FRP (Factory Reset Protection) is Google's built-in security feature on all Android 5.1+ devices, including the VIVO Y12s. When you perform a factory reset from Recovery Mode or the phone gets a hard reset, FRP automatically activates and locks the device, requiring you to sign in with the exact same Google account (Gmail + password) that was previously synced on the phone before the reset. If you bought a second-hand VIVO Y12s, forgot your own Gmail credentials, or got the phone from a customer who can't provide the account details, you'll be stuck on the "Verify your account" screen with no way to enter the home menu.
UnlockTool is currently the most reliable, fastest, and highest-success-rate professional utility to bypass FRP on VIVO Y12s in 2026. Unlike free APK methods that stop working after every VIVO security patch update, UnlockTool receives weekly updates to support the latest Android 10, 11, and 12 builds on both chipset variants of the Y12s. It works by erasing the FRP partition directly via Preloader mode (MediaTek) or EDL 9008 mode (Qualcomm Snapdragon) in under 2 minutes,s no complicated APK sideloading, no talking to Google Assistant tricks, and no WiFi manipulation required.
⚠️ Important Disclaimer: This tutorial is for legitimate purposes only unlocking your own device that you legally own, or devices from customers who provide valid proof of purchase. FRP bypass is NOT for stolen phones. Always respect local laws regarding device unlocking.
For a Bahasa Indonesia walkthrough of the same procedure with screenshots, you can also read our previous guide: Cara Bypass FRP VIVO Y12s Lupa Akun Google Menggunakan UnlockTool.
Know Your VIVO Y12s Variant First: MediaTek vs Qualcomm (CRITICAL!)
Before you start, this is the #1 mistake that makes 70% of beginners fail: the VIVO Y12s was released with TWO DIFFERENT CHIPSETS, and they require completely different UnlockTool procedures. If you select the wrong chipset in UnlockTool, the phone will not be detected, or you will get "BROM Error" / "Sahara Fail" repeatedly.
| Feature | VIVO Y12s MediaTek | VIVO Y12s Qualcomm Snapdragon |
|---|---|---|
| Model Code | V2026 / PD2060 | PD2060F (check in Recovery or box) |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio P35 (MT6765) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 (SM439 / MSM8937) |
| Boot Mode | Preloader / BROM Mode | EDL 9008 Mode (Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader) |
| Connection Combo | Vol Up + Vol Down + Plug USB | Vol Up + Vol Down + Plug USB OR Test Point |
| UnlockTool Tab | VIVO → MTK → Y12s | VIVO → Qualcomm → Y12s Snapdragon / PD2060F |
| Security | Easier, rarely needs a Test Point | Newer patches (2025+) almost always need a Test Point |
How to check which one you have:
- Boot to Recovery Mode (Vol Up + Power) → look at the bottom of the screen for PD2060 (MTK) or PD2060F (Qualcomm)
- Or check the original retail box
- If still unsure, try MTK first. If it fails to connect after 3 attempts, it's almost certainly the Qualcomm variant.
If you also have other VIVO phones with FRP issues, check out our master guide: Daftar Lengkap Cara Bypass FRP Semua Tipe VIVO Android 10-14 Dengan UnlockTool.
What You Need to Prepare
Gather all these items before opening UnlockTool to avoid rushing mid-process:
Hardware Requirements
- ✅ VIVO Y12s with battery level above 50% (never do FRP on low battery, sudden power loss can brick the phone)
- ✅ PC / Laptop running Windows 10 64-bit or Windows 11 (UnlockTool does NOT work on Windows 7, 8, Mac, or Linux)
- ✅ Good quality USB data cable (original VIVO cable is best; cheap charging-only cables cause 90% of "not detected" errors)
- ✅ USB 2.0 port (prefer the back ports on a desktop PC; USB 3.0/3.1 sometimes causes detection issues with MTK/EDL modes)
- ✅ Pinset / Jumper wire (only for Qualcomm variant with 2025+ security patch for Test Point method)
Software Requirements
- ✅ UnlockTool Latest Version (v2026.07.00 or newer must bactivated/haveve an active subscription; cracked UnlockTool does NOT work and contains malware)
- ✅ MTK USB Drivers (for MediaTek variant: libusb-win32, CDC Serial, VCOM Preloader)
- ✅ Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 Drivers (for Snapdragon variant, v2.1.3.8 recommended)
- ✅ Internet connection (UnlockTool requires online auth to run)
- ✅ Disable ALL Antivirus + Windows Defender (UnlockTool's BROM/Sahara exploit files are flagged as false positives; if not disabled, drivers get quarantined and the tool crashes mid-operation)
Step 1: Install Correct USB Drivers (DO NOT SKIP!)
Without proper drivers, UnlockTool will show "Searching for port..." forever or throw "USB Not Found" errors. Install the drivers first, before opening UnlockTool.
For MediaTek (MTK) Variant:
- Download MTK Driver Auto Installer v1.0.8 or LibUSB Win32 Filter Driver
- Right-click installer → Run as Administrator
- Follow prompts → click Install Anyway when Windows shows "unsigned driver" warning
- Restart your PC after installation
- Optional but recommended: Run KMDF Driver Enabler to disable Windows 11 driver signature enforcement temporarily
For Qualcomm (PD2060F) Variant:
- Download Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 Driver v2.1.3.8
- Extract → run
QDLoader_HS-USB_Driver_64bit_Setup.exeas Admin - Complete installation → restart PC
- To verify: connect the phone in EDL mode → open Device Manager → under Ports (COM & LPT), you should see Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COMx). If you see "QHUSB_BULK" with a yellow exclamation mark → drivers are NOT installed correctly.
Step 2: Set Up UnlockTool Correctly
- Disable Antivirus 100%: Windows Security → Virus & Threat Protection → Manage Settings → Turn OFF Real-time Protection, Cloud Protection, AND Tamper Protection. Also,o disable any 3rd-party antivirus (Avast, Kaspersky, Bitdefender, etc.)
- Extract UnlockTool to a simple path like
C:\UnlockTool\(NEVER put it in folders with spaces/special characters likeC:\Users\My Name\Downloads\New Folder (2)!!\This causes random crashes) - Right-click
UnlockTool.exe→ Run as Administrator - Log in with your registered email/password → wait until it shows "Status: Active / Exp: XX-XX-2026" in the top-right corner. If it says "Invalid Auth" or "Expired", you cannot perform any operation.
- Click Check Update → install the latest version if available (old versions don't support new VIVO security patches from 2025-2026)
METHOD A: ByPass FRP VIVO Y12s MEDIATEK (Helio P35 / PD2060) via Preloader Mode
Success rate: ~95% on all Android 10/11/12 security patches up to June 2026. Does NOT require Test Point or opening the back cover.
Step-by-Step Procedure:
- Power OFF the VIVO Y12s completely (hold Power → select Power Off → wait 10 seconds until no vibration)
- In UnlockTool:
- Click the VIVO tab (top menu)
- Click the MTK sub-tab
- In the Search Model box, type:
Y12s - Select VIVO Y12s (MT6765) from the dropdown list
- On the right-side menu, under Functions, select ONLY:
- ✅ Erase FRP (do NOT check Factory Reset unless you also want to wipe userdata; FRP erase alone is enough)
- Leave all other options at default (Preloader mode, Auto BROM Exploit = ON)
- Click the big START / ERASE FRP button at the bottom-right
- Connect the phone immediately after clicking Start:
- Press and HOLD BOTH Volume Up + Volume Down buttons together (do NOT press Power!)
- While holding both volume keys, plug the USB cable into the phone (the other end already connected to the PC)
- KEEP HOLDING BOTH VOLUME KEYS until UnlockTool shows "Port detected" and starts the process (usually 3–8 seconds)
- You can release the buttons only when you see text scrolling in the UnlockTool log window
- Wait for the process to complete (usually 45–90 seconds total). The log will show: plaintext
[15:42:21] Port : MediaTek PreLoader USB VCOM (Android) (COM17) [15:42:21] Connecting to BROM... OK [15:42:22] Sending Exploit... OK [15:42:23] Reading Partition Table... OK [15:42:24] Erasing FRP Partition... OK [15:42:25] ✅ RESET FRP DONE! [15:42:25] Elapsed: 00:01:12
- When you see ✅ RESET FRP DONE!:
- Unplug the USB cable from the phone
- Force-reboot the phone by holding the Power button for 10–15 seconds until the VIVO logo appears.
- Verify success: Go through the initial setup wizard. When you reach the Google Account screen, you will now see a SKIP / LEWATI button in the top-left or bottom-right corner. Tap it → finish setup → FRP is permanently removed!
💡 Pro Tip: If the phone doesn't enter Preloader mode after 5 tries, power it off, wait 30 seconds, then try holding ONLY Volume Down while plugging the cable some Y12s MTK units respond better to Vol Down only.
METHOD B: Bypass FRP VIVO Y12s QUALCOMM SNAPDRAGON (PD2060F) via EDL 9008 Mode
Success rate: ~90%. Android 10/11 builds before 2025 work with the button combo. 2025+ security patches REQUIRE Test Point (back cover must be opened).
B.1: EDL Mode With Button Combo (Try First!)
- Power OFF the phone completely
- In UnlockTool:
- Click VIVO tab → Qualcomm sub-tab
- Search model:
Y12s→ select VIVO Y12s Snapdragon (PD2060F / MSM8937) - Functions: check ONLY ✅ Erase FRP
- Loader: leave on Auto
- Click START
- Connection:
- Press and HOLD BOTH Vol Up + Vol Down
- Plug the USB cable while holding both keys
- Keep holding until UnlockTool detects Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COMx)
- Process runs automatically → wait for ✅ ERASE FRP DONE!
- Unplug cable → hold Power 15s to reboot → set up and tap SKIP on Google screen.
B.2: EDL Mode With TEST POINT (If Button Combo Fails)
Required for all VIVO Y12s PD2060F with a security patch from January 2025 or newer. VIVO closed the button-combo EDL entry. You MUST short the test point on the motherboard.
- Power OFF → Remove back cover → Disconnect battery connector (very important never short test point with battery connected!)
- Locate the VIVO Y12s PD2060F Test Point (two small gold pads near the Qualcomm chip, usually marked with "TP" or located between the eMMC and PMIC IC). Search Google Images for "VIVO Y12s PD2060F Test Point" for exact photos.
- In UnlockTool: same settings as Method B.1 → click START
- Short the two test point pads together using a pinset / copper wire → KEEP SHORTING while you plug the USB cable into the phone
- As soon as UnlockTool shows "QDLoader 9008 detected" in the log → you can release the short
- Wait for ✅ FRP ERASE DONE! → unplug cable → reconnect battery → put back cover → power on → setup with SKIP
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Conclusion
Learning how to bypass FRP on VIVO Y12s with UnlockTool is one of the most useful skills for VIVO technicians and phone owners in 2026, because free APK methods die every time VIVO pushes a new security update, while UnlockTool keeps working reliably across all patches. The key to 100% success is simple:
✅ Identify the correct chipset first (MTK PD2060 vs Qualcomm PD2060F) this alone eliminates 70% of failures ✅ Install proper drivers and use a good USB cable + USB 2.0 port ✅ Disable all antivirus before opening UnlockTool ✅ Hold volume buttons correctly and don't release too early ✅ For Qualcomm 2025+: accept that Test Point is required and do it carefully
Whether you have the MediaTek variant (easy Preloader mode, no disassembly) or the Qualcomm variant (EDL mode with button combo or test point), UnlockTool removes the FRP lock in under 2 minutes and lets you fully use the phone again without any Gmail verification. Just remember: always use this knowledge responsibly on devices you legally own.
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