Unlocking bootloader on a OnePlus device

Warning

Unlocking the bootloader will wipe all user data. Proceed with caution and make backup of all important files.

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📋 Prerequisites

👉 Tools: Download latest platform-tools.

👉 Drivers: Windows users should ensure the device is recognized in Device Manager without errors.

👉 Make sure to remove PIN/password and logout if all google accounts.

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🏁 Let's start

1. Enable Developer Options (Settings > About Phone > Tap 'Build Number' 7 times).
2. Enable OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging in Developer Options.
3. Connect the device to your PC and run:

   adb reboot bootloader

4. Once in fastboot mode, verify connection:

   fastboot devices

5. Unlock the bootloader:

   fastboot flashing unlock

6. Follow the on-screen prompts on the device to confirm the unlock. The device will factory reset and reboot.

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