Unlocking the bootloader and rooting your Galaxy Nexus is really only half the battle. There may come a time when you need need to lock everything back up, including that bootloader. Thanks to the ...

The bootloader has to be unlocked first to flash or root your device. Hereâ s how you can check if the bootloader on your phone is locked or not.

Steps to Unlock Redmi Note 7 Pro Bootloader Enable Developer Mode by heading to the Settings > About phone and Tap the MIUI version 7 times to enable developer mode.

Even that inconvenience wouldn't be completely out of the ordinary, but high-ranking members of the MIUI user forum are receiving special treatment with fast-track bootloader unlock applications.

Xiaomi Mi 9 also comes with a locked bootloader and users have to unlock it, before modifying the system with new MODs. Unlocking the bootloader is a part of the rooting process.

Xiaomi is locking down its bootloader with a new firmware update and offending everyone with lengthy delays, a convoluted process and inconsistent treatment of its users.

For those using custom ROMs, kernels, or just enjoy the freedom of an unlocked bootloader you can use solutions including Magisk to hide your unlocked bootloader from the prying eyes of SafetyNet.

Xiaomi announced that it is locking the bootloader of some Mi devices, explaining that the move aims to protect the safety of user data. Initially, the affected devices include the Redmi Note 3 ...