MIUI Disable Ads: Full Guide to Turn Them Off

Yes, you can disable most ads in MIUI (Xiaomi’s Android skin) through a combination of system settings, app-specific toggles, and the built-in security app. This guide walks you through every known method to reduce or eliminate ads from MIUI 12, 13, and 14, including system apps, the GetApps store, and the browser.

Where MIUI Ads Come From

Xiaomi generates revenue by showing ads in several pre-installed apps and system interfaces. The most common sources are:

• System apps like File Manager, Downloads, Security, and Themes
• GetApps (the app store) – shows banner ads and promoted app cards
• MIUI Browser – displays news feed ads and pop-ups
• Installation recommendations – when installing apps, MIUI suggests additional apps
• Lock screen – some regions show sponsored lock screen carousel images

Not every MIUI device shows all these ads; the number depends on your region, MIUI version, and whether you chose the “Global” or “China” ROM. The China ROM has significantly more ads, while the Global ROM has fewer but still includes several.

Master Switch: Turn Off Ad Recommendations

MIUI has a global toggle that disables personalized ad recommendations across most system apps. This is the first thing to try.

1. Open Settings.
2. Tap Passwords & security (or Privacy protection on older versions).
3. Select Authorization & revocation.
4. Find Get app recommendations and toggle it off.

This stops MIUI from using your app usage data to suggest ads, but it does not remove all ads. You still need to disable ads within individual apps.

Disable Ads in System Apps

Each Xiaomi system app has its own ad toggle. Here’s where to find them:

Security App

1. Open the Security app.
2. Tap the gear icon (⚙) in the top-right corner.
3. Scroll down to Receive recommendations and toggle it off.
4. Also turn off Cleaner and Battery recommendations if present.

File Manager

1. Open File Manager.
2. Tap the hamburger menu (☰) in the top-left.
3. Select Settings.
4. Toggle Recommendations off.

Downloads App

1. Open the Downloads app.
2. Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right.
3. Select Settings.
4. Toggle Show recommended content off.

Themes App

1. Open Themes.
2. Tap the profile icon (bottom-right).
3. Select Settings.
4. Toggle Show ads off.

Remove Ads from GetApps and Browser

GetApps and the MIUI Browser are the two most aggressive ad sources. Here’s how to handle them:

GetApps

1. Open GetApps.
2. Tap the profile icon (bottom-right).
3. Select Settings.
4. Toggle Show ads off.
5. Also toggle App recommendations off.

If you rarely use GetApps, you can uninstall it via ADB (Android Debug Bridge) – see the next section.

MIUI Browser

1. Open the Browser.
2. Tap the hamburger menu (☰) in the bottom-right.
3. Select Settings.
4. Scroll to Advanced and tap Content.
5. Toggle Receive recommendations off.

You can also switch to a third-party browser like Firefox or Brave, which have built-in ad blockers. If you want to keep the MIUI browser, install an ad-blocking DNS like dns.adguard.com (see FAQ).

Block Ads During App Installation

When you install an app from GetApps or the browser, MIUI sometimes shows a “Recommended” screen with other apps to install. To disable this:

1. Open Settings.
2. Go to Apps → Manage apps.
3. Tap the three-dot menu (⋮) in the top-right and select Settings.
4. Toggle Recommendations off.

This stops the post-installation ad screen.

Advanced: Remove Bloatware via ADB

If you want to completely remove ad-laden apps like GetApps, you can use ADB (Android Debug Bridge) on a computer. This is more advanced and requires USB debugging enabled.

1. Enable Developer options on your phone: go to Settings → About phone → tap MIUI version 7 times.
2. In Developer options, enable USB debugging.
3. Connect your phone to a computer and install ADB tools.
4. Run the command: adb shell pm uninstall --user 0 com.xiaomi.market (this removes GetApps).

Common packages to remove:

• com.xiaomi.market – GetApps
• com.miui.systemAdSolution – system ad service (use caution, may affect other features)
• com.miui.browser – MIUI browser (if you use another)

Removing system apps via ADB is reversible with adb shell cmd package install-existing . Be careful not to remove critical services like com.miui.securitycenter.

Why Ads Persist and Common Mistakes

Many users disable the obvious toggles but still see ads. Here’s why:

• Region lock: Ads are tied to your MIUI region. Setting your region to a country like the UK or Germany (in Settings → Additional settings → Region) often reduces ads, but may change available features.
• Not restarting: Some toggles only take effect after a reboot.
• System app updates: Updating system apps can re-enable ad toggles. After an update, re-check the settings.
• Lock screen ads: If you see ads on the lock screen, go to Settings → Lock screen → Lock screen carousel and turn it off.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does disabling ads void the warranty?

No, toggling ad settings in the UI does not void the warranty. However, removing system apps via ADB could be flagged by Xiaomi’s warranty check if you ever send the phone in, but in practice most repairs don’t check for that. If you’re concerned, only use the UI toggles.

Will these settings come back after a MIUI update?

Sometimes. MIUI updates can reset app preferences, especially after major version upgrades. It’s a good idea to re-check the toggles after each update. You can also use a script or app like Universal Android Debloater to automate the removal, but that’s more advanced.

Can I use a DNS or ad blocker to stop MIUI ads?

Yes. Setting a private DNS (in Settings → Wi-Fi → Private DNS) to dns.adguard.com blocks many ad servers system-wide, including those inside MIUI apps. This works without root, but may slow down some connections and can block legitimate content.

Why do I still see ads in apps like Security after disabling them?

Some ads come from the com.miui.systemAdSolution service, which is not directly toggleable. The UI toggles only disable personalized recommendations, not all ads. To block these, you need to use ADB to remove or disable that service, or use a system-wide ad blocker.

Is it safe to use the “China ROM” debloating tools?

Third-party debloating tools that automate ADB commands are generally safe if you only remove known ad packages, but they can remove a needed component if you’re not careful. Always back up your data first and only remove packages that are clearly ad-related (like com.xiaomi.market).

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