Why can't we unlock our bootloaders on paid devices?

[qanony]

Seriously It’s frustrating that Samsung locks the bootloader on devices we’ve fully paid for. I get the security concerns, but we should at least have the option to unlock it—at our own risk. Many of us want more control over our devices, like installing custom ROMs or rooting for advanced features. Other brands offer unlock options—why not Samsung? Anyone else feel the same?

[CEParsons]

The days of the wild west are long gone, cowboy. For 99.9% of users, stability and security are more important than radical freedom.

[RedOregon]

Has nothing to do with the Beta. Ask this question in the main Members forum and you'll get a lot more information and discussion.

[LakeRacer4TheWin]

I agree those days were fun and brought newer features to older devices even after manufacturers said they couldn't run them.

[USBetaModerator3]

Hello,

Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

We understand your perspective and the desire for greater control over your device. At this time, Samsung prioritizes device security, user data protection, and software integrity—which is why bootloader unlocking is restricted on many models, particularly those sold in certain regions or tied to specific carrier requirements.

That said, we appreciate your feedback and will share it with the relevant team. We understand this is an important topic for advanced users, and your input helps us shape future policies and experiences.

Regards,
One UI Beta Team