[GUIDE] unlock your G7 bootloader

[MrHallows]

Okay, so I've followed these instructions exactly, but upon completing Step 6 on Motorola's page to get the bootloader unlock code, I get a dialog with the message, "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking." Albeit, the setting in Developer Options to "Allow bootloader unlocking" is toggled on. I have the Moto G7 Power (XT1955-6) and it is an unlocked version (not carrier branded), purchased from Amazon.


Has anyone had luck with unlocking this model (XT1955-6)? Any suggestions/feedback would be much appreciated. Thank you.

 

[WoKoschekk]

Okay, so I've followed these instructions exactly, but upon completing Step 6 on Motorola's page to get the bootloader unlock code, I get a dialog with the message, "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking." Albeit, the setting in Developer Options to "Allow bootloader unlocking" is toggled on. I have the Moto G7 Power (XT1955-6) and it is an unlocked version (not carrier branded), purchased from Amazon.


Has anyone had luck with unlocking this model (XT1955-6)? Any suggestions/feedback would be much appreciated. Thank you.

The XT1955-6 is a verizon phone. These ones can't get unlocked.

 

[130rne]

The dev options unlock can be switched on, doesn't mean it's unlocked. That's for secure boot, if the switch is off and a different rom is flashed it won't boot. Gotta flash the same rom back and turn that switch on to flash a different rom. There were others with your problem, if it's an unlockable model it's possible but I don't know how they resolved it.

Edit- just read the above comment. I think the others just had unlock token issues. Certain models can't be unlocked except for hack type paid services.

 

[Richy_T]

Ignore this.

 

[guille2608]

(bootloader) invalid boot state

Hello I am new to the forum, try root moto g7 and I have a problem, "bootloader invalid boot state" that appears when I write "fastboot oem unlock" the cell phone does not start, try rescue and smart and does not recognize the device, I need help thanks
I am using the google translator I am from Argentina

 

[MrHallows]

The XT1955-6 is a verizon phone. These ones can't get unlocked.

Yes, I'm aware of the restrictions that Verizon and AT&T place on their firmware. I ordered the unlocked version of this phone, but had received one with Verizon's firmware and unfortunately it's past the return policy expiration. Also, the phone is not physically branded for Verizon, it just has their firmware on it. So, there are two things that I've been looking into as potential solutions, but I'm not sure if either of them would possibly work:

1) Using RSD Lite (6.2.4) to flash XT1955-5 (RETUS) (https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/ocean/official/RETUS/
XT1955-5_OCEAN_RETUS_9.0_PPO29.114-108_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip) or perhaps a GSI image, if possible; or

2) Purchasing an OEM unlock code from TheUnlockingCompany.com (or similar service), but would this option actually release Verizon's grip on the bootloader since the firmware would not have changed?

Anyway, I appreciate any help or feedback, as I've not been able to actually get through the full rooting process yet.

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[sd_shadow]

Yes, I'm aware of the restrictions that Verizon and AT&T place on their firmware. I ordered the unlocked version of this phone, but had received one with Verizon's firmware and unfortunately it's past the return policy expiration. Also, the phone is not physically branded for Verizon, it just has their firmware on it. So, there are two things that I've been looking into as potential solutions, but I'm not sure if either of them would possibly work:

1) Using RSD Lite (6.2.4) to flash XT1955-5 (RETUS) (https://mirrors.lolinet.com/firmware/moto/ocean/official/RETUS/
XT1955-5_OCEAN_RETUS_9.0_PPO29.114-108_cid50_subsidy-DEFAULT_regulatory-DEFAULT_CFC.xml.zip) or perhaps a GSI image, if possible; or

2) Purchasing an OEM unlock code from TheUnlockingCompany.com (or similar service), but would this option actually release Verizon's grip on the bootloader since the firmware would not have changed?

Anyway, I appreciate any help or feedback, as I've not been able to actually get through the full rooting process yet.

Flashing a different software channel will just result in a non working device, it's possible that a unlocking device may work, haven't heard anyone with success.

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[MrHallows]

Flashing a different software channel will just result in a non working device, it's possible that a unlocking device may work, haven't heard anyone with success.

You are correct. I tried it last night and couldn't get past fastboot. Had to use Verizon's Software Upgrade/Repair Assistant to reinstall XT1955-6_OCEAN_VZW_9.0_PDOS29.114-134-15 on it. Well, once I've got the money to purchase the unlock code, I'll give that a whirl and provide an update here for anyone else dealing with this.

Thanks for your feedback, man.

Sent from my Moto G7 Power using XDA Labs

 

[bryangrant4]

Blue Button to Request Unlock Code is not present

Regarding, "Paste the single line to the box under #6 and verify. Accept the terms and press the blue button"

On Chrome, Safari, and Opera, the page located here does not provide a way to complete the Unlock Code Request Process.

It says "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."
and then the Blue Button never appears despite agreeing to the legal terms.

Is there another way to obtain the code? Why is this even necessary?! It's been a minute since I have tried to unlock a boot loader, so maybe times have changed.

 

[sd_shadow]

Regarding, "Paste the single line to the box under #6 and verify. Accept the terms and press the blue button"

On Chrome, Safari, and Opera, the page located here does not provide a way to complete the Unlock Code Request Process.

It says "Your device does not qualify for bootloader unlocking."
and then the Blue Button never appears despite agreeing to the legal terms.

Is there another way to obtain the code? Why is this even necessary?! It's been a minute since I have tried to unlock a boot loader, so maybe times have changed.

I've used Chrome several times with no issue.
Not all devices can be unlocked.
If it's carrier branded (Verizon, ATT...) Or on Amazon software channel it cannot be unlocked.
There was a slightly different method that may still work see link to unlocking bootloader in my
https://forum.xda-developers.com/general/rooting-roms/guide-flashing-motorola-firmware-t4042039

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[gabrielzamo]

You are correct. I tried it last night and couldn't get past fastboot. Had to use Verizon's Software Upgrade/Repair Assistant to reinstall XT1955-6_OCEAN_VZW_9.0_PDOS29.114-134-15 on it. Well, once I've got the money to purchase the unlock code, I'll give that a whirl and provide an update here for anyone else dealing with this.

Thanks for your feedback, man.

Sent from my Moto G7 Power using XDA Labs

Hey. Just wondering if you managed to find a way to bootloader unlock.
I got a Cricket device that Motorola says it is not qualified for unlocking.

 

[Tattered]

Hey. Just wondering if you managed to find a way to bootloader unlock.
I got a Cricket device that Motorola says it is not qualified for unlocking.

Same

 

[ljer]

I'm not able to get into my G7 Power, I see the Motorola logo with "Powered by Android" at the bottom for ~5 seconds, then it turns off. Charges just fine, battery at 100%. Rescue and smart assistant is no help, it claims to be successful but I have the same issue. Same thing when I follow this thread. So, I decided I'd just put a new rom on the device as I don't know what else I can do.

I got an unlock code from motorola, but when I go to unlock it I get the "Check 'Allow OEM Unlock' in Android Settings > Developer Options" error. I can't do that, because the phone won't load.

What can I do about this? Is there another option I'm not considering?

I can get into fast boot / recovery mode no problem, but I'm guessing the bootloader is still locked. When I try to even boot to twrp I am denied:

C:\Users\ljer\Downloads\platform-tools>fastboot boot twrp-3.4.0-1-ocean.img
Sending 'boot.img' (30202 KB) OKAY [ 0.904s]
Booting (bootloader) permission denied!
FAILED (remote: '')
fastboot: error: Command failed

 

[tmiller101]

I know a few of us are having problems with the Motorola bootloader unlock website. I can tell you this try, try, try. Eventually it will work, I don't know why.

I tried for about 3 hours the other night trying to unlock my XT-1955-2 with a CID of 0x0032. After reading through many posts on several websites I gave up. I started wondering if there was something wrong with my setup, i.e. computer, USB cable, internet connection, etc... So I attached my old phone for which the bootloader was already unlocked using the Motorola website in an attempt to troubleshoot my end. The Motorola website came back with the "blue button" and I received an email with the code immediately.

Curiosity took hold, I hooked up my new XT-1955-2 and again went through the same process that had failed me the other night. AND NOW, the "blue button" appeared, I accepted the risk, received the email and unlocked the phone. This whole evolution occurred within 10 minutes of waking up.

The only thing that was different this time around was I ran the command prompt as an administrator and it was a new day. So there you have it folks If you get an message saying your phone doesn't qualify to be unlocked. Try, try, try again.

 

[Bud A.]

Brand new to flashing ROMs, lots of experience with OpenBSD and Linux on various computers. I have a Moto G7 Plus, XT1965-T, software channel retla. I have gotten to the portion of unlocking where I ask the device to return the unlock code with
$ fastboot oem get_unlock_data
and absolutely nothing happens. No text string is returned.

Also tried running the command using sudo. Still nothing.

I have checked to make sure the device is detected by fastboot. Also, I made sure to download the USB drivers from Motorola and checked to make sure I'm running the latest version of Android Studio.

I got this phone from Amazon, sold as unlocked, apparently an unbranded T-Mobile Revvlry according to others. I noticed that the Motorola unlock site says that "Bootloader unlock codes are not available from Moto or Amazon, for Amazon Prime devices." Am I SOL, or am I just doing something wrong?