How to Disable Verity and Verification on the Google Pixel 6?

If you are looking to mod your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro, such as installing a custom kernel or gaining root access, you’ll need to disable verity and verification. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to disable these security features and unlock the full potential of your device.

Preparing Your Device

Before we begin, there are a few prerequisites you’ll need to meet:

1. Unlock the Bootloader: To disable verity and verification, you’ll need to have the bootloader of your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro unlocked. If you haven’t done this yet, check out our guide on how to unlock the bootloader for your device.
2. Download Firmware: Next, you’ll need to download the firmware for your device that matches the version currently installed on your phone. Visit the Google Pixel factory image download page and locate the firmware version that matches your device’s build number. Download the firmware to your PC.

Disabling Verity and Verification

Once you have fulfilled the prerequisites, you can proceed with disabling verity and verification on your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro. Follow these steps:

1. Extract Firmware: Extract the contents of the downloaded firmware file on your PC. Inside the extracted folder, you’ll find another zip file. Extract the contents of this zip file as well.
2. Copy vbmeta.img: After extracting the second zip file, you’ll find a folder containing several files. Locate the vbmeta.img file and copy or move it to the ADB and fastboot tool folder on your PC.
3. Enter Fastboot Mode: Boot your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro into fastboot mode, also known as bootloader mode. Connect your device to the PC using a USB cable.
4. Confirm Connection: Open the command prompt or terminal in the ADB and fastboot tool folder. Type the command fastboot devices and hit enter. If your device is connected properly, it should appear in the command prompt with a random number.
5. Flash vbmeta.img: In the command prompt, enter the following command without the inverted commas: fastboot flash vbmeta --disable-verity --disable-verification vbmeta.img. Hit enter to start the flashing process. You should see an “OK” message in the command prompt when the process is complete.

Congratulations! You have successfully disabled verity and verification on your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro. Now, let’s proceed with the next steps.

Factory Data Reset

If this is your first time disabling verity and verification, you’ll need to perform a factory data reset. Here’s how:

1. Boot into Android Recovery: After flashing the vbmeta.img file, disconnect your device from the PC. On your phone, make sure the “Start” option is highlighted at the top next to the power button. Press the power button to select this option.
2. Perform Factory Data Reset: Your device will boot into Android recovery. You’ll see a screen indicating that the Android system cannot load and that your data may be corrupt. Press the volume down button to highlight the “factory data reset” option and press the power button to select it. This will initiate a factory data reset.
3. Complete Activation: After the factory data reset is complete, your phone will reboot and take you to the Android activation screen. Proceed through the activation phase and boot up into Android as usual.

Remember, if this is your first time disabling verity and verification, a factory data reset is necessary. This step ensures the proper functioning of your device after making these modifications.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can disable verity and verification on your Google Pixel 6 or Pixel 6 Pro. This allows you to explore various customization options, such as installing custom kernels or gaining root access. Remember to proceed with caution and backup your data before making any modifications to your device. Enjoy unlocking the full potential of your Google Pixel 6 series!

Additional Information: Please note that modifying your device’s software may void your warranty and can potentially lead to system instability or data loss. Proceed at your own risk and make sure to follow instructions carefully.

Experiencing difficulties with your Device, check out our “How To” page on how to resolve some of these issues.