Here’s a concise, factual review of the bootloader unlocking process for the ASUS Zenfone 9.
If you are on an older, unpatched firmware and want to check if the servers are reachable, the general process remains: zenfone 9 unlock bootloader
This paper is intended for educational and research purposes. Unlocking your bootloader may permanently compromise device security and functionality. Here’s a concise, factual review of the bootloader
Unlocking the bootloader on the ASUS Zenfone 9 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Enable Developer Options: Go to Settings > About
Settings > About Phone > Software Information and tap Build Number seven times.Developer Options, toggle on OEM Unlocking. If this is grayed out, your phone is either carrier-locked or you need an internet connection to allow ASUS servers to check unlock eligibility.Developer Options, toggle on USB Debugging.Settings > About Phone > Software InformationBuild Number 7 times to enable Developer Options.Settings > System > Developer OptionsOEM Unlocking and USB Debugging.The device then prompted me to enter a code, which I had to obtain from the ASUS website. I filled out the required information, including my device's serial number and IMEI, and submitted the request. After a few minutes, I received an email with the unlock code.
Your phone is now a blank slate. Here’s the typical next steps for a Zenfone 9 user: