How To Unlock Bootloader Asus Zenfone Max Pro M1 Without Pc Fixed May 2026

The Ultimate Guide: Unlocking the Bootloader of Asus ZenFone Max Pro M1 Without a PC

App Crash:

If the app closes immediately, try clearing its cache in Settings or downloading a different version (some older versions may be incompatible with newer firmware).

  • After setting up the phone, install DevCheck or Root Checker from the Play Store.
  • Go to the "System" tab. Look for "Bootloader" status. It should say "Unlocked" .

Connect the ASUS phone to the OTG adapter using the micro-USB cable. how to unlock bootloader asus zenfone max pro m1 without pc

Process:

  • Download fastboot binary to your internal storage.
  • In Termux, give storage permission: termux-setup-storage
  • Copy binary: cp /sdcard/fastboot $PREFIX/bin/ && chmod +x $PREFIX/bin/fastboot
  • Now, reboot your phone to bootloader using this command (requires root):
    reboot bootloader
    
  • If you are not rooted, you cannot soft-reboot to bootloader. This is the major roadblock.