How to remove the words “Record started” in conversations on Xiaomi: all ways (including hidden)

You heard a nasty "Talk Recorded Started" on a Xiaomi call and want to get rid of that audible notification? This phrase is automatically played when you turn on the recording of the conversation -- both built-in MIUI and third-party apps. The problem is that the alert is heard by both parties, which can confuse the interlocutor or reveal your intentions to record the conversation.

In this article, we'll look at all the ways you can turn off this sound, from standard MIUI settings to editing system files via ADB. Importantly, some methods require root rights or work with engineering menus, so approach them consciously. Let's start with the simplest solutions and gradually move on to advanced ones.

Why is Xiaomi warning about recording a conversation?

The “Recording Begins” audible alert is a legal measure mandatory in most countries (including Russia, the EU and the US) and requires all participants to be notified of the recording, and Xiaomi embeds this warning at the MIUI firmware level to avoid legal action.

But there are nuances:

• 📱 Standard application "Dictophone" in MIUI always gives an audible alert – it can not be turned off through settings.
• 🔧 Third-party applications (such as Cube Call Recorder or ACR) This restriction may be circumvented but requires additional permissions.
• ⚖️ In some regions (for example, in India or China) the laws are stricter – there it is almost impossible to turn off the alert without root rights.

If you use the recording of conversations for personal purposes (such as recording important agreements) rather than for covert listening, alternative methods may be tried, but remember that disabling the alert may violate local law.

Method 1: Disabling the recording in the standard MIUI application

If you use a built-in Xiaomi voice recorder (Record or Dictator App), the "Record Begin" sound cannot be removed without root rights, but you can completely disable the recording function of conversations to prevent the alert from working:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Press three points (⋮) top-right → Select Settings.
3. Go to the Record of Conversations section.
4. Turn off the Automatic Recording slider (if it is active).
5. Remove all automatic recording rules (for example, for unknown numbers).

And then the built-in recording function will stop activating, and the audible alert will disappear, but this method is not suitable if you want to record conversations, you have to use third-party solutions.

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In some versions MIUI Section 14, "Talk Recording," is hidden. To find it, search by settings (⚙️ → Search) “record” request».

Method 2: Using third-party applications to record

Third-party call recording apps (such as Cube Call Recorder ACR, Call Recorder or Boldbeast) can bypass Xiaomi’s built-in alert, but they do require:

• 📲 Sound recording permission (in Android settings).
• 🔊 Disabling the built-in record in MIUI (see method 1).
• 🛠️ Customization of the sound source (in some applications you need to select the sound source) VOICE_CALL or MIC).

Example of settings for Cube Call Recorder ACR:

1. Install the app from Google Play.
2. Open it and go to Settings → Record source.
3. Select Voice Call (1) or Microphone + VOIP (for MIUI 13/14).
4. Enable the option to ignore the built-in record (if any).
5. Provide all permissions requested (including Special Access in Android settings).

⚠️ Attention: On Xiaomi with MIUI 12 and later, some applications may not work due to Google's restrictions on recording calls, in which case only rooting or firmware with modified calls will help. MIUI.

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Method 3: Edit system files via ADB (without root)

If you don't have root permissions, but you have access to ADB (Android Debug Bridge), you can try turning off the alert sound through system settings. This method works on MIUI 12-14, but requires care - the wrong commands can disrupt the phone.

Instructions:

1. Enable USB debugging in the developer settings (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version → 7 times press to unlock the developer menu).
2. Connect your phone to your PC and open Command Prompt (or Terminal on Mac/Linux).
3. Enter the command to check the connection: Adb devices must appear serial number of your device.
4. Execute the command to turn off the alarm sound: adb shell settings put global call_recording_notification_enabled 0
5. Reboot the phone.

If the command doesn’t work, try an alternative (for some Redmi models):

adb shell settings put system call_recording_tone_enabled 0

⚠️ Note: Some Xiaomi firmware may reset these commands after the update MIUI. They don't work on it either. POCO F5 Xiaomi 13 with the latest firmware versions (root rights required).

Method 4: Delete the sound file through root (advanced)

If you have root rights, you can delete or replace the audible alert file itself, which is located in the system section and is usually called:

• /system/media/audio/ui/CallRecordingStart.ogg
• /system/media/audio/notifications/CallRecordStart.mp3
• /system/product/media/audio/ui/call_record_start.wav

Instructions:

1. Install a file manager with root support (such as Root Explorer or FX File Explorer).
2. Take one of the paths above (the exact path depends on the model and version of MIUI).
3. Find a file with the word record or call_start titled.
4. Rename it (e.g. add.bak at the end) or replace it with an empty audio file (can be created in any audio editor).
5. Reboot the phone.

If you want to completely disable the alert, not just the sound, look for files with the names:

• CallRecordingStop.ogg (Notification of the End of Recording)
• CallRecordStop.mp3

⚠️ Note: Deleting or changing system files may cause firmware to fail.Before you start, make a backup through TWRP Mi Flash Tool on some models (Xiaomi) 12T, POCO X5 Pro) system partition is protected and editing requires disabling dm-verity.

Method 5: Modified MIUI firmware (for experienced)

If none of these methods worked, the last resort is to install custom firmware with the alert turned off.

• 📱 Xiaomi.eu – modified MIUI without Chinese restrictions (notification can be disabled in settings).
• 🔧 LineageOS or Pixel Experience – based firmware AOSP, where the call recording is configured flexibly.
• ⚙️ Custom ROM with the CallRecorderPatch patch - special builds for records without alerts.

Firmware process:

1. Unlock Bootloader via Mi Unlock Tool (requires waiting 7-15 days for new Xiaomi accounts).
2. Install TWRP Recovery for your model.
3. Download the firmware (e.g. Xiaomi.eu) from the official website.
4. Sweat through TWRP, having previously made a backup.
5. After installation, find the Call Record section in the settings and turn off the alerts.

⚠️ Warning: Custom firmware voids warranty and can lead to a device blink if the wrong version is selected. 11/12/13 The process is complicated - additional formatting of the userdata partition is required.

Legal consequences of disabling the alert

Before you remove the sound “Recording started”, consider the legal risks:

• 📜 In Russia (Article 138 of the Criminal Code), recording a conversation without the consent of the interlocutor is allowed only if you are a participant in the conversation.
• 🌍 In the EU (GDPR) and U.S. (state) requirements are stricter – in most cases, the oral consent of all participants is required.
• 📵 If the person you are talking to is unaware of the recording and you use it against them (for example, to blackmail or distribute), this may qualify as a privacy violation.

Recommendations:

• 🗣️ Always alert the person to the recording (even if the alert is disabled).
• 📝 Use the recording only for personal purposes (for example, recording verbal agreements).
• 🚫 Do not distribute records without the consent of participants.

If you need the recording for official purposes (for example, an interview or a business conversation), it is better to use an external voice recorder or ask the interlocutor to confirm the consent in text form (for example, in the messenger).

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Disabling a call record alert may violate the laws of your country, and even if technically possible, the legal consequences could be greater than the inconvenience of an audio signal.

FAQ: Frequent questions about disabling “Recording started” on Xiaomi