[Guide] Unlock Bootloader for LG V10

Full guide Unlock Bootloader for LG V10

How to Unlock Bootloader for LG V10

Once you unlock the bootloader you are all set to start the development or begin with modifying your system. This will enable you to flash a modified boot image, install TWRPrecovery and ultimately root your device. Unlocked bootloader is required to install setup a custom recovery. Unless you unlock it, there is a high chance of bricking your device. Following this tutorial will help you do it in no time.

Before we begin backup your device because this may remove apps and data from your LG V10. So let’s begin with the tutorial.

Note: Warranty may be void if you unlock your bootlaoder on your device. We at DroidViews won’t be liable for any damage to your device whatsoever. We won’t be held responsible if you brick your device. Reader’s discretion is advised.

Backup Apps and DataThis process may wipe all of your data, a backup is highly recommended. Backup all your apps, data, media and internal storage just in case any thing goes wrong.

GUIDE UNLOCK BOOTLOADER FOR LG V10

PREREQUISITES

This guide is compatible with LG V10.
Set up ADB and Fastboot on your computer. You can download the full Android SDK from here, or get the quick ADB and fastboot installer from here. For Mac or Linux OS,click here.
Install LG USB Drivers on your computer.
Open Settings> Developer options and enable USB Debugging on your device.
Go to Developer options and enable Allow oem unlock. This is important.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Make sure you have setup ADB and fastboot on your PC. Also accept Always allow from this computer when you plug in the device for first time to enable USB Debugging.
Now power off your device and unplug it from your PC.
Boot into the bootloader or fastboot mode. To do so, press and hold volume down and the power button simultaneously for 5-6 seconds. When you see the bootloaderscreen, connect your device to the PC using a USB cable.(Choose fasboot if option is available) You can also issue the following code, while connected to the PC, to boot into the bootloader.

adb reboot bootloader

Now open a command prompt or terminal window. Do this by holding shift key on your keyboard and right-click on an empty space and select “Open command window here” option to launch a command prompt window.
Now issue the following in the command prompt to check if fastboot is working correctly. It should provide the serial number of your device.

fastboot devices

Now this is important. We will proceed to unlock the bootloader. To do this, issue the following command. Choose yes on the device screen if prompted.