Forgetting your smartphone password is a situation that almost every third user faces. It is especially unpleasant when we are talking about a budget but functional device like Honor 8A. The main problem: most standard unlocking methods (for example, through hard reset) lead to a complete clearing of the internal memory. What if you store important photos, correspondence or work documents on your phone? In this article we will look at legal and safe waysthat will help you regain access to Honor 8A without data loss.

We’ll warn you right away: there is no universal solution. The effectiveness of the method depends on the version Android (on Honor 8A this is usually Android 9 Pie with a shell EMUI 9.x), the availability of backups and even on whether the phone is connected to the account Huawei ID. Some methods require preliminary preparation (for example, USB debugging is enabled), others will only work under certain conditions. But don’t rush to panic: in 70% of cases you can do without a hard reset.

If you have already tried to enter your password multiple times and saw a message "The phone is locked. Try again in 30 minutes", don’t waste time trying again. After 10–15 unsuccessful entries, the system can increase the timeout to 24 hours, and in the worst case, completely block the device. It’s better to immediately proceed to one of the methods described below.

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1. Unlocking via Huawei ID account (official method)

The most reliable and recommended method by the manufacturer is using a linked account Huawei ID. It works if:

  • 📱 The phone is connected to a mobile network or Wi-Fi.
  • 🔄 Internet access was previously enabled on the device.
  • 👤 You remember the login and password from Huawei ID (or you can restore them).

After 5 unsuccessful attempts to enter the password, a button "Forgot your password?" or "Restore access"will appear on the lock screen. Click on it and follow the instructions:

  1. Enter the email address associated with Huawei ID.
  2. Confirm your personal data (you may need to enter a code from an SMS or letter).
  3. Create a new pattern or PIN code.

⚠️ Attention: If mobile data and Wi-Fi are disabled on Honor 8A this method will not work. It is also not available if the phone was purchased secondhand and the previous owner did not delete his account Huawei ID (in this case, you will need to contact the service center with proof of purchase).

If the buttons "Forgot your password?" no, try entering the password incorrectly 2-3 more times. Sometimes the system gives it only after 7-8 attempts. Also check if the button is displayed as an icon ? in the corner of the screen.

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If you do not remember your Huawei ID password, recover it through the official website Huawei on your computer. To do this, follow the link (search for "Huawei ID recovery" in a search engine) and follow the instructions. The main thing is to have access to the email or phone number specified during registration.

2. Using the "Find Device" function (Huawei Mobile Cloud)

Another official method is remote unlocking through the service Huawei Mobile Cloud. It works even if the phone is not connected to the Internet at the moment, but requires preliminary configuration:

  • 🔒 The function must be enabled on the phone "Find device" (Settings → Security → Find device).
  • 📶 The device must be linked to an account Huawei ID.
  • 🔋 Battery level is at least 15% (otherwise the phone may turn off during the process).

Unlocking instructions:

  1. From a computer or other phone, go to the website Huawei Mobile Cloud (find in search).
  2. Login using the same Huawei IDas on the blocked one Honor 8A.
  3. In the section "Find device" select your phone.
  4. Press "Unlock" and confirm the action.

After this, the phone should automatically unlock within 5-10 minutes. If this does not happen, check your Internet connection on Honor 8A (for example, through the Wi-Fi connection notification) or restart the device.

⚠️ Attention: This method will not work if data transfer or function is disabled on your phone. "Find device" has been deactivated. It is also not available if the device was reset to factory settings after the last link to the account.

3. Unlocking via ADB (only if USB debugging is enabled)

Method for advanced users who have previously activated USB debugging mode (Settings → About phone → Build number (7 taps) → For developers → USB debugging). If you have never connected Honor 8A to a computer in debugging mode, this method will not work.

What you will need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with installed drivers Huawei/Honor.
  • 🔌 USB cable (preferably original).
  • 📦 Utility ADB (download Platform Tools from the site Android Developers).

Step-by-step guide:

  1. Connect Honor 8A to your computer.
  2. Open the command line (Win + R → cmd) and go to the folder c ADB:
    3. cd C:\platform-tools
  3. Check the device connection:
    4. adb devices
  4. If the phone is displayed in the list, enter the command to remove the password:
    5. adb shell rm /data/system/gesture.key
  5. Reboot the device:
    6. adb reboot

After rebooting, the lock screen should disappear. If a pattern was set instead of a password, use. command: 

adb shell rm /data/system/locksettings.db

⚠️ Attention: This method may not work on new versions EMUI (for example, 10+), where Huawei has tightened the security policy. Also, after deleting the key files, you may need to re-configure the fingerprint or face.

Install drivers Huawei/Honor on PC|Download Platform Tools from the official website|Enable USB debugging on your phone (if not already blocked)|Prepare an original USB cable-->

4. Bypass blocking via Safe Mode (if third-party software is to blame)

Sometimes Honor 8A is blocked not because of a forgotten password, but because of a malfunction of a third-party application (for example third-party launchers or screen lock apps). In this case, it will help safe mode (Safe Mode, which loads the system without third-party applications.

How to start Safe Mode:

  1. Turn off the phone (hold down the power button and select "Turn off").
  2. Hold the power button and hold it until the logo appears Honor.
  3. As soon as the logo appears, release the power button and immediately press the volume down button.
  4. Hold it until the system is fully loaded. In the lower left corner of the screen, the message "Safe Mode" will appear. blocking. "Safe Mode".

IN Safe Mode try:

  • 🔓 Remove recently installed applications that could cause blocking.
  • 🔄 Reboot the phone in normal mode (if the blocking disappeared, the problem was in the software).
  • 🔧 Reset launcher settings (Settings → Applications → Launcher → Erase data).

If the lock remains after rebooting in normal mode, then the problem is not in the third-party software, but in the system settings. In this case, move on to other methods.

What to do if Safe Mode does not start?

If the phone does not boot into safe mode or reboots immediately, this may indicate a hardware problem (for example, a damaged button). volume) or a serious firmware failure. In this case, try connecting the device to charging for 30–60 minutes - sometimes a low battery prevents correct loading. If this does not help, the only option is to contact the service center or hard reset (with data loss).

5. Unlocking through the Huawei service center (warranty cases)

If none of the above methods worked, and the data on the phone is critical, contact official Huawei service center. This is relevant if:

  • 📄 You have a receipt or warranty card for Honor 8A.
  • 👤 You are the legal owner of the device (a passport may be required).
  • 🔧 The phone was not unlocked using unofficial methods (for example, through fastboot).

The service center may offer two options:

  1. Software unlocking — specialists connect the phone to proprietary software and reset the password without losing data. Cost: from 1,000 to 3,000 rubles (depending on the region).
  2. Hard reset with data saving - retrieving information through a memory chip (more expensive, but guarantees the safety of files). Cost: from 3,500 rubles.

⚠️ Attention: Unofficial service centers can offer “unlocking in 5 minutes” at a low price. Often such specialists use illegal methods (for example, flashing via fastboot), which lead to data loss or even bricking of the phone. Contact only authorized centers Huawei —their list can be found on the official website.

Important: If the Honor 8A was turned on. data encryption (Settings → Security → Phone encryption), then even the service center will not be able to save files when you reset the password. In this case, the data will be lost.

Unlock method Required conditions Saving data Difficulty
Huawei ID Internet, linked account ✅ Yes ⭐
Huawei Mobile Cloud Find device function enabled ✅ Yes ⭐⭐
ADB USB debugging included in advance ✅ Yes ⭐⭐⭐
Safe Mode Blocking due to third-party software ✅ Yes ⭐
Service center Documents for phone, payment ✅ Yes (conditionally) ⭐⭐⭐⭐

6. Alternative methods (with the risk of data loss)

If data safety is not critical or all previous methods did not work, radical measures remain. They will reset the phone, but will restore access to its use.

Reset via Recovery Mode:

  1. Turn off Honor 8A.
  2. Press button power + volume up button for 10 seconds.
  3. In the menu Recovery select "Wipe data/factory reset" (control - volume buttons, confirmation - power button).
  4. After reset, select "Reboot system now".

Flashing via fastboot:

This method is suitable if the phone does not boot even into Recovery. You will need:

  • 🖥️ Computer with installed drivers and utility fastboot.
  • 📦 Official firmware for Honor 8A (download from site Huawei or forums like 4PDA).
  • 🔌 USB cable.

⚠️ Attention: Incorrect firmware can turn your phone into a brick. If you are not confident in your skills, it is better to contact a service center.

Commands for firmware (enter in the command line line): 

fastboot flash recovery recovery.img

fastboot flash system system.img


fastboot reboot

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If you decide to reset the phone, first remove the memory card (if you have one) - the data on it will remain untouched. Unfortunately, the internal memory can be cleared irrevocably.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is it possible to unlock Honor 8A without losing data if debugging? USB is not enabled?

Unfortunately, without pre-enabled USB debugging or a linked account Huawei ID the chances of unlocking without losing data are minimal. The only option is to contact a service center, but they do not guarantee 100% file safety, especially if encryption has been enabled.

What to do if you forgot both your password and your Huawei ID data?

In this case, the only option left is to reset via Recovery Mode or flashing. If your phone had backups enabled in Google Account or Huawei Cloud, after resetting you will be able to restore some of the data (contacts, photos, some settings).

Can the lock be removed by itself after some time?

No, Honor 8A does not unlock automatically. The maximum that can happen is an increase in the waiting time between password entry attempts (up to 24 hours). But even after this, you will need to enter the correct code.

Do apps for unlocking Android (for example, Dr.Fone, Tenorshare) work?

Most of these apps either do not work on new versions EMUI, or require root accesswhich on Honor 8A difficult to obtain. In addition, they often contain malware. It’s not worth taking risks - it’s better to use official methods.

How to avoid data loss in the future?

To avoid encountering such a problem again:

  • 🔐 Use biometric unlocking (fingerprint or facial recognition) in addition to the PIN code.
  • ☁️ Set up automatic backup in Google Drive or Huawei Cloud.
  • 📝 Write down the password in a safe place (for example, in a password manager 1Password or KeePass).
  • 🔧 Turn on USB debugging in case of emergency unlocking.