If you’re looking to restore your HTC device to its original software state, it’s crucial to download the correct firmware that matches your specific model. If you haven’t done so yet, click here to access the complete collection of HTC stock firmware for all supported devices. Once you’ve downloaded the appropriate firmware, this guide will walk you through the simple and straightforward process of installing it on your smartphone.
Whether you need to upgrade, downgrade, or unbrick your HTC device, this guide is designed to help you achieve that with ease. It’s particularly useful for those who want to revert to the stock ROM from a custom ROM. If you’re not familiar with custom ROMs and their differences, we also provide a helpful guide to get you up to speed. Follow the steps carefully, and you’ll have your HTC smartphone back to its optimal performance in no time.
Why Install Stock Firmware on HTC Devices?
- Unbrick Your Device: Restore your HTC smartphone from a bricked state.
- Fix Bootloop Issues: Resolve persistent bootloop problems by reinstalling the stock ROM.
- Upgrade or Downgrade Firmware: Easily upgrade or downgrade your device’s firmware.
- Unroot and Fix Bugs: Remove root access and fix any bugs caused by previous customizations.
- Restore Stability: Ensure your device runs smoothly and receives official updates by reverting to stock firmware.
What You Need to Install Stock Firmware on HTC Smartphones:
- Minimal ADB and Fastboot Tool: Download here or get the full ADB setup for Windows/Mac.
- HTC USB Drivers: Download here.
- Correct HTC Stock Firmware: Ensure you have the right firmware file for your specific HTC model.
Steps to Flash Stock Firmware on HTC Smartphones via ADB Fastboot
1. Prepare Your HTC Device
- Enable Developer Options: Go to
Settings -> About -> Software Information -> Moreand tap on theBuild Number7-8 times until you see “Developer option enabled”.
- Enable OEM Unlocking and USB Debugging: Navigate to
Settings -> Developer Optionsand enableOEM UnlockandUSB Debugging.

