How to Unlock OPPO Find X7 Ultra Bootloader

 Unlocking the bootloader of a device like the OPPO Find X7 Ultra allows you to gain root access, install custom recoveries, and flash custom ROMs. However, unlocking the bootloader also has potential risks, such as voiding your warranty, losing data, and increasing the vulnerability of your device. This guide will walk you through the step-by-step process of unlocking the bootloader on your OPPO Find X7 Ultra.

Warning and Preparation

Before proceeding, keep in mind the following:

  1. Unlocking the bootloader will wipe all data on your device, including apps, photos, and settings. Ensure you have backed up everything important.

  2. Warranty Void: Unlocking the bootloader may void your warranty. Be sure to check with OPPO’s policies.

  3. Security Risk: An unlocked bootloader may increase the security risks of your device, as it allows installation of unsigned firmware.

Prerequisites

  1. Backup your Data: Unlocking the bootloader will erase all data from your device. Backup your important data to avoid loss.

  2. Install ADB and Fastboot: Ensure that you have installed ADB (Android Debug Bridge) and Fastboot on your PC.

    • Download the ADB and Fastboot tools from the Android developer website.
    • Extract and install them on your computer.
  3. Enable Developer Options and USB Debugging:

    • Go to Settings > About Phone.
    • Tap on Build Number 7 times until you see a message indicating that Developer Options have been enabled.
    • Go back to Settings > Developer Options and enable USB Debugging.
  4. Enable OEM Unlocking:

    • In Developer Options, look for the OEM Unlocking option and toggle it on.
  5. USB Cable and PC: Ensure you have a compatible USB cable to connect your phone to your PC.

  6. Battery: Ensure your phone’s battery is charged to at least 50%, as the process can take some time and you don’t want the device to shut down during the process.


Step-by-Step Guide to Unlock the Bootloader

Step 1: Backup Your Data

Before proceeding with the bootloader unlocking process, it’s crucial to backup all your important data. This includes contacts, apps, messages, photos, and documents, as unlocking the bootloader will wipe your device.

  • You can use OPPO's own OPPO Cloud or Google services to back up data.
  • Alternatively, you can copy your important files to a computer or external drive.

Step 2: Enable Developer Options, USB Debugging, and OEM Unlocking

  1. Enable Developer Options:

    • Go to Settings > About Phone.
    • Scroll down to Build Number and tap it 7 times until you see a message that you’ve enabled Developer Options.
  2. Enable USB Debugging:

    • Go back to Settings > Developer Options.
    • Toggle on USB Debugging.
  3. Enable OEM Unlocking:

    • Inside Developer Options, scroll down and find OEM Unlocking.
    • Toggle it on and confirm the warning prompt.

Step 3: Boot the OPPO Find X7 Ultra into Fastboot Mode

  1. Turn off your phone: Power off your OPPO Find X7 Ultra completely.

  2. Enter Fastboot Mode:

    • Press and hold the Power + Volume Down buttons together.
    • Keep holding the buttons until you see the Fastboot screen appear on your device.
  3. Connect your phone to your PC: Using a USB cable, connect the OPPO Find X7 Ultra to your computer.


Step 4: Verify Device Connection

Now that your device is in Fastboot Mode and connected to the PC, you’ll need to verify the connection using ADB and Fastboot.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Terminal:

    • On your PC, navigate to the folder where ADB and Fastboot are installed.
    • Open a Command Prompt window in that folder. You can do this by holding down the Shift key, right-clicking on an empty space in the folder, and selecting Open Command Window/Terminal Here.
  2. Verify Device Connection:

    • In the Command Prompt, type the following command to check if your device is properly connected:
      bash
      fastboot devices
    • If your device is connected correctly, you should see your device’s serial number listed.

Step 5: Unlock the Bootloader

Now that your device is connected and recognized by Fastboot, you can proceed with unlocking the bootloader.

  1. Execute the Unlock Command:

    • In the Command Prompt or Terminal, type the following command to unlock the bootloader:
      bash
      fastboot oem unlock
  2. Confirm Bootloader Unlocking on Your Device:

    • Your phone will show a prompt asking if you want to unlock the bootloader.
    • Use the Volume keys to navigate and select Yes.
    • Press the Power button to confirm the selection.
  3. Wait for the Unlock Process:

    • The unlocking process will start and may take a few minutes. During this time, your device will reboot and all data on your phone will be wiped.



Step 6: Reboot the Device

  1. Reboot the Device:

    • After the unlocking process is complete, reboot your phone by typing the following command:
      bash
      fastboot reboot
  2. Initial Setup:

    • Once your phone reboots, it will go through the initial setup process, as if you’ve just powered it on for the first time.
    • You’ll need to re-enter your Google account information, set up Wi-Fi, and restore any backed-up data.

Step 7: Verify the Bootloader Unlock Status

To ensure that the bootloader is unlocked, you can verify its status.

  1. Enter Fastboot Mode Again:

    • Power off your device and boot into Fastboot Mode by pressing Power + Volume Down again.
  2. Check Bootloader Status:

    • On your PC, open the Command Prompt and enter:
      bash
      fastboot oem device-info
    • You should see a message indicating that the bootloader is unlocked:
      text
      (bootloader) Device unlocked: true

After Bootloader Unlock

Now that the bootloader of your OPPO Find X7 Ultra is unlocked, you can perform various modifications, including:

  1. Install a Custom Recovery (TWRP): With the bootloader unlocked, you can flash a custom recovery like TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project). This will allow you to flash custom ROMs, kernels, and more.

  2. Root Your Device: Unlocking the bootloader is the first step toward rooting your device. You can use tools like Magisk to gain root access after flashing a custom recovery.

  3. Install Custom ROMs: You can now install custom ROMs like LineageOS, Pixel Experience, or other ROMs designed for the OPPO Find X7 Ultra.

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