No, termux-fastboot works without root, but the target device must have OEM unlocking allowed.
Allow advanced users to unlock the bootloader of an Android device using only Termux (no PC), provided the device has fastboot mode and USB OTG support (or internal fastboot access via root).
On the host device (running Termux), connect the OTG cable, then the target device. Run: unlock bootloader using termux
fastboot devices
If you see a serial number, the connection works.
The device will wipe its data and reboot. It may take longer than usual to boot up the first time. No, termux-fastboot works without root, but the target
To reboot manually from Termux (if the device doesn't auto-reboot), use:
fastboot reboot
Yes, with fastboot flashing lock (but that wipes data again). Allow advanced users to unlock the bootloader of
| Action | Possible with Termux? | How it works |
| :--- | :--- | :--- |
| Unlock a standard bootloader | ❌ No (Needs Fastboot/ADB on PC) | Requires a PC or hardware exploit. |
| Reboot to bootloader (fastboot mode) | ✅ Yes | reboot bootloader command. |
| Re-lock a bootloader | ✅ Yes (if rooted) | fastboot oem lock (requires root). |
| Unlock Mediatek (MTK) devices | ✅ Yes (using MTKClient) | Uses low-level Brom mode via USB-OTG. |
| Check bootloader status | ✅ Yes | fastboot getvar unlocked |
Yes, if:
No, if: