FRP: Google account lock and choosing a tool by brand
FRP is the protection that asks for a Google account after a factory reset. Working with it is legitimate only for the device owner or at the owner’s request. This page gathers guides by brand: which chipset, which connection mode and which programs fit.
Try the simple routes first
If you are the owner and remember the account, read what to do when the phone asks for a Google account. To avoid the trap before a reset, see how to remove the account before resetting.
Where a technician starts
- Overview: which program to choose and what changed in Android 14 and 15.
- Identify the chipset: how to find a phone’s chipset.
- Open the brand guide from the list below.
Brands with dedicated pages
For the main brands there are detailed pages: Samsung FRP, Xiaomi FRP and Mi Account, Realme FRP and Tecno and Infinix FRP.
For other brands the guides are in the blog: Honor, Motorola, Google Pixel, OnePlus, Nokia, Itel, OPPO and Vivo. One rule applies everywhere: confirm ownership and check the exact model.
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FAQ
What is FRP?
Factory Reset Protection is an Android feature: after a reset the phone asks for the Google account that was previously on it.
Is removing FRP legal?
Only if you own the device or act on the owner’s request and can show ownership. It is not acceptable for lost or stolen phones.
How do I choose a program for FRP?
Identify the chipset and connection mode, because they decide which programs support the model. Brand-by-brand choices are collected on this page.
Not sure which tool fits your model? Ask a technician on Telegram.