Stolen Galaxy S10, Family Link, Secure Folder and rooting advice
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Hi everyone,
my Samsung Galaxy S10 was stolen recently. Unfortunately, I had the Secure Folder on it, which I had previously been using to get around some Family Link restrictions.
Now I'm looking for a replacement phone and I'm trying to understand what my options are.
A few questions:
Does the Secure Folder method for getting around Family Link still work on newer versions of Android/One UI, or has it been patched?
I'm considering buying a used Motorola phone for around €120. Which Motorola models are relatively easy to root and have good custom ROM/root support?
Does rooting work on every Android phone, or does it depend on the exact model and bootloader?
Do I need a Windows PC to unlock the bootloader/root the phone, or can it be done entirely from the phone?
If I buy the phone and Family Link hasn't been set up on it yet, does that make any difference from a technical perspective?
Are there any important things I should know before buying a phone specifically for rooting?
I'm mainly looking for general technical advice and recommendations for a phone around €120.
If someone is genuinely experienced with rooting and could help me understand the process, I'd also be willing to compensate them with a gift card for their time. I would obviously want to make sure everything is legitimate and safe before doing anything.
Thanks!
Ps: I wrote it with AI cause i can't really write on my Tablet(: