Flashing your Samsung device is often the go-to solution for fixing software issues, unbricking a device, or installing a fresh firmware. However, sometimes things don’t go as planned. One common problem users face is that after flashing, the phone boots into recovery mode instead of starting up normally.
Samsung Phone Stuck in Recovery Mode After Flashing? Here’s What to Do
If you’re facing this issue, don’t panic. This post will walk you through why it happens and how to fix it.
Why Your Phone Boots into Recovery After Flashing
There are several possible causes:
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Incomplete or Corrupted Flash
The firmware may not have been installed properly, or some files might be missing. -
Wrong Firmware for Your Model
Using a firmware that doesn’t match your device’s exact model or region can cause boot issues. -
FRP (Factory Reset Protection) Triggered
If the device detects an unauthorized reset or flash, it may boot into recovery for security reasons. -
Auto-Reboot Was Disabled in Odin
If the “Auto Reboot” option was left unchecked during flashing, the phone might not boot properly.
How to Fix It
1. Wipe Cache Partition
Sometimes leftover data conflicts with the new system.
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In recovery mode, use the volume buttons to highlight “Wipe cache partition”.
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Press the power button to select it.
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Then choose “Reboot system now.”
2. Do a Factory Reset (Optional but Helpful)
If you’re okay with losing data:
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In recovery, select “Wipe data/factory reset”.
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Then reboot the phone.
⚠️ Note: This will erase all user data.
3. Re-Flash the Correct Firmware
If the issue persists:
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Download the correct firmware for your exact model number (e.g., SM-G960F).
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Use trusted tools like Frija or SamFirm to get the latest official firmware.
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Use Odin to flash again:
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Load BL, AP, CP, CSC (not HOME_CSC).
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Make sure Auto Reboot is checked.
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Wait patiently after flashing. The first boot can take several minutes.
4. Check FRP Lock
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In recovery mode, look for “FRP Lock: ON”.
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If it’s on, the phone might be locked due to Google account protection.
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You’ll need to sign in with the last Google account synced to the device.
Final Thoughts
Flashing a Samsung phone can be straightforward when done right. But if your phone keeps going to recovery mode, it usually means something was missed or went wrong during the process. Double-check your firmware version, reflash if needed, and don’t forget to backup before flashing in the future.
If you’re stuck, drop your model number in the comments—I’ll try to help!
