions MIUI 12.
Method 2: Using Developer Mode (without root)
If the standard settings didn't work, you can try turning off the sound through the developer menu, which doesn't require superuser rights, but it doesn't work on all firmware.
Steps to activate the developer mode:
- Go to Settings. → The phone.
- Find the MIUI version and click on it 7 times in a row (you will be notified “You became a developer”).
- Go back to the main settings menu and open a new section for developers.
Next, we look for parameters related to recording sound:
- In the search bar (loop at the top), enter an entry or call.
- Find options like: Disable call recording tone (disable recording tone), Call recording notification (record notification) Force disable recording sound (forced to disable recording sound)
Activate the desired switch and restart the phone.
What if the option is not in the developer menu?
⚠️ Attention: Changing the settings in developer mode can cause the phone to crash. Do not edit other settings if you do not know their purpose. For example, disabling the Automatic brightness option can make the screen unreadable.
Method 3: Install an alternative application for recording
If the built-in methods don't work, the most reliable option is to use a side program, which records calls without system notification, but requires additional permissions.
Best Apps for Xiaomi (2026):
| Annex | Features | Cons | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cube Call Recorder | Records both ends of a conversation, runs without root, supports cloud storage | Advertising in the free version, sometimes does not catch calls on Android 13+ | Google Play |
| Call Recorder by Lovekush | Simple interface, MP3 writing, automatic deletion of old files | There is no recording of your own voice on some Xiaomi | Google Play |
| Truecaller | Built-in record + number detector, runs on MIUI 14 | Registration is required, not all calls are recorded. | Google Play |
| ACR (Another Call Recorder) | Supports schedule recording, integration with Google Drive | Xiaomi plugins may not work on new models | Google Play |
How to set up Cube Call Recorder (we recommend it for Xiaomi):
- Install the application and open it.
- Provide all the permissions requested (calls, microphone, storage).
- In the settings, select: Record format: MP3 (Better quality.Source: audio: Voice call + Mic (for both conversations) Save folder: select Internal Memory or SD-map.
Auto-recording
1. In your phone settings, open Apps → Permissions Management → Special Access → Record audio and allow access for the program.
2. disable battery optimization for the recorder app.
3.Reboot the phone after installation.-->
Method 4: Turning off sound via ADB (for advanced)
If you are ready to use a computer, you can turn off the sound of the recording through ADB-This method works on most Xiaomi devices, but requires a PC connection and basic knowledge.
What you need:
- 🖥️ Computer with Windows/Linux/macOS.
- 🔌 USB-cable (preferably original).li>
- 📥 Installed Xiaomi and ADB-tools drivers.
- 🔧 Included Debugging by USB on the phone (in the settings of the developer).
Step-by-step:
- Connect your phone to your PC and open the Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (macOS/Linux).
- Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
- Use the command to turn off the recording sound: adb shell settings put global call_recording_tone_enabled 0
- Reboot your phone: adb reboot
On some firmware (e.g. MIUI 14 for Redmi Note 12), this command fails because of the protected system partition, in which case only getting root rights or changing the firmware region will help.
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ADB-commands are the most versatile way, but it is reset after updating MIUI. To prevent the sound from returning, repeat the procedure after each update.
Method 5: Edit system files (root only)
It's an extreme method that requires root rights and can disrupt your phone, and only use it if other methods have failed.
What needs to be done:
- Get root on your Xiaomi (for example, through Magisk).
- Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or Mixplorer).
- Go to /system/media/audio/ui/ or /system/product/media/audio/ui/
- Find the CallRecordingStart.ogg file (or similar) and rename it to CallRecordingStart.ogg.bak.
- Reboot the phone.
⚠️ Note: Deleting or editing system files may result in: 🔄 Loading the phone on the boot (bootloop). 🔊 Losing all notification sounds. 📱 Camera or microphone malfunction.Before making changes, back up the partition. /system through TWRP.
An alternative option for experienced users is to edit the build.prop file:
- Open /system/build.prop in the root-rights text editor.
- Add a line: ro.call.recording.tone.enabled=false
- Save the file and restart it.
Frequent problems and solutions
Even after you turn off the sound, you may encounter difficulties, and here are the most common ones and ways to fix them:
| Problem. | Possible cause | Decision |
|---|---|---|
| The sound is gone, but the recording is not being kept. | Conflict with the recorder application or reset settings | Check the permissions for the Phone app and reinstall it |
| After the MIUI update, the sound returned. | Resetting user settings when updating | Repeat the shutdown via ADB or settings |
| The sound is off, but the interlocutor still hears it. | Hardware firmware (on some models, sound is played at the modem level) | Use a third-party application to record |
| The sound on the headphones is still there. | Separate settings for Bluetooth devices | Turn off the headphones before recording or use wired ones |
If none of the methods worked, check:
- 📱 Phone model: On some devices (Xiaomi 13 Ultra, Redmi) K60 Pro) sound is recorded in the firmware and is not deactivated by software.
- 🌐 Firmware region: On European and Indian versions MIUI Try changing the region to China (but it can disrupt the work). 4G/LTE).
- 🔄 Updates: B MIUI 14.0.5+ Xiaomi has blocked the sound from being turned off at the core level.The only way out is to roll back to the old version.