Bootloader Unlock: Wall of Shame

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### Alternative Markdown Reference Link Example

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/CONTRIBUTING.md

Shows an alternative method for formatting Markdown reference links where the link text and the reference definition are the same.

```markdown
An [Example Link] in the middle.

*** <-
Bottom of the page.

[Example Link]:https:...
```

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### Markdown Reference Link Example

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/CONTRIBUTING.md

Demonstrates how to format Markdown reference links, including the link text and the reference definition at the bottom of the document.

```markdown
An [Example Link][example-link] in the middle.

*** <-
Bottom of the page.

[example-link]:https:...
```

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### Using MiUnlockTool for Bootloader Unlock

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/xiaomi/README.md

This snippet shows how to use offici5l's Python MiUnlockTool as an alternative to the official Windows Mi Unlock tool for bootloader unlocking after the bypass.

```python
At the very end, [offici5l][offici5l]'s Python [MiUnlockTool][py-MiUnlockTool] can be used instead of the official Windows only [Mi Unlock][MiUnlock].
```

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### Reboot to Bootloader using ADB

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/misc/generic-unlock.md

Use this ADB command to restart your phone directly into Fastboot mode. Ensure ADB is set up and your device is connected.

```sh
adb reboot bootloader
```

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### Unlock Nubia Devices (Snapdragon)

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/zte/README.md

Use this Fastboot command for Snapdragon-based nubia devices. Replace NUBIA_MODEL with your phone's specific model number.

```bash
fastboot oem nubia_unlock NUBIA_MODEL
```

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### Parsing Motorola Unlock Data

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/motorola/README.md

This snippet demonstrates how to parse the data obtained from a Motorola device using `fastboot oem get_unlock_data`. It breaks down the different components of the output, such as IMEI, serial number, and phone hash.

```text
1A23457698214365
5441383930304242443700585431303332000000
140A858731D55F3B5DF78F0F6BB9EAE32A2B8945
3D372B020F0000000000000000000000
```

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### Requesting Mi Unlock Status (MIUI)

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/xiaomi/README.md

This describes the traditional method for requesting bootloader unlock status on MIUI devices. It involves logging into a Xiaomi account, navigating to Developer Options, and initiating a request.

```text
Ensure a Xiaomi account was logged in on the device in the Settings app
Go to Developer Options > Mi Unlock Status and press the button to request your device to be unlocked in the Xiaomi servers
Then after 3 days you can use the [official Mi Unlock][MiUnlock] for Windows or [offici5l][offici5l]'s Python [MiUnlockTool][py-MiUnlockTool] which will check those servers to see if a request has been made for that specific device and allow you to unlock it.
```

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### Extracting Unlock Code from NVME Partition (Older Kirin)

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/huawei/README.md

For older Kirin devices running Android 5 or lower, this command can extract a 16-character bootloader unlock code from the WVLOCK section of the nvme partition. Requires a root shell.

```bash
su -c "grep -m1 -aoE 'WVLOCK.{14}[0-9]{16}' /dev/block/mmcblk0p7 | grep -aoE '[0-9]{16}'"
```

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### Requesting Bootloader Unlock (HyperOS)

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/xiaomi/README.md

This outlines the modified process for requesting bootloader unlock on HyperOS devices. It requires an additional separate request within the Xiaomi Community App before the main request in Developer Options.

```text
you can only make the request for unlocking the device inside Developer Options, ONLY AFTER you have made another SEPARATE successful request inside the Xiaomi Community App, which will then allow you to make the ACTUAL first request you wanted inside the Developer Settings (![yo dawg…][yo-dawg-meme])
```

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### Update Markdown Link Syntax

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md

This patch demonstrates how to update Markdown syntax for links, specifically changing the placement of descriptive text within the link.

```patch
- ...and [Unisoc requires a bunch of extra steps to unlock for whatever reason][Unisoc Unlock]...
+ ...and Unisoc requires a bunch of [extra steps to unlock][Unisoc Unlock] for whatever reason...

```

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### Xiaomi 8E Bootloader Bypass Commands

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/xiaomi/README.md

These commands are part of a vulnerability exploit for Xiaomi 8E and devices with security patches before February 2026 to gain root access and potentially bypass bootloader restrictions. Use with extreme caution.

```bash
fastboot oem set-gpu-preemption-value 0 androidboot.selinux=permissive
```

```bash
fastboot continue
```

```bash
adb shell service call miui.mqsas.IMQSNative 21 i32 1 s16 "toybox" i32 1 s16 'nc -s 127.0.0.1 -p 1234 -L sh -l' s16 '/data/mqsas/log.txt' i32 60
```

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### Unlock Bootloader (Older Devices)

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/misc/generic-unlock.md

This command was used on older Android devices to unlock the bootloader. Verify your device's compatibility before use.

```sh
fastboot oem unlock
```

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### Check Bootloader Unlock Status on Sony Xperia

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/sony/README.md

Use this dialer code to access the service menu and check if your Sony Xperia device allows bootloader unlocking. This is a crucial first step before proceeding with any unlocking attempts.

```text
*#*#7378423#*#*
```

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### Unlock Newer ZTE Devices

Source: https://github.com/zenfyrdev/bootloader-unlock-wall-of-shame/blob/main/brands/zte/README.md

This standard Fastboot command can be used for newer ZTE devices, but may cause the fingerprint sensor to malfunction.

```bash
fastboot flashing unlock
```
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