Your phone needs to be in a special state to receive the unlock command. Power off your Redmi 5 completely.
Ensure your Redmi 5 has at least 60% charge to prevent mid-process shutdowns. How to unlock Bootloader in XIAOMI Redmi 5 with...
Once the Mi Unlock Tool detects your phone (it will show "Phone connected"), you are ready. Click the button in the tool. Your phone needs to be in a special
If your timer is up, the process will reach 100%, and your phone will reboot automatically. ⚠️ Important Post-Unlock Information Once the Mi Unlock Tool detects your phone
Unlocking the bootloader on your Xiaomi Redmi 5 is the essential first step toward total device ownership. Whether you want to install a custom ROM like LineageOS, root your phone with Magisk, or simply move away from the MIUI ecosystem, this guide provides the official, safest method to get it done. Prerequisites Before You Begin
You will see a warning about data loss and security; click .
You will still receive official MIUI updates, but installing them might sometimes relock the bootloader or interfere with root access.