No more ads on Xiaomi smartphones. A quick and effective guide
Xiaomi, Redmi and POCO smartphones can bombard users with ads both in apps and in the system itself. Pop-up banners in Files, Themes, Security or during app installation make the phone look like a bulletin board. The good news? You don’t have to tolerate this. MIUI and HyperOS include hidden switches that, when properly configured, completely eliminate intrusive content. This guide will show you the most effective method — fast, clear and without technical tricks.
| Where ads appear | Why it's worth removing them |
|---|---|
| Files | faster system performance |
| Themes | no intrusive banners |
| Security | cleaner interface |
| Downloads | faster system performance |
| Cleaner | no intrusive banners |
| Music / Video | cleaner interface |
Disabling MSA — the step you absolutely must start with
MSA, or MIUI System Ads, is the main source of all ads in the system. Disabling it produces an immediate effect. Go to Settings → Apps → Manage apps, search for MSA and disable permission to receive data. It may not work the first time — Xiaomi may “insist” that the service cannot be deactivated. Just try again, preferably with Internet access enabled, and the switch will give in. At this point the system loses access to the advertising module, which causes the amount of unwanted messages to drop almost instantly.
Ads in system apps? You disable them with one switch
Even after disabling MSA, some apps still display “recommendations”, which are hidden ads. So go through the most commonly used tools: Files, Downloads, Themes, Security, Cleaner, Music, Video. In each of them enter the settings and disable the switch related to “recommendations”, “suggestions” or “suggested content”. The whole process will take you no more than three minutes, but the effect is huge — the system stops showing graphics and notifications with sponsored content. This is one of the most important steps because it affects the apps you open every day.
Disabling personalization and analytics — the last source of hidden ads
MIUI and HyperOS also use an ad personalization system based on analyzing user behavior. To disable it, go to Settings → Privacy → Ad services and turn off permissions for personalization. It’s also worth opting out of “User experience improvement”, which prevents additional data collection. This not only eliminates ads but also lightens system load and increases privacy. Users confirm that the phone works faster after these changes because it no longer analyzes background activity.
How to maintain a clean system permanently — practical tips
After completing all the steps, your Xiaomi finally becomes calm, tidy and free from intrusive ads. To maintain this effect, remember a few rules: update the system to the latest version, avoid apps downloaded from outside the official store, and regularly check settings of new tools that may enable recommendations by default. It is also good practice to use alternative ad-free apps — e.g., other players or file managers. Combining these habits ensures that ads won't return and your smartphone will run fast and comfortably every day.
