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Bootloader Unlock Allowed - NO!!

I just check my ZL and it says Bootloader Unlock Allowed - NO
Does that mean I will never be able to unlock the bootloader and install custom ROMS? I have my phone rooted and its also SIM free if that matters. Would someone be kind enough to explain the consequences?
TIA

anirudh412 said:
I just check my ZL and it says Bootloader Unlock Allowed - NO
Does that mean I will never be able to unlock the bootloader and install custom ROMS? I have my phone rooted and its also SIM free if that matters. Would someone be kind enough to explain the consequences?
TIA
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Don't worry mate (if initially your "BL unlock allowed" was "yes")! I read it in the XZ rooting thread that if you root with a locked BL then you might have a bug resulting into BL unlock status to not allowed. Doomlord has also posted a fix for this, i think. Have a look at this thread. Hope it helps.

Dpk1 said:
Don't worry mate (if initially your "BL unlock allowed" was "yes")! I read it in the XZ rooting thread that if you root with a locked BL then you might have a bug resulting into BL unlock status to not allowed. Doomlord has also posted a fix for this, i think. Have a look at this thread. Hope it helps.
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The thing is, I didn't check if I was allowed to unlock my bootloader before I rooted it (banging my head against a wall as I type this). Any way to find out?
EDIT: Nevermind, I see that I have to flash it and if I had an unlockable BL, the status changes to yes, and if not, then nothing changes. However, how do I flash this seeing as how there is no CWM out yet?

AW: Bootloader Unlock Allowed - NO!!
There is CWM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=39157612
But just for unlocked bootloader...

CWM for locked bootloader would be coming... krabapple is working on it...

hi mates,
if unlocking BL, i will lose BE2 & WM right? sr if this noob question was answered before

AW: Bootloader Unlock Allowed - NO!!
Yes, you loose that functionality.
And please don't ask the same question in several threads. Ask once and have patience until someone replies.

I have Xperia Z LTE C6603 with
bootloader unlock allowed:No
I Can change this to --> bootloader unlock allowed:Yes ?
as I can change it ?
Thanks.

new to huawei devices and need help

hi guys i have mate 20x AL00 chinese 256gb last update 9.0.0.175
i dont have the oem unlock in developers options
i want to unlock my device and install kangvip rom
need someone help me step by step

Come on this info is out there easily found... AL00 Chinese version doesn't need oem unlock option in settings, unlocking bootloader just works!! Do a little searching for bootloader and kangvip in these threads, you will find the guide/steps to unlock this phone and install kangvip.

ben63vw said:
Come on this info is out there easily found... AL00 Chinese version doesn't need oem unlock option in settings, unlocking bootloader just works!! Do a little searching for bootloader and kangvip in these threads, you will find the guide/steps to unlock this phone and install kangvip.
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for unlock bootloader i want to be sure no need for oem unlock in settings
for how to install kangvip i read the thread about the rom in guide section but i still dont know how and im afraid i brick my device

MaZaGnGy said:
for unlock bootloader i want to be sure no need for oem unlock in settings
for how to install kangvip i read the thread about the rom in guide section but i still dont know how and im afraid i brick my device
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-20-x/development/guide-mate-20-x-root-t3883269 - rooting the device enjoy :good: good luck

[CLOSED]Force Unlocking Bootloader on Nokia 6.1

Hey,
I have been searching for an answer to this for quite a while, and I've found some information. Before you start bashing me in the comments, I do know that Nokia has disabled unlocking bootloaders on certain devices. My question is, is there 100% no (free) way of unlocking the bootloader on my phone, or just in general to get root. I am running Android 9, and I do have adb (of course).
Thank!

Also interested in this ... Don't want to let someone mess around with my phone .. used to do it myself

Short answer, no. By the looks of it there are currently no free tools, etc.
Long answer, yes but not accessible for us currently. There are ways to gain root access/unlock the bootloader on every device. Currently there are some unpatched exploits (that sometimes cannot even be fixed) in the Linux and Android system that are able to root devices, etc. The last few years showed that Baseband (proprietary Qualcomm code), the RAM (Rowhammer, Rampage) and other device features are attackable. Maybe KingoRoot or someone else might implement these exploits in the following years, and we get a free utility to root devices.

Bootloader unlock for Nokia phones!
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_xNyx_ said:
Hey,
I have been searching for an answer to this for quite a while, and I've found some information. Before you start bashing me in the comments, I do know that Nokia has disabled unlocking bootloaders on certain devices. My question is, is there 100% no (free) way of unlocking the bootloader on my phone, or just in general to get root. I am running Android 9, and I do have adb (of course).
Thank!
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Visit the link below
https://www.nokia.com/phones/en_int/bootloader/

I'm quite new to this rooting stuff, therefore a few stupid questions:
I read that with old security patches, before Aug 2018 (was that still Android Pie?) it was possible to unlock the bootloader. Isn't there some way to downgrade the security patch to a version allowing to unlock?
Is it at all required to unlock the bootloader in order to be able to install LineageOS as provided by this link?
many thanks!
EDIT: Can you recommend any working alternative way to unlock the bootloader?
Frozen_Duck said:
Short answer, no. By the looks of it there are currently no free tools, etc.
Long answer, yes but not accessible for us currently. There are ways to gain root access/unlock the bootloader on every device. Currently there are some unpatched exploits (that sometimes cannot even be fixed) in the Linux and Android system that are able to root devices, etc. The last few years showed that Baseband (proprietary Qualcomm code), the RAM (Rowhammer, Rampage) and other device features are attackable. Maybe KingoRoot or someone else might implement these exploits in the following years, and we get a free utility to root devices.
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belzebubi said:
I'm quite new to this rooting stuff, therefore a few stupid questions:
I read that with old security patches, before Aug 2018 (was that still Android Pie?) it was possible to unlock the bootloader. Isn't there some way to downgrade the security patch to a version allowing to unlock?
Is it at all required to unlock the bootloader in order to be able to install LineageOS as provided by this link?
many thanks!
EDIT: Can you recommend any working alternative way to unlock the bootloader?
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August 2018 would have been Oreo and YES currently you have to roll back to unlock bootloader. It's a PAID service to have this done. @singhnsk can aid you in doing this service. I as well as many others have used him to unlock our devices. You will have to use Team Viewer and let him remotely do his work.
Good luck!!

And actually, the main question is how to unlock? Bootloaderunlocker.apk dont work, it say me "google service error" help me please

OEM unlocked for Nokia 7.1 and for all nokia
Hi guys I am new here also searching for unlocking the bootloader for Nokia I read this method somewhere tried my self with some tweaks it worked
1. Open the developer option and turn it off.
2. Again turn it on but skip the on screen option for ok and cancle again turn the developer option off.
3.now trim developer option again click ok and as soon as you do it click on oem unlocking it will show a message to reboot the mob do it.
4. After rebooting you will see the oem unlock is still off just step 1,2and 3 vola bootloader is unlocked now
Comment if it works
Thanx

Sourabh22kori said:
OEM unlocked for Nokia 7.1 and for all nokia
Hi guys I am new here also searching for unlocking the bootloader for Nokia I read this method somewhere tried my self with some tweaks it worked
1. Open the developer option and turn it off.
2. Again turn it on but skip the on screen option for ok and cancle again turn the developer option off.
3.now trim developer option again click ok and as soon as you do it click on oem unlocking it will show a message to reboot the mob do it.
4. After rebooting you will see the oem unlock is still off just step 1,2and 3 vola bootloader is unlocked now
Comment if it works
Thanx
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You da Man! I had to try it a few times, but it worked.
Just to clarify point 3.
3. Now turn developer option on again click OK and as soon as you do you will be returned to previous menu. Immediately click "OEM unlocking", it will show a message and ask your password, (if set), and work.

Thread closed as a subject matter related thread already exists:
How to Unlock Bootloader & Root Nokia 6.1?
Hello Guys! anybody know how to unlock this phone TA-1089 and root? currently it's running on latest software update Android 9 ( January Patch) kindly help please.
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SM -G960W S9 snapdragon Bootloader

Hi I have an s9 I went to check RMM State n OEM State in download mode and there is no RMM State Prenormal or OEM Lock Yes . I'm coming here as I was about to straight flash twrp but am unsure my knowledge would tell me with them not being there those security locks are are not in place n the bootloader is naturally unlocked on on my phone I'm also going to note that it is a snapdragon I don't see that hiding the two states from the bootloader states

UNHOLYII said:
Hi I have an s9+ I went to check RMM State n OEM State in download mode and there is no RMM State Prenormal or OEM Lock Yes . I'm coming here as I was about to straight flash twrp but am unsure my knowledge would tell me with them not being there those security locks are are not in place n the bootloader is naturally unlocked on on my phone I'm also going to note that it is a snapdragon I don't see that hiding the two states from the bootloader states
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Do you have OEM unlock in the developer options? Also what model phone do you have (kinda important to mention the model when asking for help).
If you have the model SM-G965U or SM-G965U1 the answer to this has been well asked/answered/discussed on the forum. The bootloader on this model can not be unlocked. It can not be rooted (maybe in future, but don't expect it to be anytime soon. Samsung did a good job locking this one down). You can not flash any custom firmware or recoveries to the phone.
If you have the SM-G9650 it looks like you would need to enable OEM unlock and possibly use some app to unlock the bootloader. I am not 100% sure on the usage of another app as well as OEM unlock, but OEM unlock should be present at least.

I have the sm-g960w canadian and no oem unlock has not appeared yet but on that same note inside download mode there is also nothing for rmm state prenormal/normal or oem lock yes/no It only shows FRP Lock the the Nox guard

scottusa2008 said:
Do you have OEM unlock in the developer options? Also what model phone do you have (kinda important to mention the model when asking for help).
If you have the model SM-G965U or SM-G965U1 the answer to this has been well asked/answered/discussed on the forum. The bootloader on this model can not be unlocked. It can not be rooted (maybe in future, but don't expect it to be anytime soon. Samsung did a good job locking this one down). You can not flash any custom firmware or recoveries to the phone.
If you have the SM-G9650 it looks like you would need to enable OEM unlock and possibly use some app to unlock the bootloader. I am not 100% sure on the usage of another app as well as OEM unlock, but OEM unlock should be present at least.
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I have the sm-g960w canadian and no oem unlock has not appeared yet but on that same note inside download mode there is also nothing for rmm state prenormal/normal or oem lock yes/no It only shows FRP Lock the the Nox guard

UNHOLYII said:
I have the sm-g960w canadian and no oem unlock has not appeared yet but on that same note inside download mode there is also nothing for rmm state prenormal/normal or oem lock yes/no It only shows FRP Lock the the Nox guard
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Best thing I can suggest is you ask your question inside the forum for the Galaxy S9 model. There are active discussions on what it is your asking... including ones you have already participated in.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9

scottusa2008 said:
Best thing I can suggest is you ask your question inside the forum for the Galaxy S9 model. There are active discussions on what it is your asking... including ones you have already participated in.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9
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This is in the forums for the s9 q&a sub is there another you suggest dropping it under
At least I swore it was went my device q n a n this is ware it put me said s9 q&a

UNHOLYII said:
This is in the forums for the s9 q&a sub is there another you suggest dropping it under
At least I swore it was went my device q n a n this is ware it put me said s9 q&a
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No, there isn't another one but rather the one you should be using.
For some reason you posted this in the Galaxy S9+ Q&A instead of the Samsung Galaxy S9 Q&A

scottusa2008 said:
No, there isn't another one but rather the one you should be using.
For some reason you posted this in the Galaxy S9+ Q&A instead of the Samsung Galaxy S9 Q&A
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Yea try I see what happens for some reason my device in xda app wants to recognize my device as a 9+ over witch it actually is also had me confused thinking it was somehow a plus but my question could still be consider here as they are in ways the same device most devices when u boot into download will show rmm state n oem lock all videos I've watched on s9 n s9+ show these to index's in download mode but my device dosnt have these n I'm just trying to find out if that means my bootloader is naturally unlocked

UNHOLYII said:
Yea try I see what happens for some reason my device in xda app wants to recognize my device as a 9+ over witch it actually is also had me confused thinking it was somehow a plus but my question could still be consider here as they are in ways the same device most devices when u boot into download will show rmm state n oem lock all videos I've watched on s9 n s9+ show these to index's in download mode but my device dosnt have these n I'm just trying to find out if that means my bootloader is naturally unlocked
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Despite what the app does the forum rules don't exactly permit you to post where ever you feel like for any reason. Accidents happen, but trying to rationalize posting in the wrong forum is not a good thing. You have a Galaxy S9 and should be posting in that topic.
That being said all the info you need can (rather easily in fact, took longer cuz I'm on my phone doing this and making lunch) be found searching the forum. For the model you have I found multiple references to the phone not being rootable. I also found a post saying in the galaxy S9 forum the bootloader was locked, and another post saying TWRP does not support your model.
If you want to hash it out further I suggest you ask in the correct forum for your actual phone model.

scottusa2008 said:
Despite what the app does the forum rules don't exactly permit you to post where ever you feel like for any reason. Accidents happen, but trying to rationalize posting in the wrong forum is not a good thing. You have a Galaxy S9 and should be posting in that topic.
That being said all the info you need can (rather easily in fact, took longer cuz I'm on my phone doing this and making lunch) be found searching the forum. For the model you have I found multiple references to the phone not being rootable. I also found a post saying in the galaxy S9 forum the bootloader was locked, and another post saying TWRP does not support your model.
If you want to hash it out further I suggest you ask in the correct forum for your actual phone model.
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Ty I have repost in correct subs n have made contact with someone who we have both determined it has an unlocked bootloader
If a mod see this please close this post as I don't know how from the app

Question unlock bootloader? SM-S901U1

Hello is there any way to unlock bootloader on U1 ? theres no oem unlock in options ( changing date doesnt work )
phone is from us ( XAA ) version.
any tool ? any guide ?

No US models can have the bootloader unlocked as of now, i think. Since the S7 it's been nearly impossible for U.S. models to unlock, the S8 was unlocked only since an engineer leaked some data.
So if you want to root your SOL, might need to get an international unlocked version.

S22 s901u snapdragon USA search for oem in settings and this shows up as a setting in developer options. Is there a way to enable or unhide this setting? Because my phone thinks that it is there or something...

Here

0O00O0O00O said:
No US models can have the bootloader unlocked as of now, i think. Since the S7 it's been nearly impossible for U.S. models to unlock, the S8 was unlocked only since an engineer leaked some data.
So if you want to root your SOL, might need to get an international unlocked version.
You are not entirely correct. We have unlocked bootloader on us devices. But his s22 I'm sure is to far updated to be able to do anything.
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Rocketman! said:
S22 s901u snapdragon USA search for oem in settings and this shows up as a setting in developer options. Is there a way to enable or unhide this setting? Because my phone thinks that it is there or something...
No
Oem unlock does not exist on us devices. And if you have even had it update one time it is not possible to do
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Oem unlocking must not be removed but hidden or disabled, because if it was removed it would not show up in search and then say it's under developer options. So you must be incorrect.

Rocketman! said:
Oem unlocking must not be removed but hidden or disabled, because if it was removed it would not show up in search and then say it's under developer options. So you must be incorrect.
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If you find a way please post as a lot of us would like to know how.