Once the 168 hours (7 days) have passed, boot your phone into again. Connect it to the PC and run the Mi Unlock Tool . Click Unlock and confirm the warnings.

Inside Developer Options, the user must locate "Mi Unlock Status" and click "Add account and device." This step binds the specific phone hardware to the user’s Xiaomi account. Success is indicated by a prompt stating, "Added successfully." If this step is skipped or fails, the unlocking tool will not recognize the device during the later stages. It is important to note that users are often required to wait a specific "waiting period" (which can range from 7 days to a month depending on the region and MIUI version) after this binding before the unlock can be finalized.

However, if you have a Poco X3 Pro, the process is not as simple as flicking a switch. Xiaomi has implemented strict security policies, mandatory waiting periods, and specific driver requirements. This guide will walk you through every single step of how to unlock bootloader in Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro new devices, from preparation to final success.

The Xiaomi Poco X3 Pro, released in 2021, quickly became a darling among tech enthusiasts due to its powerful Snapdragon 860 chipset offered at a mid-range price point. However, for many users, the true potential of the device lies beyond the stock MIUI interface. To unlock this potential—whether for installing custom ROMs like Pixel Experience or LineageOS, rooting with Magisk, or installing custom recoveries—the first and most crucial step is unlocking the bootloader. This essay explores the step-by-step process of unlocking the bootloader on a "new" or factory-reset Poco X3 Pro, analyzing the prerequisites, the procedural execution, and the inherent risks involved in the operation.

Once your phone is connected in Fastboot mode, the Mi Unlock Tool on your PC should change its status to . Click the Unlock button.

You will need a computer running Windows to execute the final unlock command. Download the official tool from the .

A: In most countries (India, EU), unlocking does not void warranty if the damage is unrelated. However, in the US and some regions, it does. You can re-lock the bootloader using fastboot oem lock (but that will wipe data again).

Before connecting to PC, double-check these settings: