Have you ever felt limited by the apps available in the Google Play Store and wanted to explore further?
In this article, I will talk about how to allow apps from unknown sources on your Xiaomi device.
Why Allow Apps from Unknown Sources on Xiaomi?
Sometimes the app you want to install isn’t available on the Play Store for various reasons. This is where unknown sources come into play:
- Wider Access: Enabling this option allows you to install apps from outside the Play Store.
- Freedom of choice: You have a wider selection of apps that are not restricted by Google’s policies.
However, there are security risks to consider, so it’s important to follow these steps carefully.
How to Enable/Disable Installation from Unknown Sources on Xiaomi MIUI 13 and 14
For example here I use Redmi 10 2022, which has MIUI 14 update. For those of you who use Redmi Note, Redmi, Poco other series, especially for MIUI 13 and MIUI 12 can adjust.
Here’s how to set an unknown source on xiaomi:
- Go to “Settings”
- Next select “Privacy protection”
- Select “Special permissions”
- Select the “Install unknown apps” menu
- Then select the apps to give permission to install from unknown sources
- After that select “Allow from this source” to enable unknown sources.
For example, you can choose the Google Chrome browser application. If you want to download and install APKs other than the Play Store.
How to Turn Off Xiaomi Unknown Sources?
You just have to select one of the apps, which you give permission to apps from unknown sources. After that slide the toggle from “”Allow from this source“” to disable it.
What is the “Unknown Sources” option?
The “Unknown Sources” option is a setting on Xiaomi devices that allows you to download and install apps from unknown sources, outside of the official app store i.e. Google Play Store.
Is it safe to enable “Unknown Sources”?
Enabling “Unknown Sources” has security risks, as you may download unverified apps. Make sure to only download from trusted sources.
Why do I get a warning when downloading from unknown sources?
The warning aims to remind you of the potential risks when downloading apps from unknown sources.
Make sure you understand those risks before proceeding.
While enabling unknown sources gives you flexibility in downloading apps, safety remains a top priority.
Make sure to only download apps from trusted sources to avoid the risk of malware and other security threats.
