What To Do If Google Account Locked My Phone

You might have recently performed a Factory Reset or bought a secondhand phone when you stumbled on a Google verification page and got locked out of your phone because of your Google account.

Well, you should know that on Android phones with Android OS Version 5.1 (Lollipop) and higher Google has added a new security feature called the Google Factory Reset Protection Lock. This built-in feature protects the data on your device from being accessed by strangers after a reset.

The FRP can easily be unlocked using the email and password used on the Google account linked to the phone, but if you don’t can’t remember or don’t have access to these credentials, don’t worry. In this article, we will show you different ways to unlock a Google locked phone. Stay tuned.

Method 1: Unlock Google Account Locked Phone via Forgot Password/Email

If you can’t remember the password or email of the Google account used on the phone, you may try to reset it via the Forgot Password/Email option. But keep in mind that this method will only work if you have set up a backup email or phone number on your Google account and if your phone is connected to the internet.

Step 1

On the verification page, tick the Forgot Password/Email option.

Step 2

Select where you want the recovery link to be sent; recovery email or phone number.

Step 3

Once you receive the link click on it and reset your email/password.

Step 4

Go back to the verification page and enter the new email/password. After that, your phone should be unlocked.

Method 2: Unlock Google Account Locked Phone via Gboard

If you’re locked out of your phone because of your Google account you may also try using the Keyboard to bypass the FRP. This will work if your phone uses the Gboard (Google Keyboard) as the default keyboard.

Step 1

On the verification page, tap on the space provided for the email to bring out the Gboard.

Step 2

Long press the @ symbol until the Keyboard Setting appears, then click on it.

Step 3

From there, tick on the three-dot icon and choose Help & Feedback then select Google Keyboard.

Step 4

Next, tap and hold any text on the screen until some options show up. After that, tap the Web Search option and type in Settings on the search bar.

Step 5

In Settings, find About Phone and tap on it. Next, tap on the Build Number option seven times. After that, you should see the Developer Options prompt at the bottom.

Step 6

Go back to the main Settings Menu. Tap the Developer Options scroll down and turn on the toggle on OEM Unlock.

Step 7

Tick the back button twice and restart the phone. The FRP lock should be gone after that.

Method 3: Unlock Google Account Locked Phone by Asking the Previous Owner

If it’s a second-hand phone, you may ask the previous owner to unlink a device from the Google account if they still have access to the account. This automatically removes the FRP on your phone.

Step 1

After you contact the previous owner, ask them to visit the Google Account page and log in with the account used on the phone.

Step 2

From there, select Security > My Devices > Manage All Devices.

Step 3

You should see all the devices linked to the account. Select the target device and tap the three-dot button or “>” icon beside it.

Step 4

Choose Remove Device or Sign Out. After that, the Google lock should be removed from the phone.

Method 4: Unlock Google Account Locked Phone with 4uKey Android Unlocker

If none of the suggested solutions worked, then we recommend that you try this next one.

4uKey is one of the best and most effective FRP unlocker tools today. It can easily bypass Google Locks on any phone without any hassle. This tool offers a direct, quick, and safe way to remove the Google on your phone.

You don’t have to worry when it comes to compatibility. 4uKey can unlock any phone brand such as Samsung, Motorola, Sony, LG, Huawei, Google Pixel, and more! Plus, this tool works on phones with Android versions 4 up to 13! How cool is that?

And if you’re not used to using programs like this, well, 4uKey has a user-friendly interface that is perfect for any type of user.

And there’s more! 4uKey can also bypass screen locks on Android phones! How amazing is that? If you’re interested in using 4uKey, tick the download button and follow the tutorial below.

Steps to Unlock Google Account Locked Phone with 4uKey

The instructions below apply to phones with Android versions 11 to 13. As for Android 6/7/8/9/10, see this detailed video tutorial.

Step 1

Click the download button or visit the 4uKey site to download and install the tool on your PC.

Step 2

Launch 4uKey and use a USB cord to connect your phone to the computer. Next, tick Remove Google Lock (FRP).

Step 3

Enter the device information, and click Start.

Step 4

Hit Start again on the pop-out window. On your phone, open the Emergency Call feature and type *#0*# on the dial pad. This will open the hidden diagnostic mode.

Step 5

Go back to the 4uKey screen, choose Next then select “Always allow from this computer” on the USB Debugging prompt.

Step 6

After that, you will see a confirmation message that the FRP Lock is removed.

Final Advice

To avoid being in this situation again, you may see Google’s safety on how to avoid getting locked out of your Google account. This will prevent future issues if ever you lose your phone or get locked out again

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