Factory Reset Protection (FRP) is a security feature on the that locks the phone to the previous owner's Google Account after a factory reset If you are locked out, you generally have two main paths: 🔓 Method 1: Official Unlock (Recommended)
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Introduced by Google starting with Android 5.1 (Lollipop), FRP is a "theft-deterrent" feature. On an LG Q70, which typically runs on Android 9 or 10, the lock is automatically activated as soon as a Google account is added to the device.
- If you're locked by FRP and you are the legitimate owner: try Google account recovery (https://accounts.google.com/signin/recovery) using the email/phone used on device.
- If you bought a used LG Q70 and it's FRP-locked: contact the seller for credentials or proof of purchase; authorized service can assist.
- Before selling/transferring: remove any Google accounts (Settings > Accounts > Google > Remove account) and perform factory reset from settings.
- Keep records: retain proof of purchase to expedite service help for FRP issues.
If Method 1 doesn't work, your device might be on Android 9 or a different security patch. Accessibility : On the Welcome screen, tap Accessibility Select to Speak Help & Feedback Help & Feedback and select any article (like "Use Morse Code"). Browser Access
If you’re reading this, you’ve likely just performed a factory reset on your LG Q70—either to fix a software glitch, prepare the phone for sale, or after forgetting your screen lock—only to be greeted by a sudden, dreaded message: “This device was reset. To continue, sign in with a Google Account that was previously synced on this device.”
Prevention for the Future
- When you set up a Google account (Gmail) on the phone, the device ID is linked to Google’s servers.
- If someone performs a hard reset via recovery mode or settings, the phone wipes user data but retains a hidden token.
- Upon reboot, the setup wizard demands the last synced Google account credentials.
Works on older firmware. If your Q70 is on Android 10 or lower, try this:
