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How Do I Install GrapheneOS on My Device?

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If you are getting bored with your current operating system, then you can take a look at GrapheneOS. It is Android-based, security-hardened, privacy-focused, mostly free and open-source, and the mobile operating system for selected smartphones (mainly Pixel devices). However, it was founded in the year 2019 with Apache Licence 2.0.

Luckily, it got a recent release based on Android 12 with a different look. And we assume that you want to explore some new things on your device. So, GrapheneOS would be a new and interesting OS for you. So, below, we are sharing a complete guide to installing Graphene OS.

Pre-Requisites

  • Compatible Android Device (Google Pixel 4 or above)
  • The minimum requirement is 2GB of RAM and 64GB of free space.
  • Must have a USB-C cable
  • Compatible browsers (Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, or more)

How Do I Install GrapheneOS on My Device?

There are mainly two methods to install GrapheneOS on its supported devices. In which Web-USB-based installation is found the most former one? However, before starting the installation procedure, make sure to have the below tools on hand for safety.

  • Enable Developer Option: Head to Settings << About Phone and tap Build Number 7 times.
  • Turn on OEM Unlocking: Head over to Settings << System << Developer option << Enable Turn
  • On the OEM Unlocking toggle.
  1. While restarting, press the volume-down button on your phone.
  2. Connect your phone to the PC.
  3. Next, visit the GrapheneOS page.
  4. Now, on your phone, confirm the command using the power button.
  5. Then, download the GrapheneOS repository.
  6. Following this, the installation will wipe out the existing data and install the GrapheneOS ROM.
  7. Now, re-lock the bootloader and restart your phone.
  8. Then, disable OEM unlocking and verify the GrapheneOS installation.
  9. That’s it. You are now completely set up with the new shiny GrapheneOS.

Furthermore, if you want to revert to your older operating system, then remove the non-stock key using the button at the bottom of the GrapheneOS installation guide, and then use Google’s web flashing tool. Conclusively, these are the major steps to follow for installing GrapheneOS on your device. However, if you have queries about the same, feel free to comment down below.