How to bypass Google lock on Samsung — even if you forgot the original account
Is Google locking your Samsung device after a reset? This guide explains why this happens and explores multiple ways to bypass Google lock and recover Samsung access.
Jasmin Woods Updated on Nov 26, 2025 5:57 PM
Quick solution: Requiring no original account information, Appgeeker Android Unlocker can serve as a powerful FRP bypass tool for Samsung users to unlock their Google-locked phones/tablets and regain control efficiently.
The Google lock bypass on Samsung can be easy — even if you forget the original account credentials.
If you're asked to bypass Google lock on your Samsung device after a factory reset, it means Factory Reset Protection (FRP) has been activated. This security feature on Android 5.1 or later requires you to sign in with the Google account that was last used on the device before a reset.
- By entering the correct Google credentials, you can verify your account and complete the setup process to regain full access.
- If you remember your account but forgot the password, you may recover your Google account online and use the updated credentials to bypass Google FRP lock on Samsung.
- Some reliable FRP bypass tools for Samsung can also help bypass the Google account lock even if you've completely forgotten the previously-synced credentials.
In this guide, we'll explore several methods for bypassing a Google lock on Samsung devices — even if you forget your Google password or have trouble accessing the original account.
Table of contents
This guide applies to a wide range of Samsung devices, including the Galaxy S series, Galaxy A series, Galaxy M series, Galaxy Z Flip and Z Fold foldables, and Galaxy Tab series.
What is Google lock on Samsung and how to bypass it
The Google lock on Samsung is a security feature for Factory Reset Protection (FRP) introduced on Android 5.1 Lollipop or later. When a Google account is added to your Samsung device, the Google lock is automatically enabled and will be activated after a factory reset.
To bypass Google lock on a Samsung phone or tablet, you'll be required to verify your account and password that were last used on this device. If you're unable to complete the verification, try resetting your Google password or using a FRP bypass tool to unlock the Google lock and regain access to your device.
After successful Google lock bypass, you can go through the setups to use your Samsung device again. Depending on your situation, the method to use varies.
How to bypass Google lock on Samsung if you know the original account
If you remember the Google account and password that were previously used on your Samsung device, the Google lock bypass can be super easy and quick during the setup.
1. Simply power on your Samsung phone or tablet after a factory reset.
2. Configure the common setups and connect the device to an active network.
3. Follow the setup prompts until you see the Verify your account screen.
4. To bypass Google lock verification, enter your account email and password correctly.
5. Once verified, complete the setup process to access your Samsung smartphone or tablet.
TIP: On certain Android OS version, you may be prompted to verify your previous screen lock PIN or password to unlock your Samsung device after a reset.
How to bypass Google FRP lock on Samsung if you forgot the password
Another situation is that you forget your own password but still remember the account name. In that case, there's a chance to reset your password through Google Account Recovery page — which allows you to create a new password and use it to bypass Google account lock on your Samsung phone or tablet for full access.
This process requires another device or computer with internet access. Here are the steps to reset Google password online for Samsung Google lock bypass:
1. Open a browser and go to Google's Account Recovery website.
2. Enter the email address of your Google account and select Next.
3. Check Forgot password? link under the password input box.
4. Before resetting Google password, you'll be prompted to verify your ownership of this account.
- Answer some account-related questions as best as you.
- Enter a last known password you used for this Google account.
- Get a verification code via a recovery phone number or a separate recovery email.
5. Pick a way and follow Google's prompts to prove you own this account.
6. Once Google verifies your identity, you'll have the option to create a new password.
7. Enter a new password and enter it again to confirm.
8. Check Change password or Save password to complete the reset.
It may take Google 24-72 hours to update the credential reset for all linked devices before you can use the new password to bypass Google verification on your Samsung and sign in again.
How to bypass Google lock on Samsung after a factory reset
When Google locks your Samsung device after a factory reset, the usual bypass steps require the original account credentials. If you don't remember any of your Google account details or you purchased a used device still linked to the previous owner's account, don't worry — there are still ways to bypass Samsung's Google lock and regain access to your phone or tablet.
Use Appgeeker Android Unlocker for Google FRP bypass
Whether your device is locked due to an unknown Google account or a forgotten login password, Appgeeker Android Unlocker can be a reliable tool for Samsung users to bypass the Google lock and unlock their phone or tablet in minutes.
This versatile tool supports bypassing Google lockouts for a wide range of Samsung models, letting you permanently remove the previously-linked Google account and regain instant access to your Galaxy phone or tablet. It also includes powerful screen-lock removal features, letting you unlock a forgotten password, PIN, or pattern with ease.
Key features:
- Works with Samsung Galaxy S series, Galaxy Z series (Z Fold & Z Flip), Galaxy A series, Galaxy Tab series, and compatible with Android 7 and later.
- Supports Google FRP bypass for major Android brands, including Samsung, Motorola, OPPO, Realme, OnePlus, VIVO, Xiaomi, Huawei, and more.
- Remove all kinds of Android screen locks, such as passwords, PINs, patterns, fingerprints, and facial recognitions.
- Beginner-friendly interface with clear, step-by-step guide.
Here's how to bypass Google lock on Samsung, even without the original account:
Step 1. Install and open Appgeeker Android Unlocker tool on your Windows PC.
Step 2. Select Bypass Google FRP Lock mode to start.
Step 3. Choose Samsung brand and connect your Galaxy phone or tablet using a USB cable.
Step 4. Click Bypass Now and follow the prompts to get your Samsung device ready for Google lock bypass.
TIP: To bypass Google account lock on Samsung, the onscreen instructions will guide you to enable the USB debugging mode.
Step 5. After configuring the environment for bypassing Google FRP lock, your Samsung model will be unlocked and restart.
Once it says you've successfully bypassed Google account lock, unplug your Samsung model and complete the setups to use it again — no verification required anymore.
Use Odin for Samsung FRP bypass
Samsung Odin is a Windows-based firmware flashing utility designed to communicate with Samsung devices in Download Mode. While it's primarily used by technicians to repair system software, fix boot loops, and unbrick devices that are no longer responsive, it can also help Samsung users to bypass the Google account verification after a reset.
The process might be relatively complex. Here's how to use Odin for bypassing Google account lock on Samsung with a PC:
1. Download Odin flash tool along with Samsung FRP Reset Firmware File on your PC.
2. Extract the Odin zip file and run it as administrator.
3. Extract the Samsung FRP Reset Firmware file into .ta or .tar.md5 format.
4. Power off the Samsung mobile and connect it to your computer with a USB cable.
5. Boot the Google-locked Samsung model into Download Mode.
- For newer Samsung smartphones, press and hold Volume Up and Volume Down buttons at the same time.
- For older Samsung phones with a Bixby or Home button, press and hold Power + Volume Down + Bixby/Home buttons simultaneously.
Note: Do not release the buttons until a Warning page appears. Then, press the Volume Up button to enter Samsung Download Mode.
6. When Odin detects the Samsung device, an Added! message will appear in the blank box.
7. Select AP or PDA, then browse to select and open the Samsung FRP Reset Firmware file.
8. In the Option tab, check Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time.
9. Click Start to flash the firmware on your Samsung for Google lock bypassing. It may take a few minutes to finish.
10. When a PASS! message displays on Odin, the Google lock on your Samsung model is bypassed successfully.
After the bypass, you can disconnect the Samsung device and set it up again without needing any Google sign-in credentials.
How to bypass Google account lock on Samsung without PC
In addition to bypassing FRP with a PC, you can also remove the Google account lock from your Samsung by enabling the OEM unlock feature. However, note that this method is only applicable to Android 6 and earlier operating systems. When you're able to, simply follow these steps to bypass Google lock without a PC after factory resetting your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet:
1. Power on the Samsung model and go through the setup prompts.
2. Connect it to an active Wi-Fi network.
3. When Google's Verify your account screen appears, tap on the blank box to open the keyboard.
4. Press and hold the @ button until Google Keyboard Settings (or Android Keyboard Settings) pops up, then select it.
5. Press and hold any texts on the screen and choose Web search from the top-right corner.
6. Once the search bar opens, input Settings in the type box and choose About phone in the following options.
7. Locate Build Number option and tap it 7 times to activate Developer Option.
8. Go back to the previous screen and select Developer Option.
9. Select OEM Unlocking and enable it on your Samsung.
10. Restart the Samsung device and re-connect it a Wi-Fi network.
Once done, the FRP lock should be bypassed and your Samsung model requires no more Google account to unlock.
Prevent Samsung Google lock after bypass
The safest way to prevent future Google lockouts on Samsung is to remove the Google account from your phone or tablet before performing a factory reset.
- Open the Settings app on your Samsung device.
- Tap Accounts and backup (or Cloud and accounts).
- Select Manage accounts and choose your Google account.
- Tap Remove account under the account information.
- When prompted, verify your password to confirm the removal.
This will remove your Google account and all associated user data from your device. After that, you can factory reset your Samsung model without worrying about any Google lockouts.
FAQs
Q1 - Can you remove the Google account from a Samsung tablet after a factory reset?
Yes. If you remember your credentials, you can easily remove the Google account from your Samsung tablet even after a reset.
- Sign in with the original Google account and password that were previously used on this tablet.
- Once in, go to Settings > Accounts and backup > Manage accounts.
- Select the Google account and tap Remove account.
- When asked, enter your password to verify the ownership and confirm the account removal.
Q2 - Why is my Samsung phone asking me to verify my Google account after a reset?
When you add a Google account on your Samsung phone, the Google lock (also known as Factory Reset Protection) is enabled automatically. Once you perform a factory reset, the FRP is activated and asks you to verify the last-used Google account before regaining sign-in access.
Q3 - My Samsung phone is locked by Google account verification but I don't remember the credentials. How can I bypass it?
If you forget your Google password — Reset the password online via Google Account Recovery page, and then use the new credentials to bypass the Google verification and sign in.
If you don't remember any information of the Google account — Use a reliable Samsung FRP bypass tool like Appgeeker Android Unlocker. It works for a broad range of Samsung mobiles and tablets, letting you permanently remove the Google account lock, without requiring any original credentials.
