If you see FAILED (remote: 'Command not allowed') or similar:
For the vast majority of Android users (Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus, LG, HTC, Nokia), the process is and requires only the standard AOSP command:
Lock and unlock the bootloader | Android Open Source Project 2 Dec 2025 —
Once the device is in bootloader (Fastboot) mode, run one of the core commands mentioned above.
Note: Snapdragon Samsung devices (US/Canada) are officially.
Some brands (like Sony, Motorola, and Xiaomi) require a free unique "Unlock Key" from their official portal before the commands will work.
If you see FAILED (remote: 'Command not allowed') or similar:
For the vast majority of Android users (Pixel, Motorola, OnePlus, LG, HTC, Nokia), the process is and requires only the standard AOSP command:
Lock and unlock the bootloader | Android Open Source Project 2 Dec 2025 —
Once the device is in bootloader (Fastboot) mode, run one of the core commands mentioned above.
Note: Snapdragon Samsung devices (US/Canada) are officially.
Some brands (like Sony, Motorola, and Xiaomi) require a free unique "Unlock Key" from their official portal before the commands will work.
