How to turn off NFC sound on Xiaomi smartphones: all working ways

The sound signals when using NFC on Xiaomi smartphones can be annoying — especially if you often use contactless payments, subways or other services. By default, MIUI plays a short sound or vibration every time the module is triggered, but not all users know that this signal can be turned off. In some models (Redmi Note 10 Pro, POCO F4, Xiaomi 13), the setting is hidden deep in the menu, and in older versions of the firmware it is not in the interface at all.

In this article, we’ll look at all the current ways to turn off NFC audio, from standard settings to hidden commands via ADB. Also, we’ll find out why sometimes the signal returns after a MIUI update, and how to fix it. If you’re tired of the annoying “peak” when paying with your phone, read on.

⚠️ Note: On some models (Xiaomi) 12T, Redmi K50) switch off NFC Google Pay or Mi Pay may be affected. check your bank compatibility before making changes.

Why does Xiaomi add sound when using NFC?

The NFC sound alert is not just a whim of developers, it has a few practical features:

• 🔊 A short signal tells you that the payment or data transfer has been successful, and this is especially important in noisy places where you can't feel the vibration.
• 🛡️ The sound warns if the phone is accidentally approached by the terminal (e.g. in a bag or pocket).
• 📱 Standard Compatibility: Some banks (e.g. SberBank or Tinkoff) require audible confirmation for contactless transactions under the rules PCI DSS.

But for most users, that sound is becoming redundant — especially if you pay for it several times a day, and fortunately, MIUI 12 and later has the ability to turn it off, though not on all models.

💡 Interesting fact: On smartphones Samsung and Google Pixel sound NFC It turns off in contactless payment settings, but Xiaomi has hidden this option deeper. MIUI, where many options are managed through hidden menus.

Method 1: Turn off NFC sound through standard MIUI settings

The easiest method is to use the built-in settings. It works on most modern models (Xiaomi 13/14, Redmi Note 12, POCO X5) with MIUI 13/14 firmware.

1. Open the Settings app (cog icon).
2. Go to Connections and Sharing (or Wireless Networks on older versions).
3. Select NFC.
4. Slip on Additional Settings (or Advanced Features).
5. Find the Sound item when lifting (or Sound Alert) and turn off the slider.

If there is no such item, then your model does not support turning off the sound through the GUI, in which case you will have to use alternative methods (see the following sections).

Make sure you have a MIUI 12 or newer.

Check for the option “Additional Settings” in the NFC menu

Backup settings (Settings → About Phone → Backup)

Reboot your phone after the changes-->

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 12.5 for Redmi 9) switch off the sound NFC It resets after rebooting. To avoid this, use the method of ADB (described below).

Method 2: Using a Developer (ADB) to silence sound

If the settings do not have an option to turn off the sound, you can use the developer mode and the ADB team. This method works on all Xiaomi models, but requires a connection to a computer.

Here's what you're gonna need:

• 🖥️ Computer with installed Xiaomi drivers (you can download on the official website).
• 🔌 USB-Type C Cable (preferably original).
• 📥 Utility. ADB (download).

Step-by-step:

1. Turn on the developer mode on your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone. Tap 7 times on the MIUI version. Enter your password if necessary.

Settings → Additional → For Developers

• USB debugging
• Unlocking OEM (if any)
• Connect the phone to your computer and confirm the debugging permission.
• Open the command line (cmd) in the folder with ADB Enter: adb shell settings put global nfc_sound_enabled 0
• Reboot the phone.
• Rename the files by adding.bak at the end (e.g. Tap.ogg.bak).
• Reboot the phone.

⚠️ Attention: On some firmware (MIUI 14 for Xiaomi 13 Pro) system sounds are stored in format.mp3 Or.wav. If you don't find.ogg files, search by name (NFC or).

Xiaomi models that have NFC sound switched off in different ways

Not all Xiaomi smartphones allow you to turn off NFC sound the same way, in the table below we have collected features for popular models:

If your model is not in the spreadsheet, try universal methods (ADB or root), and it is also worth checking whether your banking service is blocking the sound - some applications (for example, SberBank Online) compulsorily turn on alerts for security.

Xiaomi 13/14 Series

Redmi Note 10/11/12

POCO F3/F4/F5

Xiaomi Mi 11/12

Another model-->

What if the NFC sound returned after the update?

Many users find that after the MIUI update, the NFC sound is turned on again, which is because the system resets some settings to default values. Here's how to fix this:

• 🔄 Repeat the shutdown through ADB. Teams remain relevant even after updates.
• 📱 Use automatic execution. Applications like Tasker or MacroDroid can run ADB-command.
• 🔕 Disable updates for the app NFC. Go to Settings. → Annexes → Application management → NFC and ban auto-updates.

If the problem recurs regularly, consider custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), where NFC sound is usually turned off via standard Android settings.

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The most reliable way is to use ADB-And you can automate the command through Tasker, and that's to ensure that the sound doesn't come back after the updates.

Alternative solutions: if nothing helps

If you can’t turn off the NFC sound, you can do some small tricks:

• 🔇 Turn off all system sounds. Go to Settings. → Sound and vibration → System sounds and turn them off. Minus: no alerts about charging, connecting devices, etc.
• 🎵 Replace the sound with a quiet file. You can replace Tap.ogg with an empty audio file through root).
• 📵 Use the "Do Not Disturb" mode. Add the app NFC Exceptionally, you turn off the rest of the sounds, and it doesn't completely remove the signal, but it makes it quieter.
• 🛠️ Install custom software. Firmware like Havoc-OS or ArrowOS allows you to flexibly customize sounds, including: NFC.

💡 Tip: If you use Google Pay a lot, check the settings of the app. Sometimes the sound is not controlled by the system, but by the banking service itself.

FAQ: Frequent questions about NFC sound on Xiaomi