Smartphone users Xiaomi often encounter intrusive system behavior when pop-ups suddenly appear on the screen. The situation when advertising constantly pops up on Android especially irritates the owners of the model Redmi 10 Proas this device is positioned as a balanced middle-class gadget. Most often, the source of the problem is built-in MIUI services or accidentally installed malicious applications masquerading as useful utilities.
Solving this problem requires an integrated approach, since there is no single “turn everything off” button in the system. You will have to go through several settings sections, disable the system advertising service and check the installed software. In some cases, deeper intervention in the operation of the operating system may be required to completely eliminate annoying banners.
Below we will analyze in detail all the possible causes of pop-up windows and provide working methods for blocking them. Follow the instructions carefully so as not to disable important system functions along with advertising junk.
Diagnostics of the source of pop-up advertising
The first step before any action is to accurately determine the culprit. Advertisements on Redmi 10 Pro can come from either a system component MSA (MIUI System Ads)or from a third-party application that you may have recently installed. If banners appear on top of other apps or on the desktop, this is a sure sign of malware activity.
Pay attention to the moment the advertisement appears. If it pops up immediately after unlocking the screen or when opening specific applications (calculator, explorer, weather), then the problem lies in the interface settings MIUI. If windows fly out chaotically, even when the phone is idle, most likely there is an adware lurking in the system. advar (advertising virus).
For a quick check, try using the function of viewing running applications. When an advertisement appears, do not close it immediately, but press the menu button (square or swipe from below and hold). In the list of open apps you will see the icon of the application that initiated the display of the banner. Remember the name or take a screenshot to then remove this software.
⚠️ Attention: Some viruses disguise themselves as system processes with names like “System Service”, “Update Helper” or “Wi-Fi Tool”. If you see an application without an icon or with a suspicious name that you did not install, this is almost certainly the source of the problem.
Disable MIUI system advertising through settings
The company Xiaomi has introduced the ability to disable personalized advertising, but this option is hidden deep in the menu. To reduce the number of pop-up suggestions, you need to disable recommendation services in each system application separately. This will not remove advertising 100%, but it will significantly reduce its frequency.
Start with the Security application. Open it, click on the gear in the upper right corner and find the item Get recommendations. Set the switch to inactive. Similar steps must be repeated for the application Explorerby going to its settings through the "About" menu or the gear.
Next, go to the theme settings. Open the application Themes, click on the profile icon and select Settings. Find the item Show advertising and disable it. It is also worth going to the “Music” and “Video” application, where the settings also contain items about receiving recommendations and showing promotional materials.
After disabling advertising in each application, restart your smartphone to make changes took effect correctly.
Don't forget to check the settings of the desktop itself. A long press on an empty area of the screen will bring up a menu where you need to select Settings. This section may also contain an option Wallpaper carouselwhich is often the source of promotional slides on the lock screen. It is better to disable it if you do not use this function consciously.
Removing the MSA service and disabling personal recommendations
The most effective method of combating system spam is to disable the service MSA. This component is responsible for collecting user data and displaying targeted advertising throughout the entire shell MIUI. On Redmi 10 Pro the shutdown procedure has its own characteristics due to system protection.
Go to Settings smartphone, then scroll down to the Passwords and securitysection. Select item Access to personal data. Find the service in the list msa and disable the switch next to it. The system will warn you that some functions may stop working and will ask you to wait 10 seconds before confirming.
After the timer has counted down, press Revoke. It is important to know that it is often not possible to revoke consent the first time - the system may display the error “Failed to revoke.” In this case, simply repeat the procedure 2-3 more times in a row until a message about successful revocation appears.
☑️ Checking MSA disabling
In parallel, it is recommended to disable ad personalization. To do this, go to Settings → Passwords and security → Privacy → Advertising services. Activate the option Disable ad personalization. This will not remove banners completely, but will make them less relevant and intrusive.
⚠️ Attention: The menu interface may vary slightly depending on the firmware version MIUI 12, 13 or 14. If you do not find the item "Access to personal data", look for a similar section in the application settings or through a search in the settings.
Search and remove malicious applications-viruses
If disabling system services did not help and advertising continues to pop up, it means that your Redmi 10 Pro a third-party malicious application has taken up residence. Such apps are often installed along with free games, flashlights, QR code scanners, or memory “optimizers” from unreliable sources.
Carefully study the list of all installed apps. Go to Settings → Applications → All applications. Look for apps without a name, with a blank icon, or those that were recently installed before the problem began. Utilities with names like "Clean Master", "Battery Saver" or "Flashlight" should be especially suspicious if you did not install them specifically.
Removing such an application in the standard way can be blocked. If the button Uninstall is inactive, it means that the virus has been granted device administrator rights. To fix this, go to Settings → Passwords and security → Privacy → Special access → Device administrator applications. Uncheck the suspicious app, then return to the applications menu and uninstall it.
What to do if the virus is not removed?
If standard removal does not help, try booting the phone in safe mode. To do this, hold down the power button, and when the reboot menu appears, hold your finger on the “Turn off” item for a long time until you are prompted to switch to safe mode. In this mode, only system applications work, which will allow you to safely remove the virus.
For additional scanning, it is recommended to use anti-virus scanners, such as Dr.Web Light or Kaspersky Internet Security. Run a full system scan. Even if the built-in scanner Xiaomi did not find anything, third-party utilities can detect hidden miners or Trojans that generate advertising traffic.
Ad blocking via DNS and third-party blockers
If manual cleaning seems too difficult or does not give complete results, you can use the level blocking method network connection. Setting Private DNS (Private DNS) allows you to redirect advertising requests to nowhere, preventing banners from loading in applications and browsers.
Open Settings your Redmi 10 Pro, then go to the section Connection and sharing. Find the item Private DNS (may be called "Personal DNS"). Select mode DNS provider hostname and enter the address in the field: dns.adguard.com. Save the settings.
This method is one of the most effective because it works globally for the entire device. You don't need to install additional applications, which themselves may contain advertising. However, it is worth remembering that in rare cases, such blocking may lead to the inoperability of some legal advertising services inside the applications that you use.
| Blocking method | Efficiency | Complexity of setup | Impact on the system |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disable MSA | High | Medium | Minimum |
| Setting up Private DNS | Very High | Low | None |
| Virus removal | Critical | High | Requires time |
| Disable in applications | Medium | Low | Minimum |
Using DNS filtering (dns.adguard.com) is the fastest way to remove ads in all applications at once without digging deep into settings.
Resetting settings and extreme measures
In situations where advertising on Android has become unbearable, and the source cannot be found, a radical but effective method remains - a complete data reset. This will return the smartphone Redmi 10 Pro to its factory state, deleting all installed applications, settings and, unfortunately, your personal files.
Before starting the procedure, be sure to back up your important data: contacts, photos and documents. You can use the cloud service Google Drive or the built-in backup function Xiaomi Cloud. Make sure you remember the password for your Mi account and Google account, since after resetting the phone will require them to confirm ownership (FRP protection).
To perform a reset, go in Settings → About phone → Reset settings. Select item Delete all data. The phone will restart and begin the cleaning process, which may take a few minutes. After turning on, you will receive a clean system without traces of viruses and adware.
⚠️ Attention: Reset settings does not remove viruses if they have penetrated the system memory partition (root viruses), but for 99% of users this measure completely solves the problem of advertising spam.
Preventing the appearance of advertising in the future
So that the problem “advertising constantly pops up” does not return to yours Redmi 10 Pro, digital hygiene must be observed. Avoid installing applications from unknown sources. Download apps only from the official store Google Playwhere the Play Protect moderation and protection system operates.
Be careful when installing new utilities. Carefully read the permissions that the application requests. If a simple flashlight asks for access to your contacts, microphone and location, this is a clear sign of fraudulent software. Cancel the installation of such apps immediately.
Update your operating system regularly MIUI. In new firmware versions, the company Xiaomi often closes vulnerabilities through which viruses penetrate the phone, and also provides more flexible tools for privacy control. Go to Settings → About phone and check for updates at least once a month.
Install a browser with a built-in ad blocker, such as Brave or Firefox with the uBlock Origin add-on, to avoid pop-up ads windows when surfing the Internet.
Why do advertisements appear even after deleting the application?
This happens because many free applications leave behind a cache or task scheduler, which continues to launch advertising modules. It is also possible that you have several similar apps installed and you only uninstalled one of them. It is recommended to check the list of all applications and clear the cache through the "Security" menu.
Is it safe to disable the MSA service on Redmi 10 Pro?
Yes, disabling the service MSA is completely safe for the operation of the smartphone. This is a system component responsible solely for displaying advertising. Disabling it will not affect the operation of calls, the Internet, the camera or other basic functions of the phone.
What to do if the "Delete" button is inactive for an application?
This means that the application has received administrator rights. You need to go to the security settings, find the "Device Administrator Applications" section, uncheck the desired app and only then return to the applications menu to remove it.
Will an antivirus help remove all advertising on Xiaomi?
An antivirus will help find and remove malicious apps-viruses, but it is powerless against legal system advertising from the company itself Xiaomi. To combat system banners, you need to manually disable the settings in the phone menu or use DNS filtering.
Can advertising be a sign of a phone being hacked?
In most cases, no. Pop-up advertising is a consequence of the installation of low-quality free software or a feature of the MIUI firmware. A full-fledged hack (hacker attack) is usually aimed at stealing data and tries to remain undetected rather than display bright banners.