How to easily remove ads on Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phones

Ads on Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO phones can be annoying., appearing in system applications, in the carousel of the lock screen or in the form of notifications. Fortunately, you can disable them by following a few simple steps. In this guide, we'll show you how to completely remove ads in MIUI and HyperOS.

Xiaomi uses advertising as part of its business model to offer devices to competitive prices. However, this doesn't mean you have to accept all ads. Below, we'll explain how to disable ads in different sections of your phone. If you'd like additional information on other methods to remove ads, you can check out our guide on how to disable them. How to remove adware from your Android phone.

Disable MSA app ads

MSA (MIUI System Ads) is the app responsible for displaying most of the ads in MIUI and HyperOS. Although it cannot be uninstalled, it is possible to revoke its authorization to avoid advertising.

• Accede to Settings > Passwords and security > Authorization and revocation.
• Look for the “MSA” option and disable it.
• A message will appear warning you of possible errors. Wait 10 seconds and press "Revoke."

In some cases, it may be necessary to repeat the process several times until the authorization is successfully revoked. If you're interested in other tips on how to remove unwanted software, check out our article on How to remove Taboola ads on Windows.

Remove ads from the wallpaper carousel

The wallpaper carousel is one of Xiaomi's tools that displays ads on the lock screen. To disable it:

• Accede to Settings > Lock screen.
• Press on «Wallpaper Carousel».
• Turn off the option to prevent further ads from being displayed.

If you are interested in learning more about how to manage advertising on different devices, you might discover useful information about How to disable McAfee on your Android phone.

Disable advertising in system applications

Some apps of the system as the File Browser, security analyzer or music player include ads. You can easily remove them.

Ads in File Explorer

• Open the File Explorer app.
• Press on Settings (gear icon).
• Turn off “Receive Recommendations.”

Ads in the Music app

• Open the Music app.
• Accede to Settings > Advanced Settings.
• Turn off “Receive recommendations.”

Ads in the security scanner

• Open the “Security” app.
• Click on the settings icon (gear).
• Turn off “Receive Recommendations.”

These steps are effective, but don't hesitate to try other uninstallation methods, such as removing unwanted software. We recommend reading How to uninstall MacKeeper from your Mac for more details on how to better manage your applications.

Remove ads in the launcher

The Xiaomi launcher also displays app suggestions that may be annoying. To disable them:

• Press and hold an empty space on the home screen.
• Sign in Launcher settings.
• Turn off “Show suggestions.”

Additionally, if you prefer not to receive personalized ads, there is an option to disable that setting. Go to Settings > Passwords & Security > Privacy to manage your advertising preferences.

Remove personalized advertising

If you prefer to keep ads but not personalize them based on your data, you can turn this option off.

• Go to Settings > Passwords & Security > Privacy.
• Scroll down to “Advertising Services.”
• Turn off “Personalized ad recommendations.”

These changes will prevent Xiaomi from using your personal information to display targeted ads. With these steps, you'll achieve a cleaner experience on your Xiaomi phone by eliminating most ads. While it's not possible to completely disable all ads, these methods will help you minimize their presence. If you need more information on how to manage advertising on devices, be sure to check out our guide on how to manage advertising on devices. The best way to hide tethering on Android.