Go back to > Additional Settings > Developer Options . Enable OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging .

Ensure your Redmi 5 has at least 60% charge to prevent mid-process shutdowns.

Your phone needs to be in a special state to receive the unlock command. Power off your Redmi 5 completely.

An unlocked bootloader makes your device slightly less secure if stolen, as someone could flash a new OS to bypass your lock screen.

Xiaomi often imposes a mandatory waiting period ranging from 168 hours (7 days) to 360 hours. If the tool tells you to wait, you must keep the account on the phone and try again after the timer expires.

This process will factory reset your device . Save your photos, contacts, and messages to a cloud service or PC.

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