For legitimate bootloader unlocking:
When you try to flash a Xiaomi device using the official Mi Flash Tool , the software checks your Xiaomi account against a server. If your account is not flagged as an "Authorized Account" (typically reserved for service centers and senior developers), Mi Flash Tool will throw the dreaded error: xiaomi auth tool xat
The Xiaomi Auth Tool is a testament to the community’s desire for ownership—the right to control the hardware you paid for. But with great power comes great risk. Flash wisely. For legitimate bootloader unlocking: When you try to
Connect your device via USB. The tool should display "Connected" or show a COM port (e.g., COM3). : Flash wisely
Some "cracked" versions of XAT inadvertently change your device's IMEI number. If the new IMEI belongs to a stolen phone, your device will be blacklisted by carriers globally.