How to Get Samsung Galaxy S3/S4/S5/S6/S7/S8/S9 Unlocked

We got an inquiry with the caption "How to get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlocked" with the following descriptions:

I have been using Samsung Galaxy S8 for the past 2 years, and never had any issues with the lock screen. A few days ago, my son changed my device passcode and can't remember what he changes it to. I'm stuck on the lock screen page and need help to get my Samsung Galaxy S8 unlocked. I'm counting on you.

If you're experiencing this issue or something similar, you don't have to panic. This article provides solutions to get Samsung Galaxy S8 unlocked in terms of Screen lock and SIM lock.

1How to Get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlocked from FRP

It's common among Android device users to remember (i.e. bring to mind) iMyFone LockWiper (Android) FRP unlock tool whenever Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is mentioned. The reason is simple, LockWiper (Android) has unlocked more FRP locked Samsung devices and other Android devices than other FRP unlocking software combined.

Therefore, if you're searching for a tool to unlock your FRP locked device, then employ the professional and efficient t help of iMyFone LockWiper (Android) to unlock your device fast. This software can also remove screen locks and Google accounts from Android phones.

How to Get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlocked from FRP Using LockWiper (Android)

To get your Samsung Galaxy S8 unlocked using iMyFone LockWiper (Android), then follow these steps.

Step 1. Download the iMyFone LockWiper (Android) tool on your Windows computer and launch the program after installing it. Choose the "Remove Google Lock (FRP)" option on the screen of your device.

Click "Start" to begin the FRP unlock process.

Step 2. Select Your Device and Confirm its Information

Connect your Samsung Galaxy s8 device to your computer via USB cable. Select and confirm your device information on the software screen.

Step 3. Choose and download the right data package for your Samsung device, and click "Start to Extract" afterward to unpack the package.

Following the instruction, enable "OEM unlock" and "USB debugging" on your  Samsung Galaxy S8.

Step 4. Prepare the firmware package for your device.

Step 5. Now, the software will work at high speed to get your Samsung Galaxy S8 unlock from FRP in no time.

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Part 2: How to Get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlocked from Screen Lock

Samsung Find My Mobile is an online service that was designed to help Samsung mobile device users track, recover or lock their lost, misplaced or stolen Samsung mobile devices or wearable.  This online service is effective in preventing a data breach that could result from a lost Samsung device getting into unauthorized hands. It can help you to remotely locate a Samsung device, back it up, or lock the screen entirely with new passcode.

More so, if your Samsung Galaxy S8 is locked, you can unlock it by setting up a password on the device from Find My Device website, and then use the password to unlock your device.

Steps to Get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlock from Screen Lock

Step 1. Go to https://findmymobile.samsung.com/ and log in using your Samsung account credentials (i.e. your username and password).

Step 2. Click "Unlock" from the given tabs.

Step 3. Input your Samsung account password and click "UNLOCK" to confirm your request.

Step 4. Your device data and information will be wiped. In the end, it will be unlocked.

Limits of Samsung's Find My Mobile:

When Find My Device is not pre-enabled in the locked device, it won't work.

If you have forgotten your Samsung credentials (i.e. your username and password), you won't be allowed to access the page.

Part 3. How to Get Samsung Galaxy S8 Unlocked from SIM-Lock

There are quite a few scenarios that would require you to perform a SIM unlock on Samsung Galaxy S8.

You bought a secondhand SIM locked Samsung Galaxy S8 online.

You relocated to a new environment or country without fulfilling the initial agreement you have with your network carrier.

You don't like the network from the vendor who sold the phone to you and would like to switch to a new network carrier.

In all these scenarios and even more, there is an urgent need to unlock your SIM locked Samsung. If this is your wish, then there is a third-party tool called DirectUnlock that can help you remove the SIM lock easily.

Here is how to unlock a SIM locked Samsung Galaxy S8:

Step 1. Visit the website https://directunlocks.com and click the "Unlock any Samsung Phone" button.

Step 2. Get your Samsung device's IMEI number dialing *#06# on your phone.

Step 3. Enter the right information about your Samsung phone including the IMEI number.

Step 4. Enter your credit card information to make payment.

Step 5. When your payment is successful, they will send the unlock code to your email within 24 hours.

Step 6. Insert a different network carrier SIM into your Samsung Galaxy S8.

Step 7. A box will pop-up for you to enter the code, input the code in the box and your device will be unlocked.

Limitations of using Third-Party Website

They promise to send the code within 24 hours but may end up sending it in 1 week or more.

There is no 100% guarantee that this process will work, it all depends on the network carrier that locked the device.

Conclusion

We have fully discussed everything there is to know how to get Samsung Galaxy S8 unlocked. We truly recommend iMyFone LockWiper (Android) and urge you to download a trial (free) version to see how efficient this tool is in unlock FRP locks Samsung devices.

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