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Prerequisites
Before we get into the methods, there are a few things you’ll need to have ready:
- USB Debugging: This needs to be turned on to use most of the methods.
- Backup: Some of the methods will erase your phone’s data, so make sure you’ve backed up anything important.
- Tools: Download the SamFW FRP Tool, Odin, ADB tools, and the correct firmware.
- Device Compatibility: This guide is focused on Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra, including Verizon models. Devices updated after January 2023 might need specific steps due to newer security patches.
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Using SamFW FRP Tool
One of the easiest ways to bypass the FRP lock on your Samsung Galaxy S22 is by using the SamFW FRP Tool. This tool is easy to use and has helped many people get back into their locked devices.
Download and Install SamFW FRP Tool
First, download SamFW FRP Tool v3.1 and install it on your computer.
Boot into Recovery Mode
Turn off your phone. Now, press and hold Volume Up and Power buttons at the same time. When the Samsung logo appears, let go, and you’ll be in Recovery Mode.
Enable USB Debugging
Now that you’re in recovery mode, connect your phone to your computer. On your phone, open the emergency dialer and type *#0*# to turn on USB debugging. This step lets your phone talk to your computer and allows the tool to work.
Run SamFW FRP Tool
Open the SamFW FRP Tool on your computer and follow the instructions it gives you. The tool will remove the FRP lock and get you back into your phone in no time.
Odin Flash with Compatible Firmware
If the SamFW Tool doesn’t work, flashing the firmware with Odin might be a good option. This method can reset your phone, and it works well with devices that have older software.
Download Odin and Firmware
You’ll need to download Odin Tool v3.14 and find an older firmware version for your Samsung S22/S22 Ultra. Choose a version that came out before January 2023, since newer updates might block this method.
Enter Download Mode
Turn off your phone. Hold down Volume Down + Power until the download mode screen shows up. Press Volume Up to confirm, and your phone is now in download mode.
Connect to Odin
Plug your phone into your computer and open Odin. Load the firmware files into their respective slots (BL, AP, CP, CSC) and press “Start.” Odin will flash the firmware, and once the process is finished, your phone will reboot without the FRP lock.
ADB Commands with Odin
If flashing firmware doesn’t solve the issue, ADB commands might be the next step. ADB lets you control your phone from your computer using simple commands.
Download ADB Tools
First, grab ADB Tools and install them on your computer.
Enable USB Debugging
Follow the steps in the SamFW FRP Tool section to turn on USB Debugging by dialing *#0*# on your phone.
Run ADB Commands
Open a command prompt on your computer and type in the following commands:
adb shell
am broadcast -a android.intent.action.MASTER_CLEAR
This will reset your phone, and the FRP lock will be removed.
Downgrading Firmware
For some newer phones, security patches can make it harder to bypass the FRP lock. Downgrading to an older firmware version might be your best option in this case.
Download Older Firmware
Find and download an older firmware version from a few months before your current update. You can search for these on SamMobile.
Flash Older Firmware
Use the steps mentioned in the Odin Flash section to install the older firmware. This can help bypass the FRP lock if newer security patches are stopping the other methods.
Update After Bypass
Once you’ve bypassed the lock, you can update your phone to the latest version using Samsung’s official software without any issues.
Getting past the FRP lock on your Samsung Galaxy S22 or S22 Ultra can seem like a real headache. But with the right tools and steps, it’s totally doable. Whether you’re using the SamFW tool, Odin, ADB, or downgrading your firmware, there’s a solution out there that will work for you. Ready to take control of your phone again? Give one of these methods a shot and get back to enjoying your device!