How to Unlock Bootloader of Google Pixel 2 and Google Pixel 2 XL

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Talking about the Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL are great devices launched by Google in 2017. You might get confused which to buy because they are not too different. Unlocking the bootloader will get you some help to work on the system, so let's get going...

 Some benefits of Unlocking Bootloader
  • You can install Factory images which helps in various ways.
  • You can also format, erase, and rewrite the current device partitions. So, if you want to restore stock firmware or flash existing partitions like recovery or boot (kernel), you will need to unlock the bootloader on Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL devices.
  • If you are also keen on rooting and some super customization, then unlocking the bootloader will help you to do that with your device.

Prerequisites

  • Enable Developer Options, USB Debugging and OEM Unlock
    Link to the Guide 
  • Make sure you have the latest USB Drivers of your device are installed on your PC.
  • Download and Setup ADB and Fastboot on your PC
    Link to the Guide
Note: We are not responsible for any damage caused to your device.

Step to Unlock Bootloader of Google Pixel 2 and Pixel 2 XL

Step 1: Power off your device.
Step 2: Boot your device into Bootloader mode by,
Holding the Volume down + Power button simultaneously for 2-3sec.
Step 3: Now connect your device to PC via USB cable make sure that the connection is right and tight.
Step 4: Go to the ADB and Fastboot folder. Now open Command Prompt Window here by 
Holding down Shift key + Right click > Select Open Command Window here

Step 5: Now check if your device will is connected or not by typing the following command
adb devices
It will show you the serial number of the device. If it doesn’t show the serial number check the USB cable and try once again.
Step 6: Now, Unlock the Bootloader of Google Pixel 2 and Pixel XL by typing the command as
fastboot flashing unlock
Unlocking the Bootloader of Google Pixel 2 XL might require this command for unlocking some critical partitions.
fastboot flashing unlock_critical
Step 7: After hitting enter on PC you will see your device will ask the permission to Unlock Bootloader navigate on Yes option using the volume button and select it using the Power button.
Step 8: Let the process complete and done. Now reboot your device by typing the following command
fastboot reboot
Congratulations! You have successfully unlocked the Bootloader of Google Pixel 2 and 2 XL.

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