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Unlock Bootloader on Pixel 4A – Step By Step GUIDE!

In this article, I will demonstrate how to unlock the bootloader on the Pixel 4A smartphone. So, the company launched this smartphone and we are going to demonstrate this tutorial guide. Now, let us directly jump to step by step guide on how to unlock the bootloader.


About Pixel 4A

Here are some of the key features and specifications of the newly launched Pixel 4A smartphone.

  • Firstly, it has a 5.81 inches display with a resolution of 1080 by 2340 pixels.
  • And Pixel 4A also comes with Android 10
  • And under the hood, the phone has a Snapdragon730 chipset.
  • The Phone also comes with 6GB Ram and 128GB Storage. 
  • Furthermore, the camera sensor is – 12 MP  rear camera and 8 MP front shooter.
  • Finally, the battery on the phone is a non-removable 3140 mAh.

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What is Unlock Bootloader? Unlocking bootloader on Pixel 4A?

Unlocking Bootloader on the Pixel 4A smartphone means accessing the way for installing custom recoveries such as TWRP recovery. Also, rooting your device and installing custom ROMS. Many manufacturers provide smartphones with a locked bootloader and as a result, one needs to unlock it before proceeding.  So, Unlocking the bootloader is the first step before one can further customize their smartphone.

Pro’s or Advantages of Unlocking Bootloader on Pixel 4A?

Here are some benefits of unlocking the bootloader on the Pixel 4A:

  • Firstly, one can root the smartphone after unlocking the bootloader.
  • And you can install TWRP or CWM Recovery on the phone.
  • Also, you will be able to install various custom Roms on the phone.
  • Finally, if you unlock the bootloader on your Pixel 4A smartphone, the warranty will be void.

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What can go wrong while unlocking the bootloader on Pixel 4A?

The most common question would be, is it safe to unlock bootloader on the Pixel 4A? Below are the consequences of unlocking the bootloader.

  1. Pixel 4A android phone could wipe itself while unlocking the bootloader, so you might loose your data and important files.
  2. Secondly, it compromises your security of the smartphone. A thief can have access to your phone bypassing your pin or password.
  3. And most importantly, if anything goes wrong, the Pixel 4A smartphone will no longer be able to boot and making your purchase almost useless.

Let’s unlock the bootloader on the Pixel 4A

Unlock Bootloader Pixel 4A

  • First of all, charge the phone fully.
  • Next, enable USB Debugging on Pixel 4A by going to Setting>About>Software>Build Number and Tap on the build number repeatedly so that the Developer mode will turn on.
  • And then go back and click on Developer options.
  • In the developer options, there is an OEM unlock option then enable that option.
  • Furthermore, you will be asked for a full factory reset of your smartphone before unlocking, so make sure to back up your data before proceeding.
  • Tech Droid Tips is not responsible if anything goes wrong with the device. Please do it at your own risk.
  • Finally, you have successfully unlocked the bootloader on the Pixel 4A.

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In conclusion, Android versions later than lollipop come with an option of OEM Unlock in the developer options. So, it’s quite easy to unlock the bootloader on any latest smartphone device. And Still, some smartphones may not come with this option. Hence, in order to unlock the bootloader, you need to manually do it via PC.

Related article. Unroot Pixel 4A and go back to stock ROM

If you are encountering any issues regarding bootloader unlocking on Pixel 4A then do let me know in the comment section below. Furthermore, I will be happy to assist you 😀