Any way to get a bootloader unlock code? - Huawei Mate 20 Pro Questions & Answers

Hey guys.
Isn't it possible to get a bootloader unlock code anymore?
Ministry of Solutions doesn't support even the chinese version anymore.
FunkyHuawei has raised the price from 55$ to 99$ and the service is currently completely down.
I had placed an order at FunkyHuawei, it has been 20 days now and they still didn't deliver.

This is worrisome. It looks like Huawei was shutting down all unlock code services one at a time, and the last one was for India - where FH and the other 2 known services were getting their codes. We have to rely on FH making a contact within Huawei itself or something, I doubt Huawei plans to offer unlock codes anymore.
Is there any chance that an outside party can come up with a way? Or... Are the codes totally dependent on an uncrackable algorithm that is tied to individual EMEI numbers?
That would suck if those of us who never got the .171 update missed our chance. Let's hope another source comes along, FH will no doubt remain enigmatic on the issue in the meantime. Bleh.

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[Q] Unlocking code from AT&T 10 months after launch, possible?

I've been searching and seen that AT&T didn't provide unlock codes for new phones, but must give them after 10 month from launch. Since it's about the time frame for the Aria, I was wondering if anyone tried to get the code from AT&T.
Do you have to be an AT&T customer? if I'm buying a used phone can I ask for the code also?
thx
Here are the official "rules" for unlock codes: http://www.att.com/esupport/article.jsp?sid=55002&cv=820#fbid=0yQi8JC0xlj
Even if they won't give you the unlock code, you can get them relatively cheaply online so you've always got options.
thanks that I was looking for.
Still don't get from this if they will give the code to a non-customer, but I guess I'll just to call and ask them.

[Q] Simlock - Am I being fobbed off

My brothers contract ended on his Atrix 4g and he said I can use it for rom testing etc
I have managed to root it, unlock the bootloader, install a Jellybean rom on it - all good.
It is however locked to T Mobile and I wanted to use it on O2.
I contacted T Mobile who want £15 to supply a code to unlock it. I took it into a local mobile shop who said that they can get the code within 24 hours. I left the phone with them and they said they would contact me when it is done-fair enough.
They phoned me today and said that this phone needs a higher level of unlock and will take up to 7 days. I have never heard of this before and just wanted to check to see if anyone here had heard of this and is nothing to worry about or the shop are just not very good.
Thanks
It is fairly common actually. I've seen most unlockers have that - either it's in what you might call a "quick lookup" database, or they have to take it to a "higher level". That usually costs more though.
ravilov said:
It is fairly common actually. I've seen most unlockers have that - either it's in what you might call a "quick lookup" database, or they have to take it to a "higher level". That usually costs more though.
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I can actually confirm this. We've had a specifically memorable "higher-level" unlock needed for HTC handsets purchased after a certain date, until other suppliers could catch up.
It required looking up the unlock code in a different database, which was more likely to have the codes that were being requested. We'd usually only do that once we confirmed the unlock codes weren't able in the cheaper providers database.
So yes, it can happen. Although, I understand the suspicion.

Huawei will stop providing bootloader unlock codes.

Huawei will stop providing bootloader unlock codes. If you want code you have 2 months to request it, after it they will stop this service. :silly::silly:
Source: https://www.xda-developers.com/huawei-stop-providing-bootloader-unlock-codes/
Code request site: https://www.emui.com/en/plugin.php?id=unlock&mod=detail
Source?
SavageRobot said:
Source?
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https://www.xda-developers.com/huawe...-unlock-codes/
Thanks. Well that sucks
Luckily have already requested mine and awaiting it.
But if I need to get a replacement phone in future I wont be able to root
Last Huawei I get then...
Got my code yesterday. But this is probably my first and last Huawei phone.
And DC Phoenix developers will raise their prices for it...I bet DC Phoenix is developed by Huawei.
I don't know why phone manufacturers do this. First it was Apple - the never ending war againt Jailbreakers. Instead of registering the phone for voided warranty and denying service for jailbroken iDevices, they fight againt ist.
Now Huawei does this - it's nearly the same and for me the rooting "freedom" on Android was the main reason to switch from iOS.
So, first and last Huawei I've had...after waiting 1.5 years for good custom rom development and good community support for EMUI I will choose another manufacturer - is the question: which one? Nevermind.
My main reason against iPhone too, locking down to only get everything through them and charging through the nose for the privilege...
OnePlus seems like a good way to go at the moment. I am quite tempted to go back to my HTC days as far as I know they are one of the better most lenient I have come across and their phones seem to be getting to the top of the pile again stat-wise...
i got my code instantly from the site. Stupid move by Huawei. One of the main reasons I got this phone was because i could unlock the the bootloader. If they dont change their decision this will be my last Huawei.
Are the unlock codes a alpha numeric 16 character code ? I just want to double check the code i got is correct.
bigshowjh said:
Are the unlock codes a alpha numeric 16 character code ? I just want to double check the code i got is correct.
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It is. In my code were only capitals and numbers.
bigshowjh said:
Are the unlock codes a alpha numeric 16 character code ? I just want to double check the code i got is correct.
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Mine is 15 digits, not letters.
Well that is terrible news...
Now here's another thing, my wife has a p10, I haven't rooted yet. Figured I'd wait till her warranty was near it's end to avoid any hassle if it needed servicing.
I went to that link in the op, thing I noticed is that when trying to register there is no option to select Canada or the US from the country list. Did those of you that have used that site, did you have prior accounts created, or does the country matter?
I would like to have the unlock code for later use.
If not, I guess I'm looking for another carrier to buy out this contract to get another phone.
I was rather impressed with her phone, and would have liked one too once my Sammy's screen kicked the bucket.
Now I have no idea what phone is worth getting for modding. Seems like very few options left...
Myself, I ditched apple because jailbreaking became an impossibility. I just can't fathom owning a device without administrative privileges. Plus if it weren't for custom ROMs, my phone would have received no further security updates. This is horrible business practice. At least windows gives its users years of monthly updates.
This is indeed ****ty news...
babalou62 said:
Well that is terrible news...
Now here's another thing, my wife has a p10, I haven't rooted yet. Figured I'd wait till her warranty was near it's end to avoid any hassle if it needed servicing.
I went to that link in the op, thing I noticed is that when trying to register there is no option to select Canada or the US from the country list. Did those of you that have used that site, did you have prior accounts created, or does the country matter?
I would like to have the unlock code for later use.
If not, I guess I'm looking for another carrier to buy out this contract to get another phone.
I was rather impressed with her phone, and would have liked one too once my Sammy's screen kicked the bucket.
Now I have no idea what phone is worth getting for modding. Seems like very few options left...
Myself, I ditched apple because jailbreaking became an impossibility. I just can't fathom owning a device without administrative privileges. Plus if it weren't for custom ROMs, my phone would have received no further security updates. This is horrible business practice. At least windows gives its users years of monthly updates.
This is indeed ****ty news...
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I sent an email through this
I had to send a couple before they got back to me with this...
"Thank you for contacting Huawei Customer Care.
We have sent you a email in which we said the following. It seems that it didn't end up to you, we're sorry about that. Please fill in the following and send us the reply.
But, in response, please note that we can, of course, generate and provide the bootloader code for your device.
However, please keep in mind that unlocking the device's bootloader voids its warranty and might cause numerous software issues (unlocking any device's bootloader is considered to be software manipulation).
Should you still require the code, please provide us with the following details:
Full Name (if applicable):
Email address (if applicable):
Device model:
Serial number:
IMEI:
Product ID - dialing *#*#1357946#*#*. If not available, the invoice should be attached."
After sending that about week later got the u/l code
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SavageRobot said:
I sent an email through this
I had to send a couple before they got back to me with this...
"Thank you for contacting Huawei Customer Care.
We have sent you a email in which we said the following. It seems that it didn't end up to you, we're sorry about that. Please fill in the following and send us the reply.
But, in response, please note that we can, of course, generate and provide the bootloader code for your device.
However, please keep in mind that unlocking the device's bootloader voids its warranty and might cause numerous software issues (unlocking any device's bootloader is considered to be software manipulation).
Should you still require the code, please provide us with the following details:
Full Name (if applicable):
Email address (if applicable):
Device model:
Serial number:
IMEI:
Product ID - dialing *#*#1357946#*#*. If not available, the invoice should be attached."
After sending that about week later got the u/l code
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Thanks for this.
Edit: Wife contacted Huawei by email. First response was their branch couldn't help and gave a link to contact the same domain name with a different contact name, however the contact is non existent. (So far twice they responded with a non existent contact)
We're waiting to see if they respond with a working contact.
If not, we'll look at another carrier buying out the contract and get another phone I guess. It's sad because it is a nice phone.
Edit 2: not looking like we're getting an answer.
SavageRobot said:
Mine is 15 digits, not letters.
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That is concerning, now I want to test the code but I like others was going to wait and unlock. I heard others are getting the code by email, but mine was given instantly. Have others got it instantly? I just don't want to assume the code is legit then when I do go to use it it's not and it's to late to get one. Is there a way to test it without actually unlocking it. I really don't feel like wiping my data, just to check it
bigshowjh said:
That is concerning, now I want to test the code but I like others was going to wait and unlock. I heard others are getting the code by email, but mine was given instantly. Have others got it instantly? I just don't want to assume the code is legit then when I do go to use it it's not and it's to late to get one. Is there a way to test it without actually unlocking it. I really don't feel like wiping my data, just to check it
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Just enter the unlock command with your code. If your code is working there will be a message for factory reset, there you need to press "Yes" or "No". So no factory reset if you don't confirm it.
If the code isn't working you'll get adb error "invalid command"

How to find huawei bootloader unlock code (exploits/patterns)

Since Huawei stopped providing customers bootloader unlocking code, many of us try to find a way to get them. I also found some service that provide codes but it is too suspicious. Also some claims that those third party simply go to Huawei customers support and ask for the code. So I think it is time for us to discover some patterns or at least exploits. Share your ideas here guys!!
Here are my question.
Why there is no blue-force attack program to find the code? Is it because it is harmful for the device?
Also, do you think it is possible to discover some patterns if we share IMEI and its bootloader unlock code of old devices?

Japanese LG V60 Thinq sim unlock

i just wanted to start a thread for the japanese version of this phone which seems nobody have. you can get them cheap from japan for less than 100 USD that's locked to one of the big 3 there. I got a softbank one and asked around so far there is no way to defeat the sim lock. the device can have bootloader unlock option is there. is there a way to remove sim lock once the phone is rooted? sony is nice you can use qunlock tool and doesn't matter what lock. my first time messing with LG and an oppo that is another story, waiting for some indian dude to send the 16 digit code. the LG i asked ebay services and one website so far nobody can unlock it. so i come here to see if there are other ways to unlock it.
also are the hardware the same as other v60? i know sony xperia have different modem hardware and have some bands locked down.
these are nice enough for the price you can enjoy for audio and home or toddler use.
I don't know the answer to your specific question but I will tell you I tried getting a remote sim unlock (from a site that seemed to have good reviews) and it ended up bricking my phone. The only reason it's booting again now is from help from a member on here. The problem now is it has no imei number at all.
Before I tried the remote unlock I bought an unlock code from 2 different websites the first refunded me in a few hours saying they could not unlock my device and the second one never sent anything or refunded so I've sent an email to them.
So I would be wary of the remote unlocks if you found any available.
so far i tried 3 companies.
1. unlockbase, payment goes to unlockjp.com, sent 10 usd, said will refund, this one is for an oppo phone. this one you have to chat with whatsapp and original wanted to send money with SBI bank, DBBL bank, BML, USDT Tether us, all Indian stuff and also take paypal just a little more money. the guy on the chat seems nice. even has their own facebook page, i'll give them a few days to refund.
2. the unlocking company, also can't find code for the LG and will refund take up to 10 days. will wait, very good communications from this one.
3. cellunlocker.net, pretty much refund the same day, this one is good company.
i gave up unlocking the oppo and LG, AU and Softbank respectively for now. just gonna pay for the two sony phone unlock with qunlock. can't go wrong with that one. just some info for the internet if they come across these companies. i will write back when i get money back for the first two.
Oppo has a software unlock but i think only works for the older models.

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